OMFS Unfilled Positions

[Night Owl 99]

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Hey everyone. I've noticed that over the last couple years, there have been around 20 unfilled OMFS positions (12 in 2023, 26 in 2024, and 21 in 2025). I will link the source below. I'm curious, if OMFS is so competitive, why are there so many unfilled positions?

Thanks guys!

https://natmatch.com/dentres/stats/2025sumstats.pdf

 

[Flossaraptor]

It’s been talked about a few times. Others who know more than me can speak on it but it has to do with how many applicants the programs rank. Some don’t rank enough applicants and go unmatched because of it. Thats my understanding.

 

[mada97]

Think Case just got unlucky. A lot of people on the trail had them high but not 1. Think they also are more selective they didn’t rank enough of their interviewees. Those spots will fill quick

There's a good discussion about this very topic on a different thread. I thought it was intriguing as someone applying next cycle.

 

[unsatisfiedomfs]

MD programs with stringent requirements from Med Schools prohibit adequate ranking of candidates to fill positions. It’s easier to be accepted by one scrutinizing body than two.

Med school tuition is off putting

OMFS is a lucrative career but there are likely easier ways to make mid six figures.

Still would do OMFS again if I had to.

Also refer to the OMFS match page for a more detailed discussion about this.