News from 2018
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Point of no return - Dentistry curriculum project hits milestone
Changes to the dental curriculum are approved and coming into effect in Fall 2019.
Uncontrolled diabetes adversely affects gum health
Today is World Diabetes Day
In Memoriam: Dr. Richard Fedorak, Dean, Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry
In Memoriam: Dr. Richard Fedorak, Dean, Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry
2018 Sock Fight donates 8,486 pairs of socks
Thank you for all the donations
Hou builds CDE workshop as part of PLLC leadership experience
Registration for the workshop is now open
What do dinosaurs & dentistry have in common?
The tissues that make up dinosaur teeth are the exact same as human teeth.
The driving force behind change
Brenda Walker ('71 DH) 2018 Alumni Honour Award recipient
A trailblazer in the field of dentistry
Marcia Boyd ('69 DDS) 2018 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient
Motyl Graduate Studentship in Cardiac Sciences
MSc oral biology student Umar Rekhi recipient of prestigious scholarship
Oral cancer screening should be part of your regular dental check-up
Dentists and dental hygienists should be conducting oral cancer screenings on all patients.
Healing through art
Kimberly Flowers's journey began in July 2014 when she was diagnosed with tongue cancer.
Routine check-up can find tongue-tie
Tongue-tie is often identified in newborns during their initial checkup or in routine followup checkups.
Silver diamine
SDF paints the teeth black.
What you need to know about whitening your teeth
Whatever you do, avoid bleach or hydrogen peroxide to whiten your teeth.
The truth behind oral cancer
Barb Pelton was diagnosed with cancer five years after the first sign of it appeared in her mouth.
How sleep apnea can affect your teeth
Does your child snore? Or do they wake up feeling groggy and tired? If so, they may have sleep apnea.
How to avoid passing down cavities to your kids
Parents can pass on cavities to their babies.
Dental concerns lead to rare diagnosis
Hannah was diagnosed with Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis. Otherwise known as Wegener's disease, it is a rare immune disease that can be lethal.
Mouthguards prevent injury. Use them.
The majority of orofacial trauma occurring from sports related-injuries can be prevented.
Deciding when surgery is your best option
During surgery, the upper and lower jaw bones are cut and moved to a new position to better align the bite.
Oral health care of persons with disabilities should be prioritized
The University of Alberta Hospital Dental Clinic and the Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital Dental Clinic are specifically designed to accommodate persons with disabilities.
Dentistry student takes top honours in two prestigious awards
Ryan McCoy is awarded the Alberta Premier Silver Medal and the ADA&C Gold Medal
Geoffrey H Sperber Lecture presents Dr. Gage Crump
Dr. Crump presents Using Zebrafish to find new ways of regenerating joints and skeletal tissues
Professionalism underpins symbolic ceremony
White Coat Ceremony 2018
See a smile, share a smile
Sharing Smiles Day doubles attendance
Charity event being hosted in support of Boyle McCauley Dental Clinic
Edmonton and District Dental Society along with the University of Alberta's Dentistry for Life campaign - Spring Fling, May 4
U of A dentistry researcher one of 26 across Canada to receive CIHR funding
Shokrollah Elahi's project focuses on susceptibility of infants to infection as compared to adults
DSA Winter Charity Ball raises $101,500
Proceeds will go towards Kindness in Action and the U of A Global Student Outreach Endowment Fund
Sharing Smiles Day gearing up and looking for volunteers
Being hosted on April 14, students are hoping to bring in over 200 people.
Meet our CDE team
The School of Dentistry Continuing Dental Education division provides a variety of programs and lectures.
2018 PDC Dental and Dental Hygiene Alumni Reception
Happening March 9 in Vancouver, BC. Registration is now open.
Using Photovoice to enhance student understanding of person-centered care
Photovoice - pilot project for dental hygiene
Day in the Life Maria Alexiou
Maria Alexiou has been working as a research associate with the School of Dentistry since September 2014. If Maria wasn't working at the school, what would she be doing? Acting? Read her profile to find out.
How to avoid passing down cavities to your kids
Getting teeth and gums checked during pregnancy is safe and could give baby a fresh start to oral health.
Oral cancer screening should be mandated for dental profession
A quick head and neck exam by your dentist or dental hygienist can save your life by identifying oral cancers, university experts contend.