About Part 1 Written Exam
About the Application
What education is valid to apply for the examination?
The AAID accepts most ADA CERP and AGD PACE provider courses completed within the past twelve (12) years. The 300 hours must be divided between the sciences related to implant dentistry and clinical implant education. The science component should include internal medicine, anatomy, histology, pathology, pharmacology, bone physiology, immunology, radiology, and dental materials. At least one course should be of a participatory format (e.g. hands-on courses.)
Education in clinical implantology and related courses must include various implant modalities. Suggested clinical subjects are: root-form, plate-form, subperiosteal, and ramus frame implants; grafts; occlusion; oral and maxillofacial surgery; prosthetics; and periodontics.
An implant continuum is NOT required.
How should my name appear on the application?
Put your legal name on the application. (If your name is different in the AAID membership database, also specify that name on your application.) Then use this same name when you register for the examination. At the testing centers, you will be required to show two forms of identification that include the same name that you put on your application or you will not be admitted into the testing room.
About Examination Fees
When do I pay the examination application fee?
The USD 1,085 application fee must be paid when the application is submitted to the AAID Headquarters Office.
How do I pay the application fee?
As noted in the Payment section of the application, the USD 1,085 fee can be paid in one of three ways: a check that is drawn on a US bank and payable in US dollars, credit card (Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express), and wire transfer. If paying by wire transfer, attach a copy of the bank receipt to the application.
What information do I need to pay the application fee by international wire transfer?
The AAID Wire transfer instructions change annually. Contact the AAID office by email for the current routing instructions
What is the fee to retake the examination?
The re-examination fee is $400.
About the Computer-Based Format
When can I register (make an appointment) for my examination?
Candidates will receive an email from the testing vendor and be able to schedule their exam 24 hours in advance. Please see the testing website for more information on the examination process.
Must my application process be complete, with all fees paid, before I can schedule a testing appointment?
Yes. Your application must have been accepted and all fees paid before you can schedule your exam.
How do I schedule my examination?
Candidates will receive an email from the testing vendor and be able to schedule their exam 24 hours in advance. Please see the testing website for more information on the examination process.
Will I get my scores at the test center when I complete the exam?
No. The AAID will mail your test results as soon as possible after the completion of the testing period, typically within six to eight weeks. If you live outside the United States, the results will be sent to you by e-mail.
If I encounter problems related to registration or the testing center, whom do I contact?
You can contact Jon Sprague, Director of Credentialing, at the AAID Headquarters Office by telephone: (312) 335-1550, or by email: credentialing@aaid.com. The AAID office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 am - 5:00 pm CT.