The San Francisco campus of the University of the Pacific's Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry serves as the primary hub for dental education, renowned for its pioneering accelerated three-year Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) program—the only one of its kind in the United States. Located in the vibrant SoMa district, this state-of-the-art facility features advanced simulation laboratories, comprehensive clinics, and collaborative spaces that integrate biomedical sciences with hands-on clinical training from the earliest stages of study. The campus emphasizes patient-centered care, humanism in dentistry, evidence-based practice, and community service, preparing graduates to excel in diverse healthcare environments.
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS): A rigorous, year-round curriculum blending foundational sciences, preclinical skills, and extensive patient care experience across general and specialized dentistry.
- International Dental Studies (IDS): A two-year advanced standing program enabling foreign-trained dentists to obtain a U.S. DDS through intensive didactic and clinical coursework.
- Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene (BSDH): Focuses on preventive oral health, periodontology, radiology, and clinical practice for entry-level hygienists.
- Graduate Orthodontics Residency: Postgraduate training in orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning, and appliance fabrication.
- Endodontics Residency Programs: Including MS in Endodontology and dual-degree options, specializing in root canal therapy and pulp management.
- Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Internship: Hands-on experience in surgical procedures and hospital dentistry.
- Special Care/Hospital Dentistry Internship: Training for treating patients with disabilities and complex medical needs.
- Anesthesiology Internship and Dental Sleep Medicine Fellowship: Advanced skills in sedation, pain management, and sleep-disordered breathing.
The campus supports cutting-edge research in cariology, biomaterials, digital dentistry, and oral microbiology, with faculty-led initiatives enhancing teaching and clinical outcomes.
