
UCLA School of Dentistry
10833 Le Conte Ave.
Box 951668
Los Angeles, CA 90095-1668
Biography
Dr. Eric Sung is a Professor of Clinical Dentistry and Chair of the Section of Special Patient Care; and is the Vice Chair of the Division of Advanced Prosthodontics. Dr. Sung is also the inaugural holder of the UCPLA Endowed Chair in Special Patient Care. His background is in training and providing comprehensive treatment for the medically, physically, and psychologically complex individuals.
Educational & Professional Background
B.A. in Biochemistry, University of California, Berkeley, 1986
D.D.S., UCLA, 1990
General Practice and Hospital Dentistry Residency (Two Year Program), UCLA, 1992
Research & Interests
Dr. Sung's research focus is on dental materials and treatment of the medically complex patients.
Professional Memberships
California Dental Association (CDA)
American Dental Association (ADA)
Western Dental Society
International Association of Dental Research
American Association of Dental Research
American Association of Hospital Dentists
Academy of Dentistry for Persons with Disabilities
Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
American Dental Education Association
American Board of Special Care in Dentistry
Additional Information
Courses Taught
Dr. Sung teaches courses DS403b, DS464b, Hospital Dentistry rotation, and the different systems. He also leads the Salvation Army Selective, and teaches multiple courses in the postgraduate hospital dentistry program.
Patient Care Activities
Dr. Sung has his private patient care in the maxillo-facial clinic at UCLA in CHS A0-156.