Predoctoral Training in General, Pediatric, and Public Health Dentistry and Dental Hygiene

[Francisco A Tomei Torres]

Predoctoral Training in General, Pediatric, and Public Health Dentistry and Dental Hygiene 
Funding Opportunity Number: HRSA-22-045

The application deadline is February 7, 2022

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The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) released this new Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) announcement for accredited schools of dentistry or dental hygiene, hospitals and other entities to carry out a dentistry training program.

These programs will enhance predoctoral dental, dental hygiene, and other oral health care trainee’s clinical ability to care for populations and individuals with medically complex health conditions, special and/or behavioral health care needs. With training in and a focus on patient-centered care, these students will gain a better understanding of the social determinants of health so that they can improve the oral health of vulnerable, underserved, and rural populations.  

This funding will increase the number of primary care dentists, dental hygienists, and other oral health care providers who care for rural, underserved, or vulnerable populations.

HRSA anticipates awarding approximately $4.5 million to 15 grantees.

Visit Grants.gov to apply.