Facility

The School of Dental Medicine is located in the center of the Hokkaido University’s Sapporo Campus facing a row of gingko trees, and enjoys the colors of each season. At the School of Dental Medicine, an educational environment, including libraries, lounges, PBL rooms, and study rooms in addition to lecture rooms and laboratories for student use, is maintained. The clinical classrooms are located on the 2nd and 4th floors, and classrooms for basic studies are located on the 5th and 6th floors. Hokkaido University Hospital is also connected via passageway.

Nameplates at the entrance of School of Dental Medicine

On the side of the entrance of School of Dental Medicine, there are nameplates of Faculty of Dental Medicine, Graduate School of Dental Medicine, and School of Dental Medicine.

Entrance Hall

When entering the School of Dental Medicine, one is greeted by the Entrance Hall. There are sofas to sit on and relax, and the words of Kanzo Uchimura, “Dentistry is a Work of Love” decorate the wall.

Refresh Lounge

The Refresh Lounge in School of Dental Medicine is a place where students, teachers, and interns can relax. Located next to a small store, one can enjoy eating, conversation, and group studies.

Auditorium

The largest lecture hall in the School of Dental Medicine building with a capacity of 150 people. In addition to lectures for students, the hall is used for seminars for graduate students and professors.

Library

Library specifically for the School of Dental Medicine. The library offers a large collection of books specializing in dentistry and includes desks and counters for studying.

Lecture Rooms / PBL Rooms

Lecture and PBL (problem based learning) rooms, both large and small, are available for various class structures, including lectures, group discussions, and small group lectures.

Polyclinic room

In this clinical simulation room, dental chairs are installed so 5th and 6th year students can practice dentistry in a simulated clinical environment.

Study Room / National Examination Preparation Room

Multiple study rooms have been prepared for students, which can also be used for individual and group study. In addition, the national examination preparation room is for 6th year students to concentrate on their preparation for the national examination.

Lounge / Foyer

The lounge and foyer are used by students and professors of the School of Dental Medicine for various reasons, such as a place to eat a meal, visit with others, or study.

Clinical Basic Training Room

The Clinical Basic Training Room is equipped with 56 desks with mannequins for training. Students can learn various dental treatment methods by attaching different teeth models to the mannequins. In addition, other devices to practice dental techniques are also provided.