How can i practise dentistry in USA ( if i'm candidate ) ?

Hello,


well , please if u can help me , i graduate this year ( 2006-2007) from university of baghdad / college of dentistry , and i'm thinking to practise dentistry or do my general dental residency in usa , but , i've some questions :


1st , is there any way to practise dentistry in usa other than the enrolement in International dental program ( IDP ) ? if yes , how ? even if it's limited to some states .


2nd , is there any programs for the foriegn trained detnist to do the residency in usa ?


3rd , if i take a master degree as candidate without attend the IDP , can i practise in usa ? even if it's limited to some states





thanks in advance


wish to hear soon from u


warm regards

How can i practise dentistry in USA ( if i'm candidate ) ?
You have to be board certified in the US to practice here legally. That means going through the international program...sorry!





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