A huge congratulations are in order for our very own Dr. Kevin S. Berry who recently obtained a Master of Science in Orofacial Pain and Oral Medicine from the prestigious Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry USC. The 37-month program provided Dr. Berry with advanced training and knowledge of orofacial pain and oral medicine including sleep medicine. Dr. Berry plans to apply his new knowledge to current sleep apnea, TMJ, and headache treatments here at TMJ Therapy & Sleep Center of Colorado.
The Degree Curriculum
Over the course of 37 months, Dr. Berry completed 14 online courses where he gained additional knowledge about the diagnosis, pathobiology, and treatment of maxillofacial diseases and disorders. This involved attending a weekly video conference where students analyzed, diagnosed, and prepared treatment plans for TMJ disorders as well as neoplastic, dysplastic, infectious, neoplastic proliferative, and ulcerative oral and pharyngeal mucosal diseases.
He was also required to attend two-week courses at USC every summer for two weeks each year during the three-year period. These courses involved face-to-face assessment courses and clinical, written, and oral exams. Students also gained experience diagnosing and treating patients at the USC OFOPM center.
During the program, Dr. Berry was also required to prepare a portfolio of cases and present a research project report. Lastly, Dr. Berry also learned about working with patients with various neurogenic, salivary, odontogenic, and osseous infections, diseases, and tumors. These included oral spasticity, migraine, chronic daily headache, sleep apnea disorders, and neuropathic pain.
Visit TMJ Therapy & Sleep Center of Colorado Today!
Dr. Berry takes pride in providing his patients with the latest knowledge to accurately diagnose and treat TMJ and sleep conditions. With the completion of his Master’s in Orofacial Pain and Oral Medicine, he will apply his new knowledge to the treatments we offer at our Denver dental office.
If you suffer from TMJ symptoms, frequent headaches, and migraines, or think you might have sleep apnea, Dr. Berry can provide you with an effective treatment plan to enhance your quality of life. Please contact our Denver dentist at (303) 691-0267 to book a consultation today.
