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University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine
Introduction
The University of Pittsburgh was established in 1787
and has campuses in Pittsburgh, Bradford, Greensburg, and Johnstown. In 1896 the School of Dental
Medicine was founded. It is part of the university
health complex, the other components being the
schools of Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, HealthRelated Professions, Public Health, and their
affiliated hospitals. The School of Dental Medicine
offers graduate programs in advanced education in
general dentistry and many specialties as well as a
dental hygiene program.
University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine
Academics
4-year. Instruction in the biological and technological
principles provides a basis for the clinical prevention
of oral disease, the maintenance of oral health, and
correction of oral pathology and oral-facial deviations. Clinical contact begins in the second year.
Elective programs, or selective research in the third
and fourth years, provide in-depth study in areas of
student interest. First year: Consists of the basic sciences and an introduction to clinical situations in a
simulation clinic and clinical assisting. Second year:
Continuation of the basic sciences and preclinical
courses plus definitive clinical patient treatment is
initiated. Third year: Continuation of dental coursework but major emphasis is on the delivery of
comprehensive dental care. Fourth year: Training in
the delivery of comprehensive health care under conditions similar to those in private practice. Both thirdand foruth-year students practice in the comprehensive care area, where faculty rotate through on a
semester basis.
Unique Programs
Postgraduate specialty programs are available in each
of the dental areas.
University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine
Admissions
The basic predental science courses plus 1 year of
English are required. Recommended courses include
biochemistry, upper-division biology courses, art, and
sculpture. Transfer and advanced standing: Possible if
space available.
University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine
Students
The Dental School Building, consisting of a 300-dental chair clinic and modern lecture facilities, is
located in the city’s Oakland district within the University Health Complex. An audiovisual instructional
resource center, consisting of individual stations, is
available for study. A new simulation clinic consisting of 80 manequins utilizing air and water provides
hands-on experience to first- and second-year students. Live faculty demonstrations are available for
student viewing at chairside monitors, as well as faculty monitoring of students’ progress.
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