Oral Science Research Program

The College of Dentistry's Oral Science Program, offered as an M.S. and a Ph.D., equips graduates for a career in teaching and research.

Both programs require students to complete courses from a core curriculum and conduct independent research leading to a thesis.

Dental Specialty Residency Programs

The College of Dentistry offers advanced education programs in ten of the twelve dental specialties recognized by the American Dental Association and innovative advanced training programs in two other specialties.

News

Participants at the 2026 Iowa Section of the AADOCR

2026 AADOCR Iowa Section Meeting Highlights

Wednesday, February 11, 2026
The College of Dentistry hosted the 73rd Annual meeting of the Iowa Section of the American Assocation for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research on Tuesday, February 10. The day featured faculty presentations and student oral and poster presentations around the Dental Science Building, followed by a reception for the awards ceremony later that evening.
Participants at the 2026 Iowa Section of the AADOCR

2026 AADOCR Research Day Photo Gallery

Wednesday, February 11, 2026
The College of Dentistry hosted the 73rd Annual meeting of the Iowa Section of the American Assocation for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research on Tuesday, February 10. The day featured faculty presentations and student oral and poster presentations around the Dental Science Building.
Saba Manafi, Dr. Shin, and Dr. Moreno pose for a photo in front of Manafi's poster, while she is holding a second place ribbon.

Manafi secures 2nd Place in International Hatton Award Competition

Wednesday, July 9, 2025
University of Iowa College of Dentistry third-year dental student Saba Manafi won second place in the prestigious Hatton Competition during the International Association for Dental Research (IADR) General Session, held June 25-28 in Barcelona, Spain.