Departments
Texas A&M College of Dentistry is organized into academic and administrative departments that support our faculty and student in their pursuit of academic excellence, trailblazing research, and community-centered care and service.
Academic Departments
Biomedical Sciences provides the essential foundation of basic biological and physical sciences, conducting research and education that underpins clinical dentistry.
Focused on general dental practice, Comprehensive Dentistry trains students in restorative procedures and total patient care to prepare them for a career as general dentists.
Dental Hygiene educates students in preventive oral health care and health promotion, preparing them for licensure and practice as professional dental hygienists.
Encompassing oral pathology, radiology, and oral medicine, Diagnostic Sciences specializes in identifying, diagnosing, and managing diseases affecting the oral and maxillofacial regions.
Endodontics focuses on the biology, pathology, and treatment of the dental pulp and periradicular tissues, primarily through root canal therapy to save natural teeth.
Graduate Prosthodontics trains residents in the complex diagnosis, treatment planning, and restoration of teeth using fixed, removable, and implant-supported prosthetics.
This surgical specialty focuses on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of diseases, injuries, and defects involving the hard and soft tissues of the head, neck, face, and jaw.
Orthodontics specializes in the diagnosis, prevention, and correction of malpositioned teeth and jaw irregularities using braces, aligners, and other appliances.
Pediatric Dentistry provides comprehensive oral health care and therapeutic management specifically for infants, children, adolescents, and individuals with special health care needs.
Periodontics specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of gum diseases and the supporting structures of the teeth, as well as the surgical placement of dental implants.
Public Health Sciences focuses on population-based oral health, emphasizing community dentistry, epidemiology, and health policy to improve access to care and overall public health.
Graduate Studies oversees the administration and curriculum of advanced education programs, master's degrees, and PhD tracks for residents and researchers pursuing specialization.
College Offices & Professional Services
The Office of Marketing & Communications publishes College of Dentistry news, photos and video, as well as maintaining the Texas A&M branding across off of its media products.
A division of Texas A&M Human Resources and Organizational Effectiveness (HROE), HR at the College of Dentistry cultivates a great work environment and enhances organization success.
Our Facilities team is committed to providing prompt, high-quality service ensuring all campus facilities are safe and functional. Services include routine maintenance and repair requests.
The Security staff at Texas A&M College of Dentistry makes providing a safe and secure environment for our students, faculty, staff and campus visitors their highest priority.