School of Dental Medicine

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Boldly Shaping the Future of Dental Medicine

At the UB School of Dental Medicine, a step into our simulation labs reveals the future of dentistry. But our embrace of future technologies is only one reason we are ranked among the top 10 U.S. dental schools—and #11 in the world. We’re riding high—and aiming higher. With strategic investments of philanthropic dollars, and with your support, we will lead—we will define—the future of dental medicine.

Here Is How We Train Our Graduates to Lead the Way

Our students already have direct access to exceptional faculty, cutting-edge facilities—like our recently completed, state-of-the-art preclinical simulation-- a diverse patient population and groundbreaking research opportunities. And for us, that’s only the beginning. Further philanthropic funding will:

Fuel a $40 million renovation of our Squire Hall dental clinics, providing students access to modern operatories dedicated to specialty training
Provide more student opportunities to gain hands-on experience in our outreach and mobile clinics
Expand transformative student experiences working with Native American populations and overseas

Here Is How Our Research Creates Healthier Communities

Dental medicine is a research-intensive web of scientific specialties, one that profoundly influences whole-body wellness. To build on our research strengths, we’re seeking philanthropic contributions to endow professorships and chairs, boost lab capabilities and support our Oral Health Research Fund. Your support will enable us to recruit and retain world-class researchers who will elevate our already prominent faculty profile—and advance dental medicine more rapidly than ever.

Dental students and a professor treating a patient.

Here Is How We Solve Global Problems by Testing Solutions in Our Own Backyard

We put our research findings and clinical advances into practice right here in Western New York. At our community clinic in Squire Hall, donor support has enabled free or reduced-cost care to more than 15,000 Western New York residents every year. Our Mobile Dental Unit roams underserved regions. Philanthropy also supports an Interprofessional Education (IPE) program and online courses. With your investment, we will position our graduates at the forefront, and help more dentists, health professionals and patients throughout the world.

We are seeking your investment in redefining dental research and practice.

News from the School of Dental Medicine

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Study: How saliva is made
11/17/20
Research reveals the details of how salivary glands collectively produce the constellation of proteins found in saliva, opening the door to important medical research.
Century-old drug repurposed to fight ulcers
5/11/20
Suramin, a 100-year old drug used to treat sleeping sickness, has been repurposed to fight oral mucositis and diabetic foot ulcers.
Stefan Ruhl receives Distinguished Scientist Award in Salivary Research
3/2/20
Ruhl is an internationally renowned expert on saliva, oral bacteria and the oral microbiome.
Give Kids A Smile Day set for February
1/16/20
The UB School of Dental Medicine will welcome hundreds of Western New York children who lack access to dental care to receive free oral health care, hearing and vision exams, and other health services.
UB-led team developing 3D-printed, reusable N95-like respirators
5/5/20
Prototype submitted for emergency FDA approval; could help ease shortage of life-saving PPE.
Patricia Diaz named director of UB’s Microbiome Center
9/4/20
Patricia Diaz, Professor of Empire Innovation in the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine, has been named the new director of the UB Microbiome Center.
UB donates hundreds of reusable face masks and face shields made by faculty and students to the Buffalo City Mission
12/3/20
BUFFALO, N.Y. — The University at Buffalo has donated more than 200 reusable 3D-printed face masks and 100 face shields to the Buffalo City Mission for distribution to its clients and staff.