The department offers the professional Certificate in Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology. The educational requirements of the certificate program meet the requirements for preparation of dental specialists in oral and maxillofacial radiology set by the Commission on Dental Accreditation and the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology. Students must maintain a cumulative g.p.a. of at least 3.00 to earn the certificate.
Oral and maxillofacial radiology involves the study of structure, function, and diseases of the oral and maxillofacial region. Study methods include examination of related histories, evaluation of clinical signs and symptoms, and use of radiologic procedures for interpretation and to establish a diagnosis and plan for therapeutic management.
The department's programs are diverse and flexible, allowing students to obtain advanced clinical, didactic, and research-related education while earning a professional certificate. Students working toward the certificate may pursue a Master of Science in oral science in conjunction with the certificate; see "Graduate Study" below.
Graduate Study
Students earning the department's certificate may pursue a Master of Science in oral science while they work toward the certificate. They pursue the M.S. track that corresponds with the certificate. Each program combines the minimum requirements of the M.S. and the certificate; completion time usually is 36 to 48 months.
All students in the combined programs pursue comprehensive study of basic biologic and health sciences in preparation for teaching and research. They must complete the courses listed below, including the core courses and the basic science and departmental courses listed for their M.S. track. They also must prepare and submit a thesis based on the results of research conducted during their course of study. See the M.S. in oral science in the Catalog for additional information about requirements and admission.
Core Courses
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| OPRM:5200 | Stomatology Literature Review | 0-1 |
| OPRM:5226 | Oral Pathology for Graduate Students | 0-1 |
| OPRM:5242 | Clinical Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology | 0-2 |
| ORSC:5200 | Seminars in Dental Research | 1 |
| ORSC:5210 | Dental Sciences Research Methodology | 2 |
| ORSC:5212 | Statistical Methods for Dental Research | 3 |
| ORSC:5215 | Research Design in Dentistry | 2 |
| ORSC:5600 | Research in Oral Science (taken for a total of 9 s.h.) | 9 |
| OTO:8199 | Foundations of Otolaryngology | 2 |
Track Courses
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| OPRM:5243 | Practical Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology | 0-2 |
| OPRM:5244 | Technical Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology | 0-2 |
| OPRM:5245 | Head and Neck Radiology | 0-2 |
| FRRB:3110 | Medical Physics I | 2 |
| FRRB:3130 | Radiation Safety and Radiobiology | 2 |
| PATH:8133 | Introduction to Human Pathology for Graduate Students | 3-4 |
Applicants must have successfully completed an accredited program leading to the D.D.S. or D.M.D., or an international equivalent, and must meet the admission requirements of the Graduate College. They must have a cumulative g.p.a. of at least 3.00 (or international equivalent) to be considered for admission.
Applicants whose first language is not English must submit official test scores to verify English proficiency. Applicants can verify English proficiency by submitting official test scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS).
Passing the National Board Dental Examinations (NBDE) Part I and Part II or the Integrated (INBDE) is recommended but not required.
The department's faculty makes final decisions on acceptance of applicants who meet the requirements for admission. A personal interview is required.