OverviewThis twelve-month ADA-accredited fellowship includes clinical, didactic, research, and service components. It will train an orthodontist in the diagnosis of growth and development, interdisciplinary treatment planning, and clinical execution of orthodontic and dentofacial orthopedic services to a large clinical volume of patients who have congenital and acquired craniofacial abnormalities Craniofacial Fellowship DescriptionThe focus of this subspecialty of orthodontics includes:Cleft lip and palateSyndromic craniosynostosis and other craniofacial anomaliesDentofacial deformitiesCraniofacial surgeryOrthognathic surgeryDistraction osteogenesisNasoalveolar moldingSpecial care orthodonticsThe fellow will take an active role on a cleft and craniofacial conference at the C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital, where it will have the opportunity to work with different specialists:NursingSocial workNeuropsychologyENTAudiologySpeech TherapyOral Maxillofacial SurgeryPediatric Plastic SurgeryThe fellow is encouraged to participate in craniofacial and cleft conferences, review treatment plans and progress notes. All complex treatments are discussed with the attending on a case-by-case basis. New patient exams are done on a regular basis, and fellows work up cases (clinical exam, study models analysis, CBCT evaluations) and develop treatment plans with the faculty. The fellow, along with the plastic surgery fellow, will perform all surgical treatment plans, cephalometric prediction tracings. They are also welcome to participate in the OR activities/surgical procedures.Clinically, the fellowship will provide you with experience in the following areas:Newborn assessment for the need of early interventionPresurgical orthopedics (nasoalveolar molding) for infants born with cleft lip and palateGrowth and orthodontic management from the primary through adult dentition and attainment of skeletal maturitySurgical and orthodontic treatment planning, pre- and post-surgical orthodontic management, surgical splint design and construction, and insertion of surgical fixation splints in the operating room RequirementsDDS or DMD degree or equivalentCompletion of an accredited Orthodontics certificate of (at least) 2-year programProficiency in the English language (submission of TOEFL score for international applicants) Costs/TuitionA stipend is available.The fellows are responsible for their own living, housing, health insurance, and visa expenses related to the program. Program Director Katherine A Kelly Adjunct Clinical Professor of Dentistry [email protected] 734-647-4311 Contact Cassandra White Administrative Assistant Senior [email protected] How to ApplyThe 2026-2027 Craniofacial Fellowship application must be completed by September 1st, 2025. Please provide the following document:Personal statement including career goalsCurriculum vitaeThree letters of recommendation from Dental School and/or Orthodontic faculty, including Chair of OrthodonticsOfficial Transcripts from a recognized dental school in the original language accompanied by a certified English translation, and Certification of an Orthodontic Program (minimum 2 years) is required.FOR INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTSIn additional to the above documents, please submit the following:Official transcripts from foreign University where English is not the official language of instruction (Please note: Photocopies are not acceptable, even if they are notarized).Official course-by-course evaluation from Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc. or World Educational Services for all transcripts received outside the U.S. where English is not the official language of instruction.Must provide documentation of English language proficiency by submitting TOEFL scores. A minimum TOEFL iBT (internet‐based test) of 84 is required.Non-refundable Application Fee of $100 (US Dollars) for All Applicants. Please ask the Program Contact for instructions on how to make this payment once your full application has been submitted.Notice to Re-Applicants: Re-applicants must fully complete a new application.It is the responsibility of the applicant to verify that all materials are submitted.Please submit all documents to:ORTHODONTIC CRANIOFACIAL FELLOWSHIPUniversity of Michigan - School of DentistryDepartment of Orthodontic and Pediatric Dentistry1011 N. University AveAnn Arbor, MI - 48109 Faculty Katherine A Kelly Adjunct Clinical Professor of Dentistry [email protected] 734-647-4311 Hera Kim-Berman Robert W Browne Professor of Orthodontics and Clinical Professor of Dentistry Clinical Associate Professor of Dentistry [email protected] 734-764-4504 Marilia Sayako Yatabe Ioshida Clinical Assistant Professor of Dentistry [email protected] 734-615-8712
Hera Kim-Berman Robert W Browne Professor of Orthodontics and Clinical Professor of Dentistry Clinical Associate Professor of Dentistry [email protected] 734-764-4504
Marilia Sayako Yatabe Ioshida Clinical Assistant Professor of Dentistry [email protected] 734-615-8712
