Doctor of Philosophy with a major in Oral Biology & Maxillofacial Pathology

The Oral Biology and Maxillofacial Pathology program focus on biological processes that contribute to the normal development of the orofacial complex and diseases in this area. Based in the Dental College of Georgia, this interdisciplinary program encompasses various biomedical science specialities, including Anatomy, Molecular and Cellular Biology, Microbiology, Immunology, Pharmacology, and Pathology.

Faculty members are active in several national and international organizations, including the International Association for Dental Research, the American Association for Dental Research, the American Dental Education Association, the American Heart Association, the American Academy of Implant Dentistry Research Foundation, the American Academy of Oral Medicine, and the International Academy of Oral Oncology, as well as the National Institutes of Health, where they serve on committees and review groups. Several faculty members also serve on the editorial boards or as reviewers for major scientific journals. These associations demonstrate the excellence, integrity, and leadership of our faculty. These attributes are also expected and demonstrated by our students, evident by a high success rate in securing presentations at national meetings and winning national awards related to their research.

Faculty engage students and inspire them to make new scientific discoveries to improve clinical care while emphasizing the need for life-long learning.

The Board of Regents defines Augusta University as Georgia’s health/sciences/medical college. And we are that. Proudly. We are also a dynamic, comprehensive research university offering more than 150 areas of study across ten colleges through undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.

With locations throughout Augusta and at satellite campuses in Athens, Albany, Rome, and Savannah, the university’s ten colleges and schools have a truly statewide impact in Georgia.

Augusta University is for those who want to succeed. It is for people who want to make a difference, who want an experience that gives them the tools to win in life. They put opportunity first, crave interaction and leadership, and want to go their own way. They’re the type of people who want to help others interested in emerging technologies and ancient philosophies and want to be challenged.

As an undergraduate, you can focus on what inspires you. We help students find their path and align their goals by preparing them for success. From day one, students are supported through enriched learning inside and outside of the classroom. The well-rounded education you’ll receive will prepare you for a boundless opportunity.

We offer over 80 graduate programs across 10 schools and colleges. Designed to prepare the next generation of leaders, our programs foster discovery, excellence, interdisciplinary study, innovation, communication, and collaboration. Wherever you are on your academic journey, our community is waiting for you to make your mark.

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