Faculty of Dental Sciences
Advancing Oral Health. Serving Communities. Clinical dentistry pathways with hands-on training in modern dental sciences — preparing graduates to deliver comprehensive care with a focus on underserved urban and rural populations.
The College of Dentistry addresses one of the most persistent health disparities in America — the lack of access to quality oral health care in Black and low-income communities. Our graduates are trained not only in clinical excellence but in the cultural competency and community commitment needed to serve where they are needed most.
Comprehensive clinical training in preventive care, restorations, crowns, bridges, and full-mouth rehabilitation — preparing graduates to deliver high-quality general dental care to diverse patient populations.
Advanced surgical training in tooth extractions, jaw surgery, facial trauma, and oral pathology — equipping students for complex clinical procedures in hospital and private practice settings.
Specialized care for infants, children, and adolescents — with emphasis on early intervention, preventive education, and creating positive dental experiences for young patients in underserved communities.
Clinical training in gum disease treatment, dental implants, and orthodontic correction — addressing the disproportionate burden of periodontal disease in Black and low-income communities.
Public health dentistry focused on community outreach, school-based dental programs, and mobile dental clinics — extending oral health services to the neighborhoods that need them most.
Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.)
4-Year Professional Degree
Dental Hygiene (A.A.S.)
2-Year Associate Degree
Dental Assisting Certificate
1-Year Clinical Program
Community Dental Health Certificate
Public Health Specialization
Dental Laboratory Technology
Technical Certification
Community Mission
Mobile dental clinics and school-based programs extend the college's reach into communities where oral health care has historically been inaccessible.