Rutgers School of Dental Medicine
About
We are New Jersey’s only dental school and the state’s largest provider of oral healthcare. We educate the next generation of practitioners, conduct pioneering research and treat patients in New Jersey and around the world.
Our school was founded in 1956 as part of the Seton Hall College of Medicine and Dentistry, which was later renamed the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ). In 2013, UMDNJ integrated with Rutgers University.
We have student clinics in Newark and South Jersey, in addition to Rutgers Health University Dental Associates, our faculty practice, which has offices in New Brunswick and Newark.
Our Vision
To be recognized as the global leader in oral healthcare
Our Mission
To improve health and quality of life by preparing the next generation of oral healthcare professionals and scientists, providing the highest quality, evidence-based oral health care serving New Jersey and communities worldwide, and advancing health through discovery and innovation
Our Values
• Excellence: Empowering students, faculty, and staff to serve the community and profession at the highest standards
• Integrity: Assuring transparency, confidentiality, and ethical practices in education, research, and patient care
• Respect: Fostering a humanistic and professional environment supporting diversity and inclusion
• Innovation: Advancing the profession through novel ideas and collaborations in science, technology, education, and clinical practice
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