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
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.
Michael Chavez and Claire Kettle earn Outstanding Dental Student Research Awards
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
At the spring meeting of Dental Student Research Group, Michael Chavez and Claire Kettle received the award for 2025 Outstanding Dental Researcher.
Eleven Student Researchers Earn Senior Research Achievement Awards
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
Senior Research Achievement Awards are determined based on a portfolio of research that is circulated to a group of electors. The electors select award recipients based on the scientific merit of projects, the significance and productivity of projects, the number of years of involvement in research, the originality of the research, and the student's professional conduct. Award recipients were selected in 2025: Olivia Bartholomew, James Beyer, Michael Chavez, Carter Coppinger, Garret Curtis, Casey Delaney, Zach Graham, Alex Harper, Austin Hinkle, Claire Kettle, and Jackie Yeh.