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Oral and Diagnostic ServicesOral and Diagnostic Services

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  • About us
    • Pathology
    • Radiology
    • Orofacial Pain
    • Oral Medicine
    • Faculty
    • Staff
    • Courses
      • Dental radiology
  • Biopsy service and orders
    • Biopsy kit order
    • Autoclave spore strip testing
    • VCU Biopsy Requisition Form
    • Notice to Patient
    • Instructions to Doctor's office
  • Resources
  • Contact us
    • Parking and directions

UNPARALLELED specialists in Oral Diagnostic Sciences

Oral Diagnostic Sciences at VCU School of Dentistry promotes the highest
standards in education, research, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases.

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Mission statement

The mission of VCU Oral Diagnostic Sciences is to teach, conduct research, diagnose, manage, and provide care of diseases affecting the oral and maxillofacial regions. We do this through the following ADA–recognized specialties: Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Orofacial Pain, and Oral Medicine.

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Our specialties 

  

Oral Pathology
Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology

Our specialists in Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology provide didactic education and clinical consultations on the nature, identification, and management of diseases affecting the oral and maxillofacial regions.

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Oral Maxillofacial Radiology

Our specialists in Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology and staff of imaging technologists offer a unique blend of education, advanced imaging technology and excellence in patient care - guided by VCU School of Dentistry’s mission. 

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Orofacial Pain

Our orofacial pain specialists provide evidence-based education to our learners regarding temporomandibular muscle and joint disorders, neuropathic and neurovascular pain, headaches, and sleep disorders. 

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Oral Medicine

Our Oral Medicine specialist provides excellent care for patients with medically-related oral diseases in an educational setting that introduces learners to the field of oral medicine.

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Department chair

Duane R. Schafer, D.D.S., MS
Phone: (804) 828-1778
Email: drschafer@vcu.edu  

 
VCU Oral Biopsy Service

Our Oral Pathologists offer histopathologic examination of tissue specimens from private practices through the VCU Oral Biopsy Service.

World-renowned specialists in Oral Diagnostic Sciences

Our world-class faculty are committed to providing education, research, and patient care in the areas of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Orofacial Pain, and Oral Medicine. Our faculty also serve as consults to outside practitioners to aid in the diagnosis and management of difficult cases.

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School of Dentistry
520 N. 12th St., 4th floor
Box 980566
Richmond, VA 23298-0566
(804) 828-9190 (patient information)
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School of Dentistry
520 N. 12th St., 4th floor
Box 980566
Richmond, VA 23298-0566
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  • Dental Public Health and Policy
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  • Endodontics and Oral Diagnostic Sciences
  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Orthodontics
  • Pediatric Dentistry
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  • Prosthodontics 
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Why Give?

"As a scholarship recipient, I feel honored to be recognized for my hard work and dedication. Not only does this scholarship help me financially, but it motivates me to continually push myself toward achieving my goals.”

Anastasia Bogachov (Class of 2024)
Recipient of the Denise T. Nguyen, D.D.S. Endowed Scholarship

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