OMS Internships

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Internship Program

The one-year, pre-residency program focuses on training new dental graduates in minor oral and maxillofacial surgery, including dentoalveolar surgery, pre-prosthetic surgery, dentoalveolar trauma, management of odontogenic infections, exposure to dental implants, and management of the medically compromised patient. In addition, the interns cover call with clinical responsibilities similar to the PGY-1 resident. The Department offers three Internships in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery annually. The Internship is a full-time position with a monthly stipend, and begins July 1st each year and ends June 30th.

Objectives

• Increased working knowledge of advanced surgical techniques.
• Enhanced working knowledge of and experience in, managing surgical complications.
• Develop a high level of surgical competence in managing compromised patients.
• Increase in exposure to interdisciplinary treatment planning associated with dental implants.
• Increased exposure to interdisciplinary treatment planning.

Application and Admission Information

Eligibility is limited to candidates who are U.S. Citizens and have earned a DDS or DMD degree from a U.S. Dental School accredited by the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation.

All applicants must be submit an application through the Post-doctoral Application Support Service (PASS). All items listed on the application checklist must be submitted. Only complete applications will be considered.

Selection Criteria

Admission to the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Internship Program is competitive, with initial screening of candidates based upon previous academic performance, letters of recommendation, and professional experience. Interns will be chosen based upon the factors described above, and the results of a personal interview with the program director and program faculty.