Written and Oral Examination

To achieve these goals, the ABOP administers both a written and oral examination annually. Candidates who successfully pass this two-part examination will earn the designation of Diplomate of the American Board of Orofacial Pain with all the rights and privileges that come with that honor.

Part 1 of the certification examination is a written multiple-choice test consisting of two hundred (200) questions, administered over a four (4) hour period.

Part 2 of the examination process is an oral examination designed to determine how well a candidate’s didactic knowledge is integrated into patient care. Passing both Parts 1 and 2 is required to attain Diplomate status. Diplomate status is not conferred upon any individual who does not successfully pass both examinations.

All ABOP Diplomates are subject to recertification based on guidelines established by the ABOP. In addition to annual renewal fees, a recertification fee may be assessed every 5 years at which time Diplomates must present documentation of 100 hours of continuing education activity specific to the field of Orofacial Pain. These credits must be accumulated during the previous 5 years. (The fees quoted in this bulletin are subject to change.)

 

Eligibility Requirements:

1. Candidates must be a dentist.
2. Candidates must be currently enrolled in the second year of a two-year CODA accredited program, or have successfully completed such a program.
3. Candidates must have first passed the written examination in order to challenge the oral examination.

Examination Fees:

• The written examination fee is $1300.
• The oral examination fee is $1300.
• The fees quoted in this bulletin are current and subject to change.
• The fee for both the written and oral examination must be paid by check or money order in U.S. dollars payable to the American Board of Orofacial Pain, or via Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover Card. Payment can also be made via the Online Application.