University of California San Francisco
Excellence at every level of care
At the UCSF Dental Center, every patient receives care guided by compassion, innovation, and excellence. From routine cleanings and X-rays to complex treatments like implants, full-mouth reconstruction, or head and neck cancer care, our clinicians provide comprehensive services using the latest technologies and backed by the expertise of one of the world’s leading academic health institutions.
Get the care you need
At UCSF’s Dental Center, our experts provide a complete range of dental services—offering exceptional care for our community.
Payments and billing
Explore payment and insurance options, or ask questions about your bill.
Find a provider
We offer a variety of general dentistry and specialty services at our Mission Bay and Parnassus locations. Find out what clinic is right for you and book an appointment today.
Premier care by UCSF dental experts
The UCSF Dental Center draws upon the excellence of our faculty and residents to provide world-class oral health care to our local community.
UCSF is a world-renowned health care and research institution. Our top priority is excellent, patient-centered care.
At UCSF’s dental clinics, our expert faculty are involved in all levels of care, so you know you’re in good hands with the foremost dental experts in the world.
As a patient, you’ll have access to the full spectrum of oral care—from cleanings and x-rays to specialized treatment for complex conditions, all at the same location.
Our support staff are highly-qualified, experienced, and ready to provide you with the service you need.
Specialized dental services for every need
UCSF Dental Center has multiple clinics in our Parnassus and Mission Bay locations. There you can find a wide range of services from basic care to specialties like orthodontics and periodontics.
Serving more patients, in more ways
Our community clinics are here to make sure everyone has access to the excellence of UCSF School of Dentistry. Here are some facts to consider as you choose a partner in health.
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With fourteen specialty clinics across two San Francisco campuses, UCSF delivers exceptional care spanning all areas of dentistry—from preventative services to advanced specialties like orthodontics, implants, and maxillofacial surgery.
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Each year, more than 125,000 patients trust UCSF Dental Center for their care—reflecting our deep commitment to improving the health of our community.
Find the right provider for you
Patients can choose to be seen by a faculty-supervised dental student, a resident, or a member of our faculty, all of whom provide the highest standard when it comes to patient care.
Student dentists
As the next generation of dental professionals, our students are trained and supervised by our world-class faculty. They all have at least 1-2 years of experience, and are our lowest-cost option.
Residents
These trained dental professionals have at least 2 years of experience and offer care at a reasonable cost.
Faculty
Our faculty all have 6+ years of experience practicing dentistry and are considered experts in their field.
Your rights and policies
UCSF Dental Center is committed to protecting your privacy, ensuring equitable access to care, and upholding the highest ethical standards. Learn more about our patient policies and your rights as part of our community.
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Patient Privacy
Learn how UCSF Dentistry safeguards your health information and privacy.
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Notice of Nondiscrimination
UCSF Dentistry provides equal access to care for all patients.
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Dental Patient Bill of Rights and Responsibilities
Understand your rights and responsibilities as a UCSF Dental Center patient.
Get in touch
Have a question or need to schedule an appointment? Our team is here to help.