
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
World-class academic programs to prepare the next-generation of oral health professionals, including DMD, PhD and Advanced Specialty Training.
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PATIENT CARE
Comprehensive, personalized dental care services - with the choice of care provided by students, graduate specialists or faculty - all in one place.
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RESEARCH
Innovative basic and translational oral science investigations to advance knowledge and improve health.
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Research Themes

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.

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
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 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.
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ILLINOIS' LARGEST DENTAL SCHOOL
We graduate more new dental professionals than any other institution in IL. We are also the largest dental care provider in IL, serving over 30 thousand patients annually. We have over 430 students seeking dental degrees including DMD, PhD and MS programs.
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ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
Our students regularly achieve a 100% pass rate on board exams, and perform significantly higher than national average on the basic science and clinical science exams.
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LEADER IN ORAL SCIENCE RESEARCH
We are a level-1 research institution, with more than 40 faculty performing research and funding of over $5 million annually. We are one of only 15 out of 70 institutions with DMD/PhD or PhD training grants from the NIDCR.
Upcoming Events
Get the latest updates in oral health sciences at the 32nd annual Clinic and Research Day! The College of Dentistry's annual Clinic and Research Day provides a forum for students, postgrads, and research staff to present research...
In celebration of Black History Month 2019, The Student National Dental Association (SNDA) is hosting several events this February. Join in the fun events, and...
Get the latest updates in oral health sciences at the 32nd annual Clinic and Research Day! The College of Dentistry's annual Clinic and Research Day provides a forum for students, postgrads, and research staff to present research...
Save the date! The UIC College of Dentistry is hosting the 12th annual Predental Conference on Friday, February 22, 2019. The event is free of charge. The day will include a keynote speaker, health education and a trip to the Chicago...
Visit with Dean Clark Stanford at the College's reception during the Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting.
Friday, February 22, 2019
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Complimentary hors d'oeuvres will be provided, and there...