Student Life

ASDA Buffalo serves as the umbrella for student organizations, welcoming all members to participate and get involved at our school and discover where they can exercise their talents. All dental students are auto-enrolled in ASDA.

The American Academy of Developmental Medicine and Dentistry, hereinafter referred to as the AADMD, was founded in 2002 with the stated mission of improving the quality of healthcare for individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders and intellectual disabilities.

The AAPHD chapter aims to improve oral health by developing and supporting effective programs of oral health promotion and disease prevention.

The American Association of Women Dentists at UB strives to be the recognized resource for connecting and enriching the lives of women dentists. Our local Buffalo chapter is recognized under the national AAWD organization. 

ADEA is The Voice of Dental Education. Our mission is to lead institutions and individuals in the dental education community to address contemporary issues influencing education, research and the delivery of oral health care for the overall health and safety of the public.

The Asian Dental Student Organization works to establish and promote the educational, community aspirations, and goals of East and South Asian dental students at UB. 

The Academy of General Dentistry aims to help educate and guide dental students at UBSDM that are interested in pursuing General Dentistry.

Alpha Omega is an International Dental Fraternity, which is devoted to providing a sense of camaraderie and support through out your years as a dental student.

UB Dental BOCA is a student-led organization dedicated to promoting dental education, providing free dental care and improving the quality of life for people around the world. Our members include dental school students, faculty and staff

The UB Dental Chess Club is an educational organization that promotes mental health and a leisure activity by engaging in the world's most famous board game! Welcome to players of all levels from beginner to advanced.

The UB Chapter of the Christian Medical & Dental Associations seeks to encourage, equip and connect health care students and professionals interested in improving patient care through the integration of faith and health.

The Dental Student Research Group (DSRG) is an association of dental students with an objective to facilitate, support and promote research-related activities in dental school.

Delta Sigma Delta is an international dental fraternity committed to excellence in dentistry, camaraderie of members, and a strong presence in the local community.

The Esthetics Club works to advance the knowledge of students in esthetic and cosmetic dentistry.

The Global Surgery Student Alliance is a national student-run organization dedicated to educating medical and dental students about Global Surgery / Global Dentistry and creating a network of students interested in the field.

The Hispanic Dental Association is a national, non-profit organization comprised of oral health professionals and students dedicated to promoting and improving the oral health of the Hispanic community and providing advocacy for Hispanic oral health professionals across the US.

UB Dental for Intercultural Awareness is a group of multi-ethnic students focused on promoting interest in and awareness of various cultures between the School of Dental Medicine and the Buffalo community. 

The Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Interest Group is a student-run organization with the goal of expanding the scope of knowledge and clinical exposure in oral surgery. 

The Orthodontic Interest Group at UB works to address the current lack of an Orthodontic Minor Program at UBSDM. They also look to introduce the art and discipline of orthodontics to students, as well as engaging the community.

The mission for UB Pediatric Club is to educate parents and children about the importance of oral health and oral hygiene.  The club participates in a variety of outreach events at WIC centers, Hospital's, Destination Maternity Centers and local Pediatric Dental Offices.

The Periodontics Club aims to bring those interested in periodontics together to learn more about the field and gain as much exposure to periodontology as possible!

The ASDA Pre-Dental Committee actively recruits new ASDA pre-dental members, plans and implements pre-dental events to expose pre-dental students to dental education, UBSDM, and the application process, and encourages and assists pre-dental students in pursuing careers in dentistry.

The UB Prosthodontics Club works to cultivate an interest in and develop a passion for prosthodontics by creating an environment that encourages participation and engagement through collective learning.

The Student National Dental Association promotes aid, and support the academic and social environment of minority students. SNDA's goal is to strive to establish opportunities for our members to develop stronger alliances amongst one another as well as develop a sense of community, thus aiding in the advancements of our students within the field of dentistry.

The School of Dental Medicine Art Club shall be to help dental students with their mental health and to also provide art therapy to those in the community, such as those in nursing homes and hospitals.

The School of Dental Medicine Social Media and Branding club aims to raise awareness of the Dental School here at UB. Many members also run their own personal social media accounts related to dentistry and life here at UB.

Smile Pride Educates SDM students, residents, faculty and staff on how to provide competent dental care to the LGBTQ community. The club runs outreach activities to increase dental health equity among the queer community, and fosters an atmosphere of inclusion within SDM and the greater Buffalo community.

ASDA sustainability’s mission is to bring together faculty and students to learn about making sustainable differences on our campus and on our planet. As future dental professionals our goal is to create an environmentally aware community of people that strive for a better tomorrow.

UB myFace acts as a branch for myFace, the leading non-profit organization for supporting patients with craniofacial abnormalities. The organization focuses on changing the faces - and lives - of children and adults with facial differences.

UBSDM Sports Club creates an environment for dental students, residents, and staff to relieve stress and better their overall well-being through physical activity and socializing.