Distance Learning Programs

Master’s Degrees, Certificates and 
Professional Advancement

“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.

Oral Pathology and Radiology

For practicing dentists who want to improve skills and gain experience in clinical, pathological, and radiological correlations with CBCT technology.

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.

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.

Professional Advancement

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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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Distance Learning + Real Clinical Training? Yes, Both. 💡🎓At Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry, you don't have to choose between flexibility and hands-on experience.Our hybrid-online programs include:✅ Real patient cases - Complex conditions including TMJ disorders and pain management✅ Potential multi-day clinical shadowing - Up to 3 full days observing advanced treatments✅ Week-long on-campus bootcamp - Hands-on workshops and simulations at USC✅ Expert mentorship - Training with Board-certified specialistsFlexible online learning + meaningful clinical immersion = specialty training that actually prepares you for practice.Advance your career without putting your practice on hold.Learn more: hubs.ly/Q03SL#USCDentistryi#distancelearningr#dentaleducationa#orofacialpainl#ClinicalTrainingining ... See MoreSee Less
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🔬 Groundbreaking TMD Research InitiativeThe University of Pittsburgh is leading a $17 million study—the largest ever—to transform temporomandibular disorder (TMD) treatment. The five-year project will analyze data from 1,000 TMD patients and 300 controls using brain imaging, RNA sequencing, and microbiome analysis.Why it matters: TMD pain mechanisms remain unclear, and the condition disproportionately affects women. This research aims to develop personalized treatments that actually work.Read more: hubs.ly/Q03Sxnx-0#TMDResearch #OralHealth #dentalresearch #chronicpain ... See MoreSee Less
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🦷 New research shows it's not just about HOW MANY teeth you have—it's about how fast you're losing them.A groundbreaking study of over 7,000 older adults found that rapid tooth loss is a significant predictor of mortality risk, independent of the number of teeth remaining.Here's what researchers discovered:✅ Rapid tooth loss increased mortality risk by 23%✅ The risk was highest in adults 80+✅ People who don't exercise regularly face even greater risk✅ Those with fewer teeth are most vulnerableWhy does this happen? Accelerated tooth loss often signals:Severe periodontal diseaseSystemic inflammationPoor nutrition from chewing difficultiesDeclining overall healthThe takeaway? Prevention and early intervention matter MORE than ever, especially for our aging loved ones.Regular dental visits, good oral hygiene, and monitoring tooth loss over time could literally save lives. 💙Learn more about this important research: h#OralHealth.#dentalhealth##HealthyAginge#SeniorHealthe#Dentistry #preventiont#toothlossry #Prevention #ToothLoss ... See MoreSee Less
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One Week That Changes Everything 🎓Distance learning students in our programs come to USC's campus for an intensive week-long bootcamp—a transformative experience that brings online learning to life.What happens during bootcamp week:✅ Hands-on clinical workshops and simulations ✅ Face-to-face learning with Board-certified faculty ✅ Access to cutting-edge facilities at Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry ✅ Networking with fellow residents and specialists ✅ Full immersion in the USC campus experienceIt's the perfect blend of flexible online learning with the collaborative, hands-on training that defines exceptional dental education.Ready to advance your specialty training without putting your practice on hold?Learn more: hubs.ly/#USCDentistryC#distancelearningc#dentaleducationl#bootcamp #orofacialpainfacialPain ... See MoreSee Less
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Get a head start on those new year's resolutions and apply to join on of our online/hybrid dental programs today! The spring 2026 term starts on January 12th and spring 2026 applications are due on Nov. 15th.We offer the following online graduate programs through the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry:1-Year Graduate Certificate in Community Oral Health2-Year Master of Science in Community Oral Health1-Year Graduate Certificate in Geriatric Dentistry3-Year Master of Science in Geriatric Dentistry1-Year Graduate Certificate in Oral Pathology and Radiology1-Year Graduate Certificate in Orofacial Pain3-Year Advanced Master of Science in Orofacial Pain and Oral MedicineClick here to learn more about our online/hybrid dental programs:hubs.ly/Q03RbK_V0 ... See MoreSee Less
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Join Dr. Yaara Berdan for a FREE CE Lecture focused on Endodontic Care for Older Adults Tomorrow, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025 at 9am PDT/12pm EDT. Register Now: hubs.ly/Q03QfnFp0 ... See MoreSee Less
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Congratulations again to Dr. Parish Sedghizadeh! 🎉Dr. Sedghizadeh is in Washington, DC this week to officially accept his ADA Evidence-Based Dentistry Award! He even found time to visit the Washington Monument. 📸Well deserved! 👏 ... See MoreSee Less
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Join Dr. Yaara Berdan for a FREE CE Lecture focused on Endodontic Care for Older Adults this Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025 at 9am PDT/12pm EDT. Register Now: hubs.ly/Q03QflGm0 ... See MoreSee Less
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