LSU Health New Orleans School of Dentistry
LSU Health New Orleans School of Dentistry is a public dental school in New Orleans, Louisiana.
LSU Health New Orleans School of Dentistry is the dental school of Louisiana State University, located in New Orleans, Louisiana. It is a public institution that awards the Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree, which is equivalent to the Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree conferred by other dental schools.
As a Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)-accredited dental school, the predoctoral program leads to the dental degree and prepares graduates for licensure. Prospective students should verify current program details, admission requirements, and accreditation status directly with LSU Health New Orleans School of Dentistry and CODA.
School details
| Dental school | LSU Health New Orleans School of Dentistry |
|---|---|
| Parent university | Louisiana State University |
| City | New Orleans |
| State | Louisiana |
| Institution type | Public |
| Predoctoral degree | Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) |
| School established | 1968 |
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 LSU Health New Orleans School of Dentistry located?
LSU Health New Orleans School of Dentistry is located in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Is LSU Health New Orleans School of Dentistry a public or private dental school?
LSU Health New Orleans School of Dentistry is a public dental school, part of Louisiana State University.
What degree does LSU Health New Orleans School of Dentistry award?
LSU Health New Orleans School of Dentistry awards the Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS). 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.