2025 ABOP Written and Oral Examination Registration

The American Board of Orofacial Pain is recognized by National Commission on Recognition of Dental Specialties and Certifying Boards as the national certifying Board for the Orofacial Pain (OFP) specialty.

The ABOP Written and Oral Examinations are held in conjunction with the American Academy of Orofacial Pain's Annual Conference.  To earn Diplomate status an individual must first pass the Written Examination and then the Oral Examination.  The Oral Examination must be taken within 5 years of passing the Written Examination.

* All who have registered for the exam on or before January 31, 2021, remain eligible to challenge the exams, and are not governed by the new eligibility requirements.

Registration Begins: October 1, 2024

Written & Oral Application Deadline: January 31, 2025

Written Examination Date: April 20 - April 30, 2025

Examination Location: Prometric Centers Worldwide

Oral Examination Date: April 26, 2025

Examination Location: Online Virtual Platform

REGISTRATION OPENS OCTOBER 1, 2024:

Written Exam Registration Form

REGISTRATION OPENS OCTOBER 1, 2024:

Oral Exam Registration Form

If you have questions regarding application for the exam please contact ABOP Management at: abopmanagement@gmail.com or call 410 560 3620