Advanced Clinical Training (ACT) 
The ACT program allows international dentists from all around the world to enhance and further develop their skills in treating pediatric patients. 
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
​​The Pediatric Dentistry Advanced Clinical Training Program is designed for foreign-trained dentists who wish to return to an academic setting for short periods of time to supplement the knowledge and experiences gained from earlier training and subsequent professional experiences. Trainees are able to audit all courses offered by the Section of Pediatric Dentistry during their enrollment. Course topics include histology and embryology, growth and development, interceptive orthodontics, oral pathology, behavior management, preventive dentistry, pediatric diagnosis and treatment, sedation and anesthesia, pediatric medicine, practice management, and research methodology.
Program Director
Francisco Ramos Gomez, DDS, MS, MPH
frg@dentistry.ucla.edu
For Additional Information:
​Admission Requirements
https://www.dentistry.ucla.edu/learning/pediatric-dentistry
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Clinical Rotations

​​Infant Oral Care Program (IOCP)
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IOCP Rotations take place at Venice Family Clinic/Simms Mann.  
Vanessa Sanchez
IOCP Coordinator
​vsmedina@dentistry.ucla.edu
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For more information, click here
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Operating Room
​(OR)
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OR Rotation begins during the fall quarter of every year.  

Please click ​here to complete the necessary forms. 
 
Craniofacial Clinic
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For information in regards to rotation at the craniofacial clinic please contact: 

Setareh Ghafouri, DDS
​sghafouri@dentistry.ucla.edu
Course Topics
​Oral Pathology
Interceptive Orthodontics
Minimally Invasive Dentistry
Pediatric Medicine
Histology & Embryology
Behavior Management
Pediatric Diagnosis & Treatment
Practice Management
Growth & Development
Preventive Dentistry
Sedation & Anesthesia
Research Methodology
2016 & 2017 ACTs Graduation
Program Options
  • One year program beginning in the Summer Quarter. One-year certificate awarded upon completion.
  • Option to extend for a second year. Two-year certificate awarded upon completion.
  • One, two, or three quarter Preceptor Program Certificate. 
ACT Trainees
To view the current ACT Trainees (Class of 2020-2021) and past ACT Trainees ​click here.

Every year, Advanced Clinical Trainees prepare a small presentation in regards to their country of origin. Click here to view past ACT Presentations .
UCLA Advanced Clinical Training Program - Resources
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