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The School of Dentistry's Education Impact

Educating oral health care professionals for Minnesota and beyond.

73%
of Minnesota's practicing dentists
68%
of Minnesota's licensed dental therapists
49%
of Minnesota's dental hygiene educators

Latest News from the School of Dentistry

Student receives her award onstage

DDS Class of 2024 honored with awards banquet

On the evening before their Commencement ceremony, members of the DDS Class of 2024 gathered in McNamara Alumni Center to celebrate their accomplishments as a class and honor the 2024 DDS award recipients.

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Attending 40+ commencements is a family matter for Wolff

Larry Wolff, MS, PhD, DDS ’78, professor of periodontology, has been part of the University of Minnesota for over four decades–and he’s spent that time supporting learners from their first day to the day they walk across the stage at graduation.

Upcoming Events from the School of Dentistry

Woman receiving local anesthesia.

Local Anesthesia Refresher: A Hands-on Review

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Lynda J. Young Conference Room
Woman in clinic

Restorative Expanded Functions: An 80-hour Training Program - September-November 2024

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Virtual
Geriatric patient being cared for.

Mini Residency in Geriatrics and Long-term Care for the Dental Team

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