This program provides an opportunity to acquire clinical assessment and treatment skills for Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD) and Orofacial Pain, within the context of graduate education that focuses on the acquisition of research skills and a scientific knowledge base.
The application cycle is now closed.
Interviews for fall admission will take place January - March.
Admissions decisions will be released March - April.
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.
This program leads to a certificate in Temporomandibular Disorders & Orofacial Pain.
The opportunity exists for dual-enrollment in the Oral Sciences, MS program. Candidates must make a separate application to the master's program.
The focus of our clinical program is to provide each resident with experience in managing a variety of orofacial pain conditions, focusing on diagnosis and interdisciplinary management.
Orofacial Pain is recognized by the American Dental Association as a dental specialty area. Our advanced certificate program in Temporomandibular Disorders and Orofacial Pain is also recognized by the New York State Education Department. Details on CODA accreditation are provided below.
The principle goals of the Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD) and Orofacial Pain Program are to prepare a graduate to:
This is a 24-month program.
The program in Temporomandibular Disorders and Orofacial Pain 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.
The Advanced Education overview page provides information about the Cost of Attendance.
The TMD & Orofacial Pain program does not offer a stipend or tuition waiver. The University's Office of Financial Aid can provide information regarding types of available aid including loans.
The curriculum combines didactic and clinical components.
OS 512: Research Design in the Oral Sciences, 2.0 credits
ORB 522: Scientific Writing, 1.0 credit
ORB 545: Dynamics of Bone, 2.0 credits
ODS 513: Bioelectrical Measurements, 3.0 credits
ODS 560: Research Seminar in Pain, 1.0 credit
ODS 671: Independent Study, 1.0 credit
ODS 972: Oral Medicine, 1.0 credit
ODS 500: TMD | Conceptional Foundations, 2.0 credits *
ODS 514: Anatomy and Physiology of the Masticatory System, 3.0 credits *
*offered every other year-may be taken second year fall semester
OS 502: Oral Sciences | Physiology of Pain, 2.0 credits
OS 518: Statistical Methods in the Oral Sciences, 4.0 credits
ODS 560: Research Seminar in Pain, 1.0 credit
ODS 651: Research, 1.0 credit
ODS 671: Independent Study | Sleep Medicine, 1.0 credit
OS 502: Oral Sciences: Physiology of Pain, 2.0 credits
PER 978: Dental Pharmacology, 0.5 credit
CLD 555: Head and Neck Anatomy, 1.0 credit *
*offered every other year, may be taken second year spring semester
ODS 560: Research Seminar in Pain, 1.0 credit
OS 506: Biomaterials, 1 credit
ODS 515: Bioelectrical Measurements II, 2 credits
ODS 651: Research, credits vary
ODS 653: Thesis Guidance, 1.0 credit (MS students only))
ODS 560: Research Seminar in Pain, 1.0 credit
ODS 520: Advanced Statistics, 1 credit
ODS 651: Research, credits vary
ODS 671: Independent Study | Practice Management, 1 credit
ODS 653: Thesis Guidance, 1.0 credit (MS students only))
ODS 940: TMD | Clinical Pain Seminar (Case Conference), 1.0 credit
ODS 942: TMD | Orofacial Pain Clinic, 4.0 credits
ODS 952: TMD/OFP | Literature Review, 1.0 credit
ODS 955: Teaching TMD and Orofacial Pain, 1.0 credit (Year 2 only)
Step | Date(s) |
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Applications Accepted | July 1 - December 1, 2022 |
Interviews | January - March |
Acceptance Notices Sent | March - April |
Applicants must have a DDS, DMD or equivalent.
To apply, please submit all documents listed below. Your application will not be complete until these items have been received and you have submitted your application for formal review.
In addition to the requirements listed above, please provide the following information on the ADEA PASS Application:
International applicants must report a TOEFL score (79+) obtained within eighteen months of the application deadline; unoffocial score reports are sufficient.
NOTE: An official score report is not required; please do not send directly to the school.
Upon acceptance into the program, you will be asked to submit a copy of your passport along with financial documents. F1 and I-20 documents will also be requested, as applicable.
* All documents become property of the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine and are not returnable to the applicant.
Get information about immigration deadlines, visas requirements and other important details from UB’s Office of International Student and Scholar Services.