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Changing the Future of Oral Health

Learn from world-class academics. Train using state-of-the-art curriculum and technology. Make an impact in the community. Gain valuable research experience. Experience a richly diverse student culture while serving patients with a variety of needs. Connect with peers and support the future of oral health through a strong alumni network. Change the future of oral health—today.

World-Class Programs at Your Disposal

The College of Dentistry offers world-class academic programs to prepare the "next-generation" of oral health professionals, built upon groundbreaking curriculum, in the heart of Chicago. In addition to the DMD, we offer PhD in Oral Sciences, PhD/DMD and DMD/MS programs, and several Advanced Specialty Training Programs.

Academic Departments Fostering Meaningful Relationships

A community of dedicated students, faculty and staff working together to advance oral health education, patient care, and oral science research.

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Research from UIC College of Dentistry and College of Engineering Highlighted in the Journal of Dental Research
Monday, October 25, 2021
The University of Illinois College of Dentistry (COD) and College of Engineering published an article in the Journal of Dental Research’s (JDR) October 2021 issue, outlining aerosol’s role in dentistry.
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2021 White Coat Ceremony
Friday, October 1, 2021
The White Coat Ceremony is an annual tradition marking the matriculating class of students entering the dental profession. The 2021 White Coat Ceremony will acknowledge and honor the DMD Class of 2025, 2024, and DMD Advanced Standing Class.
Virtual Pain and Sleep Symposium 2021
Tuesday, September 28, 2021
The University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry’s faculty, Dr. Maria Therese Galang-Boquiren and Dr. Jasjot Sahni brought together medical and oral experts to speak at the second annual Pain and Sleep Symposium.

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UIC COD’s Dental Tips on How to Restart Dental Care After COVID-19
Tuesday, November 9, 2021
Fears of COVID-19 transmission have kept patients away from the dentist’s chair, and it’s only recently that dentists are discovering the pandemic’s significant impact on our oral health.
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Periodontitis May Increase the Risk of Severe COVID-19 Effects
Monday, August 2, 2021
Oral hygiene and regular dental visits are key in tracking general health and well-being. The connection between overall health and oral health is currently being examined and researched by health professionals in relation to COVID-19.
4 Ways Beyond Brushing to Keep Your Teeth Healthy
4 Ways Beyond Brushing to Keep Your Teeth Healthy
Wednesday, April 21, 2021
According to the American Dental Association about a third of U.S. adults are unhappy with their oral health. Factors such as pain, discomfort, bad breath and receding gums play a huge role in our lives and in the event that they are affected..

  • Largest dental care provider in IL, serving over 35,000 patients annually. We have over 500 students seeking dental degrees including DMD, PhD and MS programs.

  • 33 partner sites in Illinois and beyond where annually senior dental students treat about 10,000 patients, perform around 18,000 clinical procedures, and learn firsthand about population oral health.

  • Level-1 research institution, with more than 1/3 full-time faculty actively engaged in research supported by over $7M funding annually. Our DMD / PhD program is one of 20 dental institutions that offer a combined DMD/PhD program.

Research Themes
Research Themes
Our investigators lead cutting-edge research to discover and translate new knowledge at the boundaries of science, transforming oral health care practice, social systems and related technologies for the benefit of individuals, families and communities.
Regenerative science
Regenerative science
Moving beyond tissue replacement, using materials to enable our bodies to regenerate damaged and failing tissues. Our researchers are leading investigations into how materials interact with living tissues, and the building of tissue replacements for the growth of cells/tissues to replace lost tissues. The Center for Wound Healing and Tissue Regeneration (CWHTR) is a unique community of scientists and clinicians devoted to the study of injury, wound healing, and regeneration. The Laboratory of Applied Dental Biomaterials and Interfaces is a NIH funded center studying the properties of the tooth in order to develop reparative/regenerative biomaterials to replace lost tooth structure
CLINICAL, TRANSLATIONAL & COMMUNITY RESEARCH
Clinical, Translational & Community Research
Leading transformative studies to improve oral health outcomes both in the clinic and the community. We have several centers and investigators focused on the study of the incidence and prevalence of disease; measuring outcomes of interventions; and the safety and efficacy of drugs, devices, and treatments in individuals. We are also investigating how and why efforts to promote oral health through intervention are accepted by communities. Learn more about our Clinical Research Center.
CRANIOFACIAL PATHOBIOLOGY
Craniofacial Pathobiology
Working to improve treatment of oral cancer, caries, peridontal and other oral diseases. We are leading interdisciplinary investigations in the development and function of the craniofacial complex to better understand processes that occur within cells and tissues to maintain health and control growth and development.

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