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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.

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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OstrowTalk Thursday! In this latest episode, Dr. Divya Harika Pedada explores the neurobiological and psychosocial factors behind TMD and chronic jaw pain--🎦 Watch this Episode on YouTube: youtu.be/ctcHNJeWwHQ-🎧 Listen to this Episode on Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/4AiCB1JMRNe4SKP4TBcOkT?si=804fd17c862b4473--#TMD #chronicjawpain #neurobiology #psychosocial #healthpodcast ... See MoreSee Less
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OstrowTalk Thursday!--In this episode, Dr. Parishi Marfatia & Dr. Pamela Dhillon explore the critical role general dentists can play in identifying and managing obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). They discuss screening tools, signs to watch for, and how dental practices can contribute to overall health and wellness.--🎦 Watch this Episode on YouTube: youtu.be/X9egR7zu6uk -🎧 Listen to this Episode on Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/773Xa4wEqoM7qVWezYcGbz--Share your thoughts and subscribe for more!-Have you seen patients with OSA? Questions? Comment below! ... See MoreSee Less
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OstrowTalk Thursday!--Join us as Dr. Gannon Lee discusses diagnosing and managing temporomandibular joint disorders, focusing on limited mouth opening. Learn about symptoms, exams, and specialist referrals.--🎧 Listen on:-- YouTube: youtu.be/SdsNkeom5D4?si=0mE64kKCahQ54gJf-- Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/47edsEgsF223okzURI93o5?si=4632662ad1b64234--Share your thoughts and subscribe for more!-Experienced TMJ disorders? Questions? Comment below!--#dentalhealth #tmjdisorder #podcast #ostrowtalk ... See MoreSee Less
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A new episode of OstrowTalk is available now: "The Underlying Causes of Bruxism" dives deep into this common yet often misunderstood issue.--Dr. Kareem Abraham and Dr. Salome Masrani (current students in our Online/Hybrid Orofacial Pain and Oral Medicine MS Program) bring their extensive expertise to the table, unraveling the underlying causes and consequences of bruxism. From stress to sleep disorders, discover the multiple layers that may lead patients to become bruxers.--🎧 Watch/Listen on your preferred platform:-- YouTube: youtu.be/75nO7on6KU4-- Spotify: sptfy.com/Ql4S--Don’t miss out on these expert insights! Tune in, share your thoughts, and subscribe for more engaging episodes of OstrowTalk (coming soon!)--#OstrowTalk #Bruxism #DentalHealth #PodcastRecommendations #ListenNow ... See MoreSee Less
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🎙️ Exciting News: OstrowTalk Returns!--Our online/hybrid Orofacial Pain Program students recently gathered on campus for an intensive bootcamp. They had the opportunity to record insightful podcast episodes in our brand new state-of-the-art studio!--Stay tuned for their engaging content coming soon. Curious about what’s next? Check out this sneak peek: f.mtr.cool/psxsahzqow--Your thoughts? Share in the comments!--#USC #OrofacialPain #Podcasting #EducationInnovation ... See MoreSee Less
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Looking back on an incredible week at Ostrow! 🦷✨--Last week, our Geriatric Dentistry Residents wrapped up an intensive, action-packed Bootcamp dedicated to elevating focused care for older adults. Our GDEN residents gained hands-on experience with CAD/CAM 3D dentures, radiology and endodontic techniques, and practical laser applications in dentistry. They were assessed through OSCEs across a variety of patient scenarios and clinical skills, while also exploring seminars on hypnosis, music therapy, home visits, social prescribing, and behavioral communication strategies for older adult populations.--To top it off, they visited Hollenbeck Home and the Union Rescue Mission (URM) and enjoyed a "Blue Zone" potluck lunch together!--A huge congratulations to our dedicated residents and faculty for making the week such a success! Fight On! ✌️--#USCDentistry #OstrowSchoolOfDentistry #GeriatricDentistry #FightOn ... See MoreSee Less
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Dr. Glenn Clark will be presenting a free CE Webinar - Tomorrow, Saturday, July 25, 2026 @ 9 am PDT/12 pm EDT. Click here to register to attend: f.mtr.cool/wjhdtdbpqb ... See MoreSee Less
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Dr. Glenn Clark will be presenting a free CE Webinar this Saturday, July 25, 2026 @ 9 am PDT/12 pm EDT. Click here to register to attend: f.mtr.cool/wjhdtdbpqb ... See MoreSee Less
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