University of Maryland School of Dentistry

Dual-Degree Dental Hygiene Program Targets Graduates in the Sciences

The two-year University of Maryland School of Dentistry (UMSOD) Clinical Dental Hygiene Leader (CDHL)...

Endowed Professorship to Support Pathogen-Defense Research

The Maryland Department of Commerce E-Nnovation Initiative Fund (MEIF), in combination with matching funds...

Alpha Waves Play Role in Pain Susceptibility

A particularly prevalent pattern of brain activity known as alpha waves strongly relates to...

Program Teaches Non-Dental Healthcare Providers About Oral Health

The University of Maryland School of Dentistry (UMSOD) has announced a post-baccalaureate program for...

Meeks Takes Gies Award for Dental Education

The American Dental Education Association (ADEA) has named Valli Meeks, DDS, MS, RDH, the...

Mindfulness Training Proves Effective Against Migraines

Mindfulness is an effective treatment for episodic migraines, according to researchers at the University...

Smart Mouthguard Technology Gets Licensing Deal

University of Maryland School of Dentistry (UMSOD) alumnus Michael Wright, DDS, MS, has licensed...

Experimental Vaccine Defeats S Aureus Infections

Janette Harro, PhD, has developed an experimental vaccine that protects up to 80% of...

Palate Width May Be a Biomarker for Schizophrenia

Patients suffering from a specific form of schizophrenia have a wider oral palate than...

Tinanoff Wins AAPD Leadership Award

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) presented its Merle C. Hunter Leadership Award...