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Ohio Dental Association Interviews Dean Kenneth Chance
Dean Chance talks with the ODA Today about CWRU’s innovative Health Education Campus, community outreach initiatives to provide dental care throughout the community, and gives an update on the school’s research initiatives, student body and more. Q: It has been a few years now since the Case Wester...
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A New Era in Dental Education Begins with the Grand Opening of Renovated Simulation Clinic
The School of Dental Medicine at Case Western Reserve University marked a significant milestone with the grand opening of its $2.6 Million newly renovated Simulation Clinic, a cutting-edge facility designed to elevate dental education and better prepare students for the demands of modern clinical pr...
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Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine unveils $2.6 million Simulation Clinic upgrade
In 2024, the Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine is set to revolutionize dental education with a $2.6 million investment to upgrade its Simulation Clinic located in the Samson Pavilion. The state-of-the-art facility will be equipped with the latest A-dec dental simulation equi...
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Dental medicine’s Rui Amaral Mendes co-authors study on use of mucositis assessment guidance
Rui Amaral Mendes, adjunct professor of oral and maxillofacial medicine and diagnostic sciences at the School of Dental Medicine, recently co-authored an article titled “Guidance on mucositis assessment from the MASCC Mucositis Study Group and ISOO: An International Delphi Study” published by eClin...
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Dr. Jay Joseph: Celebrating 31 years as a preceptor—a new record
Dr. Jay Joseph (DEN '84), associate professor in the Department of Comprehensive Care, marks a significant milestone this year as he celebrates his 31st year as a preceptor at the School of Dental Medicine (SODM). A record achievement at the university, Dr. Joseph's commitment to education and mento...
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Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine Unveils $2.6 Million Simulation Clinic Upgrade
In 2024, the Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine is set to revolutionize dental education with a $2.6 million investment to upgrade its Simulation Clinic located in the Samson Pavilion. The state-of-the-art facility will be equipped with the latest A-dec dental simulation equip...
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New Case Western Reserve University study finds ‘significant link’ between tooth loss and fatal heart disease
Although the causal relationship between oral and cardiovascular health is not well-understood, researchers consider the link to be a 'predictive risk factor' Maintaining good oral health is crucial, not only for a radiant smile, but also a healthy heart, according to a new Case Western Reserve Uni...
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Dental visits increase with support from pediatric providers
Intervention by primary care clinicians may help more children access dental care and improve their oral health, according to new study Primary care pediatric clinicians could influence parents’ decisions to take their children to the dentist, according to a new clinical trial funded by the Nationa...
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2024 Outstanding New Dentist
Nicholas Nutile, DMD (DEN ‘17), will receive the Outstanding New Dentist Award. While at the CWRU School of Dental Medicine, Dr. Nutile was a natural leader, often encouraging his classmates to develop creative approaches to comprehensive care. As a student, he regularly presented strategies for re...
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2024 Distinguished Alumnus Award
Andre K. Mickel, DDS, MSD, MDiv, DMin (DEN '91, DEN '94), a tenured full professor, will be honored with the 2024 Distinguished Alumnus Award. Dr. Mickel’s impact on education and research is undeniable. In 1995, Dr. Mickel was selected as the program director of the CWRU School of Dental Medicine ...