The Indiana University School of Dentistry has been advancing oral health in the state and beyond since 1879, when it was founded as the Indiana Dental College. Over the past 145 years, we’ve become a national leader in preparing oral health professionals, conducting innovative research that has an impact on patients and the profession, and providing patient-centered care.
We’re located on the IU Indianapolis campus in downtown Indianapolis, in close proximity to the IU School of Medicine, the IU School of Nursing, the IU Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health, several major hospitals, and the Roudebush VA Medical Center.
1879year founded
80%of Indiana dentists are alumni
19,000patients receive care each year
No matter what your career goals are, the School of Dentistry has an academic program that will help you achieve them. We offer 11 degree and certificate programs that will prepare you for a successful career in dentistry or an allied health profession.
As a patient at the School of Dentistry, you’ll get quality dental care at an affordable cost. We offer a full range of oral health care services, from cleanings and fillings to root canals, braces, and dentures.
To make an appointment, contact Patient Services at 317-274-7433.
Find out how to become a patientResearchers at the School of Dentistry played a key role in one of the most significant public health advancements in human history: the development of the first fluoride toothpaste. Today School of Dentistry researchers are carrying on that legacy of innovation as they make strides in areas such as cariology, dental informatics, and bone and tissue engineering.
Learn about our research
Each spring semester, IUSD gathers to celebrate extraordinary students from all of that year’s graduating classes. This year’s Awards banquet, held at the Scottish Rite Cathedral on April 11, 2025, divvied out more than 65 awards, honors, and recognitions.
33rd Annual Research Day celebrates extensive IUSD accomplishments
The fourth floor of the IU Indianapolis Campus Center transformed into a cornucopia of dental knowledge and achievements for IUSD’s 33rd Annual Research Day on April 10, 2025. Following a year with record-high awards, there’s no shortage of impactful research conducted within the halls of IUSD.
Dr. Ty Campbell receives 2025 IU Indianapolis Spirit of Philanthropy Award
On April 8th Ty and Sara Campbell were recognized as IUSD’s 2025 Spirit of Philanthropy recipients. Established in 1989, the IU Indianapolis Spirit of Philanthropy Award recognizes individuals and organizations dedicated to supporting the IU Indianapolis campus and who generously contribute and provide volunteer leadership to enhance opportunities for students, faculty, and staff at IU Indianapolis.
