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Palcanis honored with Fuller Award, the profession’s highest honor in Alabama dentistry

Student Voices: Kyanna White on learning with purpose at UAB

What back-to-school looks like at the UAB School of Dentistry

Nine students complete UAB Dental Assisting Program

Volunteers needed for TeamSmile dental outreach event Sept. 18

Brace Yourself: Free Orthodontics Event

Manila Shinde appointed to UAB Radioisotope and Radiation Safety Committee

Marking the moment for the Class of 2026

Class of 2026 recognized during Honors Convocation at UAB School of Dentistry

Janice G. Jackson receives national mentoring award

Mapping the face through AI at UAB Orthodontics

Ten years, 19 fellows, one through line of service

Cross-campus engagement supports faculty growth at UAB Dentistry

Can Wang of UAB Endodontics receives multiple research and faculty development honors

Student Voices: Hannah Thomas on what she’s learned about care

Geisinger named first holder of Palcanis Endowed Professorship in periodontology

UAB GC-CODED awards pilot and feasibility grants supporting oral and craniofacial research

UAB Continuing Dental Education receives ADA CERP accreditation

Bobbitt’s path to SOD graduation included an “incredible” detour through Japan

Preclinical Dentistry Lab: Before students ever enter the clinic, the standard is already defined

How UAB Orthodontics is raising the standard in clinical training and patient care

Finding purpose through complex care in prosthodontics

In the Preclinical Dentistry Lab, the details matter

UAB study evaluates National Dental PBRN Central IRB over 11 years

Building Connections Through Mentorship

UAB faculty serve in editorial leadership roles with Ukrainian dental journal

Preclinical Dentistry (PCD) Lab: Where clinical skills begin

Where a class begins to take shape

Student Voices: Sophie Dasoveanu on building confidence through early clinical experience

Annual ethics seminar connects students, alumni, and organized dentistry in real-world ethical discussions

Ping Zhang elected president of IADR Microbiology and Immunology Group

UAB Dentistry takes on national research leadership roles at AADOCR/IADR meeting

Dental assisting students and D4s build interview skills through shared experience

Student research group earns national recognition for engagement and growth

UAB Dentistry resident Urvi Mehta selected for national pediatric dentistry fellowship

Expanding Access to Specialized Dental Care Through the Civitan-Sparks Dental Clinic

New Neurobiology and Pain theme reflects growing focus on complex patient needs

Student Voices: Kamal Patel on finding his stride in the dental clinic

Where Curiosity Meets Care: Inside SEMSS 2025 at UAB

Scholars Symposium showcases student research and scientific discovery at UAB Dentistry

Diego Ardenghi named head of UAB Prosthodontics Division

Expanding Horizons: Clear Aligners for Mild to Moderate Constriction

Give Kids A Smile® at UAB highlights faculty mentorship and student leadership

A Novel Approach to Root Canal Therapy: Could Oregano Hold the Key?

Kase sees potential for ‘great collaboration’ between the SOD and Biomedical Engineering

UAB ITI Study Club: Pioneering the Future of Implant Dentistry Education Through Global Collaboration

21st Scholars Symposium to feature leaders in craniofacial pain research

Student Voices: Baleigh Robertson on giving back to rural communities

Dr. Kyounga Cheon Advances Pediatric Dental Regeneration

Helping Define Clinical Standards: Ashraf Fouad’s Role in Updated Dental Guidance

Student-led Variety Show returns to cap UAB SOD Alumni Weekend

Rural Dentistry Club aims to build a pipeline of future providers committed to Alabama’s underserved communities

Faculty Spotlight Interview: Dr. John Le returns to start his own mentoring journey

Student Voices: Cathereine Otano on finding home and family at UAB

Recent AAP President, Dr. Mia Geisinger, Sheds Light on the Dissemination of Science in Organized Dentistry

UAB dental students launch Digital Dentistry Club to explore, learn, and connect around innovation

A legacy of national student research leadership at UAB Dentistry

Navdeep Bhusri joins UAB Orthodontics as assistant professor

Reverse track brings Kirav Patel to UAB SOD after earning his medical degree

UAB dental student Osvaldo Balmaseda Cápiro turns a bad dental experience into a career he loves

Geisinger elected to serve on AADOCR national committee

Through our social lens: UAB School of Dentistry in 2025

UAB Dental Students Shine at 2025 Academy of General Dentistry Scientific Session

SOD General Practice Residency provides a ‘crash-course’ in dealing with complex cases

Student Voices: Vivian Le on leadership and making connections

Geisinger named chair of UAB Department of Periodontology

SPEA Chapter at UAB School of Dentistry rekindles legacy of ethical leadership

Back to their roots: Siblings Lisa and David Gu find their path at UAB School of Dentistry

Japan student exchange provides ‘cultural awareness’ for D4 Zoe Karidis and classmates

Dr. Priscilla Sosa: A Path Rooted in Purpose and Innovation

Student Voices: Guided by faculty mentors, Josh Chansa finds purpose in holistic care

Cheon awarded Blazer Bridge Fund grant to advance bone regeneration innovation

UAB Faculty, Residents, and Students Share Research and Receive Recognition at AAOMS Annual Meeting

Dentistry provides ‘the perfect blend’ for SOD student Ethan Brenna

Le joins UAB as assistant professor in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

UAB Periodontology Resident Honored with National Leadership Award

UAB School of Dentistry’s Pediatric Student Interest Group receives national recognition

Dr. Chung How Kau named first holder of Don Speed Endowed Professor for Orthodontics

UAB School of Dentistry welcomes Dr. Yu Shin Kim as professor in Endodontics

Student Voices: Service and mentorship shape Sergi Cebrian-Claramunt’s path in dentistry

Third annual Liu Memorial Lecture honors legacy, inspires learning across disciplines

UAB School of Dentistry announces new faculty in Endodontics

Chen and Lamani promoted to Associate Professor

The UAB SOD has been a family affair for D3 student Jeremy Chu

Dengler appointed Director of Academic Affairs at UAB School of Dentistry

Stephen Abernathy named Senior Director of Development II for UAB School of Dentistry

TeamSmile 2025: A full-court press for community care

An Instagram account helped lead Pouya Sabanik into an SOD Biomaterials residency

Pediatric dentistry isn’t child’s play, but it’s still fun for SOD resident Dr. Amber Were

UAB’s Amjad Javed Named Fellow of the American Society for Bone and Mineral Research

Cheon receives NIH grant to advance tooth repair materials

First Things First: McKenna Gibson’s Journey Back to UAB and the Dream That Never Left

A good day to get coated

UAB Dentistry Students and Faculty Recognized at AGD Scientific Session

Karaki named President of the Association for Continuing Dental Education (ACDE)

Coleman Wright is looking to continue his lifelong dental journey at the UAB SOD

Career change takes Jinah Kim from research to UAB SOD Endodontics Residency

New D1 student Sarah Lloyd wants to help reduce dental deserts within rural Alabama

From first fillings to final hoods: A ceremony uniquely UAB for the School of Dentistry Class of 2025

Well Rooted: UAB School of Dentistry Celebrates Student Achievement at 2025 Convocation

Several SOD graduates set to remain at UAB for residency

Childhood dreams and flying machines helped bring Gaby Campis to the UAB SOD