Program & Faculty Features

A Summer of Self Discovery

Experience Across Disciplines is all in a Summer’s Work Fall 2018

Research Spotlight

Targeting a Viral Vulnerability to Treat Disease Fall 2018

Schattner Pavilion

New Space Enhancing Connections between the School’s Three Buildings Fall 2018

Faculty Perspective

Emphasizing the Mediicine in Dental Medicine Fall 2018

Student Profile

Innovating for the Future of Health Care Fall 2018

Power of Penn Dental Medicine

Campaign Spotlight Fall 2018

Welcoming Dean Mark Wolff

A Conversation with the New Dean of Penn Dental Medicine Fall 2018

Student Profile: Roopali Kulkarni (D’19)

Focused on Making a Difference in Lives of Others
Spring 2018

Research Spotlight

Grant, Publications, & Patents Highlights from 2017

Faculty Q&A

Michael Bergler, Director, CAD/CAM Ceramic Center

Historic Space Now State of the Art

Former Main Clinic Transformed to the Robert I Schattner Clinic

Connecting, Advising

Faculty and Alumni Mentors Support Student Wellness, Academic Goals

The First Five Years

An Innovative Grant Program Promotes a Holistic Approach to Treating Very Young Patients

Faculty Perspective

Chairside CAD/CAM Technology at Penn Dental Medicine

Alumni Profile: Alan Atlas (D’86)

Inspired to Deliver and Teach Exceptional Dentistry

Research Review

Highlights from Penn Dental Medicine 2017 Research Conferences

Alumni Profile: Scott DeRossi (D’95, GD’97)

A New Dean Draws on Lessons Learned at Penn Dental Medicine

Faculty Perspective

Cone Beam Computed Tomography: A Paradigm Shift in Dental Imaging

Fostering Interdisciplinary, Patient-Centered Care

Dept. of Oral Surgery Making Patients Whole Again

Looking Back, Moving Forward

Q&A with Dean Kinane as We Look Back on his Tenure

Faculty Q&A

Dr. Joan Gluch, Division Chief, Community Oral Health

Student Profile: Wael Isleem (D’18)

A Life-Changing Journey

Research Day 2017 Highlights

Legacy of Dr. Robert Schattner Continues to Move School Forward

Plans Set for Main Clinic Renovation, Schattner Pavilion Addition

Alumni Profile: Kendra Schaefer, D’95

Making Her Mark in Prosthodontics

Student Profile: MPH Students

Collaborating to Discover How to Reduce Oral Health Disparities

Personal Choice

Through the Selectives Program, Students Choose & Propose Topics of Study

Research Spotlight

Top 2015 High Impact Publications & Grants

Research Spotlight

Top 2016 Publications & Grants

Faculty Q&A

Dr. Eric Stoopler, Associate Professor of Oral Medicine

New Pros Program

Prosthodontics Residency Adding to Depth of School’s Specialty Programs

Faculty Perspective

Silver Diamine Fluoride: An Alternative Treatment for Early Childhood Caries?

Interprofessional Ties Across Penn

Faculty, Programs Strengthening Interprofessional Education and Research

Student Profile: Zahra Chinipardaz

2016 Straumann Fellow

Alumni Profile: Captain Sean Meehan, D’92

A distinctive career of dentistry and military service culminates in a Deanship

Faculty Q&A

Q&A with Dr. Jonathan Korostoff (D’85, GS’91, GD’92)

Research Spotlight

Research Day 2016 Spotlights both Faculty, Student Research

Faculty Perspective

Our Part in Prescription Opioid Abuse

Academic Initiatives

Penn Dental Medicine Furthers New Aspects In Curriculum, Technology, and Wellness

Bone Biology

Recent Recruit Dr. Shuying Yang Explores Bone Development, Remodeling, and Therapies

Evans Building Renaissance

Historic Structure Now State-of-the-Art as Well

Faculty Perspective: Acclerating Translational Research

By Dr. Anh Le

Penn Orthodontics 1916-2016

Advancing the Study and Practice of Orthodontics for 100 Years

A Multifaceted Clinical Leader

New Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs Dr. Nejeed Saleh

PASS at 30

Providing Foreign-Trained Dentists a Path to Practice

Research Review

Highlights from Penn Dental Medicine 2015 Research Conferences

Research Spotlight

Looking Beyond Periodontitis

Transformative Gift

Robert I Schattner, D’48, Contributes $10M to Transform Main Clinic, Add New Pavilion

Inspiring City’s Youth

Penn Dental Medicine Partners with Oral Health Academy for Philadelphia High School Students

Faculty Q&A: Kelly Jordan-Sciutto

Professor & Chair of Pathology

Faculty Perspective

Guiding Contemporary Protocols for Implants

Student Profile: Sumin Lee & Nishat Shahabuddin

Advancing the Application of Research

Ambassador to Africa

Sunday Akintoye to Conduct Research & Teach as Fulbright Scholar to Nigeria

Students Publish Children’s Book, Inspire Healthy Habits

A book published by a group of students is teaching young children and inspiring parents to build healthy routines.

Hidden Treasure

Thomas W. Evans Collection of Art Brought to Life

Orofacial Stem Cells

Baby Tooth Guided Songtao Shi to Stem Cell Insights

Faculty Q&A: Dr. Peter Quinn

Schoenlber Professor of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Research Spotlight

2014 Top Articles, Grants

Alumni Profile: Dr. Nhat-Khai Do (D’03)

Making a Difference in the Vietnamese Community

Crossing Borders in Service

Alumni Provide Dental Care & Hope in Dominican Republic

Student Profile: Amanda Cole, D’17

Studying Oral Health Literacy to Strengthen Clinical Care

Faculty Perspective

Penn Periodontics: A Legacy of Discovery

Respecting the Past, Reflecting the Future

The Evans Building Centennial Renaissance

Research Spotlight

Q&A with Dr. Dana Graves, New Vice Dean for Research & Scholarship

Research Spotlight

IADR DIstinguished Scientist Awards

Strategic Growth & Development

Q&A with Dean Denis Kinane

Alumni Profile: Olivia Sheridan, D’90, GD’92

Teaching, Inspiring the Next Generation of Dentists

Tech Initiatives

Advancing Dental Education through Innovative Technology

Faculty Perspective: Oral & Systemic Health

By Dr. Thomas Sollecito, Professor & Chair, and Dr. Eric Stoopler, Associate Professor of Oral Medicine

Pediatric Clinic Expands

New Open Bays Adds 6 Operatories

Faculty Q&A

Dr. Gary Cohen, Professor, Dept. of Microbiology

Student Profile: Dr. Alicia Houston, GD’15

Following a Passion for Patient-Centered Dentistry

Research Spotlight

Highlights of 2013 High Impact Research Articles

Unraveling Biofilms

Dr. Michel Koo Employing Unique Approaches to Target Biofilms, Tooth Decay

Books, Brushing, Bedtime

Pediatric Resident Develops Oral Health Education, Literacy Program

With Honors

Honors Degree Programs Offering Valuable Experiences

Haptic Technology

At the Forefront of Virtual Reality

Thomas Evans Achievement Award

Dr. Thomas Sollecito Receives Alumni Society’s Highest Recognition Award

Green Vaccines

Delivering Drugs with Plants, Dr. Henry Daniell Aims to Save Lives

PennSmiles

A Decade of Dentistry on the Road

Yota Stathopoulou, DDS,MS, PhD

Furthering Periodontics Teaching & Clinical Experiences

Research Spotlight

Dr. Sunday Akintoye Studying Cancer Therapies, Jaw Bone Necrosis

Research Review

Highlights from School’s 2013 Research Conferences

Faculty Perspective: Accelerated Osteogenic Orthodontics

By Dr. Chun-Hsi Chung, Chauncey M.F. Egel Endowed Chair, Dept of Orthodontics

Faculty Perspective: Removable Prosthodontics

By Kenneth Kent, DMD, Clinical Associate Professor of Restorative Dentistry

Diversifying Dentistry

Dual-degree Programs Lead to Illuminating Research, Career Paths

Syngcuk Kim Endodontic Clinic

A High-Tech Setting for Education, Research & Patient Care

Facilities Update, Master Plan Spotlight

Endodontic Clinic Nearing Completion, Sights Set on New Preclinical Lab, Training Center Fall 2012

Research Spotlight

Dr. Elliot Hersh studying intranasal anethestics Fall 2012

Faculty Perspective: Oral Cancer Screening

By Faizan Alawi, DDS, Associate Professor of Pathology Fall 2012

Alumni in Academia

Profiles of alumni in the mullifaceted world of academic dentistry Fall 2012

Growing a World Class Faculty

Recruits in Microbiology, Oral Surgery and Pediatrics Bring Depth of Expertise Fall 2012

Research Spotlight

Research Award Supporting New Collaborations Across Disciplines Spring 2012

Faculty Perspective: Adhesive Prosthodontics

By Markus Blatz, DMD, PhD, Chair and Professor of Preventive & Restorative Sciences Spring 2012

Connecting to the Community

As Chief of the Division of Community Oral Health, Dr. Andres Pinto hopes to inspire public service among students. Spring 2012

Cross-Cultural Collaboration

The decade-long Botswana-UPenn Partnership is stronger than ever. Spring 2012

Community Bound

Penn Dental Medicine Expanding its Reach in West Philly at New Sayre Health Center Clinic Spring 2012

Endo Clinic Renovation Campaign

Building Support in Recognition of Dr. Syngcuk Kim Fall 2011

Researchers Studying Mice from Final

Shuttle Mission Dr. Elisabeth Barton’s lab was one of 25 nationwide to recieve samples Fall 2011

The Oral Health/Systemic Health Link

Study shows mouth rinse may cut preterm birth risk in pregnant women with periodontal disease Fall 2011

Starting Over

Two couples’ long journey to the school’s Program for Advanced Standing Students Fall 2011

Exploring New Ways to Champion Diversity

With input of current students, the new Director of Diversity Affairs, strives to create a more diverse student body Fall 2011

LIFE Center

Serving Geriatric Community, Building Educational Experiences Spring 2011

Different Scientific Approaches; One Goal

Dr. Kathleen Boesze-Battaglia & Dr. Claire Mitchell Spring 2011

Dual Degrees

Customizing a Dental Education Spring 2011

School Develops 10-Year Master Plan

Spring 2011

Dental Auxiliary Utilization

Hands-On Clinical Experiences for All Students Fall 2010