Dentistry

College of Dental Medicine

The College of Dental Medicine operates as one of four U.S. dental schools integrating their curriculum with medical school coursework. This structure reflects recognition that oral health connects with systemic wellness—particularly relevant as precision medicine reshapes healthcare delivery. Students train within a framework emphasizing population-specific care alongside individualized treatment, positioning them to practice dentistry that accounts for how oral conditions both influence and reflect broader health patterns across different patient groups.

Career Paths

DDS students learn from board-certified specialists and general practitioners while engaging with emerging research throughout their training. Half of graduates pursue specialization after completing their degree, reflecting both the comprehensive foundation they receive and research opportunities that allow exploration of advanced topics. These investigative experiences often influence career direction as students identify which aspects of dental medicine align with their interests and where they might contribute meaningfully to evolving clinical practices.

Community Engagement and Global Health Initiatives

Students participate in community initiatives and global health programs that expose them to diverse patient populations and care delivery contexts. These experiences develop understanding of how dental needs vary across communities and socioeconomic circumstances, while New York City’s demographics provide particularly varied clinical exposure. Such engagement prepares graduates to practice with awareness of how social determinants affect oral health conditions, strengthening their commitment to serving populations whose needs reflect broader systemic inequities in healthcare access.