Department of Endodontics

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An innovative department with a unique history & approach

The Department of Endodontics aspires to be one of the top clinical endodontic training programs in the world, while actively engaging our residents in important clinical and translational research.

The department has responsibility for educational and research programs at the undergraduate, postgraduate, and continuing education levels. An accredited program at the postdoctoral level is available for qualified students wishing to become specialists in endodontics.

Department History Heading link

The Department of Endodontics at the University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry has a unique history. Started by the innovative and nationally renowned Dr. Charles G. Maurice in 1965, the department also was chaired for many years by Dr. Nijole A. Remeikis, the first woman Diplomat of the American Board of Endodontics and an internationally honored endodontic educator. The department in the 1990s offered the first Endodontic Microscopy Center in the Midwest, providing a unique level of training to students and continuing education opportunities to alumni and others.

Clinical Specialty Program in Endodontics Heading link

The clinical specialty program in endodontics is a full-time program that requires twenty-four consecutive months to complete. The program has been designed to satisfy the needs of those who wish to acquire greater skill, knowledge, and experience in endodontics, as well as a background in biological sciences.

Learn more about the Clinical Specialty Program in Endodontics

Contact Us Heading link

Patient Care

Endodontics Dental Services
Phone: (312) 355-3615 or (312) 355-3622

Fax: (312) 996-9500
Email:  endodontics@uic.edu

Academics & Research

Blanca E. Luna
Assistant to the Head
Department of Endodontics
(MC 642)
801 South Paulina Street, Room 304G
Chicago, IL 60612-7211
(312) 996-7514

Department Head & Directors Heading link

Bradford R. Johnson, Department Head and Postdoctoral Director
Qian Xie, Director of Pre-Doctoral Clinic Operations and Managing Partner Consultant