News from the School of Dentistry
2022 School of Dentistry Summer Research Program closes out largest year ever
This year, 41 students took part in the opportunity to actively participate in research and learn from experienced research faculty from the University of Louisville.
UofL dental school assistant dean describes harrowing experience overcoming Bosnian war
More than 30 years have passed since the siege of Sarajevo in April 1992. Alma Ljaljevic-Tucakovic lived through the ethnically-rooted war in Bosnia and Herzegovina, a former republic of Yugoslavia, making her way to Louisville as a refugee in 1996. UofL News caught up with Ljaljevic-Tucakovic, School of Dentistry’s assistant dean for Student Admissions and Student Affairs, to learn about how she overcame adversity and eventually made her way to UofL.
Newest UofL School of Dentistry students mark their entry into the profession
The 2022 White Coat Ceremony honored the DMD class of 2026, Advanced Standing Class of 2024, and Dental Hygiene class of 2024
Interim dean makes history as first woman to lead UofL’s School of Dentistry
Margaret Hill, interim dean at the School of Dentistry, is making history as the first female in the top leadership position of the school. Hill, who previously served as associate dean for academic affairs, was appointed to the role by Gerry Bradley while he leads UofL as interim provost. UofL News caught up with Hill to learn more about her journey to UofL and her vision of the School of Dentistry.
Experience as a patient inspires Vietnamese immigrant to pursue dental degree from UofL
As a teenager, Jake Do and his family left Vietnam to pursue new opportunities in the United States. Through the mentorship of School of Dentistry faculty member Sherry Babbage, Jake is pursuing his dream to become a dentist. UofL News reached out to Jake to learn more about his journey as he begins his second year of dental school at UofL.
Dr. Suzanne Barnes joins UofL oral and maxillofacial surgery department
Childhood experiences led her to dentistry and to an empathic approach to patient care – especially for children with cleft lip and palate.
School of Dentistry community honors the memory of beloved alumnus, faculty member and leader Wood E. Currens
Dr. Currens received his DMD from ULSD in 1967 and then served the school for 44 years in various roles including faculty member, department chair, associate dean, and interim dean
UofL expands its reach to Shelbyville, providing dental care for the underserved
The new dental practice offers affordable dental care, and financial assistance may be available to those in need.
UofL chapter awarded GOLD status at American Dental Education Association 2022 Annual Session
ULSD is one of only four dental schools in the United States to receive this honor.
University of Louisville School of Dentistry to benefit from Delta Dental of Kentucky’s philanthropic giving
Delta Dental of Kentucky will provide oral health care services and education to hundreds across the Commonwealth through its contributions to UofL
UofL School of Dentistry continues to move up on NIH research funding rankings
Research leader credits investment in faculty and collaboration across the university
UofL researchers reveal how oral bacteria suppress protection against viral growth
Bacteria that cause periodontal disease reduce oral defense and increase viral growth.
“Dentistry is My Ministry” – Honoring Dr. Sherry Babbage Melisizwe, 2021 School of Dentistry Alumni Fellow
In honor of her selection as the 2021 School of Dentistry Alumni Fellow, we interviewed Sherry Babbage Melisizwe, DMD ’81, about her path to dentistry, her passion for mentorship, and her selection as Alumni Fellow.
Delta Dental of Kentucky announces expanded commitment to ULSD patient care, clinic operations funds
The announcement was made as part of University of Louisville's annual day of giving, Raise Some L.
UofL Dental students begin clinical experiences in Paducah
The UofL dental clinic in on the campus of West Kentucky Community and Technical College.
Periodontics instructor HimaBinda Dukka awarded teaching and research fellowship
This is the first time a UofL School of Dentistry faculty member has received the Nevins Fellowship.
Dental students, faculty preparing for two fall research events
ULSD is co-sponsoring the first-ever American Association for Dental, Oral and Craniofacial Research Kentucky Section Fall Symposium.
Future dentists and hygienists mark their entry into the profession at White Coat Ceremonies
Two separate events were held to honor first-year and second-year students.
In memory of Dr. Brian Alpert, world-renowned oral & maxillofacial surgeon and much-loved mentor
Alpert taught at the UofL School of Dentistry for nearly 50 years.
University of Louisville School of Dentistry to operate dental clinic on Home of the Innocents’ Campus
Since 2011, Open Arms Children’s Health has cared for the dental needs of children across the Louisville community, particularly those for whom dental services are often difficult to access.
