The AACD Residency program, which launched in August 2018, will provide residents with the clinical and business experience needed to jump start a career in a cosmetic-oriented restorative dental practice. During the two-year program, residents will complete a series of requirements from studying dental literature to implementing simple to complex restorative cases. Under their preceptor’s guidance, they will also gain knowledge and experience relating to all facets of an esthetic restorative dental practice including effective practice management, diagnostic tools, and restorative considerations.
November 2020 – Solicit resident applications
December 31st, 2020 – Deadline for resident applications
January/February 2021 – Interviews with preceptors
August 1st, 2021 – Announce residents and begin third year of the AACD Residency program
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John Weston, DDS, FAACD La Jolla, California |
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David Eshom, DDS, AAACD San Diego, California |
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John K. Sullivan, DDS, AAACD Springfield, Oregon |
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Susan Hollar, DDS, FAACD Arlington, Texas FILLED |
Learn one-on-one from some of the most successful restorative dentists in the country.
Observe, document, and execute a variety of cosmetic restorative solutions.
Gain knowledge and experience relating to all facets of an esthetic restorative dental practice including effective practice management, diagnostic tools, and restorative considerations.
“The AACD Residency program is designed to expose young dentists to the clinical and business side of a fee-for-service style private practice.”
Brian LeSage, DDS, FAACD
Membership is not required to apply to the AACD Residency Program. If selected however, it is required that you join the Academy.