Detailed Introduction
The University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry Dental Clinic is a comprehensive dental care facility that serves the community while simultaneously providing a crucial learning environment for dental students and residents. Operating under the umbrella of the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry, the clinic is located at 2700 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Detroit, MI 48208, with a main phone number of (313) 494-6700. Its official website is http://dental.udmercy.edu/.
The clinic offers a wide range of general dentistry services, including exams, X-rays, cleanings, fillings, crowns, bridges, dentures, and cosmetic dentistry such as teeth whitening and veneers. Beyond general care, it provides specialized services across various dental disciplines, including:
AEGD (Advanced Education in General Dentistry) Clinic: For more complex cases, treatment is provided by residents under faculty supervision.
Endodontics: Specializing in root canal treatments and issues related to dental pulp.
Diagnostic Imaging: Offering standard radiographs and more complex CT scans for diagnosis.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: Performing biopsies, extractions, pre-prosthetic surgeries, and implant placements, with sedation options available.
Orthodontics: Providing comprehensive orthodontic care for all ages, including those requiring jaw surgery or with craniofacial anomalies.
Pediatric Dentistry: Focused on the oral health of children, including preventative and restorative care, with sedation options.
Periodontics: Addressing diseases of the gums and supporting tissues, including deep cleanings and gum surgeries.
Prosthodontics: Specializing in complete oral reconstruction, crowns, bridges, veneers, and prostheses for post-cancer and congenital defects.
A key aspect of the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry Dental Clinic is its patient care model. Most patients are treated within the student clinical program, where student doctors and dental hygienists provide care under the direct supervision of experienced, licensed faculty dentists. This model allows for high-quality care, often at reduced rates, making dental services more accessible to the community. The clinic also operates a Faculty Practice, offering care directly by faculty members in a private practice-like setting, for which referrals for specialists are often accepted. Emergency walk-in services are available for those with severe pain or swelling, though limitations apply for non-regular patients.
Beyond patient care, the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry is deeply committed to research and community outreach, aligning with its Jesuit and Mercy tradition. Students and faculty engage in diverse research activities, including educational, material, retrospective health records, basic biomedical, and clinical research, fostering evidence-based decision-making and contributing to the advancement of oral healthcare. The institution also has robust community outreach initiatives, providing services to underserved populations throughout Southeastern Michigan through programs like "Titans for Teeth" mobile clinics, which bring dental care to schools, and student-run dental centers offering free care to adults in need. These programs not only serve the community but also provide students with invaluable real-world experience and foster a sense of social responsibility.
