Why Choose Our Program and the Rhode Island Site?

Experience comprehensive, cutting-edge training in one of New England’s most dynamic pediatric dental residencies. Our program uniquely combines the academic excellence of NYU Langone with a hands-on, community-focused approach at Rhode Island’s Tri-County Community Action Agency (TCAA).

Program Highlights & Distinctive Features

Exceptional Clinical Volume & Diversity

• More than 7,000 pediatric patients annually
• Approximately 18,000 dental visits each year
• 25% of patients have special healthcare needs
• 80–100 operating room cases per resident
• Diverse patient population and clinical experiences

World-Class Facilities & Technology

• 20 modern dental operatories across two locations
• Electronic dental records and digital radiography
• Advanced sterilization systems
• General anesthesia and sedation services

Partnership Network

• Brown University Health collaboration
• Hasbro Children’s Hospital rotations
• Emergency trauma and infection management
• Refugee Health Clinic exposure
• Craniofacial Team participation

Academic Excellence

• Teaching opportunities at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
• Research opportunities through NYU Langone
• Participation in the RI LEND Training Program

Your Training Experience

Comprehensive Skill Development

• Preventive and restorative pediatric dentistry
• Oral surgery techniques
• Sedation and hospital dentistry
• Special needs patient management
• Emergency dental care
• Multidisciplinary collaboration

Mentorship & Support

• Dedicated dental assistants for every resident
• Board-certified pediatric dental faculty
• Board preparation sessions and literature reviews
• Professional development opportunities

Life in Rhode Island

Unbeatable Location

• 1 hour to Boston
• 3 hours to New York City
• Easy access to T.F. Green International Airport

Year-Round Recreation

• Beaches, surfing, and sailing
• Hiking and biking
• Skiing and snowboarding nearby
• Outstanding food scene

Affordable Living

• Diverse housing options
• Family-friendly communities
• Lower cost of living than major metropolitan areas

Mission & Impact

As part of the Tri-County Community Action Agency (TCAA), residents become part of a mission-driven Federally Qualified Health Center serving Rhode Island’s most vulnerable communities.

Graduates leave prepared with:

• Exceptional clinical skills
• Cultural competency
• Leadership capabilities
• Research experience
• Strong professional networks

Ready to Transform Your Career?

Join a program that doesn’t just train pediatric dentists — we develop leaders, innovators, and compassionate caregivers who make a lasting impact on children’s health and well-being.

Your journey to pediatric dental excellence starts here.

Websites:
Tri-County Community Action Agency
Hasbro Children’s Hospital
Brown University Health