Howard University College of Dentistry
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| Type | Private university |
|---|---|
| Established | 1881 |
| Dean | Dexter Woods |
| Location | , U.S. |
| Website | dentistry |
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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..
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.[1]
The first African-American dean and longest-serving dean (1931–1966) was Russel A. Dixon.[2] He was committed to racial integration and gender equality in dental education.[2]
By 1960, more than half of the US's 1,681 African American dentists were graduates of the Howard University College of Dentistry.[3]
On July 1, 1975, Jeanne Sinkford became the first female dean of any American dental school when she was appointed the dean of Howard University College of Dentistry.[4]
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
