Metro State University Dental Clinic
DENTAL THERAPY IN THE NEWS!
Proud to see alumni making a difference for patients in rural Minnesota. This article highlights the profession as well as recognizes the work of Alyssa Klugman ADT, class of 2020.
Learn more about Dental Therapy and how Alyssa is contributing to patient care in the article below released by KFF Health News
Dental Therapists Help Patients in Need of Care Avoid the Brush-Off
: Dental ClinicFebruary 2023 Winner of the Crest+Oral-B Professional Closing America’s Smile Gap Award
Metropolitan State University Dental Therapy Clinic is part of Metropolitan State University. It is the clinical education site for advanced dental therapy students. Our students offer care to the community under the supervision of licensed dentists and advanced dental therapists. Our clinic offers affordable care to all patients, however, we do not accept or bill any dental insurance.
Since the first graduating class of Dental Therapists in 2011, Metropolitan State University has graduated nine cohorts of dual-licensed dental professionals who have joined dental teams around the state to serve vulnerable populations.
Celebrating 10 years of Dental Therapy in Minnesota
| STUDENTS STATISTICS | PERCENTAGE (%) |
|---|---|
| FEMALE | 90 |
| MALE | 10 |
| WHITE | 78 |
| PEOPLE OF COLOR | 22 |
| PRACTICE AREAS | PERCENTAGE (%) |
|---|---|
| METRO AREA | 41 |
| GREATER METRO | 20 |
| OUTSTATE/RURAL | 37 |
| NOT WORKING | 2 |
Even though Dental Therapy is still a relatively new profession, our graduates have made a positive impact in the industry by delivering high-quality, safe, accessible, and cost-effective oral health care.