Divisions and Units

Divisions

  • Diagnostic Sciences

    The Division of Diagnostic Sciences focuses on oral radiology and oral pathology through a combination of basic science and general dentistry, guides the diagnosis of oral diseases and helps develop patient treatment plans.

  • Pediatric and Public Health

    The Division of Pediatric and Population Health provides oral health care for individuals from infancy through adolescence, and promotes the prevention of oral disease.

  • Comprehensive Oral Health

    The Division of Comprehensive Oral Health works seamlessly across multiple specialties to ensure patients experience frictionless oral health care treatment. This collaborative team of oral health care professionals diagnoses and treats defects, restoring and promoting improved oral and overall health.

  • Craniofacial and Surgical Care

    The Division of Craniofacial and Surgical Care provides a diverse approach to treatment for patients with craniofacial or oral and maxillofacial conditions, including those with multiple or complex oral health problems.

  • Oral and Craniofacial Health Sciences

    The Division of Oral and Craniofacial Health Sciences encompasses the faculty, research fellows and visiting scholars who generate new knowledge in the basic, applied and clinical sciences, health services, health policy and health education.

Units

  • Dean's Office

    The Dean’s Office provides oversight for the school and serves as the liaison to the University, citizens, alumni and friends.

  • Academic Affairs

    The UNC Adams School of Dentistry Office of Academic Affairs closely oversees the various educational programs and supports academic excellence.

  • Advancement

    The Dental Foundation of North Carolina, Inc. supports and enriches the school through private contributions.

  • Clinical Operations

    The Office of Clinical Operations is responsible for overseeing patient care. Services include resolving patient issues, providing quality assurance, maintaining infection control, administering regulatory compliance and preserving fiscal stability.

  • Continuing Dental Education

    The mission of Office of Continuing Dental Education (CDE) is to improve the knowledge base and advance the practice of dentistry through quality educational activities. By offering activities that feature current research in science and technology, we help dentists and dental team members advance their knowledge and skills, and promote innovations in the field.

  • Interprofessional Education and Practice

    Interprofessional education occurs when students from two or more professions learn about, from and with each other to enable effective collaboration and improve health outcomes. A collaborative practice-ready workforce is a specific way of describing health workers who have received effective training in interprofessional education.