The University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine, founded in 1892, is one of the oldest dental schools in the United States and a flagship SUNY public institution in Western New York. The school trains dentists for Buffalo's diverse, working-class, and historically underserved population, as well as for the broader New York State and national dental workforce. Strong research infrastructure, a large community dental clinic, and co-location with UB's medical school and biomedical research enterprise distinguish UB Dental as a comprehensive public dental training institution.
What makes it different
Applications via ADEA AADSAS. The University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine is one of the oldest dental schools in the US (founded 1892) and a flagship SUNY institution. Located in Buffalo, a mid-size Rust Belt city with significant health disparities and oral health needs, the school provides extensive community dental training. Co-location with UB's Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences enables strong interprofessional and research education.
Course & teaching
Integrated curriculum. 4-year DDS curriculum. UB Dental integrates basic sciences, clinical training, and community health experiences across all four years. Community-based dental placements in Buffalo's underserved neighborhoods. Research electives and thesis track available through UB's biomedical sciences infrastructure.
Research strengths
University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine (DDS) has notable research strength in Oral biology, Craniofacial development, Periodontal disease, Dental biomaterials, Oral cancer biology.
Interview
University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine (DDS) interviews via Traditional one-on-one faculty interview. Invited applicants attend an interview day at the University at Buffalo's South Campus (Health Sciences). The day includes a one-on-one faculty interview (approximately 30–45 minutes), a tour of the dental clinic and simulation facilities, and informal student interactions. UB is a flagship SUNY research university and the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences is co-located — interviewers may probe research interest and interprofessional awareness. Buffalo's Rust Belt urban context shapes interview questions about community health, dental access, and workforce service to underserved populations.
Intake
Approximately 80–90 students per year.
At a glance
Founded in 1892, based in Buffalo, NY. Programmes offered: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Orthodontics, Periodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, Oral Biology.
