Harvard School of Dental Medicine

Transforming dental education

We educate clinicians, educators, researchers, and leaders in the profession, lead the way in musculoskeletal research, and offer students public health opportunities in local communities and across the globe. Explore our programs.

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Who is HSDM?

Located in Boston’s Longwood Medical Area, HSDM is a top U.S. dental school and the only Harvard school offering direct patient care. Its integrated curriculum and innovative research prepare leaders in dentistry. 

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Predoctoral students

108

Postdoctoral students

300+

Faculty

56K+

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Upcoming Events

LECTURE AND AWARD CEREMONY

2026 Paul Goldhaber Award Lecture

Join Dr. George Hajishengallis, professor at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, for “The Thrill of the Chase: From Dental Plaque to the Bone Marrow.” Discover how unexpected findings led him to explore connections between oral inflammation and disease throughout the body. Come early for refreshments and conversation at a special tea time.

Monday, November 30, 2026 
Tea: 3:00–4:00 PM | REB Lobby
Lecture: 4:00–5:30 PM | REB Auditorium and Zoom
190 Longwood Ave, Boston

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HSDM Alumni and Friends Reception at ACP
November 12, 2026
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6:00PM - 8:00PM EST
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Hyatt Regency Chicago

Join us for a joint HSDM, Tufts, BU, and Rutgers alumni and friends reception during the American College of Prosthodontists annual session in Chicago.

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Be a part of a dynamic and diverse community dedicated to shaping the future of dental medicine and creating the next generation of leaders in the field.  

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Explore our programs

DMD program

We offer DMD candidates an unparalleled opportunity to draw on the resources of a world-renowned University and medical centers in their dental education. 

Advanced graduate programs

Our advanced graduate education (AGE) programs offer the opportunity to earn a Master of Medical Sciences (MMSc) or Doctor of Medical Sciences (DMSc) degree, along with a certificate in a specialty field.

Continuing education

We host many regional, national, and international ADA-accredited continuing education courses throughout the year in several different fields.