Academics & Admissions
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Academic Divisions and Sections
- Biosystems and Function
- Endodontics
- Interdisciplinary Dentistry
- Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology, and Orofacial Pain
- Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Dental Anesthesiology
- Orthodontics
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Periodontics
- Prosthodontics
- Public and Population Health
- Restorative Dentistry
- Special Patient Care and Maxillofacial Prosthetics
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D.D.S. Program
- Admission Selection Process
- Application Process
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Course Catalog
- Active Senior Adult
- Adolescence To Adulthood
- Advanced Endodontics
- Advanced Materials & Biomechanics
- Advanced Oral Surgery
- Advanced Periodontics
- Advanced Prosthodontics
- Advanced Restorative Dentistry
- Anxiety & Pain Control
- Applied Dental Anatomy
- Behavioral Pediatric Dentistry
- Cariology
- Case Management Treatment Planning
- Clinical Occlusion
- Clinical Pediatric Dentistry
- Clinical Preventive Dentistry
- Complete Dentures
- Critical Thinking & Evidence Based Dentistry
- Dental Materials
- Dental Morphology
- Dental Theraputics
- Direct Restoration
- Endodontics
- Ergonomics And Musculoskeletal System
- Esthetic Dentistry
- Foundations Of Basic Science
- Foundations Of Microbiology
- Fundamentals Of Cariology
- Gross Anatomy
- Immediate Dentures
- Implant Dentistry And Advanced Prosthodontics
- Implant Dentistry
- Indirect Restoration
- Infancy To Adolescence
- Interdisciplinary Orthodontics
- Intro To Periodontics
- Introduction To Edentulous Patient Treatment
- Introduction To Oral Maxillofacial Surgery
- Introduction To Pediatric Dentistry
- Introduction To The Dental Profession
- Jaw Pain And Dysfunction
- Local Anesthesia
- Multidisciplinary Treatment Planning And Care
- Oral Disease
- Oral Radiology
- Orofacial Pain
- Orthodontic Foundations
- Orthodontic Techniques
- Overview Of Medical Emergencies
- Patient Engagement
- Pediatric Treatment Planning
- Periodontal Instrumentation
- Pharmacology
- Population Health Principles
- Practice Management
- Prevention And Oral Health Promotions
- Quality Improvement
- Radiographic Differential Diagnosis
- Regulations Of Dental Practice
- Removable Partial Dentures
- System I
- Systems II
- Systems III
- Systems IV
- Systems V Course
- The Face And Tooth Program
- Clinical Endodontics
- Clinical Infection Control And Compliance In The Dental Care Environment
- Clinical Orthodontics
- Clinical Periodontics
- Clinical Prosthodontics
- Clinical Restorative Dentistry
- Clinical Treatment Planning
- Community-Based Clinical Education
- Comprehensive Clinical Pediatric Dentistry
- Diagnostic And Preventive Pediatric Dentistry
- Endodontics
- Nitrous Oxide Course
- Oral Radiology Rotation
- Oral Surgery D3 Rotation
- Oral Surgery D4 Rotation
- Patient Assessment Rotation
- Professional Responsibility
- Urgent Care Rotation
- FAQs
- Financial Aid
- Prerequisites
- Tuition and Costs
- Graduate Programs
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Residency Training Programs
- Advanced Education in General Dentistry - Venice
- Advanced Education in General Dentistry - Westwood
- Advanced Prosthodontics
- Endodontics
- General Practice
- Maxillofacial Prosthetics
- Observer Program
- Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Internship
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Orofacial Pain and Dysfunction
- Orthodontics
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Periodontics
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Programs for International Dentists
- Advanced Clinical Training Programs
- FAQs
- Preceptorship Programs
- Professional Program for International Dentists (PPID)
- Requirements for International Dentists
- Residency Programs
- Continuing Dental Education
Developing Future Leaders in Dentistry
We’re not simply training future dentists; we’re preparing exceptional students to become leaders in the field. The UCLA School of Dentistry’s world-class reputation is built upon our excellent educational programs and internationally recognized faculty.
For those individuals who have completed their undergraduate degree and want to pursue a career in dentistry and oral health, we have our 4-year Doctor of Dental Surgery program.
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Postgraduate Training Programs
Dentists looking to advance their skills can add to their training through our 13 accredited residency programs.
Programs for International Dentists
For foreign-trained dentists looking to apply to our Professional Program for International Dentists to earn a U.S. accredited DDS degree, or one of several other opportunities, including our Advanced Clinical Training Programs, Preceptorships, and Residency Programs for foreign-trained dentists.
Explore our professional programs for international dentists
Graduate Programs
Dental school graduates can pursue dual training in a clinical specialty plus rigorous scientific research training, in our new Dental Specialty/PhD degree program. DDS holders interested in oral health research can pursue a Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Oral Biology. We also have a combined DDS/PhD in Oral Biology program for those dental students interested in pursuing a career in research after their dental school training.
Continuing Education for Practicing Dentists
Dentists looking to pursue training through our continuing dental education courses have several options. Each course is designed to help dentists enhance their techniques with practical training programs and the newest scientific and clinical knowledge.