UIC is a leader in oral health education, patient care and research.
Comprehensive oral health training and care, with a strong research and community health focus, located in a global city.
Our Mission
Our Mission
The University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry is advancing oral health through transformative education, research, clinical care and advocacy within a diverse and inclusive environment.
World-class academic programs
Our curriculum integrates foundational and clinical learning through early access to patient care.
Comprehensive patient care
As the largest dental care provider in Illinois, we serve over 30 thousand patients every year. The dental clinics at the College of Dentistry offer a complete range of dental and oral health services. Care is available in a variety of settings for patients with needs ranging from cleanings and fillings to braces, implants and oral surgery. We provide Student Dental Care for budget-conscience patients, as well as Advanced Specialty Care provided by residents in training.
Innovative care delivery
Our modern, digitally equipped patient care facilities offer the latest technology to complement our innovative training curriculum.
Serving community health
Our strong focus on improving community health through service-learning provides students with rich opportunities to give back, and provides much needed care to underserved urban, rural, and special needs populations, around our city and around the world.