Advanced Periodontology Certificate at University of Southern California

36-month course of study leading to a certificate in clinical periodontology, accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation and meeting American Board of Periodontology requirements. Residents gain expertise in diagnosis and treatment of periodontal and peri-implant diseases, including surgical and non-surgical therapy, regenerative and plastic surgery, implant placement and sedation.

Faculty: Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry  |  Duration: 36 months  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Los Angeles, CA, United States

What you will study

Basic and clinical sciences with direct application to periodontology and implantology: Physical Diagnosis, Oral Biology, Statistical Methods, Biochemical Aspects of Periodontal Disease, Advanced Oral Microbiology, periodontal literature and treatment seminars, Periodontal Photography, Advanced Periodontal Instrumentation, Advanced Periodontics clinic, Implant Surgery clinic and Implant Dentistry.

Career pathways

Clinical periodontology and board certification as a diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and Dental Implant Surgery.

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