News - School of Dentistry

Amm awarded R21 grant to study non-invasive imaging of rare tumor

This grant will allow Amm to develop a new pre-clinical model for surgically removing ameloblastomas to reduce the chance of recurrence in patients.

Alumni Spotlight: Dr. John Anderson reflects on a lifetime of adventures and accomplishments in dentistry

In the fall of 1969, Dr. Charles “Scotty” McCallum, dean of the School of Dentistry at the time, hosted a meet-and-greet reception at his home for the School’s incoming freshmen. Among those in attendance were John Anderson, and his new wife, Mimi.

Javed named director of Global Center for Craniofacial, Oral and Dental Disorders

Amjad Javed, Ph.D. has been named director of the Global Center for Craniofacial, Oral and Dental Disorders (GC-CODED). He also serves as the interim associate dean for research and director of postgraduate education in the School of Dentistry.

Cunha-Cruz joins UAB School of Dentistry faculty to foster research collaborations and lead National Dental PBRN communications

Joana Cunha-Cruz, D.D.S., M.P.H., Ph.D., has joined the faculty of the UAB School of Dentistry to foster research collaborations and support the work of the National Dental Practice-Based Research Network (PBRN).

Summer commencement will be virtual at UAB

In response to increasing case numbers and hospitalizations and in consultation with UAB infectious disease and public health experts, UAB is canceling large indoor events to protect the health and safety of students, faculty, staff and the community.

Amm’s journey of scientific discovery continues through NIH funding, collaboration

An R21 award will help Hope Amm, Ph.D., further a lifelong journey of scientific discovery by advancing her research on genetics and signaling pathways in oral tumors.

Back to school: a complete health checklist for parents

UAB experts provide information on four health care appointments that need to be on every parent’s back-to-school checklists.

Burn patient shows hand therapists his gratitude by making them custom works of art

A year ago, Delrico Gibson could not use his hands. Now he can make art again and thanked the therapists who helped him recover with works of abstract symmetric string art made especially for them.

Why the Class of 1972 is Special

There’s no question the rigors of dental school are just as demanding today as they were 50 years ago. While dentistry has changed in so many ways the past 50 years, the tight bonds developed between classmates remains a constant. Set to have their 50-year reunion in 2022, the Class of 1972 may be the tightest of them all.

12 honored for excellence in teaching

Twelve faculty have been selected to receive the President’s Award for Excellence in Teaching, which honors those who have demonstrated exceptional accomplishments in teaching. The 2021 honorees represent each school, the College of Arts and Sciences, the Honors College and the Graduate School.

UAB School of Dentistry well represented in service through fellows program

The Albert Schweitzer Fellowship (ASF) of Alabama recently announced the selection of its 2021-22 class of Alabama Schweitzer Fellows and UAB School of Dentistry is well represented.

Alumni Spotlight: Dr. Calvin Sanders reflects on his journey into dentistry and rural practice

Dr. Calvin Sanders attended Auburn University from 1965 to 1969, and remembers how much fun he had as an undergraduate student. Perhaps even a bit too much fun at first.

Alumni Spotlight: An unexpected career became a labor of love

For one reason or another, the Medical College of Alabama in Birmingham chose not to accept Dr. Grady Price’s application to enter medical school for the fall of 1959. At the time, Dr. Price was studying pre-med at the University of Alabama and was preparing for a career as a physician when his plans abruptly changed.

School of Dentistry celebrates graduates, recognizes student accomplishments during annual commencement ceremony

UAB School of Dentistry honored over 150 Doctor of Dental Medicine graduates at its recent commencement ceremony. Held for the Class of 2021, the June 5 event also included members of the Class of 2020 who returned to celebrate in-person following a virtual ceremony last year.

Judd: Alabama does not have high enough immunity to eradicate SARS-CoV-2

Immunity levels are keeping state case levels manageable for now, but the current vaccination rate will not end COVID and likely will lead to continued outbreaks.

11 UAB students selected as 2021 Schweitzer Fellows

UAB graduate students will work as yearlong service partners to implement self-developed projects dedicated to improving the health of vulnerable people.

Arrasmith honored with lifetime achievement award by SSOMS

Warren Arrasmith, D.M.D., associate professor and clinic director in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, was honored with the SSOMS Lifetime Achievement Award at the 72nd meeting of the Southeastern Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.

Lin receives graduate student research award in pediatric dentistry

Yuyin Lin, D.D.S., a third-year resident in pediatric dentistry, has been awarded the prestigious 2021 American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) Graduate Student Research Award (GSRA).

King of the Jungle

Whether it’s hunting big game, treating dental patients, or making a big time philanthropic gift, Dr. Bill Adams (’69) of Albertville, Ala., believes in going all out. Adams recently made an $800,000 planned gift commitment to endow a professorship for the UAB School of Dentistry. The dental school will realize the gift through his estate.

Alumni Spotlight: Dr. Mary Leigh Gillespie – “Just A Big Kid at Heart”

It’s no secret that dentistry is an excellent profession, and most dentists love their jobs. However, most would also agree that much of their four years of dental school were spent grinding, just putting one foot in front of the other to push to the end. Dr. Mary Leigh Gillespie is the exception.

UAB in-person commencement ceremonies at Legion Field are April 30-May 1

At least 1,951 graduates will walk in three ceremonies. Senator James T. “Jabo” Waggoner will be awarded the UAB President’s Medal.

Hassan named associate editor for dentistry publication

Hassan’s new role will be to oversee the peer review of research studies submitted to the journal.

Remembering Dr. Sonia Makhija

Sonia Makhija, DDS, MPH, was integral to the Department of Clinical and Community Sciences and to the National Dental Practice Based Research Network, housed within the UAB School of Dentistry. Having passed away last Fall, she continues to be missed by her colleagues and friends.

Alumni Spotlight: Dr. Clark Browne enjoys giving back

Dr. Clark Browne grew up in Vincent, Ala., a small rural town just outside of Birmingham with a population of about 1400 at the time.

More Stories About Scotty: Dr. Peter Waite shares his memories

McIlwain named ‘Distinguished Alumnus’

Mark McIlwain, D.M.D., M.D., provided leadership in Alabama when the dental profession needed it most – to address the COVID-19 pandemic, while keeping patients and personnel safe and making it possible for practices and the school of dentistry’s clinics to reopen.

UAB to host in-person commencement at Legion Field on April 30, May 1

All 2020 graduates and spring 2021 graduates are invited to participate. Masks will be required, and there is no limit on guests; but everyone will need to be socially distanced. Parking will be free.

Student chapter hosts signature annual program

The Student National Dental Association (SNDA) chapter at UAB recently hosted one of the school’s leading diversity initiatives.

Alumni Spotlight: Dr. Adolphus Jackson

West Princeton Dental Clinic PC, owned by Dr. Adolphus Jackson, sits quietly tucked away on the west side of Birmingham. It is located on the same property where an Italian-owned grocery store once stood in the West Princeton community where Dr. Jackson was raised.

UAB received more than $325 million in research funding from the National Institutes of Health in 2020

Research funding to UAB from the National Institutes of Health tops $300 million again.