Since 1882, the University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics has been a leader in patient care, dental education, and oral science research, and as the only dental school in the State of Iowa, we are asource of great strength and pride for the state.
As an essential part of the University of Iowa academic health campus, ourdental clinics havemore than170,000 patients visitsper year. The college also has26 community programs focused on children, patients with special needs, and seniors, including an award-winning Geriatrics Mobile Dental Unit. Our dental clinics are an essential resource to the state helping people and communities meet their dentalcare needs.
Dental students admitted to our highly competitive and comprehensive DDS program receive education in new knowledge, technical excellence, ethics, and practice management with a strong emphasis on critical thinking and problem-based learning. This educationalcurriculumhas been instrumental in educating excellentdentists andspecialists across Iowa and the world, as 78% of Iowa dentists are graduates of the college.
Ourunique third-year curriculum consists of clerkships that offer experiences in a wide range of dental specialties, and after four years, dental students at Iowa have more clinical experiencethando dental students at any other dental school in the country.
The college has as many recognized ADA dental specialties as any dental school in the country, each of which is incorporated into our dental curriculum and inadvanced training programs. These specialties include:
Thecollege'sSeed Grant program is one program designed to support innovative projects from early career investigators with the aim of encouraging research and generating data that will enable the awardees to be competitive for peer-reviewed grants from national funding agencies.
The University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics 2020-2025 Strategic Plan is focused on the core values and vision of student success; research and discovery; engagement; and diversity, equity and inclusion.
Create an environment for students to succeed that encompasses a contemporary curriculum intentionally balanced to promote student well-being while grounded in exceptional educational and clinical experiences that prepares students to become compassionate healthcare providers and team members. Be a national leader in teaching and learning as indicated through peer reviewed models, invited presentations, and national review panels.
We can meet our student success goal #1 if we develop an intentional, coordinated, integrated curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking and evolving areas such as digital dentistry so students are more adaptive and equipped for placement.
We can meet our student success goal #3 if we develop and provide students with intentional and relevant experiences that build healthcare leadership and team skills that enable them to provide person-centered care (PCC).
Sustain and enhance our educational, research, and clinical missions to prepare leaders in oral health through engagement. Provide excellent oral healthcare in an innovative, multidisciplinary, and person-centered model while embracing proven technologies to advance oral health. Serve as an oral health advocate for all citizens in the state, nation, and world through actively engaging faculty, staff, alumni, friends, and other key stakeholders to improve the oral health of the public.
We can meet Goal #2 if we implement research-based strategies to improve acceptance rate and timely graduation of diverse students and adequate training to recruit, retain and advance a diverse community.
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Rating 3.2 out of 5 based on 16 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestMaria Knight
2 years ago
Very condescending regarding patient concerns. My husband had his wisdom teeth removed and had some heavy bleeding (apparently was not swallowing enough-we didn't know this at the time) so I called their office to share our concerns about 30 minutes after leaving and that we were just down the street and would like to stop back by for the dentist to take a look. The nurse insisted my husband was fine and that they were going to close soon, so we shouldn't come in. I insisted and at this time disclosed I was a nurse and her tune changed. The office was going to close in 15 minutes and we were in the parking lot as a I called. Completely inappropriate and unprofessional. Upon arrival, the nurse made a comment similar to "we do this all the time so what seems like a lot of blood to others is no big deal." That is probably true and I could say the same for my recurrent chief complaints in my specialty. However, no patient should feel like they are unable to address concerns in fear of feeling degraded. I am a healthcare professional and I felt uncomfortable. Do better, your patients deserve it.
Angie Guss
2 years ago
I would have to agree with other reviewers. I was referred for a consult to see Dr Fridrich. We made the appointment on November 29 for February 24. I was even called to get in sooner however I was out of state at the time so I kept the February appointment. I called to confirm the appointment two days prior. I get a voicemail later in the day saying the appointment should have been scheduled at the hospital. I called them back not quite happy. The receptionist blamed my dentist's office for the referral to the wrong place and stated that the referral was not specific enough. My dentist holds this office in high regard and this office did not take accountability for their lack of action. I am highly disappointed. So the other office at the hospital dentistry and they got me in for March 8 due to this mistake. Well turns out they had to cancel for a legitimate reason and told me Dr Fridrich ws not willing to get me in sooner and they offered a June 8 appointment. That office was not understanding and would not empathize with my feedback regarding this surgeon and his staff. If I am going to shell out thousands of dollars for my dental care, I am not putting up with this. So disappointed and I am sure my dentist whom he holds Dr Fridrich in high regard is not happy about it either.
Chase Kress
2 years ago
I was super nervous getting my wisdom teeth out but it was such a smooth process.
Jacki Marquardt
2 years ago
As stated by others, the office staff is brusque, rude, not empathetic. Every single time I've had an interaction with them, starting with the consult, they acted like we were an imposition. Following my child's wisdom teeth extraction, we had a concern about continued bleeding, and when I called, the receptionist audibly heaved a sigh when I stated my concern. We had another concern a week later, but didn't call because I didn't want to be treated like an idiot. If you have a choice, go elsewhere.
Holly s
2 years ago
My daughter and I have both had wisdom teeth removed here and had a great experience.
Anne Edwards
2 years ago
I've been here several times and have always had great professional experiences. Would recommend!
Anne Edwards
3 years ago
I've been here several times and have always had great professional experiences. Would recommend!
Rauni P
3 years ago
Reception was rude. I felt very judged when I walked in :(
Jacki Marquardt
3 years ago
As stated by others, the office staff is brusque, rude, not empathetic. Every single time I've had an interaction with them, starting with the consult, they acted like we were an imposition. Following my child's wisdom teeth extraction, we had a concern about continued bleeding, and when I called, the receptionist audibly heaved a sigh when I stated my concern. We had another concern a week later, but didn't call because I didn't want to be treated like an idiot. If you have a choice, go elsewhere.
Holly s
3 years ago
My daughter and I have both had wisdom teeth removed here and had a great experience.
Libby SupremePizza
3 years ago
I'm waiting in the room for the dentist and I can hear the staff saying very rude things about me. Do not come here.
Rauni P
3 years ago
Reception was rude. I felt very judged when I walked in :(
AJ
3 years ago
The surgeon himself was very nice. But the receptionists on the other hand, woo, were they rude. First, they kept calling me the wrong name even though I told them it wasn't my name several times even though they claimed that I answered to that name of "Bryce." Second, they moved my appointment from 8:00 am to 9:15 am just because I didn't get a chance to pick up the phone the day before. When I told them (remind you, in a calm and pleasant way), they were incredibly passive aggressive. All they did was criticize for not being able to pick up the phone. Continuing, the call back number was a "blind number" so after they did call it was actually impossible to call them back. Overall, nurse and surgeon were very nice but the receptionists made the otherwise 5 star experience to a 2 star experience.
N. C. Weber
3 years ago
I had to have my wisdom teeth pulled. I was shaking i was so nervous. But the doctors and nurses were so helpful and caring. It was quick and efficient and I'm glad I got it done. Thank you Hawkeye Oral Surgery for making it as stress-free and painless as possible. I give them 5 stars. Keep up the great work. Will definitely recommend to others.
N. C. Weber
4 years ago
I had to have my wisdom teeth pulled. I was shaking i was so nervous. But the doctors and nurses were so helpful and caring. It was quick and efficient and I'm glad I got it done. Thank you Hawkeye Oral Surgery for making it as stress-free and painless as possible. I give them 5 stars. Keep up the great work. Will definitely recommend to others.
Libby SupremePizza
4 years ago
I'm waiting in the room for the dentist and I can hear the staff saying very rude things about me. Do not come here.
AJ
4 years ago
The surgeon himself was very nice. But the receptionists on the other hand, woo, were they rude. First, they kept calling me the wrong name even though I told them it wasn't my name several times even though they claimed that I answered to that name of "Bryce." Second, they moved my appointment from 8:00 am to 9:15 am just because I didn't get a chance to pick up the phone the day before. When I told them (remind you, in a calm and pleasant way), they were incredibly passive aggressive. All they did was criticize for not being able to pick up the phone. Continuing, the call back number was a "blind number" so after they did call it was actually impossible to call them back. Overall, nurse and surgeon were very nice but the receptionists made the otherwise 5 star experience to a 2 star experience.
Bill Surrington
4 years ago
Do not go here! There are plenty of other options in IC that are far better. Staff lacks the drive to excel in their profession instead they seem to focus on getting patients in and out. Sacrificing the patients knowledge and comfortabiltity with what's going on.
Linda Schlote
5 years ago
I took my 84 year old mother in to get her tooth pulled and they were not able to numb it after 8 shots of novacaine, which I know sometimes happens. It was a very painful and traumatic experience as she already was in pain before we came. The Dr. wrote Rx for Motrin 600Mg and it did not help. I think he should have given her something stonger in the beginning. I called office the next day to get stronger pain medicine and Nurse told me there was no Dr. in office on that day and I would need to make an appointment for the next day to get pain meds. Nurse said I should maybe see regular physician as pain might be due to other issues. Really? We never went back and she still is in pain 5 days later. Very disappointed in after care. She has an appointment to see her regular physician. Also she has no dental insurance so they got 100% of charge which they would not have gotten if she did have coverage.
Bill Surrington
5 years ago
Do not go here! There are plenty of other options in IC that are far better. Staff lacks the drive to excel in their profession instead they seem to focus on getting patients in and out. Sacrificing the patients knowledge and comfortabiltity with what's going on.
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