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How did you decide what to charge your patients?
Extensive research was done to establish our pricing. Other AEGD programs around the nation as well as specific AEGD programs in the Midwest were surveyed on their fee schedule. Based on this feedback as well as area general dentistry charges we established a fair market value on our services that is in line with other AEGD programs across the nation.

How does an Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) program differ from a General Practice Residency (GPR) program?
An AEGD program is usually based in a clinic not affiliated with a hospital. It tends to focus on advanced clinical dental training in all areas of general dentistry while providing the training to treat medically complicated cases appropriate to a private practice setting. Generally, off-service rotations involve experiences in alternative clinical settings. A GPR program is usually affiliated with a hospital. It tends to focus more on comprehensive management of medically complicated cases in dentistry. Generally, there are off-service rotations to other departments in the hospital.

Will I get paid for participating in the program?
Most AEGD programs do provide a stipend during the program. The current stipend for 黑洞社区鈥檚 Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency is $40,000 per year.

Will I receive any benefits (health insurance, etc.) while enrolled in the program?
Residents do receive a benefit package with the stipend.

Can my educational loans from dental school be deferred?
Many educational loans from dental school are eligible for deferment during the continuation of (related) education such as an AEGD program. It is the applicant's responsibility to confirm this with the specific loans institution(s). The resident is responsible for submitting the appropriate forms to the specific loan institution, as the program does not do this. The program will provide documentation to verify training status if required, such as letters of support or signatures.

How much time will I be in the clinic treating patients?
Residents spend approximately 80% - 85 % of their time in direct patient care

How will the curriculum and educational aspect of the program be facilitated?
Our building includes a simulation lab with hand pieces and chair mounts that is often used for additional training and experience in advanced endodontics and implantology.  In addition, we have weekly patient care conferences and study club opportunities with specialists and general dentists from our clinic and from the community.  This includes collaboration in the fields of restorative dentistry, prosthodontics, periodontics and endodontics.  

Do I need my own dental license? Do I need my own DEA number?
Although Residents are working under the direct supervision of program attending faculty, they are still required at this time to be eligible for a Kansas license. Residents must be graduates of an American dental school and pass the Integrated National Board Exam and a regional Clinical Board (ADEX, NERB, SERTA, CRDTS, etc.). This makes them eligible to apply for a Kansas licensure. A DEA number will be applied for during your first week.

How much lab work do I need to do?
As part of comprehensive patient care, residents will work closely with our staff to complete any necessary laboratory preparatory work prior to sending the cases out to the dental laboratory.  The amount of lab work for the residents to complete is very minimal, as they will work very closely with the dental lab for all restorative and prosthodontic work.  

As a foreign graduate, am I qualified for an application?
No, not at this time.

Are implants a part of the program?
The AEGD program has integrated implant treatment as a significant aspect of the restoration area of curriculum and clinical experience. The primary focus is placed on the diagnosis, treatment planning, and restorative procedures for implant treatment. Surgical placement of implants is not a primary focus of the program although residents have the opportunity to do so on a case-by-case basis.  Our goal is to provide every resident implant experience from placement to restoration.  

What level of technology is offered at the clinic?
Our clinic offers new technology to aid in patient care and dental education.  This includes a CEREC Primescan and Primemill with same day milling capabilities, CBCT radiographs, implant planning software and DSLR cameras, iPhone 12 clinic cameras for treatment photography and documentation.  

What community reach and involvement opportunities are available? 
Our program's residents, faculty and staff are heavily involved in the community.  Residents have opportunities to attend monthly CE courses and events through the Wichita District Dental Society.  In collaborating with other specialists and general dentists from the community, our clinic serves at the Kansas Mission of Mercy annually, and the Sedgwick County Health Department Children's clinic monthly. 

Do you have any examples of the cases your residents will work on?
Yes - you can watch the prior year's graduates case presentations here: wichita.edu/aegdgraduation 

Can I reach out for more information?
Yes, of course!  If you send us an email at amanda.conner@wichita.edu or give us a call at 316.978.9349, our Academic Program Manager will put you in contact with one of our current residents.