The tradition of practicing dentists taking time to teach is as old as dentistry itself; the central role of practitioners as faculty is as old as the earliest organized dental schools.

Established in 1892, the School of Dental Medicine continues to educate general practitioners, specialists and biomedical scientists in the art and science of oral health through our comprehensive accredited programs.

As a proud member of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU), the University at Buffalo is committed to discovery, both basic and applied research, development and scholarship particularly related to oral health and disease.

For nearly five decades, the School of Dental Medicine has been a national leader in the science behind oral health. 

In addition to steady activity in our laboratories and clinics, students and faculty are preparing and submitting abstracts for the annual meeting of the International Association for Dental Research. Read more...

The complete classroom-to-clinic experience provided by Oral Diagnostic Sciences supported by several specialty care clinics including one associated with the Center for Orofacial Pain Research. Read more...

Since 1997 the School of Dental Medicine has operated a mobile dental unit (MDU) serving Chautauqua County in WNY. The MDU averages approximately 3,100 patient visits per year. 

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The UB Smile Team promotes dental education and provides free oral health care in areas of the world that lack adequate access to treatment.

Buffalo Outreach and Community Assistance (BOCA) is administered by SDM students and dedicated to providing care to underserved areas including Appalachia, Belize, Dominican Republic, Ghana, Guatemala, Mexico and Vietnam and the Buffalo area.

Each year, volunteers guide hundreds of children through the award-winning Teddy Bear Clinic and to dental cleanings and treatment at the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine's annual "Give Kids a Smile Day."

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