Recent Posts

In the Community
Tooth talk with a special twist
Children with special needs may learn in manners different from their peers, but their oral health care essentials are the same as any youngster’s. A new video from the restorative sciences department teaches dental students how to relate to these ...
On Campus
A day in their scrubs
This month we hear from Ben Lively. As the D2 class sports representative, his pursuit of all things fitness and outdoors comes as no surprise. [...]
Alumni Impact
Just breathe
After a rollercoaster year of hearings and proposed rulings, alumni with sleep-based dental practices may finally get the resolution they desire at a Nov. 8 state board session. [...]
In the Community
Surprise recognition
A simple lunch invitation wasn’t quite what it seemed for these two faculty members. [...]
Research and Innovations
Assessing a need
The results of a cleft lip and palate research study could lead to a new kind of clinic at TAMBCD. [...]
Healthy Living
Halloween candy
Get the scoop on the good, the bad and the downright scary. [...]
In the Community
Making dental cleanings fun
Stickers and sunglasses splashed with color are all you need. Free preventive dental treatment for youngsters ages 6 to 14 is a highlight of the biannual Asian-American Dental Society Free Sealant and Prophy Day, although if you ask the patients, ...
Alumni Impact
Hoops of glory
Alumnus Jay Arnette is named to the Southwest Conference Hall of Fame. [...]
Alumni Impact
Specialty delivery
Dr. Collin Bell is honored with the Presidential Achievement Award in oral and maxillofacial surgery. [...]
On Campus
What women need
The 2013 Brauman-Bell Lectureship will offer an in-depth look at women’s oral health issues. [...]
On Campus
Dental Hygiene
Lisa Harper Mallonee, associate professor, presented “Healthy Mouth, Healthy Body — Healthy Practice” at Washington Center for Dental Specialties in Olympia, Wash., on Sept. 20.
On Campus
Periodontics
Dr. Garth Griffiths, clinical assistant professor, contributed to an abstract, “Periodontitis and porphyromonas gingivalis in patients with rheumatoid arthritis,” which will be presented at the American College of Rheumatology Annual Meeting Oct. 26-30 in San Diego.