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School of Dental Medicine

From lab discoveries to public outreach initiatives, students, faculty, staff and alumni at ӰƵ prove their dedication to advancing oral health in Cleveland and around the world. Read the latest news that highlights the innovation, care and community impact at the heart of our efforts to advance clinical excellence and service across populations.

Recent News

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Health Education Campus simulation spaces open house
Members of the ӰƵ community are invited to an open house for the simulation spaces in the Health Education Campus Wednesday, Sept. 18, from 9 a.m. to noon. This is an opportunity to view the following simulation spaces: Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing’s Simula...
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Ohio Dental Association Interviews Dean Kenneth Chance
Dean Chance talks with the ODA Today about CWRU’s innovative Health Education Campus, community outreach initiatives to provide dental care throughout the community, and gives an update on the school’s research initiatives, student body and more. Q: It has been a few years now since the Case Wester...
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ӰƵ School of Dental Medicine unveils $2.6 million Simulation Clinic upgrade
In 2024, the ӰƵ School of Dental Medicine is set to revolutionize dental education with a $2.6 million investment to upgrade its Simulation Clinic located in the Samson Pavilion. The state-of-the-art facility will be equipped with the latest A-dec dental simulation equi...
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Dental medicine’s Rui Amaral Mendes co-authors study on use of mucositis assessment guidance
Rui Amaral Mendes, adjunct professor of oral and maxillofacial medicine and diagnostic sciences at the School of Dental Medicine, recently co-authored an article titled “Guidance on mucositis assessment from the MASCC Mucositis Study Group and ISOO: An International Delphi Study” published by eClin...
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Dr. Jay Joseph: Celebrating 31 years as a preceptor—a new record
Dr. Jay Joseph (DEN '84), associate professor in the Department of Comprehensive Care, marks a significant milestone this year as he celebrates his 31st year as a preceptor at the School of Dental Medicine (SODM). A record achievement at the university, Dr. Joseph's commitment to education and mento...
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New ӰƵ study finds ‘significant link’ between tooth loss and fatal heart disease
Although the causal relationship between oral and cardiovascular health is not well-understood, researchers consider the link to be a 'predictive risk factor' Maintaining good oral health is crucial, not only for a radiant smile, but also a healthy heart, according to a new ӰƵ Uni...
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Dental visits increase with support from pediatric providers
Intervention by primary care clinicians may help more children access dental care and improve their oral health, according to new study Primary care pediatric clinicians could influence parents’ decisions to take their children to the dentist, according to a new clinical trial funded by the Nationa...
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2024 Distinguished Alumnus Award
Andre K. Mickel, DDS, MSD, MDiv, DMin (DEN '91, DEN '94), a tenured full professor, will be honored with the 2024 Distinguished Alumnus Award. Dr. Mickel’s impact on education and research is undeniable. In 1995, Dr. Mickel was selected as the program director of the CWRU School of Dental Medicine ...
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2024 Special Recognition Award
Theresa Roma Jasinevicius, DDS, MEd (DEN ‘74, ‘76), associate professor in the Department of Comprehensive Care, and affectionately known to students and alumni as Dr. J, will be receiving the Special Recognition Award for her 48 years of dedication to and teaching of CWRU dental students. Tania M...
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2024 Outstanding New Dentist
Nicholas Nutile, DMD (DEN ‘17), will receive the Outstanding New Dentist Award. While at the CWRU School of Dental Medicine, Dr. Nutile was a natural leader, often encouraging his classmates to develop creative approaches to comprehensive care. As a student, he regularly presented strategies for re...