The Department of Predoctoral Dental Education oversees the Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) program and the Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) residency, uniting both under a coordinated leadership structure that supports the development of future general dentists and advanced general dentistry residents. As the region’s leader in clinical education and patient care, the UT San Antonio School of Dentistry offers a multidisciplinary, clinically focused curriculum led by world-renowned clinical experts and scientists, preparing students and residents for the full spectrum of dental careers. With integrated basic and clinical sciences, early clinical exposure, advanced technologies, collaborative training with dental hygiene and extensive outreach opportunities, the department offers a comprehensive educational environment where students and residents grow as skilled clinicians and leaders in oral health.
Diane J. Sullivan, DDS, Founding ChairAs the academic home where future dentists begin their journey, we cultivate an environment centered on evidence‑based science, excellence in dental education and compassionate patient care.