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Content for International Dentists
U.S. Licensure for International
Dentists
I am a dentist from
outside the U.S., how can I become licensed in the U.S.?
Licensure is the authority of the individual state. However, most states will require at least two years of additional training. This information is contained in the downloadable publication, Dentistry in the United States: Information on Education
and Licensure.
A Resource Guide for the International Dentist: The U.S. Dental Licensure Process, is a comprehensive guide that will assist the internationally-trained dentist in understanding and navigating the U.S. dental education and licensure processes. The Resource Guide is available as a download through the ADA online catalog and contains information about admission to the United States, state licensure requirements, applying to a dental education program, preparing for written and clinical licensing examinations, finding employment or starting a practice, ADA membership and more.
To download and view the table of contents or to purchase the Resource Guide online:
- Go to www.adacatalog.org
- In the Search box, enter the item number P801D and click Go
- On the Search Results page, click on the product link to see product details
- Click on the link under Free Download Information to view a Table of Contents for the guide
I obtained my degree outside the U.S. Is my dental school accredited?
Dental schools outside the United States and Canada are not
considered accredited dental schools by the Commission on Dental
Education of the American Dental Association.
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Continuing Education Courses (CE)
Are there any CE Courses available outside the U.S. and will these credits count towards U.S. CE requirements?
Many countries do not sponsor Continuing Education Courses like the U.S. However, the FDI recently was approved as an ADA CERP provider.
General dentists, specialists, and dental team members are able to complete and earn CE credits through the ADA Continuing Education Online program. With round-the-clock access, this program provides a comprehensive library of online CE courses, self-learning course evaluations, automated grading, and secure credit card payment.
The ADA Continuing Education Online program brings educational opportunities right into the office or home allowing registrants to learn at their own pace, at their own time and at their own convenience. Course registration provides registrants access to the course content for one year from time of purchase. For more information click here  .
How can my international organization be an ADA Continuing Education Recognition Program (CERP) provider?
To be granted recognition, applicants must
demonstrate eligibility to apply and
compliance with the 15 standards of the
program listed under ADA CERP Recognition Standards
and Procedures. Please review the ADA CERP application
eligibility requirements and complete
the application and all supporting documentation
in English.
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FDI
World Dental Federation
What is the FDI?
The FDI World Dental Federation was founded in
Paris in 1900. It is an alliance of over
191 national dental associations, such
as the ADA, who are the worldwide voice of dentistry, promoting
optimal oral and general health through supporting its members'
activities to advance dentistry.
How do I join the FDI?
You
don’t need to, you are a member already! All ADA
members are members of the FDI. How do I keep in touch with FDI initiatives?
The ADA
News and www.fdiworldental.org are
news sources for FDI activities. Also,
the FDI World Dental Press publishes The International Dental
Journal 6 times a
year, for further information, e-mail wdp@dbgp.co.uk.
Where will the FDI meeting be held? Can you send me a program?
The meeting will be in Singapore September 2–5, 2009.
Please call the 800-621-8099 x2727 or 1-312-440-2727, or e-mail fitzgeraldb@ada.org and
provide your mailing address to receive
a preliminary program. You can also access the program on line
at www.fdiworldental.org.
How do I register for the FDI World Dental Congress?
You may register online at www.fdiworldental.org or by mail at:
FDI Annual World Dental Events
13 Chemin du Levant
L'Avant Centre
F-01210 Ferney-Voltaire
France
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Meetings—General
Where can I obtain a list of meetings outside the U.S.?
This information can be found on the
International Events calendar.
How can I obtain a list of U.S. dental meetings?
This information can be found on the Events in the USA calendar.
If I attend a meeting outside the U.S. is it tax deductible?
Tax laws are very complex. We suggest
that you check with your tax attorney
or tax consultant to see what requirements
are necessary for tax deductions.
I am a dentist from outside the U.S., where can I get information about attending the ADA Annual Session?
Registration for the 2009 Annual Session opens on January 21 and all information can be found at: http://www.ada.org/ada/international/index.asp.
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International
Dental Associations
How can I contact a foreign dental association or an international
dental organization?
This information can be found
in the
ADA Global Directory and International
Dental Societies.
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International Volunteer Opportunities
I want to volunteer outside the U.S. How do I do this?
The ADA is a sponsor of the dentistry programs of Health Volunteers Overseas. Health
Volunteers Overseas (HVO) is a private non-profit organization committed to improving health care in developing countries through training and education. The dentistry programs of HVO provide volunteer opportunities for ADA members. In addition, the ADA produces the publication
International Dental Volunteer Organizations:
A Guide to Service and a Directory of Programs. To request a free copy, e-mail international@ada.org.
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Certificate of Recognition for Volunteer Service in a Foreign
Country
What is the Certificate of Recognition
for Volunteer Service in a Foreign
Country?
The ADA believes that the personal
effort and self-sacrifice of
Association members who serve as volunteers in
lesser developed countries to improve
the health of their peoples merit professional
and public appreciation and recognition.
Thus, in 1974 the ADA established
a certificate program whereby individuals who meet
the criteria established are
eligible to receive a Certificate of Recognition. How do I apply for a Certificate of Recognition for Volunteer
Service in a Foreign Country?
To receive a Certificate of Recognition
for Volunteer Service in a Foreign
Country, you must fill out an application and meet the criteria
established
by the ADA House
of Delegates.
You can also obtain a copy by e-mailing
szymczykj@ada.org or
by calling 800-621-8099 x2726 or 312-440-2500.
How can I obtain a hard
copy of International Dental Volunteer Organizations:
A Guide to Service and a Directory
of Programs?
As a member of the ADA you can obtain
a free copy by e-mailing szymczykj@ada.org or
by calling 800-621-8099 x2726 or 312-440-2500.
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I want to work outside the U.S., do you have a list of opportunities? Licensure information, etc?
Licensure varies from country to country. The basic requirement to work in another
country is the proper visa to work in that country, fluency in the language of the country and then you must meet the licensure law requirements. You may obtain additional information on licensure from another country by contacting the respective national dental association.
A list of National Dental Associations can be found at International Dental Societies.
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ADA Humanitarian Award
How can I nominate a member of the ADA for the Humanitarian Award?
Nomination information can be found at: http://www.ada.org/ada/international/index.asp or you can contact the ADA's Center for International Development & Affairs at 312-440-2726 or international@ada.org.
Nominations must be postmarked no later than October 15.
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ADA Membership
I am a dentist from outside the U.S.
Am I eligible to join the ADA?
The ADA has a category of membership
for international dentists residing
outside the U.S. The category
is called Affiliate Membership. A dentist
is eligible for affiliate membership
in the ADA if he/she lives
in a foreign country and is practicing
in that country. All applications
for Affiliate membership are submitted
to the ADA Board of Trustees for approval.
No applications can be submitted for approval
unless we have a copy of your dental degree
and a completed application form. Learn
more about
Affiliate
Membership benefits.
Apply online or download a membership application for affiliates-dentists
who are not licensed in the United States and are practicing
in a country other than the U.S.
I am a member of my national dental association. Does that
mean I am an affiliate member?
No. Affiliate members are dentists
living outside the United States
and pay dues directly to the ADA.
I am a
U.S. Licensed dentist practicing
outside the U.S. How can I belong to the ADA?
U.S. licensed dentists currently practicing
outside of the United States who
are not eligible for membership in a constituent and component
dental society, may join the
ADA
directly as international members. I am a dentist who is working in a charitable capacity. Is
there a special category of membership for me?
A category of membership
in the ADA is available
to dentists who are serving dentistry
full-time for a charitable organization
and who are receiving neither
income nor a salary for that
service other than a subsistence
amount that approximates a cost
of living allowance. The member
must remain in service continuously
for a least one year and
not supplement his or her income
by the performance of services
as a member of the faculty of
a dental or dental auxiliary
school, as a dental administrator
or consultant or as a practitioner
of any activity for which a license
to practice dentistry or dental
hygiene is required. Charitable
Organization Practitioner information.
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Us:
Contact International (e-mail)
American Dental Association
Center for International Development and Affairs
211 East Chicago Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611-2678
USA
312-440-2726
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