UCSF School of Dentistry

09/30/2026

UCSF Dentistry is celebrating the launch of DDS-ASPIRE and welcoming the program’s inaugural cohort.

The new pathway gives DDS students expanded opportunities to develop their skills in advocacy, research, leadership, and public service, with a focus on advancing oral health in communities across California.

Read more about the launch of DDS-ASPIRE: https://dentistry.ucsf.edu/news/school-dentistry-celebrates-launch-dds-aspire?utm_source=fb&utm_medium=social

09/24/2026

A milestone moment for 90 University of California, San Francisco Dentistry students.

Members of the DDS Class of 2030 and International Dentist Pathway Class of 2029 received their first white coats during the UCSF School of Dentistry’s 28th annual White Coat Ceremony.

Surrounded by family, friends, faculty, and alumni, students marked their transition into clinical education and the responsibilities that come with caring for patients.

“The white coat has transformed into a symbol of collegiality within healthcare, and of unity in a common purpose, and in mutual respect,” said Dean Michael S. Reddy, DMD, DMSc.

Read more about the ceremony and this important milestone for our students: https://dentistry.ucsf.edu/news/28th-annual-white-coat-ceremony-marks-new-milestone-dental-classes-2029-and-2030?utm_source=fb&utm_medium=social

09/23/2026

A new school year, a new class, and a milestone moment. 🥼✨

Before receiving their white coats, we asked some of our newest UCSF Dentistry students what this moment means to them and what they’re looking forward to as they begin their journey.

Welcome to the UCSF School of Dentistry!

09/15/2026

On Sept. 17, UC advocates will meet with lawmakers on Capitol Hill for the Rally for Medical Research. The annual event underscores how sustained federal investment in the National Institutes of Health drives medical innovation and the discovery of treatments and cures.

Advocates can join from anywhere through UCAN's Speak Up for Science campaign and urge lawmakers to support strong federal funding for medical research.

Tell Congress to keep up the investment: ucal.us/speakupforscience

Join us in asking Congress to reject drastic cuts to research.

09/14/2026

The UCSF Dental Public Health Residency prepares dentists to improve oral health at the population level through fieldwork, research, and interdisciplinary training.

Residents develop the skills to lead oral health programs, evaluate systems of care, conduct research, and advocate for policies that improve oral health for communities.

Learn more about the Dental Public Health Residency: https://dentistry.ucsf.edu/programs/dental-public-health?utm_source=fb&utm_medium=social

08/10/2026

The UCSF Interprofessional Health Post-Baccalaureate Certificate program helps promising students strengthen their academic preparation and become more competitive dental school applicants.

Participants receive personalized advising, faculty and peer mentorship, DAT preparation resources, and application support as they build a strong foundation for dental school.

As graduate Lila Salehi shares, early exposure to the dental school environment and the UCSF community made a meaningful difference in her experience.

Learn more about the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate program: https://dentistry.ucsf.edu/programs/post-bac?utm_source=fb&utm_medium=social

08/03/2026

We're proud to reshare this story from UCSF highlighting the impact of our Citywide Dental Clinic.

Through this monthly clinic in San Francisco's Tenderloin, UCSF School of Dentistry faculty and students provide free dental care while helping connect patients to ongoing treatment. The experience also gives future dentists valuable hands-on training in compassionate, community-based care.

Read the full story below.

07/21/2026

For more than 20 years, the UCSF School of Dentistry's Community-Based Clinical Education (CBCE) Program has prepared students through hands-on clinical experience in community settings across the Bay Area and beyond.

Today, the program includes 29 partner clinics serving rural, Native American, and low-income urban communities, giving every third- and fourth-year DDS student the opportunity to care for patients with diverse backgrounds, needs, and barriers to oral healthcare.

See how these externships are shaping future dentists—and strengthening the communities they serve.

Read more: https://dentistry.ucsf.edu/news/learning-through-service-impact-ucsf-dentistrys-community-externships

06/16/2026

This week, we proudly welcomed a new cohort of advanced standing learners to the UCSF School of Dentistry and the DDS Class of 2029.

These 18 internationally trained dentists join us through UCSF’s International Dentist Pathway, a three-year program designed for graduates of dental schools outside the United States. They arrive with diverse backgrounds and significant experience in clinical practice, research, education, and patient care.

As members of our community, they will build on their prior training through rigorous academic coursework, advanced clinical education, and hands-on patient care experiences alongside their DDS classmates. Their perspectives, expertise, and commitment to oral health will strengthen our learning environment and enrich the care we provide.

Welcome to UCSF Dentistry! We are excited to see all that you will accomplish in the years ahead. UCSF

06/08/2026

At UCSF School of Dentistry, oral and maxillofacial surgeons are using virtual surgical planning to bring greater precision to complex jaw surgeries.

By combining 3D imaging, digital technology, and customized surgical tools, UCSF's Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is improving patient care while preparing residents for the future of surgical practice.

Learn how this technology is transforming both surgery and surgical education: https://dentistry.ucsf.edu/news-article/precision-3d-how-virtual-surgical-planning-improves-outcomes-ucsf

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