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“We are training health professionals from around the globe, not only to treat the vast array of oral diseases, but to become exemplars of the kinds of character, scholarship, and leadership that mark the true oral health professional.”
— Dr. Glenn T. Clark, Associate Dean of Distance Learning and Telehealth
Programs designed for professionals and leaders in the orofacial sciences
Elevate your professional career with advanced online and hybrid programs tailored to domestic and international health care providers
Orofacial Pain and Oral Medicine
For practicing dentists who want to learn more about a variety of issues focused on orofacial pain, medicine and sleep disorders.
Master’s Degree
Certificate
Oral Pathology and Radiology
For practicing dentists who want to improve skills and gain experience in clinical, pathological, and radiological correlations with CBCT technology.
Certificate
Geriatric Dentistry
For practicing dentists and graduates who want to learn more about a variety of issues while focusing on the unique dental needs of older adult patients.
Master’s Degree
Certificate
Community Oral Health
For a wide variety of health professionals and non-clinicians focused on improving access to oral health care with a community-based approach.
Master’s Degree
Certificate
Professional Advancement
Offering 1-unit and 2-unit courses for working professionals seeing career advancement. Weekly materials, recorded lectures and live discussions with faculty and peers.
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Groundbreaking Care for Oral Pre-Cancer & Pain 🏥💜![]()
Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry has opened the only Southern California OralCare Pre-Cancer and Pain Clinic - a specialized center filling a critical gap in oral cancer care.![]()
Led by Dr. Anette Vistoso Monreal, Director of both the Orofacial Pain Certificate AND the Distance Learning Department, the clinic offers:![]()
✅ Early detection of pre-cancerous oral lesions![]()
✅ Advanced diagnostics and personalized treatment plans![]()
✅ Cancer-related oral pain management ![]()
✅ Patient education and support![]()
✅ Clinical training opportunities for distance learning students and on-campus students![]()
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This innovative clinic provides exceptional care while offering unique educational experiences - including shadowing opportunities for our distance learning students.![]()
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Proud of our team for bringing this vital service to our community while advancing dental education! 🙌![]()
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Learn more at hubs.ly/Q03MGp8S0 ![]()
#USCDentistry #OralCancer #PreCancerScreening #DistanceLearning #DentalEducation
🌿 Honored to share insights at the Head & Neck Cancer Survivorship Symposium in LA! 🌿![]()
Dr. Vistoso, Clinic Director of the Precancer and Pain Clinic and Director of Distance Learnin"g, was invited to lead discussions on Relief Strategies for Dry Mouth at this year's "Stronger Together – Thriving Through Resilience" symposium.![]()
It was wonderful to connect with patients from our clinic and collaborate with USC colleagues Dr. Sinha and Dr. Villegas, who are dedicated to supporting head and neck cancer survivors."![]()
These conversations highlight why collaborative, patient-centered care matters so much—especially when it comes to improving quality of life after cancer treatment. 💙![]()
Together, we're working to empower survivors with the resources and support they need to thrive!![]()
#HeadAndNeckCancer #Survivorship #USC #PatientCare #CancerSupport #DryMouthRelief #StrongerTogether #Resilience #QualityOfLife
Tough loss for USC against Illinois this weekend. 💔🏈![]()
Despite Makai Lemon's career-high 11 receptions and strong offensive effort, the defense couldn't hold a one-point lead in the final minutes. Illinois kicked a game-winning field goal with time remaining.![]()
The secondary has been challenged all season, allowing 51 pass plays of 10+ yards through five games. Injuries to key players haven't helped. 😔![]()
Good news: reinforcements are coming after the bye week, including Ja'Kobi Lane, Elijah Paige, and Kamari Ramsey. 💪![]()
Next up: Michigan in two wee#USCF#trojanfootball##FightOnjanFootball #FightOn
Friends of Dentistry celebrates 50 years today!![]()
Five decades of supporting dental education through scholarships, research funding, and community engagement. Their impact has shaped dental careers and improved oral health care across the nation.![]()
Congratulations on this significant milestone and thank you for supporting the next generation of dental professionals.![]()
#friendsofdentistry #50years #DentalEducation
Outstanding news to share!![]()
Dr. Parish Sedghizadeh has been awarded the 2025 Evidence-Based Dentistry Award in the Accomplished Faculty category by the American Dental Association!![]()
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This prestigious recognition celebrates his significant contributions to advancing evidence-based dentistry through research, clinical practice, and education at USC.![]()
He'll be officially recognized at ADA SmileCon in Washington, D.C. at the end of October.![]()
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Please join us in congratulating Dr. Sedghizadeh on this well-deserved accomplishm#USC![]()
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❤️ This USC dental clinic story will absolutely warm your heart ❤️![]()
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At the Union Rescue Mission on Skid Row, USC dental students aren't just studying - they're literally transforming lives, one smile at a time! 🦷✨![]()
Dwaine's incredible journey:![]()
• Lost all his teeth due to health issues and addiction![]()
• Had to cover his mouth and speak with his head down![]()
• Received FREE dentures from USC dental students![]()
• Now at 64, he's working at the shelter and smiling confidently!![]()
"I'm able to look at the teller and smile at the teller and say thank you" - Dwaine![]()
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What makes this clinic special:![]()
🏥 ONLY clinic in the area treating all ages (even 200+ kids living on the streets!)![]()
💰 Completely FREE comprehensive care - from cleanings to root canals![]()
👩⚕️ Training the next generation of empathetic healthcare providers![]()
🔄 Amazing full-circle moments like Dwaine now working where he was once helped![]()
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These students are learning that being a great dentist isn't just about technical skills - it's about understanding barriers to care and treating every patient with dignity and compassion.![]()
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Dental care can cost thousands, but for people experiencing homelessness, it's often completely out of reach. This clinic is changing that reality while preparing incredible future dentists.![]()
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Watch this inspiring story! 👇![]()
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#USCDental #HealthcareAccess
🎓 Yesterday's MRONJ Webinar Was Outstanding!![]()
Big thanks to Dr. Parish Sedghizadeh and everyone who joined our continuing education webinar on "Update on Medication-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw (MRONJ)" yesterday afternoon! 🦷![]()
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What attendees learned:![]()
✅ Role of MRONJ drugs in bone therapeutics![]()
✅ Clinical, radiographic, and pathologic features![]()
✅ Management and prevention strategies![]()
✅ Dental and medicolegal implications![]()
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This topic is SO important - millions of Americans take medications for osteoporosis, cancer metastases, and multiple myeloma that can lead to MRONJ. Understanding this complication is crucial for every dental professional!![]()
Bonus: Attendees earned 1 hour of FREE continuing education credit 🏆![]()
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Missed this one? Keep an eye out for future webinar announcements. Our Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry distance learning program makes staying current easier than ever.![]()
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Questions about registration or upcoming courses? Contact chp-pe@usc.edu 📧![]()
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#ContinuingEducation #DentalWebinar #MRONJ #USCDentistry #OnlineLearning
Register to attend our next FREE CE Webinar![]()
🗓️ Tomorrow, Wednesday, September 24, 2025![]()
"Update on Medication-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw (MRONJ)" with Dr. Parish Sedghizadeh![]()
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Register now: hubs.ly/Q03J_ky-0![]()
#ContinuingEducation #DentalProfessionals #MRONJ #USC #ProfessionalDevelopment #Dentistry