Advanced Prosthodontics Clinic

The Graduate Prosthodontic Clinic consists of a clinical bay located on the first floor of The University of Texas - Houston Dental Branch. Twelve dental chairs and units are available for Graduate Prosthodontic Resident use. For the most part, the clinic is furnished with Adec equipment. Currently the Dental Branch is raising funds for its new building.

The Dental Branch supplies all burs, instruments, and handpieces by way of standardized instrument trays and bur blocks. They are all sterilized in a state-of-the art central sterilizing area. The Dental Branch utilizes electronic patient records and digital radiography.

There are four full-time dental assistants assigned to the Graduate Prosthodontic Clinic. Residents are taught the latest techniques for infection control and are supplied with all of the necessary disposable items.