University of Illinois at Chicago
College of Dentistry
801 S. Paulina Street
Chicago, IL  60612
312-996-7558

• Thank you for considering the University of Illinois at Chicago/College of Dentistry for your dental needs. The Dental Clinics of the College of Dentistry offer a complete range of dental and oral health services. The dental clinics are primarily scheduled for patients who have dental treatment needs that correspond to the teaching needs of our students. Care is available in a variety of settings for patients with both simple and complex needs.
• The College of Dentistry is not a free clinic. We operate on a reduced fee schedule (except for the Allen W. Anderson Faculty Dental Practice). The cost of treatment provided by student dentists is lower than private practitioners, but will take longer than in most private dental offices.
• After a complete evaluation of your dental needs, you will receive an estimate of the costs of treatment. Payment is required at the time of treatment for patients treated in the student clinics.
• Fees for treatment in the Allen W. Anderson Faculty Dental Practice are comparable to those of a private dental office in the area.
• General Student Teaching Clinics Most services are provided in our student teaching clinics where individuals learning to become dentists, dental specialists, or dental hygienists are carefully supervised by dental faculty.
• Specialty / Advanced Clinics provide advanced treatment in the following areas:
  • Endodontics
  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Oral Medicine Clinic
  • Orthodontics
  • Pediatric Dentistry
  • Periodontics
  • Prosthodontics and Implants
• The Allen W. Anderson Faculty Practice General dentists and dental specialists from our faculty provide an extensive range of state-of-the-art services for individuals of all ages in a setting similar to private practice.
• For information on becoming a patient, click here.

Department of Patient Services & Clinics: Becoming a Patient

·                            The Dental Clinics of the University of Illinois at Chicago, College of Dentistry offers a complete range of quality dental and oral health services. The University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry is committed to serving the oral health needs of Chicago and neighboring communities, however due to our restricted capacity; we must limit the number of patients seen daily.

·                            Comprehensive Care (Adult)

·                            Most services are provided in our student teaching clinics where individuals learning to become dentists, dental specialists, or dental hygienists are carefully supervised by dental faculty.

o                           Entry into a clinic is through a screening process which occurs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Doors open at 7:30A.M. Individuals are seen on a first come first seen basis. Restricted capacity applies.

o                           Patients who are accepted for treatment, ultimately by the Managing Partner, are assigned wihin approximately sixty (60) days to one of our six group practices and remain a patient in that practice on a continuous basis. Patients are assigned to a student dentist who will arrange appointments, provide general dentistry services, and arrange for specialty consultations and treatment. Dental care is closely supervised by faculty.

o                           During student breaks, holidays, licensing exams and graduation, appointments may not be available.

o                           Treatment is on a fee for service basis. There is an initial screening fee. In general, fees in the student program are less than those in a private office setting.

·                            Urgent Care Clinic (Adult)

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§                                 Adults (15 and above) with severe pain, swelling, or infection may be seen for treatment for urgent problems only, subject to space availability.

§                                 Urgent Care Clinic is open Monday through Friday and registration begins at 8:00 A.M. Patients will be seen on a first come, first seen basis. Doors open at 7:30 A.M.

§                                 There is a diagnostic initial fee. There are additional fees, if specific treatment is warranted, payment in full is due at the time of service. The college accepts cash, credit/debit card, check or public aid cards.

§                                 Urgent Care may be limited due to student breaks, holidays, licensing exams and graduation.

·                            Pediatric Care (Children)

§                                 The pediatric clinic treats urgent cases daily on a first come, first seen basis. Registration starts at 8:00 A.M. and slots are limited.

§                                 Screenings for children are conducted by appointment at 9:00 A.M. and 1:30 p.m. , Monday through Friday, in the Pediatric Dentistry Clinic on the second floor, call (312) 996-7532. Children who are accepted for comprehensive treatment will be scheduled for additional appointments.

§                                 Generally children, 14 years or younger, are seen in the Pediatric clinics. On occasion, exceptions by age will be made for individuals referred to and accepted by the Department of Pediatric Dentistry.

·                            Specialty Clinics

·                            Orthodontic, Endodontic, Periodontic, Prosthodontic and Oral Surgery treatment are available in our post-doctoral clinics. Treatment is provided by dentists and faculty who have chosen to specialize in one of the above areas. Patients may call the main number at (312) 996-7555 and listen for the appropriate prompt.

·                            Advanced Clinic(s)

·                            Oral Medicine: Diagnosis and treatment is available for oral mucosal soft tissue diseases including yeast and viral infections, oral manifestations of autoimmune/connective tissue diseases and salivary gland disorders, temporomandibular disorders/orofacial pain conditions in the Oral Medicine Clinic from healthcare providers desiring further concentration on oral medicine. Referrals are also accepted from our general dentistry clinics or by calling the Oral Medicine Clinic at 312-355-1222.

·                            Faculty Dental Practice

·                            The Allen W. Anderson Faculty Dental Practice provides quality comprehensive oral health care in a private practice setting. Fees for treatment in the faculty dental practice are comparable to those charged by private dentists in the area.

Department of Patient Services: Hours, Location & Cost

• Hours
• Registration and initial screenings start at 8:00 AM; however, patient care does not begin until 9:00 - 10:00 AM depending on each specific clinic.
• Urgent Care (limited number: first-come, first serve) 
  Monday through Friday - doors open at 7:30am.
• Screenings (limited number: adults 15 and over) 
  Mondays, Wednesdays or Fridays - doors open at 7:30am. (first come, first serve)
• Pediatric Clinic (limited number: children 14 and under) 
  Registration: Monday through Friday at 8:00 am
• Location
• The College of Dentistry is located in the Illinois Medical District, southwest of downtown Chicago at 801 South Paulina Street (at the northwest corner of Polk and Paulina).
• How to Get Here
  By train
  The Cermak/54th (Douglas) branch of the CTA Blue Line and the CTA Pink Line stop at Polk Street, across from the entrance to the College. (CTA map)
• By bus 
  The Number 7 Harrison bus, the Number 9 Ashland bus, and the Number 37 Sedgewick/Ogden bus all stop nearby.
• By car 
  Parking is available in structures located at the corner of Taylor and Paulina and Taylor and Wood Streets. Limited parking is also available across the street from the College on Paulina Street. Validation for reduced rates is available to patients in our clinics.
• Cost of Service
• The College of Dentistry is not a free clinic. We operate on a reduced fee schedule (except for the Allen W. Anderson Faculty Dental Practice). The cost of treatment provided by student dentists is lower than private practitioners, but will take longer than in most private dental offices.
• After a complete evaluation of your dental needs, you will receive an estimate of the costs of treatment. Payment is required at the time of treatment for patients treated in student clinics.
• Fees for treatment in the Allen W. Anderson Faculty Dental Practice are comparable to those charged by private dentists in the area.
• Payment Methods 
  We accept cash, personal checks, money orders, Visa, MasterCard, and Discover, American Express & Debit Card transactions.
• Medicaid (Public Aid) 
  We also accept Medicaid (public aid) cards for covered Medicaid (public aid) services in most College of Dentistry Clinics. Adults have limited coverage in Illinois. Children have a broader range of covered benefits. It is the patient's and/or parent's/guardian's responsibility to know and understand their applicable covered benefits. Patients: If you have specific questions regarding your coverage or benefits please contact Doral Dental USA at 1-888-286-2447.
• The Allen W. Anderson Faculty Dental Practice and Graduate Prosthodontics (Room 361) do not accept Medicaid (public aid).
• Insurance
  We provide information for insurance claims and will assist patients in filing claims when applicable. Individuals who qualify may request special payment arrangements for orthodontic treatment or other complex treatments.

Department of Patient Services & Clinics: Specialty / Advanced Clinics

• Root canal therapy and related services are offered in the Endodontic Clinic using an array of state-of-the-art equipment and techniques, including sophisticated surgical microscopes. Patients may be referred to this clinic after initial screening, as part of their treatment in the College, or on recommendation of a private dentist. All patients must undergo screening in the admitting clinic before assignment to the endodontic clinic. For information about admitting please call 312-996-7555. For patients who have cleared screening, are awaiting appointments, or are already in treatment call (312) 355-3615.
• Surgical treatment of dental and facial infections, tumors, injuries, and other conditions of the teeth and jaws are provided in our out-patient clinic and in the hospital setting. For information, call (312) 996-7496.
• Comprehensive treatment of malocclusion problems ("braces") is available for children and adults in our pleasant, open-design clinic. Patients who are interested in treatment should call the receptionist at (312) 996-7505 to schedule a screening appointment. There is no charge for the initial evaluation. Minor tooth movement procedures may be provided by student dentists under the supervision of faculty. Most comprehensive orthodontic treatment is provided by dentists in training to become orthodontists. Orthodontic services from simple to complex are also available through the faculty practice.
• The Department of Pediatric Dentistry serves as the oral health care safety net for the children in the State of Illinois and provides care for a diverse patient population as a part of its training program. The bustling pre-doctoral and postgraduate clinics are responsible for more than 17,000 patient visits annually. In addition, postgraduate students as well as those enrolled in the DDS program visit local schools to teach students and parents proper oral health skills. The pediatric clinic treats urgent cases daily on a first come, first seen basis. Registration starts at 8 a.m. and slots are limited. Screenings for children are conducted by appointment at 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. , Monday through Friday, in the Pediatric Dentistry Clinic on the second floor. Call (312) 996-7532. Children who are accepted for comprehensive treatment will be scheduled for additional appointments.
• Our Postgraduate Periodontics program offers treatment of the gingiva ("gums") and supporting structures of the teeth, including diagnosis, prevention, surgery, and maintenance utilizing the most up to date cutting edge therapies available. We also provide comprehensive and collaborative implant care including treatment planning, surgical placement, and implant site development. Treatment is provided by dentists training to be specialists in Periodontics. Patients needing care may contact our clinic directly. Referrals are accepted from private practitioners to our specialty training program. For information, call (312) 996-7374 or visit the department website.
• Individuals with complex dental problems can receive treatment from dentists training to be specialists in Prosthodontics. The specialty involved with Esthetic, Implant, and Reconstructive Dentistry. This program is ideal for patients who are missing one, several, or all of their teeth. It particularly relates to individuals with complicated needs for dentures, crowns, bridges, and implants. Appointments may be arranged by referral from our adult general dentistry clinics or by calling the Prosthodontics Clinic at (312) 996-9223.
• Diagnosis and treatment is available for oral mucosal soft tissue diseases including yeast and viral infections, oral manifestations of autoimmune/connective tissue diseases and salivary gland disorders, temporomandibular disorders/orofacial pain conditions in the Oral Medicine Clinic from healthcare providers desiring further concentration on oral medicine. Referrals are also accepted from our general dentistry clinics or by calling the Oral Medicine Clinic at 312-355-1222.

 The College of Dentistry’s patient care philosophy, educational direction, and physical facilities emphasize preparing highly qualified oral health care professionals; providing comprehensive and compassionate patient-centered care; and creating a clinical education model that reflects the best practices of general dental practitioners and assures the achievement of core competencies.

The College’s mission is to “promote optimum oral and general health to the people of the State of Illinois and worldwide through excellence in education, patient care, research, and service.” To help achieve this mission, the College has developed several community-based education goals. These include:

1) Providing patient-centered care that is comprehensive and compassionate for culturally diverse populations; and

2) Providing student-oriented education programs that prepare individuals for the thoughtful, ethical practice of dentistry and life-long learning. Additionally, the College plans to address community and regional health care needs through outreach initiatives, educational programs, consulting, and referral services. It also plans to play a leadership role in forming healthcare policy at the university, state, and national levels. 

Project Activities 
Over the next two years, the College of Dentistry will:

• Provide community-based experiences to students in all four years of dental school.
• Continue to provide 60 days of extramural rotations to all senior students.
• Continue to encourage faculty and staff to integrate community-based experiences into the curriculum.
• Collaborate with the State of Illinois on the “Illinois Initiative for Dental Public/Community Oral Health Infrastructure Development,” a state project to ensure that there are enough community oral health professionals in Illinois.
• Increase underrepresented minority student, faculty, and staff recruitment and retention ‘within the College and Illinois’ oral health workforce.
• Apply for grants to expand the extramural program to include sites in rural Illinois.

For more information and student testimonials about the extramural rotations please visit

The College of Dentistry’s patient care philosophy, educational direction, and physical facilities emphasize preparing highly qualified oral health care professionals; providing comprehensive and compassionate patient-centered care; and creating a clinical education model that reflects the best practices of general dental practitioners and assures the achievement of core competencies.