Office of Clinical Affairs

The Implant and Innovations Center is responsible for coordinating and managing the implant supported patient care and educational programs of the University of Illinois at Chicago’s College of Dentistry (COD). For more information, please call (312) 996-3145.

Root canal therapy and related services are offered in the Endodontic Clinic using an array of state-of-the-art equipment and techniques, including sophisticated surgical microscopes. Patients may be referred to this clinic after initial screening, as part of their treatment in the College, or on recommendation of a private dentist. All patients must undergo screening in the admitting clinic before assignment to the endodontic clinic. For information about admitting please call (312) 996-7555. For patients who have cleared screening, are awaiting appointments, or are already in treatment call (312) 355-3615.

Surgical treatment of dental and facial infections, tumors, injuries, and other conditions of the teeth and jaws are provided in our out-patient clinic and in the hospital setting. For information, call (312) 996-7460.

Diagnosis and treatment is available for oral mucosal soft tissue diseases including yeast and viral infections, aphthous ulcers (canker sores), oral manifestations of systemic diseases, autoimmune/connective tissue diseases, oral cancer and pre-cancerous lesions, halitosis (bad breath), xerostomia (dry mouth) and salivary gland disorders. Referrals from within UIC and from outside healthcare providers are accepted by calling the Oral Medicine Clinic at (312) 355-1222.

Comprehensive treatment of malocclusion problems ("braces") is available for children and adults in our pleasant, open-design clinic. Patients who are interested in treatment should call the receptionist at (312) 996-7505 to schedule a screening appointment. There is no charge for the initial evaluation. Minor tooth movement procedures may be provided by student dentists under the supervision of faculty. Most comprehensive orthodontic treatment is provided by dentists in training to become orthodontists. Orthodontic services from simple to complex are also available through the faculty practice.

The Department of Pediatric Dentistry serves as the oral health care safety net for the children in the State of Illinois and provides care for a diverse patient population as a part of its training program. The bustling pre-doctoral and postgraduate clinics are responsible for more than 17,000 patient visits annually. In addition, postgraduate students as well as those enrolled in the DDS program visit local schools to teach students and parents proper oral health skills.

The pediatric clinic treats urgent problems by APPOINTMENT ONLY. To schedule an appointment for our Pediatric Urgent Care program please call (312) 413-0972 between the hours of 9:00am and 9:30am Monday - Friday. Appointments will be scheduled for the next business day, and are limited.

EMERGENCY PROBLEMS (for example, swelling and infection) are evaluated on a daily basis. Screenings for children for comprehensive care are conducted by appointment at 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. , Monday through Friday, in the Pediatric Dentistry Clinic on the second floor. Please call (312) 996-7532 for more information. Children who are accepted for comprehensive treatment will be scheduled for additional appointments.

This clinic serves children that are enrolled in the Illinois Health Connect Program that have UIC Medical Center as their Primary Care Provider only.

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Our Postgraduate Periodontics program offers treatment of the gingiva ("gums") and supporting structures of the teeth, including diagnosis, prevention, surgery, and maintenance utilizing the most up to date cutting edge therapies available. We also provide comprehensive and collaborative implant care including treatment planning, surgical placement, and implant site development. Treatment is provided by dentists training to be specialists in Periodontics. Patients needing care may contact our clinic directly. Referrals are accepted from private practitioners to our specialty training program. For information, call (312) 996-7374 or visit the department website.

Prosthodontics is the specialty involved with Esthetic, Implant and Reconstructive Dentistry. Individuals with complex dental problems should first be referred to the Prosthodontics Clinic, where they can be evaluated and receive comprehensive diagnosis, planning and treatment with dentists training to be specialists in Prosthodontics. Prosthodontics is based on the latest technology and innovation. The focus is for comprehensive patient needs that can be addressed with implants, crowns, bridges and dentures. The clinic is ideal for patients who are missing one, several or all of their teeth. Appointments may be arranged by referral from our adult general dentistry clinics or by calling the Prosthodontics Clinic at (312) 996-9223.