School of Dental Medicine
Bacterial Fats, Not Dietary Ones, May Deserve Blame for Heart Disease
A new study by UConn scientists suggests that the fatty molecules linked to heart disease may come not only from what you eat, but from the bacteria in your mouth. The research may explain why gum disease is associated with heart trouble.
November 13, 2017 | Kim Krieger
First Phase of Dental Care Center Completed
The first phase of UConn Health's renovated Dental Care Center is completed with the latest technology and patient care amenities.
October 5, 2017 | Carolyn Pennington
UConn Dental Grants Show Collaborative Nature
UConn School of Dental Medicine faculty members work collaboratively to create a diverse research portfolio that goes well beyond teeth.
June 22, 2017 | Chris DeFrancesco '94 (CLAS)
Medical Exhibit Showcases UConn Dental’s High-Tech Imaging Capabilities
UConn School of Dental Medicine’s advanced imaging capabilities are now being showcased at Yale University’s medical library exhibit in New Haven until Nov. 5.
May 25, 2017 | Lauren Woods
UConn Health Graduates Classes of 2017
UConn Health held its 46th commencement exercises Monday at the Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts in Storrs.
May 11, 2017 | Chris DeFrancesco '94 (CLAS)
Student Commencement Speaker Tells of Delayed Gratification
Graduating from the UConn School of Dental Medicine brings Carolyn Bradford one step closer to the day when she’ll be doing the teaching instead of the learning.
April 20, 2017 | Chris DeFrancesco '94 (CLAS)
Dean MacNeil Assumes National Leadership Role
Dr. R. Lamont “Monty” MacNeil, dean of the UConn School of Dental Medicine, is now also chair-elect of the American Dental Education Association's Board of Directors.
April 13, 2017 | Chris DeFrancesco '94 (CLAS)
Digital Dentistry Has Patient Smiling Again
Digital dentistry is making the process of replacing and repairing teeth safer and more precise. Watch the video to see how one patient's smile was restored using the latest in computer technology.
April 6, 2017 | Carolyn Pennington and Ethan Giorgetti
High School Students Prepare for Possible Health Care Careers
A UConn Health lecture series designed to expose high school students to career paths they previously may not have considered is now in its third decade.
April 3, 2017 | Chris DeFrancesco '94 (CLAS)
MacNeil Reappointed as Dental Dean
After a decade of excellence Dr. R. Lamont “Monty” MacNeil has been reappointed for a third term as Dean of UConn School of Dental Medicine, making the dental school's future even brighter.
March 16, 2017 | Chris DeFrancesco '94 (CLAS)