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Periodontology Residency Program

Alexandra Tsigarida, DDS, MS
Program Director

Ranked #1 by Universities.com 2024 The Advanced Education Program in Periodontology and Dental Implant Surgery at Eastman Institute for Oral Health is a three-year program that provides training in all aspects of periodontal and dental implant therapy, by focusing on didactic, clinical, research and teaching training. Our program is fully accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association and offers a Certificate in Periodontics, while a Master's degree and PhD are also available.

The primary goal of this program is to produce well rounded Board Certified Periodontists with advanced knowledge in the field of Periodontal and Dental Implant science, with excellent clinical skills and good exposure in research, able to understand and implement evidence based treatment approaches. The ultimate goal is to develop future Leaders either through an academic or clinical setting.

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By the Numbers – Eastman Institute for Oral Health

148

Total Residents

39

Residents' Countries of Origin

210

Total Faculty

190000

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What Sets Us Apart

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Our Faculty

See the core periodontic faculty who will mentor you in residency.

Faculty

Resident Life

Our emphasis on work/life balance is an important reason residents choose URMC. A focus on trainees well-being enables you to learn and thrive in Rochester.

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What Our Residents Say...

"It is truly an honor to be a part of the Periodontology Department at the Eastman Institute for Oral Health (EIOH). The periodontics residency program at EIOH has been ranked #1 in the country due to its comprehensive curriculum, extensive clinical training, cutting-edge research, and distinguished faculty. Whether pursuing a career in private practice, academia, and/or research, residents before me have expressed that their training in this program prepared them for success. This is a testament to the well-rounded nature of this program and the support of all our part-time and full-time faculty. From the day of my interview to now in my third year, this department has felt like family. I am thankful to our Chair, Dr. Jack Caton, and Program Director, Dr. Alexandra Tsigarida, for allowing me to be a part of this family. If I were to do it again, EIOH would still be my top choice."

Neha Mithia, DMD (PGY-3)

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