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Educating the Dentist of the Future, Now

The UK College of Dentistry (UKCD) is recognized as one of the nation’s best dental schools, with a reputation for innovation in oral health education and a commitment to serving the citizens of the Commonwealth of Kentucky. 

Located in the suburban setting of Lexington, UKCD has a reputation for its dynamic and innovative approaches to dental education. In addition to offering a DMD program, the college offers advanced dental education programs to assist graduate dentists in expanding their knowledge to support specialty practice, research, and teaching. Total enrollment for all programs is around 315 students, allowing for a personalized learning experience. 

Dental students in simulation lab D611.

New UK Study Explores How Weight-Loss Medications May Affect Gum Health in Adolescents

MODERN-Dental is taking a closer look at how modern obesity treatments could also benefit oral health, potentially improving gum health and reducing inflammation in adolescents with extreme obesity. 

UK College of Dentistry hosts clinic

A trip to the dentist looks a little different this week at Greenup County High School, where first-year University of Kentucky dental students turned the alumni complex into a pop-up clinic.

Bringing smiles across Ky.: UK Dentistry unveils fresh new look for mobile clinic

Members of UKCD  gathered at James Lane Allen Elementary to unveil the fresh new look of their mobile dental clinic. The ceremony celebrated the college’s commitment to serving schools in Fayette County and across Kentucky.