UK Dentistry

UK Dentistry is the clinical patient care component of the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry (UKCD), a prominent public dental school established in 1962 in Lexington, Kentucky. As an integral part of UK HealthCare, it serves as a multifaceted institution dedicated to advancing oral health through comprehensive patient care, dental education, and research. The facility at 770 Rose St, Lexington, KY, and other affiliated clinics like Turfland and the Dental Science Building, offers a wide spectrum of dental services. These include general dentistry for all ages, preventative care, and specialized treatments across numerous disciplines. Key specialty areas offered by UK Dentistry include Adult Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry, Endodontics (root canals), Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (including implants, extractions, and trauma surgery), Orofacial Pain, Orthodontics (including interceptive and corrective therapy for all ages), Periodontics (gum disease treatment, gum grafting, and dental implants), Prosthodontics, and Restorative Dentistry. They also provide an Urgent Care Clinic for immediate dental needs. A unique aspect of UK Dentistry is its dual model of care. Patients can receive treatment from experienced faculty members in the Faculty Practice Clinic or from DMD dental students, supervised by expert faculty, in the student clinics. This not only provides quality care at potentially lower costs but also contributes significantly to the education and training of future dental professionals. The institution places a special emphasis on caring for medically, mentally, and physically complex patients, as well as those with dental anxiety. Beyond direct patient care, UK Dentistry is deeply involved in dental education, offering Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degrees and postdoctoral programs in various specialties, all accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA). The college is recognized for its innovation in oral health education and its commitment to serving the citizens of Kentucky through outreach programs and community engagement. Research is also a core mission, with faculty and students participating in various studies to advance dental science.