Biomaterials, MS
One of the few biomaterials graduate programs in the world, this interdisciplinary masters degree program focuses on the use of synthetic and natural materials in digital dentistry, implant dentistry, and biomedical engineering.
FALL 2025 ENROLLMENT | Applications accepted July 1, 2024 - April 1, 2025
Program Director:
Sabrina Feitosa Sochacki, DDS, MSc, PhD
Department of Restorative Dentistry, 215 Squire Hall
Faculty and Curriculum
Faculty at UB's School of Dental Medicine are committed to providing students an inclusive and diverse learning environment and promoting improvements to oral health, not only at our school, but worldwide. Our highly trained faculty, innovative curriculum, and state-of-the-art facilities are among the top reasons that students choose our school.
Courses and Credits
Research
The summer preceding the second year of study is usually spent doing research with a faculty advisor. This work often forms the basis of the MS thesis. During the second year, students complete any remaining coursework and finish their thesis research, which must be reviewed by an expert outside reader before eligibility for a formal oral defense.
In addition to the facilities at the School of Dental Medicine, various departments throughout UB — including mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering and biophysics (through Roswell Park Cancer Institute) — provide research venues for biomaterials MS students.
Faculty
The Biomaterials program is housed within the Department of Restorative Dentistry. Visit dental.buffalo.edu/departments/restorative-dentistry.html to learn more.
Faculty at the School of Dental Medicine and those from across UB's academic units participate in the program. Faculty serve as research mentors and thesis committee members, to align with student interests and goals.