Certification: American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology Diplomate

Certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology requires successful completion of both parts of the certifying examination within the period of eligibility.
Part 1: Basic Science Examination
Part 2: Radiographic Interpretation and Pathophysiology

Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology is the specialty of Dentistry and discipline of Radiology concerned with the production and interpretation of images and data produced by all modalities of radiant energy that are used for the diagnosis and management of diseases, disorders, and conditions of the oral and maxillofacial region.
More information about this certification

More than two years of education or training after high school required?
Yes
More than two years of work experience required?
No
Oral or Written Exam Required?
Yes
Renewal Required?
Every 3 Year(s)
Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)?
Yes
Renew through Re-Examination?
No
Renew through Continuing Professional Development(CPD)?
No
Does applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)?
No

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Advanced

The certification has an education level of an Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree or higher and has a work experience requirement of more than 2 years, or requires obtaining a ‘core’ level certification from the same organization.

  • This certification is related to military occupational specialties.