GADS

Intro to Biostatistics0.75-2.25 Credit Hours

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

0.75

Credits (max)

2.25

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The course will provide a summary of the main statistical concepts. Some of the topics will include data displays, summary statistics, probability distributions and expectation, statistical inference procedures for univariate and bivariate data, linear regression models, and analysis of variance.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

4.5

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The program includes the core basic science courses, designed to encompass the the various disciplines basic to advanced studies in the science and practice of dentistry. They are designed to expose students to modern concepts in the areas covered with the objective of updating and expanding upon their predoctoral knowledge. Practice Management Lectures and clinical experiences provide students with foundation knowledge regarding the policies and procedure governing practice. In the workshop portion of the course, participants will assess their beliefs and awareness around cross cultural communication and diversity and inclusiveness. Through lecture, group participation, skill practice, role-play, case studies, and coaching they learn to advance their skill levels and take communication to the next level. Participants will also be recorded at the opening and conclusion of the to assess skill development. This course is the didactic course for the MADS core curriculum.

Subject

GADS

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The course introduces methods to perform systematic reviews and meta- analysis of clinical trials.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

0.5

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

An introduction to Evidence-Based Dentistry (EBD) Steps and description of the EBD process, benefits and challenges for the dental profession. Review EBD publications and how commentaries can be useful for understanding study methodology. Discuss the overall architecture of The Cochrane Library, introduction to formulation of the research question (PICO). Interactive discussion for selecting possible search terms in preparation for the database searches Introduction to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) tools.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

This course will provide a summary of the main statistical concepts needed to to make decisions based on data. Some of the material that will be covered includes: data displays, summary statistics, probability distributions and expectation, statistical inference procedures for univariate and bivariate data, linear regression models, and analysis of variance. You will learn how to test a hypothesis, which includes phrasing a hypothesis, making a rationale choice of experimental design, choosing the statistics best suited to test the hypothesis, and assessing the results with standard errors, confidence intervals, and p-values. This course is part of the MADS core curriculum.

Subject

GADS

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The course will provide a review of principal anatomy comprising the stomatognathic system.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

0.25

Credits (max)

1.25

Credit unit

Credit Hour

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The Oral and Systematic Diseases course follows several distinct topics, including Genetics, congenital malformation/embrology, pharmacology, head and neck anatomy, among others. The treatment of patients with cleft lip/palate and other types of craniofacial anomalies in the United States has improved dramatically, many children still receive care that is substantially inferior to what can or should be provided. Inadequate care results from diagnostic errors, failure to recognize and treat the full spectrum of health problems associated with these anomalies, unnecessary and poorly timed treatment, and inappropriate or poorly performed procedures. This course will inform of these persistent problems. Embryology lecture is an overview of the field from its 19th Century with Hegel and "Ontogeny recapitulates Phylogeny" to the 21st century research on "Evo-Devo" and the HOX development genes and their relations to the contemporary understanding of embryological development including stem cells. Pathology is a course that will apply what students have already learned to the study of disease. It is an essential link between the basic and clinical sciences concerned with the mechanisms of disease (e.g., inflammation, neoplasia, annd immunopathology) and the disease processes that students will encounter during their careers in dentistry. While the emphasis will be on oral pathology, one must also be familiar with systemic diseases that may impact on the health of the patients. Pharmacology is both a basic science and a clinical science. It builds on the foundation of anatomy, biochemistry, physiology, and pathology and bridges the gap into clinical dentistry. This course in basic pharmacology will give the students a better understanding of drugs, interpreting complicated drug/medical histories, and understanding drug reactions This course is for the MADS core curriculum

Subject

GADS

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The main objective of this seminar-based course is to ensure that students develop the ability to understand biomedical, behavioral and dental sciences and apply such information in a problem-solving context for the comprehensive treatment planning and management of their patients. Principles of practice management will be weaved throughout all the clinical cases.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

0.5

Credits (max)

1.25

Credit unit

Credit Hour

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The course will provide information about bone biology and metabolism and how it interfaces with the host immune response.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2.75

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

This lecture course introduces students to the concepts and techniques of pediatric dentistry. It provides the basis for beginning clinical experiences with pediatric patients. This course provides the concepts and techniques necessary to provide comprehensive dental care to pediatric patients.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2.75

Credits (max)

3.75

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The course will provide information about basic pharmacology and give the students a better understanding of drugs, interpreting complicated drug/medical histories, and understanding drug reactions. University of Pennsylvania Catalog 1497

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

0.75

Credits (max)

2.25

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

This lecture-based course is designed to acquaint the student practitioner with the fundamentals of periodontal surgery necessary for the comprehensive practice of general dentistry. A major emphasis will be directed towards an understanding of the normal periodontium and a correlation of the events in the histopathology of inflammation, trauma and wound healing to afford the student a biological basis for dental practice.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2.5

Credits (max)

3.5

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The course includes information given by experts in the basic and/ or clinical sciences. The first seven lectures cover the basic biologic aspects of wound healing. These are followed by a series of five lectures discussing wound healing in a more clinical context covering the topics of fracture repair, osseointegration, orthodontics, endodontics and periodontics.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

0.5

Credits (max)

2

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The course will provide in depth discussion about radiographic interpretation and differential diagnosis of various pathological conditions which show similarities on x-rays.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

0.25

Credits (max)

1.25

Credit unit

Credit Hour

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The courses is to impart a general knowledge of fundamental concepts in principles of professionalism and ethical decision making with emphasis on care-based discussions.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

0.25

Credits (max)

1.5

Credit unit

Credit Hour

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

This conference based course will provide an understanding of the sequential management of multidisciplinary cases from a diagnostic and treatment basis. It will involve student presentations from each specialty followed by panel discussion.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

0.25

Credits (max)

1.5

Credit unit

Credit Hour

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

This conference based course will provide an understanding of the sequential management of multidisciplinary cases from a diagnostic and treatment basis. It will involve student presentations from each specialty followed by panel discussion.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

0.25

Credits (max)

1

Credit unit

Credit Hour

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

During the fall semester, the first module, operative and esthetic dentistry, reviews basic principles of cavity preparation and restorative materials and relates these principles to more advanced and complex applications. Several basic and advanced esthetic dentistry procedures are also presented. A second module, fixed prosthodontics, in addition to providing a review of the principles of this discipline, includes presentations on cad-cam and laser technology, advanced techniques for the construction of provisional restorations, use of attachments in all fixed and combination fixed and removable prosthesis, and occlusal and esthetic concepts.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

5

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Advanced oral surgery0.5 Credit Hours

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

0.5

Credits (max)

0.5

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The students deliver evidence based Keynote or PowerPoint presentations on a topic of their choice followed by discussion. 2026-27 Catalog | Generated 08/03/26

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The students deliver evidence based Keynote or PowerPoint presentations on a topic of their choice followed by discussion.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

6

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Review and discussion of current and classic literature topics

Subject

GADS

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Review and discussion of current and classic literature topics

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

5

Credits (max)

7

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Review and discussion of current and classic literature topics

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

5

Credits (max)

8

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Review and discussion of current and classic literature topics

Subject

GADS

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Pediatric dentistry comprehensive exam

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

0.25

Credits (max)

0.25

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the first opportunity for a six-week rotation in the Endodontic clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the second opportunity for a six-week rotation in the Endodontic clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the first opportunity for a three-week rotation in the Endodontic clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the second opportunity for a three-week rotation in the Endodontic clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the first opportunity for a two-week rotation in the Endodontic clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the second opportunity for a two-week rotation in the Endodontic clinic. 2026-27 Catalog | Generated 08/03/26

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the third opportunity for a two-week rotation in the Endodontic clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The course will provide information about the link between the basic and clinical sciences concerned with the mechanisms of disease (e.g., inflammation, neoplasia, and immunopathology). While the emphasis will be on oral pathology, systemic diseases and their impact on overall health will also be discussed.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1.25

Credits (max)

1.75

Credit unit

Credit Hour

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The course combines an introduction to the general principles of anatomy, histology, and physiology of the human cardiovascular, pulmonary and renal systems, with an extensive study of the pathology and therapeutics of these systems, with an explicit emphasis on their relationship to dental practice.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

6

Credits (max)

9

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The purpose of this course is to provide foundational and applied knowledge of common oral medicine-related conditions as well as an understanding of medical conditions which directly affect the oral and maxillofacial structures.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

0.5

Credits (max)

2

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

This conference provides residents with didactic training in the fundamentals of oral medicine.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1.75

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The conference provides information about the fundamentals of oral medicine.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

2.5

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The course will allow academic discussion of disease, disease processes, and therapeutic management of a wide range of topics related to oral medicine.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The course will allow academic discussion of disease, disease processes, and therapeutic management of a wide range of topics related to oral medicine.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1.5

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The Diagnostic Oral pathology and Radiology course is designed to give the dental student an understanding of the diagnosis of diseases pertaining to head and neck as well as interpreting histologic and radiographic investigations.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2.5

Credits (max)

5

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The course will provide in depth discussion about the link between the basic and clinical sciences concerned with the mechanisms of disease (e.g., inflammation, genetic disease, neoplasia, and immunopathology). The emphasis will be on oral soft and hard tissue pathology, including oral manifestations of systemic diseases that may impact overall health of the patients.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

3.5

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the first opportunity for a six-week rotation in the Ora Medicine clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the second opportunity for a six-week rotation in the Oral Medicine clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the first opportunity for a three-week rotation in the Oral Medicine clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the second opportunity for a three-week rotation in the Oral Medicine clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the first opportunity for a two-week rotation in the Oral Medicine clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the second opportunity for a two-week rotation in the Oral Medicine clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the third opportunity for a two-week rotation in the Oral Medicine clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Oral Surgery conference0.25 Credit Hours

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

0.25

Credits (max)

0.25

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The course provides information about the growth and development, concentrating on child somatic, craniofacial, and dental growth and development. The students will build a solid foundation along the lines of diagnosing problems and understanding the etiology of malocclusion and space maintenance.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

This course is designed to expose the student to basic orthodontic laboratory and clinical procedures and encourages the development of technical abilities in banding, bonding, wire bending, and removable appliance fabrication. University of Pennsylvania Catalog 1499

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

0.5

Credits (max)

0.5

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

pending l GADS 5512 Orthodontics II The course will provide the student with experience in early orthodontic treatment, exposing him/her to malocclusions arising in a normally developing craniofacial complex. Management of these problems aims at providing an unimpeded eruption and alignment of the permanent dentition. Other topics include biological and mechanical principles of tooth movement as well as corrective orthodontics.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

0.75

Credits (max)

0.75

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The course will provide the student with experience in early orthodontic treatment, exposing him/her to malocclusions arising in a normally developing craniofacial complex. Management of these problems aims at providing an unimpeded eruption and alignment of the permanent dentition. Other topics include biological and mechanical principles of tooth movement as well as corrective orthodontics.0.5-1.5 Credit Hour

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

0.5

Credits (max)

1.5

Credit unit

Credit Hour

Type

course

Edition

2025-2026

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The students attend the case presentation seminars.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

5

Credits (max)

7

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The students attend the case presentation seminars.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

0.25

Credits (max)

1.25

Credit unit

Credit Hour

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

pending

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

5

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

pending

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

0.75

Credits (max)

0.75

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

pending

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

pending

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

0.5

Credits (max)

0.5

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

pending

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The students attend the orthognathic surgery seminars and TMJ lecture series.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

0.25

Credits (max)

1

Credit unit

Credit Hour

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The course will provide the students various topics in Orthodontics described above.

Subject

GADS

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

pending

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

0.25

Credits (max)

1.5

Credit unit

Credit Hour

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The students attend the orthognathic surgery seminars and TMJ lecture series.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

0.25

Credits (max)

1.5

Credit unit

Credit Hour

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

pending 2026-27 Catalog | Generated 08/03/26

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

0.75

Credits (max)

0.75

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the first opportunity for a six-week rotation in the Orthodontics clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the second opportunity for a six-week rotation in the Orthodontics clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the first opportunity for a three-week rotation in the Orthodontics clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the second opportunity for a three-week rotation in the Orthodontics clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the first opportunity for a two-week rotation in the Orthodontics clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the second opportunity for a two-week rotation in the Orthodontics clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the third opportunity for a two-week rotation in the Orthodontics clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The course will provide the student with experience in early Orthodontic treatment, exposing them to malocclusions arising in a normally developing craniofacial complex. Other topics include biological and mechanical principles of tooth movement as well as interceptive and comprehensive corrective Orthodontics.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

2.5

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The course will provide the students various topics in Orthodontics described above.

Subject

GADS

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Pathology is a course that will apply what students have already learned to the study of disease. It is an essential link between the basic and clinical sciences concerned with the mechanisms of disease (e.g., inflammation, neoplasia, and immunopathology) and the disease processes that students will encounter during their careers in dentistry. While the emphasis will be on oral pathology, one must also be familiar with systemic diseases that may impact on the health of the patients.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

pending

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

0.25

Credits (max)

0.25

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The program includes the core basic science courses, designed to encompass the various disciplines basic to advanced studies in the science and practice of dentistry. They are designed to expose students to modern concepts in the areas covered with the objective of updating and expanding upon their predoctoral knowledge of oral biology. The courses are designed to meet the requirements of the different specialty organizations. All programs are presented on an academic term basis.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

0.5

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

This course is designed to provide didactic and clinical instruction in nitrous oxide/oxygen analgesia in accordance with American Dental Association Guidelines. Upon completion of this course, the participant will be eligible for an Anesthesia Restricted Permit II from the Pennsylvania State Board of Dentistry. Participants will have the opportunity to administer (to each other and patients) and undergo nitrous oxide sedation under close supervision. The course is geared to general dentists and dental specialists.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Credit unit

Credit Hour

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

A comprehensive course to provide an overview of main topics in Pediatric Dentistry including diagnosis, rationale for treatment and description of basic treatment techniques.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1.5

Credits (max)

4.5

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

A comprehensive course to provide an overview of main topics in Pediatric Dentistry including diagnosis, rationale for treatment and description of basic treatment techniques.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The course is a more in depth/advanced presentations in several areas of Pediatric Dentistry through case presentations by medical and dental professionals.

Subject

GADS

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The course is a continuation of the Introduction to Pediatric Dentistry course and includes a more in depth/advanced presentations in several areas of Pediatric Dentistry through case presentations by medical and dental professionals.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

7

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the first opportunity for a six-week rotation in the Pediatric Dentistry clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the second opportunity for a six-week rotation in the Pediatric Dentistry clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the first opportunity for a three-week rotation in the Pediatric Dentistry clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the second opportunity for a three-week rotation in the Pediatric Dentistry clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the first opportunity for a two-week rotation in the Pediatric Dentistry clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the second opportunity for a two-week rotation in the Pediatric Dentistry clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the third opportunity for a two-week rotation in the Pediatric Dentistry clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

This course will provide information about the persistent problems associated with cleft lip/palate and other types of craniofacial anomalies throughout lifetime of patients and include a thorough discussion of past and current concepts.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

0.25

Credits (max)

1.5

Credit unit

Credit Hour

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The course provides students with an understanding of how to evaluate a patient presenting with dental trauma, the review of biological sequelae, and formulate a treatment plan and prognosis. University of Pennsylvania Catalog 1501

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

0.25

Credits (max)

1.5

Credit unit

Credit Hour

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Begin to develop a didactic basis for the development of a clinical competency in providing patient care to dentate, as well as partially and totally edentulous patients. Utilizing operative dentistry, fixed prosthodontics, removable prosthodontics and dental implants as restorative modalities will be emphasized.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Students gain a fundamental knowledge of periodontal diseases and treatments through review of classic periodontal literature

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The course will provide information about the current basic biological concepts applied to the healthy and diseased periodontium, the etiology, pathogenesis, and epidemiology of periodontal diseases. Different forms of periodontal diseases, non-surgical and surgical therapeutic modalities, multidisciplinary treatment approaches, and information on the prognosis of periodontal therapy will be discussed.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

7

Credits (max)

11

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Critical review and discussion of current concepts of surgical techniques and treatment in periodontology through case presentation.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1.25

Credits (max)

1.25

Credit unit

Credit Hour

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

This course aims to review and critically analyze classic and current periodontal literature, to acquire thorough knowledge of periodontal disease onset, progression, and treatment modalities, and to prepare those who are eligible for certification by the American Board of Periodontology.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

9

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Critical review and discussion of current concepts of surgical techniques and treatment in Periodontal Prosthesis through case presentation.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2.25

Credits (max)

2.25

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Critical review and discussion of current concepts of surgical techniques and treatment in periodontology through case presentation.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

5

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

A comprehensive course to provide an overview of periodontal anatomy, diagnosis and classification, rationale and basic techniques for periodontal therapy. Special emphasis is given to the correlation between histologic and clinical characteristics.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Critical review and discussion of current concepts of surgical techniques and treatment in Periodontal Prosthesis through case presentation.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2.25

Credits (max)

5

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the first opportunity for a six-week rotation in the Periodontics clinic. 2026-27 Catalog | Generated 08/03/26

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the second opportunity for a six-week rotation in the Periodontics clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the first opportunity for a three-week rotation in the Periodontics clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the second opportunity for a three-week rotation in the Periodontics clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the first opportunity for a two-week rotation in the Periodontics clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the second opportunity for a two-week rotation in the Periodontics clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the third opportunity for a two-week rotation in the Periodontics clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

A comprehensive course to provide an overview of periodontal anatomy, diagnosis and classification, rationale and basic techniques for periodontal therapy. Special emphasis is given to the correlation between histologic and clinical characteristics.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

5

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The art and science of Fixed Prosthodontics is discussed with emphasis on the fundamental biomechanical principles, materials and techniques required to rehabilitate oral function and form with single and multiple unit fixed prostheses at the level of a specialist. Conventional and digital workflow for clinical and laboratory fixed prosthodontic procedures, concepts of occlusion, articulators, esthetics as well as implant- supported fixed prosthesis are also included.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The seminar includes the review, critical evaluation and discussion of prosthodontic classic and current literature with an intent to help participants develop and comprehend an evidence-based approach to oral health care and patient management with a focus on prosthodontic procedures. 2026-27 Catalog | Generated 08/03/26

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

5

Credits (max)

7

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The fundamentals of removable prosthodontics (complete denture and partial removable dental prosthesis) and the concepts of occlusion, articulators as well as implant retained and supported removable prosthesis laboratory steps are discussed.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

5

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The course involves clinical case presentations and aims to develop skills in diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment planning and maintenance and treatment outcomes assessment of patients with complex prosthodontic needs.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

5

Credits (max)

7

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The seminar includes the review, critical evaluation and discussion of prosthodontic classic and current literature with an intent to help participants develop and comprehend an evidence-based approach to oral health care and patient management with a focus on prosthodontic procedures.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

5

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

n The Diagnostic Oral pathology and Radiology course is designed to give the dental student an understanding of the diagnosis of diseases pertaining to head and neck as well as interpreting histologic and radiographic investigations.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

0.5

Credits (max)

0.5

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The course involves clinical case presentations and aims to develop skills in diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment planning and maintenance and treatment outcomes assessment of patients with complex prosthodontic needs.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

5

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the first opportunity for a six-week rotation in the Prosthodontics clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

A monthly seminar series discussing current literature in the full scope of prosthodontics and relevant sciences.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

5

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2026 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation. The program is online. Following the online portion of their program, students will participate in an on-campus clinical rotation. In the clinical rotations, students work with specialty program residents to review cases, develop diagnosis and treatment planning, observe various clinical settings, and other appropriate clinically related activities. They will not treat patients. Ther will be one six-week observation period for each student with up to 8 hour days. They are enrolled students that will not have any patient contact. The clinical rotations will be conducted as an observer. Clinical Scholar Certificate Option: MADS students can now choose to spend an additional six weeks on campus to earn a Clinical Scholar Certificate. This certificate is awarded from the School of Dental Medicine and will not appear on academic records. The on-campus clinical rotations will be approximately 20% of the overall program. Students will have between 32 - 40 hours week for the on- campus clinical rotation. They will have 200 contact hours in clinic related activities. This portion of the program is 2.08cu (equivalent to Participants in the Master of Advanced Dental Studies program are considered full-time enrolled students earning a graduate degree. They are not interns/residents at the hospitals engaging in clinical work and receiving payment for their services. They are full-time students engaged in lectures and seminars throughout the yearlong program. Students are required to complete six weeks of clinical rotations. They are not paid for this experience and we do not count the students as employees.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

6.25

Credits (max)

6.25

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the second opportunity for a six-week rotation in the Prosthodontics clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

pending

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

0.5

Credits (max)

0.5

Credit unit

Credit Hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the first opportunity for a two-week rotation in the Prosthodontics clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the second opportunity for a two-week rotation in the Prosthodontics clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the third opportunity for a two-week rotation in the Prosthodontics clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the first opportunity for a three-week rotation in the Prosthodontics clinic.

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu

Clinical rotations in specific specialty clinics will provide clinical experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care through observation. This is the second opportunity for a three-week rotation in the Prosthodontics clinic. Dental - Graduate Core Curriculum (DADE)

Subject

GADS

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.upenn.edu