The Advanced Education Program in Periodontics is research-oriented and has trained clinician-scientists for careers in academia, research, teaching, or industry for more than 40 years.
The application cycle is now closed.
Domestic and internationally-trained dentists are eligible to apply to this program.
The University sets general admissions requirements for graduate study. These include letters of recommendation; a minimum undergraduate GPA; and demonstration of English Language proficiency for international applicants. Please refer to the General Admissions Requirements page for full details.
Program-specific requirements are described on this page.
The primary long-term objective of this program is to train clinician-scientists who desire a career in academic dentistry, research, and/or industry. As such, research is a required component of the program. Students interested in the Periodontics program are expected to simultaneously enroll in a research degree program. Research program options include, but are not limited to:
School of Dental Medicine:
School of Public Health and Health Professions:
Admission is highly competitive and early application is recommended. If admitted to the Periodontics program, the applicant must submit an application to their research program of choice by the specified application deadline. Acceptance into any research program is a separate process.
When reviewing candidate applications, the faculty selection committee uses a holistic admissions process. The Periodontics admissions committee is most interested in a candidate's:
Preference is given to those who wish to dual enroll in a research program.
Students who wish to combine their Periodontics training with the MS in Oral Sciences must submit a separate application to the master's program. Selecting this combination typically requires three years of full-time study.
Students who wish to combine their Periodontics training with the PhD in Oral Biology must submit a separate application to the doctoral program. Selecting this combination typically requires five or six years of full-time study.
The program in periodontics is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation and has been granted the accreditation status of accredited without reporting requirements. The Commission is a specialized accrediting body recognized by the United States Department of Education. The Commission on Dental Accreditation can be contacted at (312) 440-4653 or at 211 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611. The Commission’s web address is www.ada.org/en/coda.
Robert Schifferle, DDS, MMSc , PhD
Professor
Department of Periodontics and Endodontics; Department of Oral Biology
Christopher Heard
Clinical Professor
Department of Periodontics and Endodontics
Michael Levine
Clinical Professor
Department of Periodontics and Endodontics
Anna Paritsky, DMD
Clinical Assistant Professor
Department of Periodontics and Endodontics
Amarpreet Sabhavwal
Clinical Assistant Professor
Department of Periodontics and Endodontics
Phone: (716) 829-3845
Email: amarpree@buffalo.edu
Our residents train together and come from a variety of backgrounds and institutions. We typically accept two to three new students each year.
Course options will be determined in conjunction with the Program Director to accommodate the individual needs and research goals of the student.
Research Ethics / CITI training
All students must obtain training through the CITI training program offered through the University at Buffalo:
https://www.buffalo.edu/research/research-services/training/compliance-training.html
The following modules must be completed with a score of 80% or higher:
Additional in-depth didactic training in; 1) Immunology, 2) Molecular Biology and Genetics, 3) Microbiology and Microbial Physiology, and 4) Biochemistry and Cellular Biology is a requirement of the Advanced Education Program in Periodontics. This training will be provided through comprehensive, graduate level courses in consultation with each student’s graduate (Ph.D. / M.S.) and thesis committees.
Students have the freedom to choose among the various courses in each of those subjects that may be offered by the School of Dental Medicine, the School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Roswell Park Memorial Institute, Kaleida Health System/Buffalo General Hospital, and other graduate Departments. Review of course syllabi, where indicated, and approval of the selection of basic science courses will be performed after consideration of each student’s research program, research interests, and performance. Approval of each basic science course must be obtained from the Program Director for fulfillment of clinical program basic sciences requirements.
Examples of basic science courses that may be considered are as follows:
Immunology
Molecular Biology and Genetics
Microbiology and Microbial Physiology
Biochemistry (with Molecular Biology) and Cellular Biology
Research and Laboratory
Please note that while matriculating for a graduate degree, the requirements of such programs will have course requirements that are distinct from those noted above; in some cases, there will be overlap.
The Advanced Education overview page provides information about the Cost of Attendance.
Applications must be completed by August 1st of the year prior to admission (i.e. August 1, 2022 for Fall 2023 admission).
The program does not participate in the national PASS or Match programs.
Please electronically submit all documents listed below. Your application will not be complete until these items have been received.
In addition to the requirements listed above, please provide the following with your application:
International applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency via guidelines set by the University. A score report copy is sufficient.
The SDM accepts the following:
8. Financial Form
A program specific Financial Form is a required applicaiton material and is accessible via the candidate portal.
Step | Date(s) |
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Applications Accepted | May 12 - August 1, 2022 |
Interviews | Rolling after review of complete applications |
Acceptance Notices Sent | To be determined |
A limited number of positions are available each year; early application is highly recommended.
The program is unable to accommodate interview or tour requests prior to Admissions Committee review.
Advanced Education Admissions
Fax: 716-829-2731
Email: sdmpg@buffalo.edu
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