Pediatric Dentistry Residency

1. DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school
2. Eligible for dental licensure in the United States (or Minnesota eligibility)
3. Completion of required board examinations
4. Application through the Postdoctoral Application Support Service (PASS) or relevant dental residency matching system
5. Strong academic and clinical background in dentistry

Hennepin County Medical Center is a well-known academic teaching hospital and Level I Trauma Center located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The institution is part of Hennepin Healthcare and is recognized for its strong graduate medical and dental education programs. The Pediatric Dentistry Residency provides extensive clinical exposure in hospital-based pediatric dental care. Residents treat diverse patient populations, including medically complex and underserved children. Training includes operating room dentistry, sedation techniques, preventive programs, and interdisciplinary collaboration with pediatric medical teams. The hospital environment allows residents to gain experience managing complex dental cases that require hospital support. Academic learning is supported through seminars, case discussions, and research opportunities. The program prepares dentists for board certification and advanced clinical practice in pediatric dentistry.