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The OU College of Dentistry's Graduate Periodontics program provides a variety of clinical, didactic and research experiences. The clinical experiences available are broad and based upon a large number of patients requiring periodontal care, such as the replacement of missing teeth by placement of dental implants.

Specializing in periodontics provides you the knowledge and skills needed to diagnose and treat complex patient, bone, and soft tissue conditions. Graduates can pursue a career as a private clinical periodontist, an academician, or both.  

What makes this program special at the college?

We are a fully-accredited program by the Commission of Dental Accreditation (CODA) of the American Dental Association. We offer small student/faculty ratios ranging from 5/1 to 2/1, and numerous learning, research, and networking opportunities both on and off campus. All third-year students are eligible to sit for the Qualifying Exam of the American Board of Periodontology.  

Highlights

  • Third-year residents were presenters at the Southwest Society of Periodontists 2025 Winter Meeting  
  • 2025 graduate Dr. Prita Dhaimade was awarded the 2024 American Academy of Periodontology Foundation Educator Scholarship and the 2025 OUHSC Outstanding Senior Leadership Award 
  • Dr. Jaewon Kim national presenter at the 2024 American Academy of Periodontology Annual Meeting 

Class Size

2 students per year

Salary Range

$225,000-$250,000

Average time to complete the program

35 months

Curriculum

This program is 35 months and 81 credit hours to complete (see complete degree sheet below). The first year is roughly split 50/50 between didactic and clinical time, including basic science courses. The second and third years are solely focused on the field of periodontics, with time spent as follows: 70% clinical and 30% didactic and research.  

Course Catalog

Admission Requirements

  • DDS/DMD or equivalent degree 
  • Dental school Dean or Associate Dean’s letter of recommendation stating class rank and cumulative GPA 
  • GPA of below 3.0 not considered 
  • Three letters of recommendation 
  • Official National Board Results (INBDE or Part I and II) 
  • Curriculum Vitae and Personal Statement 
  • International applicants: minimum TOEFL score of 95 

Externship and Fellowship

Externship

For those not yet wishing to receive a master's, the Department of Periodontology offers an observational externship in periodontics for dental students and dentists who want to enhance their knowledge and skills in the field of Periodontology.

Fellowship

An intensive full-time Fellowship in Periodontics and Implant Dentistry is for dentists who want to enhance their knowledge and skills in the fields of Periodontics and Implant Dentistry. Opportunities for involvement in a research project leading to original publications also exist within this fellowship.

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Program Details

Location Offered

Oklahoma City

Degree Acquired

Master of Science (MS) in Periodontics AND Certificate of Specialty in Periodontics 

Application Window

 Roughly mid-May to mid-August, annually 

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I chose OUHSC OU Health Sciences Graduate Periodontics program for its exceptional commitment to comprehensive clinical training, evidence-based education, and supportive mentorship that fosters both academic excellence and personal growth. The program’s collaborative culture, dedication to compassionate patient care, and diverse clinical experiences create an outstanding environment to train as a periodontist.

Dr. Abhilasha Patil
Class of 2026

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