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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.

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.

Pain Medicine and Pain Science

For a wide variety of health professionals and non-clinicians focused on the treatment and knowledge of pain medicine through advanced research and education.

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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🌟 When Faculty & Students Connect Beyond the Virtual Classroom! 🌟This weekend, our worlds collided in the best possible way when Adjunct Assistant Professor of Clinical Dentistry, Dr. Joan Wang met with Distance Learning student Dr. Faiza Salam in Michigan!These two incredible dental professionals shared stories and experiences, with Dr. Wang learning about Dr. Salam's remarkable journey from Pakistan to the United States and the unique path that led her to our Orofacial Pain Oral Medicine MS program.These personal connections are what make our distance learning community so special - bringing together passionate professionals across borders and backgrounds, united by their dedication to advancing dental medicine.We're proud to foster these meaningful relationships that transcend the virtual classroom and enrich both our faculty and students' experiences!#USCDentistry #DistanceLearning #GlobalCommunity #OrofacialPain #DentalEducation ... See MoreSee Less
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Register to Attend a Free Virtual CE Webinar - Oral Health Care for Cancer Patients w/Dr. Anette Vistoso. Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 9 am PDT.hubs.ly/Q03jDNFH0 ... See MoreSee Less
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📊 Discover a Wealth of Knowledge in Dental EducationLooking to advance your career in dental education? Our blog platform at Ostrow Online features valuable insights from both our expert faculty AND current students in our hybrid programs!Our community of educators and learners regularly share their expertise, innovative teaching methods, and collaborative projects that are shaping the future of dental education.Why visit our blogs?Get fresh perspectives from professionals in the fieldLearn about cutting-edge educational approachesConnect with a community of like-minded dental educatorsExplore opportunities for your own professional developmentTake a moment to see what makes our blog community special and discover how our hybrid programs might be the perfect next step in your career journey.👉 Visit: hubs.ly/Q03j0BN30#dentaleducation #ProfessionalDevelopment #ostrowonline #USC ... See MoreSee Less
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📣 EXCITING NEWS! 🎉Congratulations to Dr. Reyes Enciso whose research published in Special Care in Dentistry has been recognized among the top 10% of most-viewed papers in the journal for 2023! This outstanding achievement highlights the importance and impact of Dr. Enciso's contributions to the field of special care dentistry.Thank you for advancing knowledge in this crucial area of dental medicine on behalf of the Special Care Dentistry Associatio#dentalresearche#AcademicExcellencel#specialcaredentistryistry ... See MoreSee Less
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Thank you to everyone who joined our "Injection Therapy in Orofacial Pain: Part 2" webinar this past Saturday!We appreciate your participation as Dr. Clark shared valuable insights on Botulinum Toxin Type A injections for orofacial pain conditions. The presentation explored effectiveness across different conditions and compared cost-efficient alternative treatments—from meditation to Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation.Missed the webinar? Don't worry! Our next educational event is coming soon. Stay connected with our community of dental professionals dedicated to advancing orofacial pain treatment.#OrofacialPain #ContinuingEducation #DentalMedicine #ProfessionalDevelopment #USCDentistry ... See MoreSee Less
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Join Dr. Clark on Zoom now for a Lecture on Orofacial Pain Injection Therapy:hubs.ly/Q03j0Tbj0 ... See MoreSee Less
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🎂 DOUBLE BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION ALERT! 🎂Today we're celebrating not one but TWO special birthdays from our amazing teams:Happy Birthday to Nicolas from our Distance Learning team! 🎉ANDHappy Birthday to Dr. Dornan from our Orofacial Pain clinic! 🎉Our Distance Learning team and the Orofacial Pain clinic have so much to celebrate. Wishing you both a fantastic day filled with joy and sweet treats!Happy Birthday to two incredible team members! 🥳 ... See MoreSee Less
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Making a Difference Where It Matters Most! 💪🦷❤️Our Community Oral Health MS students kicked off their boot camp with a powerful first day at Union Rescue Mission (URM), where they toured the clinic facilities and participated in an outreach event in Skid Row.This experience connects our students with URM's vital work as one of the largest rescue missions in the United States and the oldest in Los Angeles (established 1891). For over 130 years, URM has been a beacon of hope for people experiencing distress and despair.We're proud to continue USC's 25+ year partnership with URM, providing emergency and comprehensive dental services to those experiencing homelessness on Skid Row. This collaboration represents our commitment to community service and creating healthier futures for vulnerable populations.These hands-on experiences help shape compassionate healthcare professionals who understand the importance of accessible #communityoralhealthu#servicelearningS#unionrescuemissiono#skidrowi#oralhealthequityr#USCDentistryy#makingadifferencekingADifference ... See MoreSee Less
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