Tufts University School of Dental Medicine Office of Continuing Education is dedicated to providing modern, patient-centered, and clinical-based education for the lifelong learning needs of dental professionals.

The only constant in the world of dentistry is that it is constantly evolving—new techniques, technologies, and discoveries are made every year that can benefit patients and improve oral health. The courses we offer keep pace with the fast-changing field so that every CE participant who passes through our programs can stay current with the latest best practices. See what new classes are available that will help you elevate your practice or career.

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Mission Statement and Goals

Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Office of Continuing Education, provides evidence-based, patient-centered continuing education that supports the lifelong learning and professional development of dental professionals. Through high-quality, multidisciplinary education, we advance knowledge, skills, and practice to improve oral health care for diverse communities locally and globally.

  • Promote lifelong learning and professional development through high-quality continuing dental education.
  • Provide evidence-based education responsive to evolving professional needs, patient needs, and advances in oral health care.
  • Enhance participants’ knowledge, skills, competence, and professional performance to support safe, effective patient care.
  • Use learner and professional input to periodically evaluate and improve the continuing education program.

Programs in Progress

Doctors Chao Lu, Greg Essick, and Noshir Mehta pictured above a group picture of themselves with students holding certificates

Accredited Dental Sleep Medicine Mini-Residency (2026-2027)

Live-streamed online and on campus | Sep 2026 - Mar 2027 | Dr. Chao Lu, Dr. Greg Essick, Dr. Noshir Mehta

Doctors Donavon Khosrow K. Aroni and Noshir Mehta pictured above a group picture of themselves with students holding certificates

Advanced Clinical and Didactic TMD & Orofacial Pain Mini-Residency 2026 - 2027

Oct 2026 - Apr 2027 | Dr. Donavon Khosrow K. Aroni, Dr. Noshir Mehta

Continuing Education Statistics

3,518
Participants
28,381
Total CE credits
15
International courses provided outside of U.S.
70
Courses provided in U.S.

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Accredited by the American Dental Association (ADA)

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The logo of the American Dental Association Continuing Education Recognition Program

TUSDM is an ADA Continuing Education Recognition Program (CERP) Recognized Provider. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry. Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to ADA CERP. More information about the American Dental Association can be found at www.ada.org.