Program Overview

Introduction to the Doctor of Dental Surgery Program

At UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry, innovation meets tradition in the heart of the Texas Medical Center, the world's largest medical complex. Here, future dentists learn alongside world-renowned health care professionals in a collaborative environment built on excellence, compassion, and discovery.

Program Overview

The Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) program blends cutting-edge technology with immersive, hands-on learning. In our Clinical Simulation and Learning Center, students practice on virtual patients with lifelike cases — complete with digital records, diagnostic images, and 3D models before treating real patients in our modern clinics.

Admissions

The Academic Catalog contains detailed information on program requirements, application procedures, and tuition.

Program Requirements and Application Procedures

Detailed information on program requirements and application procedures can be found in the Academic Catalog.

Education Overview

The school offers various programs, including:

• Doctor of Dental Surgery
  • Accepted Doctor of Dental Surgery Students
• Dental Hygiene
  • Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene (BSDH)
  • Post-Degree Certification Program
  • Master of Science in Dental Hygiene (MSDH)
  • Accepted Dental Hygiene Students
• Advanced Education
  • Accepted Advanced Education Students
  • Dental Informatics
  • Endodontics
  • Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD)
  • General Practice Residency (GPR)
  • Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology
  • Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Orthodontics
  • Pediatric Dentistry
  • Periodontics
  • Prosthodontics
• International Dentist Education Program

Research and Community Outreach

With opportunities for research, community outreach, and even a dual-degree DDS/MPH pathway, UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry prepares graduates to lead in every area of oral health care.

Conclusion

Each year, we welcome more than 100 aspiring dental professionals who are ready to transform smiles and improve lives through science, skill, and service. The Doctor of Dental Surgery program at UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in dental surgery, preparing them for successful careers in the field.