"Being a leader takes courage. Penn Dental Medicine has never shied away from that role. Our faculty, students and alumni are second to none and our contributions to education, research and patient care continue to raise the bar. As dental science and education enter a new era, we invite you to join our campaign to secure our leadership role for generations to come."

—Dr. Lawrence Kessler (C'66, D'70), Campaign Chair

Think how much dental medicine has changed in the past 30 years. Now imagine what the next 30 years will look like.

New research and emerging technologies are already revolutionizing treatment models and standards of care. The impact of oral health on conditions such as diabetes and low birth weight is calling attention to the urgency of preventive science. Patients are demanding tomorrow's capabilities today.

Penn Dental Medicine is among the oldest and most respected schools in the country. We take pride in our history – but we're not done making it.

As part of the University of Pennsylvania's Making History campaign, Penn Dental Medicine seeks to raise $36 million in new resources. We will use this funding to evolve our curriculum, conduct groundbreaking research, attract faculty and students from around the globe and shape the leaders of tomorrow.

Please join us as we build on our tradition of excellence, transform dental education and bring new ideas to our patients and the world.

Here's What Leading the Profession Will Support: First-Class Facilities $17.5 million to provide a top-notch environment for training and treatment Outstanding Faculty $13.5 million to recruit and retain great minds in dental medicine Exceptional Students $4.5 million to attract the leaders of tomorrow