Periodontics Certificate

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.

Fall 2024 Enrollment

The application cycle is now closed.

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Eligibility

Domestic and internationally-trained dentists are eligible to apply to this program.

General Admissions Requirements

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.

About the Program

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:

  • MS in Oral Sciences
  • MS in Biomaterials
  • PhD in Oral Biology

School of Public Health and Health Professions:

  • MS in Epidemiology
  • Master of Public Health
  • PhD in Epidemiology

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.

Preferred Acceptance Criteria

When reviewing candidate applications, the faculty selection committee uses a holistic admissions process.  The Periodontics admissions committee is most interested in a candidate's:

  • Previous academic performance
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Personal statement: The personal statement should demonstrate the applicant’s ability to discuss their desire to participate in our program, and show a depth of understanding of the specialty, as well as passion for the field of dentistry and academics.

Preference is given to those who wish to dual enroll in a research program.

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Fax: 716-829-2731

Email: sdmpg@buffalo.edu

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