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Endodontics
240 Squire Hall
Buffalo, New York 14214-3008
(716) 829-3847
Eugene A. Pantera, Jr., DDS, MS, Program Director
- Director, Division of Endodontics
This advanced education program educates dentists for the specialized practice of endodontics. Residents receive intensive clinical training under close supervision of endodontists in the multidisciplinary Postgraduate Clinic in the School of Dental Medicine. Didactic courses cover biological sciences and a wide range of clinical topics related to endodontics. Integrated into the program are experiences in teaching and research. A thesis based on original research in clinical endodontics or related basic science is required. The program length is 24 months of full-time attendance beginning August 1st, the first year. Successful completion of the program leads to a Certificate of Proficiency in Endodontics and fulfills the educational requirements of the American Board of Endodontics. Students may combine endodontic training with study for a graduate degree such as an M.S. in Oral Sciences or a Ph.D. in Oral Biology. The combined programs entail a longer period of matriculation depending on the chosen graduate program.
The Advanced Program in Endodontics accepts 2 US or Canadian citizens and 1 International applicant to the program each year. The International applicant is required to be supported through scholarship by his/her government. Successful applicants are generally from the top 10% of their class though not exclusively. The selection committee reviews all aspects of an application before making any final decisions. National Board scores, Part I and/or II, are required. Standardized tests provide the ability for comparative review of applicants.
The Application deadline is August 15 (ex. August 15, 2009 for Fall 2010 admission).
Application requirements:
1. On-line Application
- Please Note: Non-immigrants must complete the International On-line Application; check the box for "International Applicant" after selecting degree program on the Interactive Graduate Application Site (GRADMIT)
2. $50.00 non-refundable application fee
3. CV / Resume
4. Two letters of recommendation and a Dean's letter (if graduated from a US or Canadian dental school), otherwise three letters of recommendation.
5. Official transcripts from EVERY college/university attended
6. Official scores from the National Board Dental Examination (US) Part I and/or Part II.
ATTENTION RE-APPLICANTS: Please complete an on-line application, send the $50.00 application fee and any updated information. All other documents remain on file.
International Applicants (in addition to the requirements listed above):
7. Official TOEFL Score Report at or above minimum of 550 (written) / 213 (computer based) / 79 (internet based) or better obtained within eighteen months of the application deadline.
Official TOEFL Score Reports must be submitted by using the institution and department codes below:
Institution Code: 2925 SUNY U at Buffalo
Department Code: 38 Dentistry
8. UB Financial Form
9. Official financial documents verifying scholarship support from your goverment
10. Photoopy of passport biographical page
11. Photocopy of your current I-20 AND the F-1 visa stamp in your passport if you are currently an F-1 student
12. Official college/university transcripts (original language and official English translation)
13. Certified true copy of University diploma
ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SHOULD BE SENT TO:
Ms. Kristin Yager
Advanced Education Admissions
Endodontics Program
School of Dental Medicine
University at Buffalo
315 Squire Hall
Buffalo, NY 14214-8006
* All documents become property of the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine and are not returnable to the applicant.
If you have questions regarding the application process please contact:
Ms. Kristin Yager, Advanced Education Admissions Coordinator, Telephone: (716) 829-2839, E-mail kmyager2@buffalo.edu
The postgraduate student is required to purchase a microscope, laptop computer, electronic heat obturator, injectible gutta-percha instrument, and other chairside instruments. Complete information will be given at time of interview or upon request.
Faculty
ASSOCIATE PROFESSORS
Ming S. Levine, D.D.S., M.S., MSc.
Meg M. Vickerman, D.D.S., Ph.D.
CLINICAL ASSOCIATE PROFESSORS
Satish M. Bhambhani, B.D.S., M.D.S., D.D.S.
Hesham M. El Tagouri, D.M.D., M.D.S.
Carole T. Pantera, D.D.S., M.S
Eugene A. Pantera, Jr., D.D.S., M.S.
CLINICAL ASSISTANT PROFESSORS
Hatim A. Hamad, D.D.S., M.S
Richard Rubin, D.D.S., M.S.
Sandra Shostad, D.M.D., M.S
Neil J. Small, D.D.S.
Steven M. Stern, D.M.D.
Michael Vatral, D.D.S., M.S
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