BU Hispanic Student Dental Association

The BU Hispanic Student Dental Association (HSDA) is a dynamic student organization based at Boston University's Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine in Boston, MA, dedicated to addressing oral health disparities within the Hispanic community. Through comprehensive programming and community engagement, HSDA works to improve prevention, treatment, and education initiatives that directly impact underserved populations in the surrounding Boston area and beyond.

As part of Boston University's renowned dental school, HSDA members benefit from access to state-of-the-art clinical facilities, including the Simulation Learning Center and advanced treatment centers that emphasize preventive and restorative dentistry. The organization leverages the school's extensive network of more than 60 community outreach programs and 100 annual events to provide hands-on experience in serving diverse patient populations. Members gain practical expertise through clinical experiences beginning in their first year, supplemented by unique 10-week externships that extend their impact to both local communities and underserved regions globally.

Beyond clinical training, HSDA creates a supportive professional environment where dental students can develop leadership skills, engage in philanthropic work, and build meaningful connections with peers who share a commitment to oral health equity. The organization actively stimulates interest in oral health careers among Hispanic populations, working to expand representation within the dental profession. With faculty advisors including Dr. Ana Zea and Dr. Ana Keohane, HSDA members receive mentorship from experienced clinicians and educators at one of Boston's most respected dental institutions, positioning them to become advocates for improved oral health outcomes in Hispanic communities.