Research, Scholarship & Creative Works

Recognized as one of 33 faculty members reshaping their fields, Zsolt Toth has been named a 2026 UFRF Professor for his sustained research excellence.

Over 100 scientists and clinicians gathered at Spring Synergy 2026 to showcase groundbreaking research in oral healthcare.

Merve Benli brings specialized training in digital dentistry and interprofessional geriatric care to the restorative sciences team.

For more than two decades, UFCD has held its Top 10 NIH funding rank among U.S. dental schools.

UFCD researchers identify CRISPR-based "internal brake" that controls gum disease aggression.

The UFCD's nationally recognized Student Research Group, or SRG, welcomes Dayane Oliveria (D.D.S., Ph.D.) as new faculty advisor this spring.

Two first-year students from UFCD recently presented their research at the 2025 Hinman Student Research Symposium, held October 31 through November 2.

Her accomplishments in research, education, mentorship, and service reflect a deep commitment to excellence.

She will examine how Medicaid adult dental coverage and preventive dental visits influence diagnosis and survival outcomes for oral and pharyngeal cancers.

In her new role she is providing direction and supporting initiatives that elevating UFCD's translational research agenda.