Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health
Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health is a private dental school in Mesa, Arizona.
The Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health is a private dental school located in Mesa, Arizona, and is part of A.T. Still University. The school awards the Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree, which is equivalent to the Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree and represents the predoctoral dental qualification.
As a CODA-accredited dental school, the Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health's predoctoral program leads to the DMD degree and prepares graduates for dental licensure. Prospective students should verify current program details, specific admission requirements, and accreditation status directly with the school and the Commission on Dental Accreditation.
School details
| Dental school | Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health |
|---|---|
| Parent university | A.T. Still University |
| City | Mesa |
| State | Arizona |
| Institution type | Private |
| Predoctoral degree | Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) |
| School established | 2003 |
DDS vs. DMD. U.S. dental schools award one of two predoctoral degrees: the Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or the Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD). The two degrees are equivalent — they have the same curriculum requirements and accreditation, and graduates of both take the same licensing exams. Which one a school awards is simply a naming choice.
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Where is Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health located?
Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health is located in Mesa, Arizona.
Is Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health a public or private dental school?
Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health is a private dental school, part of A.T. Still University.
What degree does Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health award?
Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health awards the Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD). The DDS and DMD are equivalent predoctoral dental degrees with the same accreditation and licensing pathway.
How do I apply to dental school?
Most U.S. dental schools admit students through the ADEA AADSAS centralized application and consider the Dental Admission Test (DAT), prerequisite coursework, GPA, and other factors. Requirements vary by school — check the school's admissions page and the ADEA for current details.
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About this data. School names, locations, public/private control, and the predoctoral degree awarded are compiled from the American Dental Association, the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA), the ADEA, and U.S. Department of Education IPEDS. Always confirm current details with the school and CODA before making decisions. This site is informational only and is not affiliated with any school.