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Abel Gilbert

INBDE Pass rate – 100%

One measure of educational excellence for dental education is pass rates on licensure and specialty board exams. The D.M.D. Class of 2023 earned a 100% pass rate on the American Dental Association licensure exam, the Integrated National Board Dental Exam, or INBDE. The D.M.D. Class of 2023 was…

Top 5 Research Program

According to the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research, the UFCD research enterprise now ranks fifth nationally among all U.S. dental schools in National Institutes of Health, or NIH, funding. The UF College of Dentistry has been among the top 5 dental schools in NIH funding for a number…

Latest Technology

UFCD is a leader in digital dentistry with iTero, CEREC, and E4D CAD/CAM technology, offering DMD students exposure to innovative dental technology through courses like DEN8290 E4D Digital Technology in Fixed Prosthodontics. Many of our patients are receiving 3-D printed smiles. William Martin, D.M.D., FACP,…

UF Ranked No. 5 in U.S. News Top Public Schools

The challenge of UF Preeminence began in 2013 with the University of Florida’s designation by the Florida Legislature as the state’s preeminent institution and grew into an opportunity to achieve national and international recognition for our work in serving students and the world. UF has become the first…

On the UF Campus

At UF, we’re constantly finding ways to be active in the community. But even with a full plate, Gators are always hungry for more – for more chances to get involved and better ways to pursue better. In addition to College of Dentistry resources and programs, including free…

Eight Dental Specialties

UF College of Dentistry offers eight ADA-recognized specialty programs and various fellowship programs to over 140 residents, fellows, and interns. UFCD is one of two AADSAS-exclusive (one of three U.S.) dental schools offering eight ADA-recognized dental specialties. Having all specialty programs available to our DMD students allows them…

Large, Active Alumni Network

Over four decades of Gator Dentists contribute to the dental community near and far. Dental school may not be easy, but knowing that there is an established network of successful alumni you will join is a great motivation for our DMD students. The college’s Associate Matching…

Interdisciplinary Education & Care

Interprofessional Education with health sciences students and faculty from other professions is available in every semester of the DMD program including formal course collaborations, community service opportunities, and service learning. The UF AHC is the country’s only academic health center with six health-related colleges located on a single, contiguous campus. Our…

Service & Leadership Opportunities

To be known for innovative dental education, commitment to cultural diversity, discovery, transfer of scientific knowledge, the superior skills of our graduates and the highest degree of patient care and service. UF College of Dentistry’s mission comes to life through its robust student body. From volunteering to working with…

External Clinic Rotations

The UF Statewide Network for Community Oral Health includes locations throughout Florida. In addition to UF-owned dental centers in Gainesville, Hialeah, Naples and St. Petersburg, the college’s dental students experience community rotations and provide care in affiliated dental centers as part of their education.