Announcements
WVU School of Dentistry explores new screening method for malignant oral cancer
Seven clinicians from West Virginia and Maryland gathered at the West Virginia University School of Dentistry Feb. 14 to begin training for a research project focusing on a new method to screen for malignant oral cancer.
WVU School of Dentistry launches capital campaign to upgrade outdated facilities
With help from alumni and friends, the next generation of West Virginia dentists and dental hygienists will be trained in radically modernized facilities that reflect the excellent education and quality patient care provided by the West Virginia University School of Dentistry.
WVU announces music and health degree
Students who have a passion for music but also want a career in healthcare can now study both disciplines with a new degree program at West Virginia University. WVU will be one of the first universities in the nation with a music and health undergraduate program.
Limited scholarships available for tobacco treatment training course
A limited number of scholarships remain for the May 20-22, 2020 continuing education course at the West Virginia University School of Dentistry.
Dental school provides free screenings for children
Appointments are required, and space is limited. To schedule an appointment for the free services, call 304-293-0401.
Dental school alumni watch: Dr. Uyen Nguyen
During the International Orthodontic Congress in Yokohama, Japan, the Asian Pacific Orthodontic Society will recognize West Virginia University School of Dentistry Department of Orthodontics researchers and alumni for a study using a novel expansion appliance to correct posterior crossbite in young adults.
Vice dean role will expand administrative leadership within dental school
Fotinos Panagakos, DMD, PhD, MA, MBA, associate dean of research at the West Virginia University School of Dentistry, has been named the dental school’s vice dean for administration and research.
Dental school faculty and staff receive progress report from dean
To begin a new decade, West Virginia University School of Dentistry dean Dr. Anthony ‘Tom’ Borgia, welcomed faculty and staff to the spring 2020 semester with a word of thanks.
Train to become a certified tobacco treatment specialist
This course is for professionals in the fields of medicine, dentistry, nursing, pharmacy, public health, social work, respiratory therapy and addiction counseling.
Dean Borgia reviews dental school accomplishments in 2019
Solid partnerships prompted so many positives in 2019. A number of events led to the dental school being able to reach a broader community of patients to improve oral health and enhance overall wellness where we live, teach and treat. Dr. Anthony 'Tom' Borgia, dean of the West Virginia University School of Dentistry, shares a compilation of updates below.