American Board Examination in Pediatric Dentistry
The American Board Examination in Pediatric Dentistry is a certification exam that assesses the knowledge, clinical skills, and expertise of dental specialists in providing comprehensive oral healthcare to infants, children, and adolescents, ensuring their ability to manage pediatric dental conditions safely and effectively.
Pediatric Dentistry
- Duration: 3 Hours
- Exam Code: PED5911
- Number of Questions: 150
- Passing Score: 60%
Exam Coverage:
- Dental Development & Anomalies.
- Prevention and Anticipatory Guidance.
- Local Anesthesia & Sedation.
- Non-pharmacological Behavior Management.
- Pharmacological Behavior Management.
- Restorative Dentistry & Dental Materials.
- Special Care for Special Patients.
- Pulp Therapy.
- Orofacial Trauma.
- Oral Pathology / Medicine.
- Orthodontics and Space Management.
- Professionalism and Medical Ethics.
Recommended References:
- The Handbook of Pediatric Dentistry, 3rd edition, Arthur Nowak and Paul Casamassimo.
- Pinkham, Casamassimo, Field, McTigue, Nowak, Pediatric Dentistry: Infancy through Adolescence, 4th Edition.
- McDonald, Avery, Dean, Dentistry for the Child and Adolescent, 8th Edition.
- Richerd Welbury, Pediatric Dentistry, 2nd Edition.
- Reference Manual of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry 2007-2008.
Essentials of Patient Safety, SCHS, Latest Edition.
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