A Smarter Way to Silence Gum Disease
UFCD researchers identify CRISPR-based "internal brake" that controls gum disease aggression.
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Welcoming New Faculty: Mara Karaiskou
Dr. Karaiskou joined UFCD's faculty this spring and is a visiting clinical assistant professor in the Department of Periodontology.
Dental Care is Critical, Even During the Pandemic
Dr. Andrew Corsaro for The Conversation -- Tooth or consequence: Even during a pandemic avoiding the dentist can be bad for your oral health.
COVID-19: On the Front Lines of Oral Health
Garcia and UFCD leadership believed that the college had a responsibility to provide care not just for their patients, but for the entire community.
Faculty Promotions & Tenure
Congratulations to the six University of Florida College of Dentistry faculty members who received promotions or were approved for tenure.
I Cover My Face in Gratitude
"I cover my face in gratitude to our first responders, and ask that everyone in our community join me." - Dean A Isabel Garcia, DDS, MPH
Chang Receives Volpe Research Fellowship
The Volpe Award was established by the AAP in 2013 to address the retention of top periodontal basic science researchers and educators early in their careers.
Welcoming New Faculty: Karin Schey
In addition to providing patient care in the college’s faculty practice, Schey teaches periodontology residents and predoctoral students with an emphasis on periodontal education.
Hurricane Dorian Info & Updates
We encourage everyone throughout the state to follow instructions from state and local government officials. Be safe!
Faculty Promotions & Tenure
Congratulations to the six University of Florida College of Dentistry faculty members who received promotions or were approved for tenure.