Program Overview
Introduction to the Doctor of Dental Medicine Program
The University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine offers a prestigious Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) program, designed to provide students with a solid evidence-based education in dental medicine. This four-year predoctoral program leads to a Doctoral degree in Dental Medicine (DMD) and prepares graduates to be practicing clinicians or researchers.
Program Overview
The DMD program at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine is a nationally recognized program that seeks only the most qualified students for admission. The program begins with the White Coat Ceremony and provides students with a comprehensive education in dental medicine.
Program Details
- The program is four years in duration.
- It leads to a Doctoral degree in Dental Medicine (DMD).
- The program provides a solid evidence-based education in dental medicine.
- Graduates are well-prepared to be practicing clinicians or researchers.
Advanced Dental Education and Residency Programs
Advanced Dental Education and Residency Programs are available to students upon completion of their DMD. These programs include:
- Dental Public Health certificate program
- Specialty programs for those interested in careers in academic dentistry
- Academic Programs in Oral and Craniofacial Sciences
Program Profile
The program has the following profile:
- 11 specialties
- 14 dental clinics
- A class size of 80 students
- A total of 329 students
DMD Program Resources
The following resources are available for DMD students:
- Financing options for DMD education
- DMD curriculum
- DMD degree options
- SCOPE program
- Graduation and certifications
- Pitt Dental Medicine Graduation Celebration
- DMD graduation and license pass rates
- DMD mentoring and shadowing opportunities
- DMD early and guaranteed admissions
- Student organizations
Research Areas
The University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine is involved in various research areas, including:
- Center for Craniofacial and Dental Genetics
- Center for Craniofacial Regeneration
- Dental Registry & DNA Repository
- Center for Oral Health Research in Appalachia
- Core Research Facilities
- Research Funding Opportunities
- Research & Education
- Research News
- Annual Research Symposium
- Student Research
- Pittsburgh Center for Interdisciplinary Bone and Mineral Research
- CCTPR: Center for Clinical and Translational Periodontal Research
- Pittsburgh Craniofacial Science Training Program
