UNM Department of Dental Medicine Residency Clinic

UNM Department of Dental Medicine Residency Clinic is an academic dental facility operated by the University of New Mexico Department of Dental Medicine, located at 1801 Camino de Salud in the UNM Health Sciences campus area of Albuquerque, New Mexico. The clinic operates in the 87102 zip code near the core of the UNM Health Sciences Center complex.

A dental medicine residency clinic provides advanced dental care delivered by licensed dentists completing post-doctoral residency training under the supervision of experienced faculty clinicians. This model differs from a student training clinic, as residents are already credentialed dental professionals deepening their expertise in specific areas of practice. Patients at a residency clinic typically receive thorough, methodical care within an academic oversight framework.

General dentistry services at the residency clinic encompass examination, diagnosis, and routine restorative treatment. Depending on the residency program’s focus, additional services in areas such as oral medicine, complex restorations, or special-needs dentistry may also be available. Patients should contact the clinic directly to confirm the scope of services offered to community patients and any eligibility or scheduling requirements.

Academic dental residency programs are an important component of the dental workforce pipeline. Residents at these clinics have completed dental school and are gaining post-graduate clinical experience in supervised settings. The dual purpose — training the next generation of dentists while providing services to the public — is a model that benefits both patients and the profession.

The Camino de Salud location is within the UNM Health Sciences campus, adjacent to the UNM Hospital and adjacent health sciences facilities. The campus is accessible via Lomas Blvd NE and I-25, with parking available on the health sciences campus. Public transit options run along Lomas and Central Ave nearby.

Patients considering care at this facility should ask about appointment availability and request written cost estimates and a treatment plan before committing to any recommended course of treatment. To reach the clinic, use the contact details provided on this page.