School of Dental Medicine
From lab discoveries to public outreach initiatives, students, faculty, staff and alumni at ϳԹ prove their dedication to advancing oral health in Cleveland and around the world. Read the latest news that highlights the innovation, care and community impact at the heart of our efforts to advance clinical excellence and service across populations.
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School of Dental Medicine Celebrates DMD Class of 2025 at Maltz Performing Arts Center
The Class of 2025 at ϳԹ School of Dental Medicine marked a significant milestone on Saturday, May 17, as they received their Doctor of Dental Medicine degrees during a heartfelt diploma ceremony held at the Maltz Performing Arts Center. Family, friends, faculty and…
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August 12, 2024
In 2024, the ϳԹ School of Dental Medicine is set to revolutionize dental education with a $2.6 million investment to upgrade its Simulation Clinic located in the Samson Pavilion.
The state-of-the-art facility will be equipped with the latest A-dec dental simulation equi...
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August 02, 2024
Rui Amaral Mendes, adjunct professor of oral and maxillofacial medicine and diagnostic sciences at the School of Dental Medicine, recently co-authored an article titled “Guidance on mucositis assessment from the MASCC Mucositis Study Group and ISOO: An International Delphi Study” published by eClin...
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July 22, 2024
Dr. Jay Joseph (DEN '84), associate professor in the Department of Comprehensive Care, marks a significant milestone this year as he celebrates his 31st year as a preceptor at the School of Dental Medicine (SODM). A record achievement at the university, Dr. Joseph's commitment to education and mento...
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July 22, 2024
Although the causal relationship between oral and cardiovascular health is not well-understood, researchers consider the link to be a 'predictive risk factor'
Maintaining good oral health is crucial, not only for a radiant smile, but also a healthy heart, according to a new ϳԹ Uni...
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July 18, 2024
Intervention by primary care clinicians may help more children access dental care and improve their oral health, according to new study
Primary care pediatric clinicians could influence parents’ decisions to take their children to the dentist, according to a new clinical trial funded by the Nationa...
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June 18, 2024
Theresa Roma Jasinevicius, DDS, MEd (DEN ‘74, ‘76), associate professor in the Department of Comprehensive Care, and affectionately known to students and alumni as Dr. J, will be receiving the Special Recognition Award for her 48 years of dedication to and teaching of ϳԹ dental students.
Tania M...
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June 18, 2024
Nicholas Nutile, DMD (DEN ‘17), will receive the Outstanding New Dentist Award. While at the ϳԹ School of Dental Medicine, Dr. Nutile was a natural leader, often encouraging his classmates to develop creative approaches to comprehensive care.
As a student, he regularly presented strategies for re...
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June 18, 2024
Andre K. Mickel, DDS, MSD, MDiv, DMin (DEN '91, DEN '94), a tenured full professor, will be honored with the 2024 Distinguished Alumnus Award.
Dr. Mickel’s impact on education and research is undeniable. In 1995, Dr. Mickel was selected as the program director of the ϳԹ School of Dental Medicine ...
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June 07, 2024
Earlier this spring, Kenneth Chance, dean of ϳԹ School of Dental Medicine, was appointed by American Dental Association (ADA) President Linda J. Edgar to serve on the National Task Force on Lowering Dental School Tuition. The ADA Board of Trustees formed the task force t...
May 23, 2024
The inaugural School of Dental Medicine Staff Retreat was held on Thursday, May 23, in Samson Pavilion.
After breakfast, a representative from each department introduced themselves and shared some highlights from their team to foster community and connection with...