News from 2019

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Dr. Nadine Milos Retires

Congratulations to Dr. Nadine Milos on her retirement!

Dental Hygiene Photovoice Narrative Exhibit

Dental Hygiene's exhibit at Health Sciences library displays the artistic side of students.

Just when you thought socks were just for feet

Students collect socks for charity, culminating in a school-wide fight.

A student to look up to

Jennifer Drever (DDS class of 2021) is involved in several School of Dentistry extracurricular activities and serves on the class's social committee. Despite being busy at school, she has a busy home life as well. Read on to learn more about this fantastic role model and inspirational leader in our school.

Celebrating Success at Work

Chair's message: Awards and Recognition event and upcoming accreditation procedure.

Day in the Life of Brandon Wiltshire

Marketing & Communications Coordinator for CDE Brandon Wiltshire is celebrating his third-year work anniversary and is busy organizing big events, making sure we're all continuing our education, and encouraging the public to take care of their teeth.

Annual event brings awareness to essential services

A day behind a booth turned into an exercise in reflecting on life. Three School of Dentistry students (and SHINE board members) hosted a booth at the October Homeless Connect Edmonton event.

Santas Anonymous donations box

Dr. Tsujikawa has brought in a donation collection box for Santas Anonymous. It is at the KEC in the lunch room. Help us fill it with toys!

DDS student develops her voice through leadership certificate

In October, Tasha Hou (DDS 2021) completed her Interdisciplinary Leadership Studies program certificate at the Peter Lougheed Leadership College, but says, "You really only learn about leadership from practicing it."

Dentistry Formal awards

The annual Dentistry Formal, held to welcome first-year dental students to the profession, was held at the Westin Hotel, October 19. Just over 200 students, faculty, sponsors and award donors attended the special event. During the night, two prestigious leadership awards were handed out as well.

Does charcoal actually whiten teeth?

More harmful to teeth than beneficial

Get your flu shot

KEC Rexall Pharmacy offering flu shots

Day in the Life of Coby Kwasney

Congratulations to Dr. Bill Preshing

2019 Bulyea Cup Recipient

Day in the Life of Ryan

Day in the Life of Daniel Graf

School of Dentistry Awards & Accolades

Celebrating the achievements of our faculty, staff and students.

Expansion of services at Boyle McCauley

Inner-city low-income residents, newcomer immigrants and Indigenous peoples have a new dental clinic thanks to community partnership and support.

To pull or not to pull?

To pull or not to pull? That is the question.

Periodontal disease vs gingivitis

Did you know one of these can be reversed?

Why your dentist may ask about your sex life

Don’t be surprised if your dentist asks you questions about your sex life during your next dental visit.

How your dentist can help treat a cold sore

Cold sores can be painful and irritating. But if caught early enough – just when that tingling feeling starts – your dentist can help you treat your cold sore and prevent it from resurfacing.

Is lemon water good for your teeth?

Lemons are all the rage in the health and diet world these days. But are they good for your teeth?

Uncontrolled diabetes adversely affects gum health

Many of us know diabetes is a leading cause of heart disease and stroke. But what we fail to realize is that diabetes – especially if left uncontrolled – can adversely impact our oral health and increase your chances of getting periodontitis (or gum disease).

Message from the School of Dentistry

Your oral health is more important than you might realize.

Does charcoal actually whiten teeth?

Charcoal-based toothpaste can be more harmful to your teeth than beneficial, warn dental hygienists.

Are you using the correct toothbrush?

Brushing or flossing: which should be done first?

When it comes to flossing your teeth, should you floss before or after you brush your teeth? Dental hygienists say it doesn’t really matter – as long as you floss.

Gibb Teaching award recipients announced

Convocation Spotlight: Rachelle Pratt

Lifelong learner graduates with masters in education

Meet the CDE team

DDS 2019 graduate award winners

DH 2019 graduate award winners

Convocation Spotlight: Emily Ervin

ADA&C Gold Medal recipient

White coat ceremony symbolic of progress

In its 18th year, the White Coat Ceremony carries a prestigious undertone. It is one of pride, progress and professionalism.

Day in the Life of Gisele Gaudet-Amigo

2019 ADEA sees highest submission from the school

DDS and DH students raise $120,000 for local charity

$120,000 raised for non-profit charity

Recognizing professionalism begins on day one

Day in the Life of Rachel Fennema

Boyle McCauley Health Centre Dental Clinic expansion provides valuable service in the community

The $1.5 million expansion was made possible by a fundraising campaign led by the School of Dentistry

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