Howard University College of Dentistry is a school of dentistry located in the United States city of Washington, D.C. It is the only dental school in Washington, D.C..
History
Howard University College of Dentistry is a part of Howard University. The school was established in 1881 as the fifth oldest dental school in United States. The first African American and longest serving dean (1931-1966) was Russel A. Dixon. He was committed to racial integration and gender equality in dental education. By 1960, more than half of the US's 1,681 African American dentists were graduates of the Howard University College of Dentistry.
Academics
Howard University College of Dentistry awards following degrees: Doctor of Dental Surgery Certificate in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Certificate in Orthodontics Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry Certificate in Advanced Education Program in General Dentistry Certificate in General Practice Residency
Departments
Howard University College of Dentistry includes the following departments: Department of Restorative Services Department of Preventive Services Department of Dental Hygiene Department of Diagnostic Services Department of Endodontics Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department of Pediatric Dentistry Department of Orthodontics
Accreditation
Howard University College of Dentistry is currently accredited by American Dental Association.
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Dental schools in Washington, D.C. Educational institutions established in 1881 Howard University 1881 establishments in Washington, D.C.