Cerebral Palsy is caused by brain injury or brain malformation that occurs before, during, or immediately after birth while the infantâs brain is under development. But how a brain injury affects a childâs motor functioning and intellectual abilities is highly dependent on the nature of a brain injury, where the damage occurs, and how severe it is.
Dental School. Like all dentists, pediatric dentists must earn one of two degrees: Doctor of Dental Surgery or Doctor of Dental Medicine. The degrees are equivalent and require a minimum of four years of study at dental school. Admission to dental school is competitive.
Generally, dentists must complete a bachelor's degree, pass the Dental Admissions Test (DAT), and complete four years of study to earn a Doctor of Dental Surgery or Doctor of Dental Medicine.ccording to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, most students who enter dental schools complete 4-year bachelor's degree programs beforehand (www.bls.gov). Some applicants complete 2-3 years of college prior to applying to dental school and complete their bachelor's degree there.