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School of Dental Medicine

From lab discoveries to public outreach initiatives, students, faculty, staff and alumni at Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine 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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Dental students sweep awards at the National Oral Health Conference
Two dental students won awards at the National Oral Health Conference (NOHC) in Memphis last month. The Annual Predoctoral Dental Student Merit Award for Outstanding Achievement in Community Dentistry is sponsored by the American Association of Public Health Dentistry. Each dental school is…
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What’s next? Eight outstanding CWRU grads share their on-campus experiences—and post-graduation plans
This Sunday, May 19, approximately 2,000 Case Western Reserve University students will take part in commencement ceremonies, beginning with the university-wide convocation at 9:30 a.m. in the Veale Convocation, Recreation and Athletic Center and followed by diploma ceremonies throughout the…
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Study: Therapy dogs reduce children’s fear, anxiety during dentist appointments
A new Case Western Reserve University study found that children visiting the dentist reported reduced situational fear when a certified therapy dog is present. The research was done by the university’s School of Dental Medicine and Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences,…
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Case Western Reserve and Cleveland Clinic dedicate Health Education Campus Dental Clinic and Community Park
Projects follow debut of the 477,000-square-foot Sheila and Eric Samson Pavilion in April Case Western Reserve and Cleveland Clinic last night celebrated completion of two projects designed to enhance the health and well-being of area residents—as well as dental education. The first project is a…
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Case Western Reserve dental school researchers awarded $4.2 million to study seniors’ oral health
The idea is to develop a standard of care for older adults A team of researchers from the School of Dental Medicine at Case Western Reserve University will use a $4.2 million grant from the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) to study tooth-decay treatments in older adults. The…
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Case Western Reserve, Cleveland Clinic launch new era of health education with Samson Pavilion dedication
Innovative architectural design and state-of-the-future technology to welcome students from dental, medical and nursing schools Case Western Reserve University and Cleveland Clinic launched a new era of health education today in dedicating the centerpiece of their new campus, the Sheila and Eric…
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Case Western Reserve, Cleveland Clinic work with Famicos Foundation to “adopt” needy families for the holidays
Contributions from Health Education Campus contractors and construction crews will help 26 families in Hough and Glenville Representatives from Cleveland Clinic and Case Western Reserve meet regularly with construction contractors regarding progress on the Health Education Campus (HEC), scheduled…
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Veterans offered free dental care at Case Western Reserve University to mark Veterans Day
To mark Veterans Day, Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine will offer free dental exams and discounted care to honor veterans and military personnel Monday, Nov. 12. As part of a veteran outreach effort, the dental school will offer a free dental exam, free X-rays and cleaning…
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Dental research shows that smoking weakens immune systems
As if lung cancer, emphysema and heart disease weren’t enough, there’s more bad news for cigarette smokers. Researchers at the Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine found that smoking also weakens the ability for the dental pulp in teeth to fight illness and disease. In other…
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$1 million gift to fund new equipment at Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine
Delta Dental Foundation investment marks long-term partnership in the future of academic dentistry at CWRU A new $1 million gift from the Delta Dental Foundation will help furnish Case Western Reserve University’s School of Dental Medicine with an array of new equipment to better serve…