 General Information
The University of Detroit began its educational work in 1877 and
was incorporated as the Detroit College in 1881. In 1911, it was
reorganized and became the University of Detroit. In 1990, it
consolidated with Mercy College and was given its present name, the
University of Detroit Mercy. The School of Dentistry was
established in 1932.
In August 1997 the dental school moved from its downtown
location to a new clinical facility on the Outer Drive campus of
the University in the Northwest section of the City of Detroit.
Admission Policy and
Procedure
Applications are invited for the Periodontic post-graduate
program at the university of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry,
Detroit, Michigan. Students must have a DMD/DDS from a dental
education program accredited by the American Dental Association
Council on Dental Accreditation.
Applicants should have successfully completed part I of the
National Board Examination prior to making application for
admission and must complete part II before they can begin the
program. Candidates for admission should possess good academic
credentials (GPA not less than 3.0) and should demonstrate a
definite interest in periodontics.
Additional experience beyond dental school including
internships, residencies, private practice, etc will strengthen the
applicant's credentials. The program is limited to three students
in each year. Applications must be completed and filed with the
Department of Periodontology and Dental Hygiene by November 15. The
completed application must be accompanied by a $75.00 application
fee. This fee is non-refundable and may not be credited to tuition
fees should the applicant be accepted into the program.
Applications will not be considered until all records and fees have
been received.
Applicants may apply directly to the University of Detroit
Mercy, School of Dentistry, Periodontic Department, or through the
Postdoctoral Application Support Service (PASS). The specific
University of Detroit Mercy application fee and photograph are not
processed through PASS.
The University of Detroit Mercy is committed to the principle of
equal opportunity for all regardless of age, sex, race, creed,
national or ethic origin handicap, weight and sexual
preference.
Fees and Expenses
Applicants who are deemed acceptable by the Graduate
Periodontics Admissions Committee are appointed for a personal
interview. Applicants will be informed as to the decision of the
Admissions Committee within two weeks of the interview. Upon
written notification of acceptance into the program, the applicant
must send a deposit fee of $1,500.00 within ten days or he/she
automatically loses his/her reserved place. This deposit fee is
applied to the first term tuition and is non-refundable should the
applicant withdraw his/her acceptance at a later date.
The following chart shows the estimated cost of three years of
study leading to a Certificate in Periodontics and a Master of
Science at the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry.
*Fees are subject to change without notice. It is anticipated
that the costs of tuition and books will increase commensurate with
inflation, budget needs, or similar affecting factors. Current
costs are available upon request.
First Year - 2007-2008 *(Estimated)
Tuition................ $45,100
Books, Fees, Insurance and Instrument Rental...... $9,590
Total.................. $54,690
Second Year - 2008-2009* (Estimated)
Tuition................. $49,610
Books, Fees, Insurance and Instrument Rental...... $10,200
Total................... $59,810
Third Year - 2009-2010* (Estimated)
Tuition................. $54,571
Books, Fees, Insurance and Instrument Rental...... $10,838
Total................... $65,409
Financial Aid
All financial aid applicants are required to file a Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Applications are
available in the Scholarship and Financial Aid Office.
Grants
Michigan residents studying at the University of Detroit Mercy
may qualify for the Michigan Tuition Grant, a need-based grant
given to Michigan residents who show eligibility. The amount of the
grant may vary; the current maximum award is $2,300. To apply
complete a FAFSA.
Loans
Educational loans are available to help meet the cost of
education, including living expenses if necessary. A complete FAFSA
is required before a loan application can be certified by the
Financial Aid Coordinator. The Federal Subsidized Stafford and
Federal Unsubsidized Stafford loans combined allow you to borrow up
to $20,500 per academic year. The interest is subsidized on up to
$8,500 of the principle by the Federal government. The interest
rate varies annually.
A variety of other educational loans are available to credit
worthy applicants who need additional funding to help meet
expenses. Generally the interest rates are slightly higher than the
Federal loans and the interest is not subsidized.
Applicants are encouraged to borrow from the same lender as they
have in the past; applications are available from your lender or
the financial aid office. Additional information can be obtained
from the Dental School Financial Aid Coordinator at:
Financial Aid Coordinator
University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry
2700 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
Detroit, MI 48208-2576
Phone - 313-494-6617
Fax - 313-494-6912
E-mail:� taylorca2@udmercy.edu
Stipends
The University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry in
association with Riverview Hospital, pays each resident an annual
stipend of $42,000 approx., complete medical benefits and
funds for books and to attend meetings.
Mission
The University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry, as a part
of the continuing tradition of Catholic education, is committed to
provide quality dental care to our patients and to serve as a
source of information and education to the community.
Through our dedication to excellence in teaching and research,
the School of Dentistry strives to develop technically and
diagnostically skilled, scientifically based, socially and
ethically sensitive dental professionals who are committed to
continued professional growth and development.
Goals
The goal of the postdoctoral certificate program in
Periodontology is to guide students as they achieve their goal of
becoming highly skilled specialists who will take their place in
and make their contribution to our diverse society. The program
will provide students a wide range of experiences and depth of
study that will prepare them for clinical practice, research and
teaching. The program will provide a context in which students may
develop ethical and cultural competence (a set of behaviors,
attitudes and policies that enables the professional to work
effectively in multi-cultural situations, thereby enhancing
outcomes). The program is designed to meet the eligibility
requirements of the American Dental Association for specialization
in periodontics and will prepare students for the certification
examinations given by the American Board of Periodontology.
Objectives
The Periodontics Graduate Program at the University of Detroit
Mercy is a 35-month full-time comprehensive program that offers a
Certificate in Periodontics and a Master of Science. The curriculum
has been developed so that on completion, the student will have
attained the following:
- Proficiency in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of
periodontal diseases.
- Proficiency in non-surgical and surgical treatment
modalities.
- Proficiency in the placement and maintenance of dental
implants.
- Proficiency in the management of medically compromised
patients.
- Proficiency in advanced oral plastic surgical procedures.
- Proficiency in the use of advanced information technological
systems.
- Proficiency in the administration of light parental conscious
sedation and advanced cardiac life support.
- Proficiency in the scientific and evidence-based management of
patient care.
- The didactic knowledge, as well as the diagnostic, treatment,
and maintenance skills necessary for successful completion of the
American Board of Periodontology examination.
- The knowledge and skills necessary to prepare the student for a
successful clinical practice, or a position in academics or
research.
During the first year, students begin the summer semester with
didactic courses as part of the core curriculum. These include
advanced head and neck anatomy and embryology, microbiology,
epidemiology and pharmacology. Students receive a major part of the
didactic training, and learn to employ all of the diagnostic and
therapeutic techniques employed in clinical periodontics on the
patients assigned to them during the course of their first year in
the program. The students' clinical experiences are enhanced by
in-depth reviews of both current and classic periodontal literature
throughout their training, beginning in the first year.
At the end of the first year of training, the students will
attend a didactic course in Light Parental Conscious Sedation. The
second year is devoted to comprehensive treatment of complex cases,
further acquisition of an in-depth knowledge of the periodontal
literature, and refinement of skills in the more sophisticated
treatment techniques.
During the third year, students conduct in-depth reviews of
current technologies and topics of current interest in
periodontics. Clinical skills in periodontics and IV sedation are
refined and results of therapy are carefully analyzed.
In addition to clinical experience in the dental school, each
Periodontics Graduate Student assists in hospital oral surgical
procedures and is also given the opportunity to perform certain
procedures.
All of our students are encouraged to actively pursue
certification with the American Board of Periodontology. To help
prepare them for Part I of the ABP examination, we participate in
the annual American Academy of Periodontology In-service
Examinations. In addition, each student gives a formal case
presentation at the end of each year of the three-year program.
These case presentations are modeled after the format set by the
ABP for their examinations.
Department Faculty
Full Time
Dr. Monish Bhola, D.D.S., M.S.D.
Program Director of Graduate Periodontics
Diplomate American Board of Periodontology
Dr. Leyvee Lynn Cabanilla. D.D.S, M.S.D
Assistant Professor
Diplomate American Board of Periodontology
Dr. Kenneth Hillenburg, D.D.S., M.S.
Associate Professor
Director of Undergraduate Periodontics
Diplomate American Board of Periodontology
Dr. Shilpa Kolhatkar, D.D.S., M.D.S.
Assistant Professor
Diplomate American Board of Periodontology
Ms. Colleen Kuxhaus, R.D.H., B.S.
Program Coordinator
Dr. Anthony Neely, D.D.S., PhD.
Associate Professor
Diplomate American Board of Periodontology
Dr. James R. Winkler, D.D.S., PhD.
Chairperson, Department of Periodontology & Dental
Hygiene
Diplomate American Board of Periodontology
Part Time
Dr. David Darany, D.D.S.
Clinical Assistant Professor
Dr. Linda Dobis, D.D.S.
Clinical Assistant Professor
Dr. Donald Sherman, D.D.S., M.Sc.D
Clinical Professor
Dr. Robert Walthers, D.D.S.
Clinical Associate Professor
Dr. Michael Wojick, D.D.S., M.S.
Clinical Associate Professor
Diplomate American Board of Periodontology
Dr. Sameer Zakaria, D.D.S., M.S.D.
Clinical Assistant Professor
Diplomate American Board of Periodontology
Further Information
Please contact:
Dr. Monish Bhola, D.D.S., M.S.D.
Program Director
Department of Periodontology & Dental Hygiene
University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry
2700 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
Detroit, MI 48208-2576
Phone: (313) 494-6660
Fax: (313) 494-6666
Email: bholamo@udmercy.edu
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