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American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - ABOMS

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American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - ABOMS

The only ADA recognized certifying board for the specialty of oral and maxillofacial surgery in the United States.

The American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS) is the certifying board for the specialty of oral and maxillofacial surgery in the United States and is recognized and approved by the Council on Dental Education of the American Dental Association. Overseen by an eight-member Board of Directors, the mission of ABOMS is to ensure that Diplomates meet our standards of training, education,

and professionalism through our certification process. As the certifying body in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, the ABOMS provides contemporary and innovative programs that promote optimal care and service to the public. Our certification process assures the public that certified oral and maxillofacial surgeons have successfully completed a rigorous peer evaluation process by requiring surgeons to present and maintain appropriate professional credentials, and demonstrate the requisite training, experience and knowledge.

06/04/2026

We are celebrating 80 years of ABOMS!

Founded in 1946, the organization, originally named the American Board of Oral Surgery, was established with the mission of conducting examinations for the certification of specialists in oral surgery.

Eighty years later, ABOMS remains dedicated to that mission while continuing to advance the specialty of oral and maxillofacial surgery and champion the importance of Board Certification to the public.

Today, we are honored to serve surgeons at every stage of their professional journey, including:

🔹403 Candidates
🔹6,255 Active Diplomates
🔹45 Certificants of the Head and Neck Oncologic and Reconstructive Surgery CAQ
🔹43 Certificants of the Pediatric Craniomaxillofacial Surgery (Cleft and Craniofacial) CAQ
🔹3,207 Retired Diplomates

As we celebrate this milestone, we reflect on eight decades of service to the specialty and express our gratitude to the thousands of surgeons whose commitment to excellence has helped shape the organization.

05/26/2026

ABOMS Diplomate Dr. Timothy Nguyen serves aboard the USS Gerald R. Ford, the world’s largest and most advanced aircraft carrier. Supporting more than 4,500 sailors, he provides full-scope OMS care including facial trauma management, dentoalveolar surgery, implants, and anesthesia support for emergent medical situations at sea.

Dr. Nguyen served on the Ford during its record-setting deployment supporting Operation Southern Spear and Operation Epic Fury. As part of the ship’s multidisciplinary team, he helped maintain the readiness and resilience of warfighters serving at the front line of modern naval operations.

Dr. Nguyen’s work reflects the critical role OMS specialists play in military medicine and operational readiness around the globe. We are proud to spotlight his incredible service and leadership! Know another Diplomate we should feature? Email [email protected] to nominate them.

05/20/2026

ABOMS Diplomate Dr. Mitchell Steinberg makes a meaningful impact on patients by providing life-changing care. He has advanced knowledge in zygomatic dental implant restorations, implantology, and cancer reconstructive surgery, combining exceptional clinical skills with a personalized approach. Passionate about education and collaboration, Dr. Steinberg partners with community dentists to deliver excellent patient care.

Know an outstanding Diplomate we should feature? Email [email protected] to nominate them!

Stony Brook Oral and Facial Surgery

05/13/2026

ABOMS Diplomate, Dr. Michael Proothi is passionate about his craft and the impact he makes on patients and the community he serves. Known for his compassionate approach, Dr. Proothi combines clinical expertise with genuine empathy and attentiveness to provide exceptional patient care. Beyond his clinical work, he is deeply committed to teaching and mentoring residents, helping shape the next generation of oral and maxillofacial surgeons. Outside of work, you can often find him enjoying time on the tennis court.

Know an outstanding Diplomate we should feature? Email [email protected] to nominate them!
Stony Brook Oral and Facial Surgery

05/08/2026

Congratulations to the newly appointed Examination Committee and leadership team!

Their surgical expertise and commitment to ABOMS will help advance the mission of board certification while supporting continued growth and excellence within the specialty.

05/04/2026

ABOMS Diplomate Dr. Jason Portnof finds oral and maxillofacial surgery both challenging and deeply rewarding. He manages a wide range of cases out of his practice Surgical Arts of Boca Raton. From extractions and implants to complex surgical procedures, precision and patient care are always top priorities for him and his team.

Dr. Portnof shares, “I believe it’s important to give back to our profession by staying engaged and involved with organized medicine and dentistry. And although it’s often overlooked, we must not forget to find balance between our personal and professional lives.”

Know an outstanding Diplomate we should feature? Email [email protected] to nominate them!

04/28/2026

Caring for patients with cancer requires not only surgical excellence, but also a deep appreciation for the patient experience and a commitment to improving quality of life.

Dr. Dhafer Alsuwied, ABOMS Diplomate and CAQ Certificant, reflects on the profound sense of gratitude that surgeons feel when the impact of their work is both seen and felt by the patients they serve.

04/24/2026

ABOMS President, Dr. Deepak Kademani, specializes in and shares key insights into the disease including risk factors and ways to protect yourself. Awareness and education around head and neck cancer can save lives.

04/22/2026

Cancer screenings play a critical role in saving lives. Dr. Robert Julian, an ABOMS Diplomate and CAQ certificant, has treated many patients diagnosed at advanced stage, cases where earlier detection could have led to significantly better outcomes.

In recognition of Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month, ABOMS encourages the public to prioritize regular screenings as an important step in early detection and prevention.

04/17/2026

Treating patients with head and neck cancer requires both precise surgical skills to remove disease and careful attention to reconstructive surgery, which is something CAQ certificants like Dr. Neel Patel know well.

This specialty gives surgeons the opportunity to help patients regain both function and quality of life.

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8770 W Bryn Mawr Avenue, Suite 1370
Chicago, IL
60631

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Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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http://www.aboms.org/

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