About Us

Established in 1878, Penn Dental Medicine is among the oldest university-affiliated dental schools in the nation. Penn’s 12 schools are located on a singular campus within walking distance of one another.

From The Dean

Mark S, Wolff, DDS, PhD, is the Morton Amsterdam Dean of Penn Dental Medicine.

Mission Statement and Vision

School Leadership

Advisory Boards

Members of Penn Dental Medicine’s advisory boards help define and implement the School’s strategic mission and goals. The boards include the Board of Advisors, the Dean's Council, and the Alumni Society Executive Committee.

A Year in Review: 2021

Highlights from 2021 in the areas of education, research, patient care, and philanthropy.

Profile at a Glance

A quick overview of the School's academic programs, research, patient care, and centers.

News & Events

Find recent news, the calendar of events, the Penn Dental Journal, and media contacts for connecting to faculty experts.

White Coat Ceremony

This annual tradition welcomes the incoming class to the study of dental medicine. The Class of 2026 White Coat Ceremony was held Thursday, August 11. View a video of the ceremony.

Commencement 2022

Congratulations Class of 2022! View a video of the full commencement ceremony here.

Faculty Directory

Search for faculty by name or department.

University Policies

History

Project Accessible Oral Health

Penn Dental Medicine is the administrative home of Project Accessible Oral Health, a public-private partnership devoted to enhancing the wellness of people with disabilities.

Penn Dental Medicine Climate Connection Statement

Interested in attending Penn Dental Medicine? Admissions

The Robert Schattner Center, University of Pennsylvania, School of Dental Medicine 240 South 40th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6030