Mission and purpose

Mission

Loma Linda University School of Dentistry seeks to further the healing and teaching ministry of Jesus Christ by providing an environment wherein:

Students learn to provide high quality oral health care based on sound scientific principles

Patients receive competent care, which is preventive in purpose, comprehensive in scope, and provided with compassion and respect

Faculty, students, and staff value the patient relationship, respect diversity, and share responsibility by working together toward academic, professional, spiritual, and personal growth

Scholarly activity and research provide a foundation for evidence-based learning and enhance whole person care

The workplace environment attracts and retains a superior and diverse faculty and staff who motivate, educate, and serve

Our communities (local, global, and professional) benefit from our service, stewardship, and commitment to life-long learning.

Purpose

Loma Linda University Dentistry shall inform alumni, faculty, students, and other interested individuals about the current School programs, events, and activities, as well as accomplishments of fellow alumni, faculty, and students. The journal is published biannually by Loma Linda University School of Dentistry.

Correspondence may be addressed to:
Editor, LLU DENTISTRY
School of Dentistry
Loma Linda University
Loma Linda, CA 92350
Phone: (909) 558-4681
Fax: (909) 558-0122
E-mail: lbakland@sd.llu.edu

Advertising inquiries:
LLU DENTISTRY
School of Dentistry
Loma Linda University
Loma Linda, CA 92350
Phone: (909) 558-4984
E-mail: nyuen@sd.llu.edu

To reach the School of Dentistry
Alumni Association, contact:
Kathleen Moore, executive director
LLUSD Alumni Association
11092 Anderson Street
Loma Linda, CA 92354
Phone: (909) 558-4399 Fax: (909) 558-4858

Admissions information:
School of Dentistry
Loma Linda University
Office of Admissions
Loma Linda, CA 92350
E-mail: DentAO@sd.llu.edu
Phone: (800) 422-4558 or
(909) 558-4621