Author Archive
Dental Faculty Recognized Internationally for Work in Oral Medicine and Oncology
"It continues to be my privilege to collaborate with my colleagues in oral medicine, oral oncology, and oncology both here in America and internationally," Dr. Douglas Peterson says.
The Class of 2024 is Ready For Patients
Forty nine second-year students, guided by the student practice leaders, donned fresh new white coats during this year's White Coat Transition ceremony.
Another Record-Breaking Year for the UConn School of Dental Medicine’s Research Program
In FY 2021, the School of Dental Medicine received its highest-ever level of research funding and retained its coveted number eight research ranking in total direct funding from the NIH.
Third-Year Student Places in National Dental Essay Contest
American Dental Association annual student essay contest explored the hazards of health misinformation
Ruiz’s Roots
Dr. Steve Ruiz draws on his family’s legacy to set his own path as the AEGD program director in the School of Dental Medicine
Tips for Tiny Teeth
In honor of National Children’s Dental Health Month, Dr. Katherine Fleming, assistant professor of pediatric dentistry, answers the top questions from parents of infants and toddlers.
Researchers Look at the Evolution of Mammals to Uncover Gene Regulation Connecting Pregnancy and Cancer Metastasis
'What we learned from other species has direct applications in advancing our understanding of human cancer'
The Class of 2022 Meets Their Match
This week, fourth year students from the School of Dental Medicine gathered to celebrate their residency placements—known as the Match—for the next year.
UConn School of Dental Medicine Welcomes New Faculty
The UConn School of Dental Medicine has enjoyed robust growth, adding seven new faculty members to its ranks over the past few months.
Getting kids back into dental chairs
Learn more about pediatric dentistry from UConn School of Dental Medicine faculty member Dr. Katherine Fleming.