About the Faculty

World's No.2 Dentistry

HKU Faculty of Dentistry

The Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Hong Kong is the premier dental school in the world and the only institution in Hong Kong that provides undergraduate and postgraduate dental degrees. The Faculty was established in 1982 and is located in the Prince Philip Dental Hospital in Sai Ying Pun.

As one of the world’s leading dental institutions, we are highly devoted to excelling in innovation and excellence across teaching and learning, research and innovation, professional and clinical services, and knowledge exchange, all aiming for advancing oral healthcare and the general well-being of the people we serve in Hong Kong, mainland China, and beyond.

Education forms the bedrock of our Faulty. Our undergraduate and postgraduate curricula, along with various continuing education programmes are meticulously crafted and constantly refined to nurture the growth and development of future leaders in dentistry and oral healthcare professionals. Indeed, our classical notion, ‘Tomorrow's Dentistry Starts Today’, encapsulates our unwavering pursuit of excellence!

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QS Rankings in 2026

Year of Establishment

Staff from 19 Countries / Regions

Students from 22 Countries / Regions

Alumni from 45 Countries / Regions

* As of May 2026

Leading Global Scholars

Top 1% Researchers Advance Dental Science

7 faculty members from the HKU Faculty of Dentistry have been recognised among the world’s top 1% scholars in 2025. The list, compiled by Clarivate Analytics using data from the Essential Science Indicators (ESI) database, identifies researchers whose publications rank among the top 1% worldwide by citations in at least one of 22 research fields. This achievement reflects the Faculty’s strong research performance and global impact, underscoring its commitment to advancing dental science and improving oral health through world-class research. Congratulations to our faculty members on this outstanding recognition.

Top 2% Scientists Driving Innovation

In the latest global rankings released by Stanford University, 21 of our full-time faculty members have been recognized among the world’s top 2% of scientists for 2025. This prestigious recognition reflects their exceptional research contributions and unwavering commitment to advancing scientific knowledge. Their work continues to shape the future of dental research and education, delivering benefits that extend beyond the academic community to society at large. We proudly commend their dedication and impact on the global scientific landscape.