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UofL researchers working toward a vaccine against tooth decay

Researchers with the University of Louisville School of Dentistry have found that a nontoxic part of E. coli could lead to a vaccine against tooth decay.

UofL receives $1.6 million to study periodontal disease

As the U.S. population ages, dentists are seeing more serious periodontal disease.

School of Dentistry names new dean

John J. Sauk, associate dean for research administration and training at the University of Maryland Baltimore School of Dentistry, has been selected to be dean of the University of Louisville School of Dentistry.

UofL Dental School Receives Grants Totalling $5.8 Million

The University of Louisville School of Dentistry recently received grants and awards totaling $5.8 million for research related to periodontal disease and birth defects.

UofL Researchers Uncover New Clues to Periodontal Disease

Researchers at University of Louisville School of Dentistry have learned that a common bacteria of the mouth, P. gingivalis, may be circumventing the body’s immune system by “tricking” white blood cells and then hijacking the cells to ensure its own survival.

Elizabethtown clinic renamed to honor dentistry leader

The University of Louisville Elizabethtown Dental Clinic has been renamed to honor Dr. Richard L. Miller, a dentist, community leader and former acting dean of the UofL School of Dentistry.

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UofL’s Birth Defects Center receives $10.3 million for research

University of Louisville researchers will seek new solutions for the prevention of birth defects, thanks to $10.3 million in grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH).