School of Dental Medicine

Dental Students Celebrate Week of Inclusion

Spread the Word—a global engagement campaign that empowers leaders and peers to strive towards inclusion—is the inspiration behind the Week of Inclusion.

Group portraits of students and mentors

Students Awarded at Scholar Symposium

10 dental students and 10 medical students recognized for their research aptitude as part of UConn Health’s 2023 Medical/Dental Research Day and Clinician Scholar Symposium

A simple, portable, CRISPR-powered microfluidic biosensor for HIV virus detection using a personal glucose meter.

UConn Researcher Develops Simple, Affordable HIV Testing Device

'This technology has the potential to bring point of care HIV testing to settings where early diagnosis and monitoring during treatment are critical'

Gestational Diabetes

UConn Research Seeds 17 Projects through New CRISP Funding Initiative

The funding program, which encourages interdisciplinary research among clinical faculty at UConn and UConn Health, is awarding a total of $729,000

Fourth-Year Student Wins ADA Health Literacy Contest

This year's theme emphasized the importance of dental health and overall health

Dental Care For Kids: Urgent vs. Emergent Situations

UConn pediatric dental experts provide top tips for tiny teeth

An MRI of a knee joint, showing damage to the bones.

Researchers: Combining Two Bone Healing Remedies Can Inhibit Bone Growth and Regeneration

The study shows how important timing and location are to bone growth and proper healing

Dental Match Day for the Class of 2023

“Our students place in some of the most competitive residency programs nationally and it is a reflection of their hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence," said School of Dental Medicine Dean Dr. Steven Lepowsky

Dental Students’ Day of Service

Students in the School of Dental Medicine honored Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through acts of service in the community.

UConn Health Minute: Clear Aligners for Adults

Clear aligners are a popular treatment option for adults looking to realign their teeth. As orthodontist Niloufar Azami tells us, UConn Health uses it’s own cutting edge 3D printing technology to help you achieve a perfect smile.