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School of Dentistry to open new entrance Jan. 3

University of Louisville dental school visitors will enter through a new front door beginning Jan. 3. The public will enter from the east side of the building — what traditionally has been the back of the school, instead of coming in from Preston Street.

Study may help explain why smokers have worse gum disease, fewer symptoms

Researchers at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry have headed a study that may explain how tobacco smoke contributes to gum disease.

ULSD serves in Oneida, Tn

More than a dozen UofL dental students and a handful of faculty, staff and alumni will take part in the free Remote Area Medical (RAM) clinic in Oneida, Tn Jan. 22-23.

Dental prof among reviewers of surgeon general's new report on tobacco smoke

Exposure to tobacco smoke – even occasional smoking or secondhand smoke – causes immediate damage to your body that can lead to serious illness or death, according to a report released Dec. 9 by U.S. Surgeon General Regina M. Benjamin.

UofL Area Health Education Centers’ faculty, students make $6.8 million economic impact

Figures from a recently compiled report for 2009-2010 show that University of Louisville Health Sciences Center faculty and students made a $6.8 million economic impact in the four regions of Kentucky served by UofL Area Health Education Centers.

A Community Effort to Improve Children’s Dental Health

FEBRUARY 4, 2011, LOUISVILLE, KY - -Over 120 children will receive free, comprehensive dental treatment today, thanks to Smile Kentucky!, a community partnership that addresses what the U.S. Surgeon General calls “the most common unmet health need in the nation.” The University of Louisville School of Dentistry and six dental offices will host children from Bullitt, Trimble, Henry and Meade Counties.

Immigrants & refugees recieve treatment through Smile Kentucky!

Middle and high school students from the Newcomer Academy at Shawnee were welcomed with smiles at the UofL School of Dentistry. Many of these students who are from countries around the world have never been treated by a dentist. This is another example of UofL's role in the community.

Lamont plans to raise the profile of oral health research

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – March 16, 2011 - Richard J. Lamont, PhD, recently began his new role as director of the Oral Health and Systemic Disease group, University of Louisville, School of Dentistry. He is also the Delta Dental Endowed Professor.

UofL enhances partnership with Home of the Innocents

March 25, 2011, Louisville, KY - The UofL School of Dentistry and UofL Pediatrics have expanded their services to special needs children as Home of the Innocents opens a new facility for pediatric dental and primary care services.

Dental faculty recognized for their service

Several ULSD faculty were recognized this week for their many years of service and teaching at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry.

Dental student fraternity wins $2500 award

The Phi Student Chapter of Alpha Omega International Dental Fraternity at the University of Louisville’s School of Dentistry was awarded a $2500 grant for its community service projects.

Students take part in Interschool Student Research Competition at Indiana University

Three students were entered in the Indiana University School of Dentistry's Interschool Student Research Competition on Monday, April 11, 2011: Porscha Jefferson, Carol Patel, and Emily Revels.

Convocation honors people who bequeathed their bodies

The University of Louisville Department of Anatomical Sciences & Neurobiology hosted a special ceremony April 26, 2011 to honor the lives of those who have bequeathed their bodies to further research and science.

UofL researchers uncover mechanism in saliva production that could lead to advanced therapies for patients with dry mouth

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – University of Louisville researchers are one step closer to helping millions of people whose salivary glands no longer work because of disease or damage from treatment of diseases.

UofL dental and medical community to help fill health care need in Appalachia

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – More than 120 University of Louisville faculty, staff, students and alumni will travel to eastern Kentucky June 11-12 to provide residents in and around Pikeville, Ky., free dental and medical care.

David L. Dunn, M.D., Ph.D., named new executive vice president for health affairs

Internationally renowned transplant surgeon leaves Buffalo for Louisville

UofL participates in fourth RAM clinic

More than 120 University of Louisville faculty, staff, students and alumni provided free dental and medical care June 11–12 as part of a Remote Area Medical (RAM) clinic in Pikeville, Ky.

New east facing facade

This is a photo of the new front entrance to the School of Dentistry.

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This is a photo of the new entrance to the dental school.

Celebrating our Building Renewal

The University of Louisville School of Dentistry has graduated dental professionals of the highest order since its beginning in 1887. Now, we celebrate our newly renovated state-of-the-art facility with new operatories, classrooms and classroom technology, clinical education support and modern infrastructure that will take us into the future. Come celebrate with us in September!

UofL dental school to offer free oral cancer screenings at the KY State Fair

For the 19th consecutive year, the University of Louisville School of Dentistry will offer free oral cancer screenings in partnership with the Kentucky Cancer Program and Anthem Blue Cross & Blue Shield at the Kentucky State Fair. A UofL dental student started the project in 1992, and it remains an important community service through student and faculty participation.

White Coat ceremony to mark student’s entry into dental profession

LOUISVILLE, Ky. - New dental and dental hygiene students will mark their entry into the health care field during the University of Louisville School of Dentistry White Coat ceremony Saturday, Aug. 20 at 10 a.m. These students will put on their white coats and take dentistry’s pledge– reminding students of their responsibility and professionalism for clinical excellence at the beginning of their training.

New students attend 2011 White Coat ceremony

John Sauk, DDS, MS, dean, UofL School of Dentistry, discusses the meaning of the White Coat ceremony.

ULSD faculty on WHAS - Great Day Live!

Mark Bernstein, DDS, discusses the importance of oral cancer screenings on the new WHAS program, Great Day Live!

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UofL School of Dentistry expands its outreach to southeastern Kentucky

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Nearly 40 University of Louisville dental and dental hygiene students will help provide free dental care Sept. 17-18 to people in and around Somerset, Ky. through Remote Area Medical (RAM), a non-profit organization that serves people in remote areas of the United States and around the world.

Nearly 500 receive free dental care in Somerset

UofL School of Dentistry students and faculty helped provide 862 extractions, 233 fillings, 104 cleanings and 14 exams on the 497 people seeking dental care at the Somerset RAM clinic.

New specialty clinic

This is a picture of a new specialty clinic.

UofL School of Dentistry celebrates the completion of $45 million renovation

The University of Louisville marked the completion of a two-year renovation with a ribbon cutting ceremony at the end of September. The $45 million project added more than 20,000 sq. feet and renovated another 211,000 sq. feet. The school had received few updates since it moved from Brook and Broadway to Preston Street in 1970.

UofL dental students to host a 5K walk-run and shoe drive to benefit local and international children

University of Louisville School of Dentistry students invite the community to take part in the 3rd annual Beat the Pumpkin 5K Walk/Run Oct. 22 at Cherokee Park. Registration begins at 8:45 a.m., and the race starts at 9:30 a.m at Hogan’s Fountain. All proceeds will benefit local children of the working poor who need help paying for dental treatment.

UofL researcher to develop oral health intervention plan for the intellectual and developmentally disabled

People with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) living in family or group homes are less likely to receive routine dental care than those living in institutions, according to University of Louisville School of Dentistry associate professor Catherine Binkley, DDS, PhD.

Movember Fundraiser - A Success

Dental school faculty, staff and students took part in the Movember fundraiser to increase awareness for men's health, specifically prostate cancer.

Jan Potempa earns the Foundation for Polish Science Prize

Scientific discoveries of Jan Potempa helped change thinking about the origin of gum disease

Dental students receive national community service award

 

Dental school participates in 10th Smile Kentucky! event

More than 200 children from area schools came to the University of Louisville School of Dentistry Feb. 3 to receive free dental treatment.

Dental students receive award in Frankfort

Dental students receive recognition from Kentucky lawmakers for their service to people in Appalachia.

School of Dentistry earns recognition for community service & building renovation project

 

UofL research holds promise of therapeutic approach for gum disease

Donald Demuth, PhD receives patent for novel biochemical discovery

Donald Demuth, PhD, working in the lab

Donald Demyth, PhD., working in the lab

UofL Health Sciences Center faculty recognized for health care excellence

 

Eight docs to become first graduates of program aimed at strengthening diversity in the health professions

 

Dental school helps provide free care in Pikeville for fourth year

 

School of Dentistry earns LEED Silver rating

The University of Louisville School of Dentistry’s commitment to sustainability has earned its renovated facility a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) silver rating from the U.S. Green Building Council, a nonprofit agency based in Washington D.C. that promotes sustainability in building design, construction and operation.

New Women's Health Kiosk

The kiosk is for the public to use to learn about important health information

School of Dentistry contributes to women's health kiosk

 

William "Bill" J. Mansfield, Jr.

Dr. William "Bill" J. Mansfield, Jr.

Beloved faculty member dies; William "Bill" J. Mansfield, Jr. will be missed

August 28, 1925 - July 24, 2012

Free dental screenings for children through December

 

UofL Celebrates 20 Years of Oral Cancer Screening at the Kentucky State Fair

 

UofL School of Dentistry - Book in Common Project

 

Dr. Burzynski Honored

Special honor for professor emeritus

Future Plans of the DMD and DH Classes of 2012

 

ULSD’s SNDA Chapter is #1

by Jennifer B. McCants, DDS, Chapter Sponsor

DMD and DH Classes of 2016 Begin the Trek

 

Somerset RAM group

Dental students, faculty, alumni and other volunteers pose for a photo with Linda Tarrson and her step-son Ron Tarrson (bottom far right)

Dental student James Martineau with patient

Dental student James Martineau with patient

Southwestern High School in Somerset, Ky.

This aerial photo of Southwestern High School was taken by Dr. Larry Gettleman

Students provide care in Somerset

UofL dental students looks on as patient is treated in somerset, Ky.

UofL dental and dental hygiene students help residents of Somerset and surrounding areas

 

UofL scientist discovers mechanism to reduce inflammation and subsequent bone loss related to gum disease

 

Future health care professionals to learn how cultural views can shape practice

University of Louisville students preparing for health science professions will spend a day learning how to become more sensitive to various cultures and lifestyles.

UofL at Simpsonville Elementary

ULSD Freshman Dental Student Abigail Doan, has Simpsonville Elementary Students Christina Williams (l)and Aryahna Day(r) show what they have just learned about proper tooth brushing techniques.

Freshman Halloween project has benefited 24,300 children

The 10th annual Freshman Halloween project took place Oct. 26

UofL receives support to transform health care education

Schools of Nursing and Dentistry share nearly $1.1 million federal grant

Dental Hygiene Legacy Day kicks-off naming campaign

 

Smile KY treatment Day

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Smile Ky treatment day

National Give Kids a Smile kickoff is Feb. 1

 

Faculty Members Receive Major University Awards

 

ULSD Welcomes New Faculty Members

 

Smile Kentucky Logo

Smile Kentucky logo

Smile Kentucky! is in the national spotlight for children’s oral health programs

Community partnership will provide up to 300 children with free dental care on Friday, February 1

Louisville’s dental health partnership in the national spotlight

American Dental Association highlights Smile Kentucky!’s success

Smile Kentucky canceled

 

Nearly 300 children to receive a new smile

Smile Kentucky! begins a month-long effort to provide free dental treatment

American Dental Association highlights Smile Kentucky success

 

Boat Art

This is a painting of boats in water.

Boat Art

This is a painting of boats in water.

Dental School to host Art & Health Event

 

Sauk to continue as dean

 

Oral health fair for adults with diabetes in tri-county region set for March 19

 

McCants inducted in ADEA Leadership Institute Class of 2014

Dr. Jennifer McCants is one of two dozen promising dental education leaders

UofL dentistry goes on the road to provide free care in Harlan County

More than 30 University of Louisville School of Dentistry faculty and students will provide free care March 23-24

OSAP scholarship winners with dental school leadership

UofL School of Dentistry Dean John Sauk; Dr. Theresa Mayfield; dental hygiene student Hollie Brookman; dental student Tyler Jury; UofL School of Dentistry Director of Infection Control Patty Byrd

UofL dental profession students identified as potential infection control leaders

Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP) awards two scholarships

Dr. Sherry Babbage honored as Adult Achiever of the Year

 

Dr. Sherry Babbage

Dr. Sherry Babbage

Mayor Fisher’s “Give a Day” Week – Coleridge Taylor Montessori Elementary School

 

Junior DH Students Travel to ADHA Leadership Conference in Chicago

 

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Dr. Sherry Babbage

 

Alumni in the News

 

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SAAHP Conference held in Louisville