Perspectives 2019

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D E A R A LU MN I A N D F R I E N D S , Greetings from the Oval Office! I hope you had a great summer with some down time to spend with family and friends. I am writing this after receiving two emails from the Cincinnati Bengals trying to keep season ticket holders up to date on this offseason of change. Those emails made

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me think about how we are in a similar situation at UKCD and how our alumni need an update

PROMOTING AWARENESS OF ORAL

during this time of change.

CANCER BUILDING ON TRADITION: THE

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EVOLUTION OF THE SEAL PROGRAM

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ALUMNI NEWS

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STUDENT NEWS

INTERIM DEAN Dr. Larry Holloway EDITORIAL BOARD

The Bengals have had the same coach for the better part of 20 years, and Marvin Lewis did

OUR MISSION

a lot of good for the franchise. He led us from the bottom of the NFL to five straight playoff appearances and thus his time at the helm should be looked at as a success. Similarly, Dean Kyrkanides brought UKCD up to date with the 21st century. He was able to remodel many areas of

Through leadership in education, patient care, discovery, and

the Dental Science Building, including the student clinics, and make UKCD the top digital dental

community engagement, we aim to advance oral and general

school in the country. Thus, his time as our leader should be looked upon with a lot of successes

health in Kentucky and beyond. We are committed to cultivating

for the school.

a humanistic environment that appreciates and respects the diversity of thought, culture, and experiences of all members of

The Bengals decided that it was time for a change in leadership after last season so that new

our community.

energy could try to take the franchise to the next level in the NFL. This led to a period of time

Linda Epling

that a coaching search had to take place so that the right person for the job could be found.

Ann Jarvis

Similarly, the leaders at UK decided that a change at UKCD was needed to bring new energy to our beloved alma mater. The search for our new dean will start soon. Currently, we are being led by

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

a great non-dental interim dean who also serves as University of Kentucky Vice Provost, Dr. Larry

Linda Epling

Holloway. Dr. Holloway continues to keep the momentum going at the college as we search for an

Ann Jarvis

interim dean with dental experience. Progress is being made on the search for an interim dean and after that person is named, then the search for our new dean will begin. We definitely want to

ART DIRECTION & DESIGN

find the right person for both positions so patience is needed as the process plays out.

Honey Creative The Bengals selected a young, offensive-minded coach, Zac Taylor. The hire has brought a lot of PHOTOGRAPHY

excitement into the offseason as he starts to change the roster and hire coaches that fit his vision

Libby Charlton

for the team. UKCD will have this same excitement as our new hires are announced and the vision

Pete Comparoni

of the new dean starts to take shape in the school. In the meantime, the school continues to

Mark Cornelison

move forward with plans for a building expansion, adding an endodontic graduate program, and

Ann Jarvis

renovating the pediatric program’s clinic. So even during this time of change, UKCD continues to

Kyle Whiteside

move forward in a positive direction.

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Just like the Bengals are asking season ticket holders to stay positive and support the team; I ask

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that all alumni continue to be proud of UKCD and support the school in any way that you can.

This is a time of change, but you can rest assured that UKCD is under great guidance and will

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continue to position itself as one of the top dental schools in the country. I hope to see you all on

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October 11 and 12 for our Fall Symposium.

(859) 323-6526 Thanks, Email: ann.jarvis@uky.edu

Perspectives is published annually by the University of Kentucky

Website: dentistry.uky.edu

College of Dentistry. Material in this publication may not be reproduced

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in any form without permission.

UKCD Alumni Association President

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COLLEGE NEWS EVENT CALENDAR 2019 OCTOBER 11-12 LEXINGTON, KY 43rd Annual Fall Symposium & Alumni Weekend

2020 FEBRUARY 3 LEXINGTON, KY Vincent A. Barr Visiting Presenter

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HIGHLIGHTS & NOTES DEPARTMENT OF ORAL HEALTH PRACTICE NOTES Dr. Bob Frazer, Chair Dr. Bob Frazer was named chair of the

UK President Dr. Eli Capilouto with Dr. Craig Miller

Department of Oral Health Practice in December 2018, after serving as interim chair since May 2017. From 2009 to 2017,

DIVISION OF ENDODONTICS

research. She is currently obtaining a PhD

Frazer served as the Division Chief of

Starting in July, the division began piloting

in Epidemiology and Biostatistics and is

Restorative and Prosthodontic Dentistry at

a new one-year endodontic program

excited to contribute in the areas of study

the college.

to provide dentists with experience in

design and data analysis to existing and

advanced evidenced-based procedures

future research projects involving faculty,

and practices in endodontic therapy.

residents, and dental students. At the 43rd

Participants will have the opportunity to

AAOP Scientific Meeting, Dr. Rojas gave

treat patients with challenging cases, be

an oral presentation about using fatigue

exposed to endodontic surgery, and have

and pain interference to predict pain status

the ability to treat cases utilizing a surgical

3 to 7 years later. She also presented

operating microscope in addition to other

a poster describing how pain status

technologies.

predicted satisfaction with life in a sample

DIVISION OF COMPREHENSIVE CARE

FEBRUARY 7 LEXINGTON, KY Barrels & Kegs and Silent Auction Fundraiser

The College of Dentistry underwent a Commission on Dental

of women with orofacial pain. Data for both

Accreditation site visit on October 16-18, 2018. Programs that were evaluated by the Accreditation Site Visit Team

DIVISION OF ORAL DIAGNOSIS, ORAL MEDICINE AND ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL RADIOLOGY

presentations came from a research grant awarded by the AAOP to her in 2016.

included the DMD program, orthodontics and dentofacial

Dr. Robert Taylor, along with alumni Drs.

orthopedics, periodontics, pediatric dentistry, general practice

Craig Adams and Patrick Campbell, led a

The college wishes Dr.

residency (12- month), and orofacial pain. All programs were

group of dental students on a service trip

John Lindroth a fond

Dr. Dolph Dawson was inducted into

re-accredited. The Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery program is

to RĂ­o Grande, Puerto Rico, over spring

farewell as he enjoys

the Delta Epsilon Chapter in honor of

scheduled for an accreditation visit in 2019.

break this year. Students were able to

retirement.

his contributions to the art, science, or

support the dental needs of more than 300 patients.

DIVISION OF PERIODONTOLOGY

literature of dentistry.

In honor of his dedication to research, Dr. Craig Miller (pictured above)

A number of UKCD faculty,

Dr. Kathryn Wade joins the division

received a 2019-20 University Research

in several divisions, are

to serve in a team leader role. Wade

Professorship Award. This award was

included in the July 2019

graduated from UKCD in 2018, followed

established by the UK Board of Trustees

issue of Dental Clinics,

by a one-year general practice residency

in 1976 to recognize outstanding research

edited by Dr. Mohanad

at the college.

achievements. Award recipients receive

Al-Sabbagh.

$10,000 for one year, to be used to In January, Dr. Emily

further research, scholarship, and creative

The college wishes Dr. Samuel Jasper well

Winfrey was named

endeavors.

as he departs for retirement. Dr. Jasper

chief of the Division of

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served UKCD students and the college for

Comprehensive Care.

The college welcomes

Previously, Winfrey served

Dr. Marcia Rojas to the

nearly 40 years.

as a team leader in the division, helping

division. Dr. Rojas has a

Dr. Pratishtha Mishra joins the division

to oversee patient care provided by dental

Master’s in Public Health

as assistant profession as a shared

students.

and an active line of

team member with the division of Oral 5

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14th Annual Mini Residency Program in Orofacial Pain participants Diagnosis, Oral Medicine and Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology. Dr. Mishara

DIVISION OF RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY

Dental Society meeting, at the Northern Kentucky Health Department with Let’s

earned a Master of Science Degree in

Congratulations to Dr.

Immunize Northern Kentucky (LINK) VFC

Orofacial Pain in 2018 from the college

Gitanjali Pinto-Sinai

Spring Review, and American Academy of

and completed Master of Science in

on being promoted to

Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology Annual

Periodontics in 2011.

associate professor with

Conference.

tenure.

DIVISION OF PROSTHODONTICS

Dr. Rashidah Wiley joined the division

Dr. Kevin Elvidge transitioned to a full-time

The college welcomes Drs. DeJon Graves

as a full-time faculty member in June.

assistant professor role with the division,

and Stephanie Roney as part-time faculty

Previously, Wiley served as an assistant

after working part-time the past two years.

to the division.

clinical professor at the University of New England College of Dental Medicine.

In addition to holding a DMD, he is also a Certified Dental Technician (CDT) and will be a tremendous asset helping students understand removable prosthodontic concepts.

The college wishes Dr. Vaughn Hoefler a

DEPARTMENT OF ORAL HEALTH SCIENCE NOTES Dr. Ted Raybould, Interim Chair

fond farewell as he returns home to Alaska.

DIVISION OF OROFACIAL PAIN Dr. Reny de Leeuw

Residency Program is scheduled for June

Orthodontics (ABO) in April. She was in

Dr. Kluemper was nominated by third-

1-5, 2020.

the first cohort to challenge the new ABO

year orthodontic resident Dr. Divakar

received the American

scenario-based Oral Clinical Examination.

Karanth. In his nomination, Divakar wrote,

Academy of Orofacial

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Dr. Beeman assumed the role of

“Dr. Kluemper is a passionate teacher…

Pain President’s Award

Once again, the graduate program was

orthodontics graduate program director

He makes sure that students understand

for the Advancement

well represented at this year’s American

in July, a position she previously held

well and reinforces the concepts so that

DIVISION OF ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY

of the Field of Orofacial Pain at the 2019

Association of Orthodontists (AAO) Annual

from 2007-2010. Additionally, she was

students will never forget…We all really love

Dr. Ahmad Kutkut was

AAOP annual scientific meeting and

Meeting. Three of our full-time faculty

nominated by the American Association of

him for his commitment to teaching. His

named president of the

Congratulations to Dr. Ehab Shehata on

assumed the role of president-elect for the

members contributed to the scientific

Orthodontists to serve as site visitor to the

students since the early 1990s have been

Kentucky section of the

passing the diplomate examination for the

American Board of Orofacial Pain.

portion of the program with the following

Commission on Dental Accreditation of

extremely successful…and we hope he

American College of

American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial

Prosthodontists for a

Surgery.

invited presentations: Dr. Jim Hartsfield

the American Dental Association, and was

keeps inspiring new generations

Dr. Isabel Moreno-Hay presented with OFP

– Genetics of TMD; Dr. Lorri Morford –

appointed as a commission site visitor in

of educators.”

2018-2019.

resident Dr. Fernanda Yanez on “Stress

Genetics and Facial Growth Predictions;

“Maxillary Sinus Augmentation Using

Congratulations to Dr.

Perception and Bruxism Prevalence in

and Dr. Lina Sharab – Adolescent Self-

Mesenchymal Stem Cells, What is the

Melvyn Yeoh on being

Chilean Professional Soccer Player: A Pilot

image in Relation to Facial Appearance

In addition to receiving an adjunct

her third year of a four-year leadership

Evidence?” at the International Congress of

named chief of the

and Malocclusion.

appointment with the University of

track within the International Association

Oral Implantologists World Congress event;

Division of Oral and

and “Digital Impressions and CAD/CAM

Maxillofacial Surgery.

Study,” at the 44th Annual Scientific Meeting of the American Academy of Orofacial Pain.

second term. Additionally, he presented

Dr. Lorri Morford is currently serving in

Western Australia Dental School, Division

for Dental Research (IADR) Craniofacial

Dr. Mohamed Bazina received the Albert

of Oral Development and Behavioral

Biology (CFB) Group. Beginning in July

Technology” for Kentucky Association of

Dr. Yeoh is the principle investigator for

P. Westfall Memorial Teaching Fellowship

Sciences, Dr. James Hartsfield presided

2018, she became the CFB President

Women Dentists and the Department of

the college’s “Eradicate Oral Cancer in

Dr. Jeffrey Okeson presented at a variety

Award from the American Association of

as president at the Annual Meeting of

and symposia organizer for the 2019

Veterans Affairs Study Clubs.

Eastern Kentucky” project, made possible

of locations throughout the year, including

Orthodontists Foundation. The prestigious

the Midwest Component of the Edward

IADR Vancouver meeting. One of her

with support from the United Health

the New Orleans Dental Conference, to the

award supports the development of

H. Angle Society of Orthodontists in St.

greatest accomplishments serving as CFB

Dr. Richard Windhorn

Foundation, which has involved traveling

Italian Society of Orthodontics in Pescara,

promising junior faculty and assists them

Pete Beach in February. He also spoke at

President has been to establish a new

presented “The Kentucky

with OMFS residents to Pikeville, Kentucky,

Italy, where he was awarded an honorarium

in the development of their teaching,

multiple scientific sessions and association

“Orthodontic & Craniofacial Clinical and

Experience as an ACP

and other areas to provide over 300 free

membership to the Italian Society of

patient care, and research activities in

meetings around the world, including the

Translational Research Award” which will

Digital Curriculum Pilot

oral cancer screenings. See page 12 for

Orthodontics, and to prosthodontists in

order to help them reach their highest

American Association of Endodontists

reward one young investigator $700 for

more details.

Moscow, Russia. Additionally, he stepped

potential. Dr. Bazina was also nominated by

Annual Session in Montreal and the 53rd

outstanding clinical and/or translational

down as immediate past president of the

the American Association of Orthodontists

Indian Orthodontic Conference in

research at the next three IADR meetings,

American Board of Orofacial Pain.

to serve as a site visitor to the Commission

Kochi, India.

thanks to support from John Wiley and

School” at the 2018 American College of Prosthodontists Fall Educators Meeting, touching upon

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technology challenges, training of faculty,

Dr. Molly Smith presented at various

and other highlights.

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on Dental Accreditation of the American

events since joining the college in 2018,

The division hosted its 14th Annual Mini

including at the American Association of

Residency Program in Orofacial Pain in

Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology with the

June (pictured on top of next page). The

International Association of Oral Pathology

program welcomed 67 participants from

Annual Meeting, Kentucky Academy of

19 states and 16 countries. 14 states and

Pediatric Dentistry meeting, Bluegrass

21 countries. Next year’s Annual Mini

Dental Association.

Sons, Ltd. Dr. G. Thomas Kluemper was selected as a 2019

Dr. Lina Sharab was selected by the AAO

Dr. Cynthia Beeman

Teachers Who Made a

to be a sponsored attendee of the Institute

became a Diplomate of

Difference by the UK

for Teaching and Learning Program this

the American Board of

College of Education.

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summer. The AAO sponsors this annual,

OTHER UKCD NOTES

DIVISION OF PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY

four-day program focusing on imparting the

Dr. Kelly Dingrando (’05) joined the

skills of a master dental educator. Sharab was

The college continued

division as assistant professor after

also selected by the Southern Association of

its tradition of

completing a pediatric residency with

Orthodontists as the 2019 recipient of the

supporting the

UKCD in 2019.

Faculty Lecture Award. Finally, she was also

Professional Education

selected as a 2019 Teachers Who Made a

Preparation Program

Dr. Cristina Perez submitted a “Case Study

Difference by the UK College of Education. In

(PEPP) during the

Approaching Early Childhood Caries by

his nomination, Dr. David Jensen wrote, “From

summer of 2019,

Utilization of CAMBRA” with DMD students

pre-clinical labs to cephalometric research,

although state funding

Daphne Salazar and Kassidy Wolfe, which

Dr. Sharab pushed me to be observant of the

for the effort has

was chosen as the runner up study in the

smallest of details, while having a real world

ended. This program

Nuestros Niños Contest by the Hispanic

understanding of the scope and significance

provides an academic

Dental Association (HDA). The authors

enrichment offering

presented the study at the HDA Annual

of dental medicine. She has challenged me to become a more skilled practitioner…

to high school and college students interested in medical or dental

Conference at the Greater New York Dental

and through her actions and expectations,

careers. Twenty students participated in PEPP-Scholars and 16

Meeting. Additionally, Dr. Perez spoke on

made it evident that being a great healthcare

students participated in the new PEPP-DMD offering, which focused

obstructive sleep apnea in children at this

provider starts with me as a person, not just a

on providing hands-on experiences for those interested in becoming

year’s annual meeting of the American

collection of degrees and exams.”

a dentist to treat underserved populations in rural or urban areas

Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.

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Dr. Divakar Karanth on being honored by

The college wishes Sue McConnell, UKCD director of alumni affairs,

the AAO at the 2018 Annual Session in

a fond farewell as she enjoys retirement. Her dedication to making

EFFORTS

Los Angles with the third place finish in the

each alumni event run smoothly for attendees and working tirelessly

During the 2018 Fall Symposium, the Class of ‘68 celebrated the 50th

Charles Schultz Resident Scholar Award

to support connect between the college and its many supporters will

anniversary of their graduation from the UK College of Dentistry. Twenty-

for his thesis research project,"3D Printed

be missed.

one of the 30 living members of the class attended the reunion, which

throughout the Commonwealth.

The division congratulates third-year resident

Resorbable Scaffold for Bone Regeneration."

included a reception, lunch at Keeneland, visit to Joe Craft Basketball Congratulations to Dr. Thamer Musbah, the newest member of the

Training Center, and a football game. During the reunion, the class

The division also congratulates Dr. Anna Vu

UK College of Dentistry’s Faculty Council. His term began in July

committed $68,000 toward establishing a faculty development fund.

on receiving the 2019 Proffit Julep Cup, given

2019.

annually to an individual, alumni, or friend of

Class member Dr. Roger Nofsinger shared,

our graduate program who has demonstrated

Dr. Luciana Shaddox was named associate dean for research at

Dr. Ron Singer oversaw the college’s

exceptional support, be it time, money,

the UK College of Dentistry. She will be responsible for providing

continued efforts to have DMD students

“It was great seeing everyone at the reunion…I really

personal energy or all of the above. Vu and

strategic leadership to help develop and facilitate new research

participate with other health care students

her husband James have been consistent

and new research collaborative teams within and outside UKCD.

during this year’s sealant trips. Read more

enjoyed the football game and Keeneland, but the tour

supporters of the graduate program in

Dr. Shaddox will continue her role as a professor in the Division of

about the hCATS effort on page 18. Dr.

of the sports facility with the basketball locker rooms

multiple ways, including her exceptional

Periodontology at UKCD, as well as her own research, an intense

Singer also received a Best Teacher Award

was especially enjoyable!"

design and publication of our Annual Alumni

clinical translational research program supported by NIH since 2009,

from the ASDA Chapter at UK during

Newsletter: Straight Talk.

aimed at evaluating immunological, microbiological, and genetic

ASDA Day.

factors involved with localized aggressive periodontal disease in

DIVISION OF PUBLIC HEALTH DENTISTRY

children and adolescents.

Dr. Nikki Stone received the Above and

Dr. David Thornton assumed the role of associate dean for clinical

Beyond Award from the Avesis State Dental

affairs, after serving as assistant dean for clinical affairs for a year.

Director acknowledging the huge impact on lives she has throughout the state.

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UKCD RESEARCH DAY

CELEBRATING

V IS IT D EN TISTRY.UKY.EDU/RESEARC H-DAY FOR ABSTR ACTS.

INVESTMENT IN UKCD STUDENTS

MORTENSON DENTAL PARTNERS’ The UK College of Dentistry recognized the support of Mortenson Dental Partners, the largest group of privately owned, doctor-run dental practices in the United States, by honoring them at a

The college held its latest Research Day event in conjunction with the 14th Annual CCTS Spring

lunch held on National Philanthropy Day

Conference. Below is a listing of outcomes:

last November. During the event, which was held in Lexington, philanthropists

UKCD Graduate Student/Resident/Extern

DMD Students

who have made a difference in Kentucky

Basic and Clinical Research Category

Clinical /Basic Research Category

were recognized.

• First: Divakar Karanth; Orthodontics (Mentor – Dr. David

• First: Aneesha Laungani DS3 (Mentor: Dave Jensen)

Puleo) “Developing and evaluating piezoelectric scaffold for

“Touchscreen Interaction Provides Increased Retention for

alveolar bone regeneration”

Children Receiving Oral Hygiene Instruction”

• Second: Ryan Rubino; Periodontics (Mentor: Dr. Craig Miller)

• Second Place: Chad Davidson DS2 (Mentor: Dr. Robert

Dr. Wayne Mortenson, CEO, explained his support for the college, “The students

“Post-Operative Bleeding Associated with Antiplatelet and

Danaher) “Epac Contributes to Orofacial Pain after Trigeminal

coming out of the UK dental

Anticoagulant Drugs: A Retrospective Study”

Nerve Injury in Mice”

school have solid foundations

• Third Place: Firas Al-Yafi; Periodontics (Mentor: Dr. Mohanad

• Third Place: Dave Jensen DS4 (Mentor: Dr. Lina Sharab)

Al-Sabbagh) “Open Barrier Ridge Preservation with

“Cephalometric Analysis Assessing the Validity of Ala-tragus

in traditional dentistry and

Leukocyte Platelet Rich Fibrin Plug: A Clinical, Radiographic,

Line While Establishing the Occlusal Plane in Edentulous

current best practices. They

and Histomorphometric Study”

Patients”

are also being exposed to new technology, helping to

Case Reports & Reviews Category • First: Alex Kluemper, Ryan Garbarino and Shelby Sheeran, Orthodontics (Mentor: Dr. Mohamed Bazina) “CBCT Imaging in Orthodontics: A New Standard of Care?”

• Second: Amripal Kullar, Orofacial Pain (Mentor: Dr. Isabel

• First: Vanessa Tubero-Alves (Mentor: Dr. Octavio Gonzalez)

prepare them for future growth in digital dentistry, which is

“Regulation of oral bacteria-induced CCL20 secretion in

the school’s vision —preparing

epithelial cells involves miRNAs”

students to be dentists both

• Second: Fayrouz Bazina (Mentor: Dr. Stephanos Kyrkanides)

Mortenson Dental Partners provides up to 13 annual awards with 85% of awards going to Kentucky residents. Recipients are rising fourth-year students who have demonstrated excellent clinical skills, patient interactions, and professional behavior, and share Mortenson’s strong commitment to making communities a better place to live, work, and play.

Mortenson Dental Partners is committed to their core values of caring for others, sharing abundantly, building relationships and expressing gratitude in the

Moreno-Hay) “Trigeminal Neuralgia in a 32-Year-Old-Female

“TGF-β1-Induced Phenotypic Changes on Oral Epithelial

today and in the future. We are

with Chiari Malformation: A Case Report”

Keratinocytes”

glad to assist them as we will

their dental practices and how they give back to their communities. Mortenson

all benefit from their addition

also actively supports Eagle University, School Choice Scholarships, the American

• Third: Priya Jayaraman, Orofacial Pain (Mentor: Dr. Jeff

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Post-Doctoral/Research Scientist

Above: 2019 Mortenson Dental Partners Scholarship recipiants

• Third: Liping Zhang (Mentor: Dr. Robert Danaher)

Okeson) “Use of CBD Oil for Pain Management in Trigeminal

“Evaluation of Highly Selective mPGES-1 Inhibitor, UK4b, as a

Neuralgia: A Case Report “

Non-addictive Pain Medication for Orofacial Pain“

to the field of dentistry.”

communities they serve. These values guide them in the way that they approach

Heart Association, JDRF, and WaterStep.

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CAN CER AWA RENESS

PROMOTING AWARENESS

OF ORAL CANCER

“The United Health Foundation is proud to partner with the University of Kentucky in addressing oral cancer,” said Tom Wiffler, CEO, UnitedHealthcare Specialty Benefits. “By improving awareness about the signs and risks of oral cancer and increasing early screening for the disease, we can help more Kentuckians live healthier lives.”

“With the support of United Health Foundation and our local partner, the Pike County Health Department, the

During national Oral Cancer Awareness Month, this

College of Dentistry

past April, the UK College of Dentistry launched

was able to provide a

its ‘Eradicate Oral Cancer in Eastern Kentucky’

tremendous community

"PATIENTS WILL THEN GO BACK WITH INFORMATION THEY NEED TO MAKE AN EVEN GREATER IMPACT ON OUR COMMUNITIES."

service by offering free oral cancer screenings,” said Dr. Yeoh.

project, made possible by a $1 million grant from

“Oral cancer can have a high rate of mortality, often due to

the United Health Foundation (UHF).

late discovery. By encouraging residents to be screened, the college is hoping to catch potential issues earlier while also educating participants on risk factors for oral cancer.”

Dr. Melvyn Yeoh, principal investigator for the project and chief of UKCD’s Division of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, traveled to Pikeville,

Following the April event, four additional screening sessions

Kentucky, with three OMFS residents and one fellow to provide over

have been held throughout Pike county, allowing the team to

300 oral cancer screenings at the annual Hillbilly Days event.

complete another hundred additional screenings.

Kentucky has one of nation’s highest incidences of oral cancer,

“Completing an oral cancer screening examination is only

according to the National Institutes of Health. In Harlan, Letcher, and

half the battle. Educating the public on oral cancer awareness

Pike counties – the ones targeted by the project – the prevalence of

transcends the limited time we have to see them in the chair.

oral cancer is as much as 54 percent higher than the state average.

The goal is to spread knowledge of known risk factors and

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CONTINU E D AWARENESS

oral cancer and its links to heavy alcohol

The college is working with local partners

and tobacco use, provide oral cancer

to offer additional screening dates in

proper screening regimen, so our fellow

screenings in partnership with local health

Harlan, Letcher, and Pike counties as part

Kentuckians are cared for appropriately.

departments, and help connect patients

of this effort. Findings from the “Eradicate

Patients will then go back to their friends

who need additional care to cancer

Oral Cancer in Eastern Kentucky” project

and family with the information they need

specialists in Lexington. A portion of the

will be shared in presentations to state

to make an even greater impact on our

grant funding has been set aside to use

and national organizations, along with

communities,” shares participating OMFS

for financial assistance for individuals

guidance on how the program could

chief resident Justin Kolasa, DMD, MD.

needing help with travel expenses and

be replicated or adapted in other

for health care services related to oral

communities.

The three-year “Eradicate Oral Cancer in

screening findings, regardless of an

Eastern Kentucky” project seeks to raise

individual’s insurance coverage.

DONOR APPRECIATION DINNER CELEBRATES SUPPORT FOR SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS

In April, UKCD held a donor appreciation dinner, honoring its

public awareness of the symptoms of

generous donors who make many scholarships and awards

Top: Dr. Jackie Banahan & Aneesha Reddy

possible. Donors had the opportunity to meet the students

Bottom Right: Dr. Craig Adams with Huston

that they supported throughout the last academic year and

Hastie & Erin Pilling

share the reason they chose to support students. Students, in turn, had the chance to share their future plans and express

Bottom Left: Drs. Betty Barr & Don Kleier with My’Chelle Gochett

their thanks.

Following dinner, UKCD Campaign Chair, Dr. Craig Adams (’87), spoke about the importance of giving back and continued involvement in the college. Dr. Adams has endowed a scholarship and recently made a commitment to a building expansion, in addition to participating in global health trips that students may experience during their time at UKCD. After his comments, donors were invited to the stage individually to present a certificate to their scholarship/award recipient(s).

Dispersed throughout the presentations, four students (Austin Delpont (‘19), Erin Pilling (DS3), Varun Nigam (DS2), and Rodney Ledford (DS1) shared comments on the importance of having scholarships along their dental education journey and the impact of support for all UKCD students.

IT ONLY TAKES ONE DAY, ONE GIFT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE.

FIND MORE

This year, on April 17, University of Kentucky

On One Day for UK, over $1 million dollars

alumni, friends, and supporters came

was raised from more than 3,200 gifts. The

together for One Day for UK, a 24-hour

college raised $20,789 during the event.

A list of this year’s scholarship

day of giving during which donors could

The Class of ‘78 challenged other DMD

and award recipients can be

support the college or cause of their

classes with a $4,000 matching gift.

found on page 32.

choice.

The college greatly appreciates everyone During this event, the College of Dentistry

who participated in this first One Day for

asked supporters to give to the College

UK event and for all of the support shown

of Dentistry Scholarship Fund. This fund

to our dental students as they work toward

helps students address one of their biggest

a career in dentistry.

challenges, affording a dental education.

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UK President Dr. Eli Capilouto addresses attendees at campaign kickoff event.

PREPARING FOR THE FUTURE

REMEMBERING DR. JOHN MINK

In 1962, Dr. John Mink arrived at the UK

opportunity to UKCD residents

College of Dentistry from Indiana where

and students.

he had served at the Indiana University Medical Center at James Whitcomb Riley

Dr. Mink played an instrumental

Hospital for Children as instructor and

role at the College of Dentistry,

director of dental clinics. Upon his arrival

touching the lives of over 3,000

at UK, as a founding faculty member of

dental students during his more

"His desire to really teach us in every

UKCD, he would help launch pediatric

than 50 years of service at the

moment was completely evident in each

dentistry efforts at the fledgling college,

college. Before retiring, he extended

encounter with him. He truly wanted to

recruiting core faculty members to support

his stay for an additional month

produce the most educated and capable

pediatric dentistry efforts, and welcoming

to make one last trip on the

pediatric dentists and his life's passion

the college's first class of less than 30

mobile dental van to visit Eastern

was to share all of the knowledge he

DMD students to start the college's new

Kentucky children. When asked

had acquired with us," shares Dr. Kirby

diagonal curriculum.

about extending his retirement, he

Chambers Hoetker ('00 and '02 Pediatric

shared, "I started the mobile dental

Dentistry). "My favorite memory of Dr. Mink

FOND ALUMNI ME MO RIES

The University of Kentucky announced

of Dentistry’s goal is $20.3 million. As

Century Campaign Event ‘Kentucky Can.’

the largest fundraising campaign that UK

of May 28, 2019, the college has raised

During this event, we heard many heartfelt

Fueled by a passion for teaching and

program, and I want that to be the

was riding through campus with he and

has ever undertaken with a goal of $2.1

$12,685,934. We’re well on our way to

testimonies from students, faculty, alumni

providing care, Dr. Mink worked to secure

last thing I do for the college."

Dr. Spedding for lunch one day. Two of

billion. In announcing the campaign, UK

achieving our goal!

and friends. They all spoke of the positive

funding to launch a mobile dental care

impact the University of Kentucky made in

operation at UK after returning to the

Dr. Mink's most cherished

dentistry that had shaped the way for

President Dr. Eli Capilouto said, “We were

the most prestigious dentists in pediatric

founded for the people of Kentucky. This

The $2.1 billion campaign was announced

their lives. I felt such a strong connection

college following a six-week service trip to

accomplishments while at UKCD

many dentists after them, and they were

place has been–and continues to be–

on September 14, 2018, at a special

to their stories as I reflected on my own life

Israel where he worked on a mobile dental

were receiving recognition as

still as silly as high school boys! I laughed

changing experiences,” shares Dr. Bolden.

unit with dental students from several

Teacher of the Year, establishing

so hard at their banter…it proved that

schools. By the 1990s, Dr. Mink was driving

the mobile dental program, and

working with kids had kept them young at heart!"

home to pioneers and providers, bold dreamers and strategic thinkers, who make our vision and work possible.

Now, we have the opportunity, with a

event attended by

"WE WERE FOUNDED FOR THE PEOPLE OF KENTUCKY."

sense of dogged

hundreds of friends of the university at the

“The event was held in the new Gatton

a 40-foot van, fondly nicknamed by his

the creation of the John R. Mink

Bill Gatton Student

Student Center, named after a donor who

colleagues "the Mink mobile" to remote

Endowed Chair in Pediatric Dentistry

Center. Members of

has generously given multiple gifts. It's so

locations in Eastern Kentucky, providing

and Oral Health Services Research,

"It is hard to narrow down all the memories

the College of Dentistry

amazing to see what a difference someone

oral health care to disadvantaged children.

established in 1999 to carry on Dr.

and all that I learned from Dr. Mink. He

Campaign Committee

can make with giving back. I personally

The offering provided both a way to serve

Mink's commitment to improving

was an awesome mentor with so much to

who were present

believe we can all make a difference

children who may not receive dental care

the oral health of children,

give and so much to share. He completely

representing the college

through giving back,” added Dr. Bolden.

otherwise as well as giving another learning

particularly in rural areas.

enjoyed teaching. One of my favorite

determination and boundless compassion

included: Drs. Betty Barr (‘74 and ’76

and generosity, to write the next chapter

Pediatric Dentistry) and Don Kleier (‘70),

Please join our effort to advance the

me in the hospital after I gave birth to my

for this university and for those we serve in

Drs. Carol (‘89) and Wayne Bolden, Dr.

College of Dentistry toward its next

son, and then he came after I gave birth

the Commonwealth and beyond. It is time

and Mrs. Steve Tucker (‘75 and ‘78 OMFS)

chapter in preparing future generations of

to my daughter. It wasn't about dentistry; it

to show the world what Kentucky can do.”

and Dr. and Mrs. Greg White (‘88 and ‘91

dentists while serving the Commonwealth

was about caring for the people you love,"

Ortho), along with UKCD staff. Everyone

and beyond. If you would like to learn

said Dr. Donna Klein ('01 and '08 Pediatric

who attended was energized by the event.

about impactful and tax-efficient ways to

Dentistry). "One of the many, many things

The theme of the campaign, “Kentucky Can: The 21st Century Campaign,” carries

memories is when Dr. Mink came to visit

support the college’s vision, please contact

Dr. Mink taught me in dentistry is that it is

forth that message. UK has already raised

“As a UKCD alumnus, it was exciting to

Linda Epling at 859-323-6918 or linda.

okay NOT to do anything, that sometimes

$1.18 billion toward its goal. The College

be a part of the unveiling of the 21st

epling@uky.edu.

doing nothing is the best treatment."

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BUILDING ON

TRADITION:

THE EVOLUTION OF THE SEAL PROGRAM

I

n 1996, the College of Dentistry Division of Public Heath

For UK’s dental students, the program

began the Seal Kentucky program. Each fall first-year dental

provides their first exposure with

students visit elementary schools in rural Kentucky to provide

providing treatment to a patient. For local

free preventative treatment to children. Schools with high

communities, the program helps to reduce

free- or reduced-lunch fee program participation, and few

tooth decay, underscore the steps needed

or no local dentists, are generally targeted when selecting

to maintain good oral health, and promote

treatment locations; as these children may experience higher

a positive dentistry experience with the

barriers to receiving oral health care.

community’s youth population.

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of community service,” said James C.

"THE SEAL PROGRAM ALLOWED ME TO SEE HOW HOW CRUCIAL EDUCATION IS IN PROVIDING THE BEST CARE FOR PATIENTS. "

Norton, PhD, director of the UK Center for Interprofessional Health Education. “From reading the reflections of the students, a lot was learned about collaborative approaches to care and about the roles of the various professions. Further, by doing this, the students made real and lasting contributions to the health of the children in that community.”

In an effort to evolve the format of the

During its pilot year, 48 health profession

“I feel that this trip allowed me to better

sealant trips to include an interprofessional

students joined 65 UKCD first-year dental

grasp the knowledge that I had learned

education (IPE) element and further enrich

students to provide health screenings

in the classroom…In today’s society, there

the experience of both dental students

and child-appropriate education activities,

seems to be a more interprofessional

and children receiving preventative care,

focusing on areas such as nutrition, stress

approach to health care. It was interesting

in 2017, the college partnered with the

management and exercise, in addition to

to observe how the nursing students

UK College of Nursing and the UK Center

the oral health education and treatments

interacted with the kids and the approach

for Interprofessional Health Education to

provided by dental students. Student

they used to teaching the information in

launch the health Colleges Advancing

feedback on the new format underscored

a fun manner,” said Rodney Ledford, class

Team Skills (hCATS) to Appalachia

support for changes as students shared

of 2022.

Program. UK College of Nursing dean

they appreciated the opportunity for

Dr. Janie Heath received partial funding

collaboration.

for the pilot 2017 initiative from the UK Women & Philanthropy Network. The effort

“The sealant trip allowed me to see how

continued in 2018 with support from the

integrated care works in a public health

UK Center for Interprofessional Health

setting and how crucial education is in

Education.

providing the best care for patients. Quality health care delivery is something that we

“The Seal Kentucky offering has always

must accomplish alongside other health

been popular among UKCD students,

care providers; we can’t do it alone,” said

allowing them the opportunity to engage

Jenna Perkins, class of 2022.

in hands-on care their first year of dental

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school. By evolving to the new hCATS

“hCATS was our first initiative addressing

format, this experience is enriched even

Authentic Clinical IPE (ACIPE), that is

further as they gain experience working

IPE happening in the context of actual

with other health care providers,” said

delivery of care to patients. It’s also

UKCD’s Dr. Ron Singer, assistant professor,

been a huge success, both from and

division of pediatric dentistry.

educational point of view and in terms

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DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI AWARD Each year alumni and friends of the college are invited to nominate alumni as candidates for consideration to receive the Distinguished Alumnus Award. Each nomination is carefully by the UK College of Dentistry Alumni Association as this award is not automatically be given every year.

The University of Kentucky College of Dentistry Distinguished Alumnus of the Year Award for 2018 was awarded to Craig Adams, DMD (’87), and Col Frank Allara, DMD (’88).

IN MEMORIAM

A native of Paducah, Kentucky,

Upon earning his DMD, Allara entered

Adams has been in private

private practice in Winchester, Kentucky,

practice in Raleigh, North Carolina,

where he was active in the Bluegrass Dental

since 1987. Since 1989, he has

Society, KDA, and ADA. In 1993, he was

participated in numerous dental

elected vice-mayor of Winchester. In 1995,

mission trips to Haiti, Mexico, and Craig Adams, DMD Nicaragua, and he has helped

Frank Allara, DMD

he entered the Air Force, and went on to

organize and host similar charity clinics in the US. In

George Washington University and complete an AEGD at the

2017, he led a mission trip to Nicaragua for UKCD dental

Naval Post-Graduate Dental School in Bethesda, Maryland. In his

students. He gives of his time, talent and resources

role of director, Air Force Dental Operations, Air Force Medical

by taking pro-bono patients, working with a relief

Operations Agency, Office of the Surgeon General, Joint Base

organization that brings orphans from Belarus to the

San Antonio Lackland, Kelly, Texas, Allara directs programs to

U.S. for dental treatment and volunteering with other

promote health, quality of care, and deployment readiness for

charitable clinics.

327,000 Air Force members.

earn a master of health science degree from

LYMAN T. JOHNSON AWARDS PRESENTED The UK Alumni Association Lyman T. Johnson African

FACULTY DR. TIM ARMENTROUT

American Alumni Group honored students and alumni

January 2019

Celebration last fall. During this event UK’s academic

DR. KENNETH BONDRA December 2018

during the 28th Lyman T. Johnson Homecoming colleges and units select one African-American alum whose faith, hard work, and determination has positively affected the lives of people on the UK campus, the city,

DR. RAYMOND KOPCZYK

state, or nation to receive the Lyman T. Johnson Torch of

May 2019

Excellence Award. These units also choose an African-

DR. JOHN MINK See page 17 for a special remembrance October 2018

American student within their respective colleges/ departments whose academic achievement and ability to impact the lives of others would warrant them to receive the Lyman T. Johnson Torch Bearer Award.

DR. WILLIAM PROFFIT September 2018

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Lisa Kwarteng (’19) with Dr. Eli Capilouto,

Dr. Zindell Richardson (‘83) and Lisa Kwarteng (’19) were

president of the

selected from the College of Dentistry to be honored.

University of Kentucky.

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By participating in UKCD alumni events and program, you help to support the funding of the UKCD Alumni Association Scholarship, as well as future student and alumni programming. Thank you for your continued engagement.

STAYING CONNECTED

DETAILS ON THIS YEAR’S EVENT ARE AVAILABLE AT DENTISTRY.UKY.EDU/FALL2019.

MAKE PLANS TO JOIN US ON OCTOBER 11-12.

ANNUAL FALL SYMPOSIUM AND ALUMNI WEEKEND 2018

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GOLF TOURNAMENT

2019 BARRELS & KEGS

2018 ANNUAL

Thank you to our sponsors: The Kentucky Center

UKCD ALUMNI ASSOC IATION

Pediatric Dentistry of Hamburg (Bronze Level);

for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Silver Level); and Roberts Insurance & Investments (Bronze Level). Additionally, many thanks to our vendors for providing tastings: Barrel House Distilling, Boone County Distilling Co., Broken Shed Vodka, Country Boy, Four Roses, Glenns Creek Distillery,

Thank you to our sponsors: Boyd Thornton Dental and White,

Heaven Hill, James E. Pepper Distillery, Route 52

Greer & Maggard. Prize hole sponsors included: ADL Dental

Moonshine LAC, and Wilderness Trail.

Laboratory, Erena & Peterson, James Motor Company, Leestown Dental Center / Dr. Dickson Ufomata, and University of Kentucky Federal Credit Union. Hole sponsors included:

MAKE PLANS TO JOIN US ON FEB. 7, 2020 FOR NEXT YEAR'S BARRELS & KEGS.

Bittersweet Acres, Danville Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Gaines Dental Lab, Inc., The Kentucky Center for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Knight, Wahle & Chalothorn, Patterson Dental, Pediatric Dentistry of Hamburg, Roberts Insurance and Investments, and Steckler Pediatric Dentistry.

THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO GOLFED WITH US!

UKCD ALUMNI ASSOCIATION P R ES I D E N T

Cliff Lowdenback ‘03

V I C E P R ES I D E N T

Tyler Bolin ‘13

S EC R E TA RY

Nate Nitz ‘14

TR E AS U R E R

Michael Sexton ’09 & ’15 OMFS

AT L A RG E MEMBERS

Louis Beto ‘81 Michael Day ‘03 Don Michael Hendricks ‘08

CO L L EG E O F DE NT I ST RY P HI L A N T HRO PY Linda Epling, 859.323.6916, linda.epling@uky.edu

D E N TA L PRACT I CE O P P O RT U NI T I ES Share your listing on the UKCD website by visiting dentistry.uky.edu/opening.

Erica Higginbotham ‘08 Ashley Mencarelli '13

CO N T I N U I NG DE NTA L E DUCAT I O N

Shawn Stringer '18

View upcoming UKCD courses at dentistry.uky.edu/ce.

Adam Thompson '04 & '05 GPR

FAC U LT Y R E P

Tom Thompson '84

U KC D SO CI A L M E DI A

Alex Mayes Young ‘09

flickr.com/photos/ukydentistry/albums

Dr. David Thornton ‘00

facebook.com/ukcdalumni linkedin.com/company/ukydentistry

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STUDENT NEWS

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FUTURE PLANS See what our grads plan to do at dentistry.uky.edu/class2019

Spring Break service trip to Puerto Rico.

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CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2019!

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YEAR IN REVIEW

Below: Congratulations to Class of 2019 Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU) inductees (from left): Seth Childers, Austin Delpont, Rachel Huffman, Nash Laungani, Allie Norton, Brian Glatt, and Huston Hastie.

Below: During UKCD spring break, Drs. Craig Adams and Patrick Campbell, with UKCD

Incoming ASDA officers gathered during the 2019 ASDA

faculty Dr. Robert Taylor, took a group of 11

Day & Career Fair, held in conjunction with the Vincent A.

dental students to serve the dental needs of

Barr Visiting Professorship Lecture.

Río Grande Puerto Rico residents. Services provided included cleanings, fillings, and extractions. The group performed over 1,100

Below: Class of 2022 students showed their support to one

procedures for more than 300 patients.

"Going to Puerto Rico was a fantastic experience. Dental school is so life-consuming that it can be easy to lose sight of one

Daphne Salazar and Kassidy Wolfe,

another by hosting a class lunch and sharing Valentine’s Day

service projects during Smile Week.

messages with one another.

class of 2020, presented a case study, Approaching Early Childhood Caries by Utilization of CAMBRA, at the HDA Annual Conference at the Greater New York Dental Meeting.

of the primary reasons we got into

Pictured, from left: Salazar, HDA

this profession: serving others.”

Foundation board member Dr.

- Kyle Whiteside, UKCD class of 2020.

Below: Incoming first-year students participated in various

Matilde Hernandez, and Wolfe.

Give Kids A Smile (GKAS) event participants saw 33 children and provided nearly $7,000 in free dental care at Aneesha Laungani, class of 2020, received the Dentsply

the event in February.

Sirona Student Clinician Award at this year’s college Research Day. Aneesha is pictured with Cristina Perez, chief, division of 30

pediatric dentistry.

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DONOR APPRECIATION DINNER SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS THE CRAIG Q. ADAMS SCHOLARSHIP FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

Thank you to the many donors who help support available scholarships. Congratulations to this year’s recipients.

behalf of professional organizations and national corporations.

Congratulations to the following Class of 2019 graduates:

Academy of General Dentistry Huston Hastie and Erin Pilling

SUSAN MCEVOY, DMD, MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Austin Delpont, Demetri Ginosatis and Huston Hastie

Kathryn Payne and Shiv Pruthi

My’Chelle Gochett

DAVID MOSIMANN FOUNDER OF BIEN-AIR, DENTISTRY SCHOLARSHIP

DR. VINCENT A. BARR STUDENT DEVELOPMENT SCHOLARSHIP

Rodney Ledford and Anna Skaggs

MORTENSON DENTAL PARTNERS SCHOLARSHIP

DR. MILTON GELLIN SCHOLARSHIP

Austin Delpont

SHARON K. BUTLER DMD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

AnnMarie Lyon

DOROTHY CAVINS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Alyssa Domico

CLASS OF 67 AWARD

Kassidy Wolfe

Aneesha Reddy

JOSHUA T. SULLIVAN SCHOLARSHIP

Jessie Zhu

ALUMNI ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIPS

Austin Delpont and Savannah Pepper

DR. TYLER R. ALBRECHT SCHOLARSHIP

DR. JEFFREY DEMBO CRITICAL THINKING AWARD

Nashwin Laungani

MARGARET NEAL JEWELL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

DRS. NERO AND BIGGERSTAFF DIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP

Henry Briggs, Andra Massey and Hamzah Mehmood

THE JANET FARACI LEE, DMD, LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT AWARD

Ashley Arnao, Sandra Onekhena, Vince Powell and Kassidy Wolfe

DRS. STEPHANOS KYRKANIDES AND SABINE BROUXHAN STUDENT

Robert Hardell

Jonathan Barry, Amber Bumgardner, Sarah Chhadh, Kathryn Haire, AnnMarie Lyon, Sandra Onekhena, Grant Palmer, Kaitlyn Patel, Lin Peng, Vince Powell, Priyanka Shrestha, Megan Tallman and Kassidy Wolfe

DR. ROBERT H. SPEDDING SCHOLARSHIP

Andrea Becker and Allison Higgins

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Each year numerous awards are presented to members of the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry graduating class on

DR. VINCENT A. BARR SCHOLARSHIP

DR. OAKIE G. NEWSOME MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

CLASS OF 2019 AWARDS

Jessie Zhu

Tim Cude Academy of Operative Dentistry

Dalton Hampton

Academy of Osseointegration

Austin Delpont

American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry

Troy Miller

American Academy of Implant Dentistry

Alexandra Steury

American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology

Nashwin Laungani

American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology

Allison Norton

American Academy of Oral Medicine

Dan Ritchey

American Academy of Orofacial Pain

Tori Wilson

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry

Aneesha Reddy

American Academy of Periodontology

Huston Hastie

American Association of Endodontists

Tori Wilson

American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial

Nashwin Laungani

DAN SEAVER SCHOLARSHIP FOR OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT IN DENTAL SCHOOL ORGANIZATION AND ACTIVITIES

Nashwin Laungani and Sandra Onekhena

TRIBUTE ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

Yan Zhang

International Congress of Oral Implantologists

Alex Hernandez

Pierre Fauchard Academy

Nashwin Laungani

Platinum Periosteal

Marc Lester

Quintessence Award for Clinical Achievement in Restorative Dentistry

Nguyen Le

Quintessence Award for Clinical Achievement in Periodontics

Nashwin Laungani

Quintessence Award for Research Achievement

David Jensen

Southeastern Academy of Prosthodontics

Jonathon Curtis

Hanau Prosthodontic Award

Seth Childers

Omicron Kappa Upsilon

Seth Childers John Delpont Brian Glatt Huston Hastie Rachel Huffman

Surgeons Oral Surgery American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial

Varun Nigam

Andrew Cude

Nashwin Laungani Seth Childers

Surgeons Dental Implant

Allison Norton UK College of Dentistry Probe Award – Periodontology

Brian Glatt

UK College of Dentistry Prosthodontics Clinical Achievement Award (Excellence in PROS)

Demetri Ginosatis

American Association of Orthodontists

David Jensen

American Association of Public Health Dentistry

Seth Childers

American Association of Women Dentists

Blaire Arnold

American College of Dentists (KY section)

Nashwin Laungani

Joolki Kim

American College of Prosthodontists

Dan Ritchey

Nash Laungani

American Dental Society of Anesthesiology

Austin Delpont

Allie Norton

Brian D. Stone Memorial Award

Natalie Klimova

Equilibration

Holly Reaume

International College of Dentists (KY section)

Sam Thompson

Huston Hastie

International College of Dentists (U.S.A. section) Humanitarian Award

Natalie Klimova

Whitney Thompson

International College of Dentists (U.S.A. section) Leadership Award

Taylor Blaylock

UK College of Dentistry Restorative Clinical Achievement Award (Excellence in RSD)

Daniel Ritchey Paige Higdon

Ali Coleman Dan Hall

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WE APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT OF THE UK COLLEGE OF DENTISTRY

Ms. Cheryl Stegall and Dr. Walter Blevins Dr. Stacey Blume-Soper and Dr. Eric M. Soper Drs. Carol and Wayne Bolden Dr. and Mrs. Tyler Bolin

The generous support of the following alumni and friends during the period of July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019,

Dr. Mariam Susanne Fallahzadeh

Mr. and Mrs. Jason T. Hull

Dr. Robert W. McFadden

Dr. Heather Huntley Owens

Dr. Jonathan James Roden

Dr. and Mrs. Robert Clark Taylor

Family Dentistry Inc

Dr. Robert B. Hunsaker

Dr. Ed and Dr. Melissa Meier

Dr. and Mrs. Harold E. Ownby

Dr. Frederick A. Rosenberg

Dr. and Mrs. Charles A. Thomas

Mr. Frank J. Faraci

Dr. and Mrs. J. Mark Huntsman

Dr. and Mrs. Mark C. Melendez-

Dr. K. Michael Palmer

Dr. and Mrs. Eduardo Rostenberg

Thomasville Pediatric Dentistry

Farmer Pediatric Dentistry, PSC

Mrs. Sherry Huron-Miller and Dr. Craig

Dr. Rebecca Miriam Sloan and Dr.

Dr. Gerald I. Roth

Drs. Amy and Adam Thompson

Dr. Ryan T. Rubino

Dr. Teresa M. Boyd and Dr. David R.

Dr. Elizabeth and Mr. James Faulkner

S. Miller

Christensen Dr. Mark D. Mellman

Mr. Christopher G. Jackson

Mr. Robert Merrell

Ms. Rebecca Paraskos

Drs. Dianne and William Rudolph

Mr. and Mrs. Scott B. Fitzpatrick

Ms. Brandi Ann Jarvis

Dr. and Mrs. Donn E. Mettens

Dr. Nirav Ishvarlal Patel

Dr. and Mrs. Paul E. Rundberg

U.S. Army

Brandi Prather DMD PSC

Ms. Marjorie K. Floro

Dr. Nicole Jenkins

Dr. Matthew S. Milliner

Ms. Geneva N. Patterson

Dr. Tamara C. Samuelson

Dr. Casey Travelsted

Dr. Jae R. Brimhall

Donna L. Fogle, RDH, CCRP

Dr. and Mrs. Gary L. Jennings

Dr. and Mrs. Marion D. Miniard

Dr. Cheryl A. Pearson

Dr. and Mrs. Stanley T. Scalf

Dr. and Mrs. John B. Tromans

Drs. Charles B. and Charis B.

Dr. Teresa L. Fong and Mr. Ronald

The John P. Faraci M.D. Trust

Ms. Madeline Mink

Pediatric Dentistry of Hamburg

Dr. C. Scott Schmitt

United Health Foundation

Pediatric Dentistry of Owensboro,

Dr. and Mrs. Charles H. Schmitt

UK Federal Credit Union

Mrs. Cynthia W. Seaver

UK Orthodontic Alumni

Dr. Douglas W. Johnson

Mr. Kevin P. Mischel

Mr. Kim R. Bryan

Dr. Jason Ford

Dr. and Mrs. Lucien S. Johnson

Dr. Laura Morris-Olson and Mr.

enhance the educational

Dr. Francis M. Bush

Dr. and Mrs. C. Mark Fort

Johnson & Johnson Medical Device

environment at the UK College

Mrs. Barbara A. Butler

Dr. and Mrs. Michael D. Foster

of Dentistry. Your investment

Mr. and Mrs. Richard W. Butler

Dr. Jonathan C. Francis

in scholarships, equipment,

Mr. Robert W. Butler

Dr. Patricia Meeks Francisco

renovations, student and

Drs. Laurie T. and Matthew R.

Dr. Wade H. Frazier III

enhancement, and public outreach is appreciated. Thank you for making a difference.

Brooks

Campbell

D. Sit

Dr. and Mrs. Robert E. Penny

Dr. and Mrs. Robert S. Sergent

Dr. and Mrs. O. Wayne Mortenson

Dr. Mark L. Perecman

Mrs. Ann H. Sexton

University of Florida

Dr. and Mrs. Carson P. Keally

Mortenson Dental Partners

Dr. William A. Phillips

Mrs. Missy Shelton

Dr. and Mrs. Michael J. Utley

Dr. Juliette Keller and Mr. Karl T.

Mrs. Lori S. Mosser

Ms. Gitanjali Pinto-Sinai and Dr.

Mr. Ronald Lee Singer

Michael S. Vetter, DMD, PC

Drs. Karen and David Skaff

Dr. Charles Vittitow III

Business Services

Steele

Joseph M. Olson

LLC

Craig T. Mueller, D.D.S.

Anthony P. Sinai

Association

Dr. John H. Frick

Mr. Patrick J. Kelly

Dr. and Mrs. M. Raynor Mullins

PNC Bank, Lexington

Dr. Philip William Slonkosky

Dr. Lucy L. Wachs

Dr. Mary E. Campbell

Mr. and Mrs. James C. Furness, Jr.

Kentucky Academy of Pediatric

Dr. Donald R. Murdock

Dr. Nathan J. Powers

Dr. and Mrs. David C. Smith

Dr. and Mrs. William F. Wathen

Capricorn Foundation

Dr. and Mrs. Kell D. Gallaher

Mrs. Marianne Murphy

Drs. Rosalind and George Prattas

Dr. Carolyn Jennings Southworth

Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Watson

Dr. A. Sterling Card

Mr. and Mrs. Gregory K Gerhard

Kentucky Association of Orthodontists

MUSC Foundation

Drs. Nedra and Steven Preston

Dr. Heather Whitt Spradlin

Dr. Preston Q. Welch

Dr. William E. Carroll

Dr. Kenneth W. Gibbs

Kentucky Center for Oral &

Dr. David A. Nash

Dr. Alan D. Price

Mrs. Sandy L Spradling and Dr.

Whip Mix Corporation

Dentistry

Dr. Susan E. Cash

Mr. and Mrs. Richard B. Glisson

Dr. and Mrs. Lawrence E. Nash

Dr. Albert A. Primavera

Dr. Craig Q. Adams

Dr. Christopher C. Casterline

Ms. Jean A. Goldsmith

Kentucky Dental Association

Dr. Benjamin W. Nero

Dr. Nicole and Mr. James H. Pruitt

Alaska Native Tribal Health

Children's Dental Associates, P.C.

Dr. and Mrs. Howard T. Goodpaster,

Dr. and Mrs. Paul N. Kerr

Dr. and Mrs. Elliot D. Neuman

Dr. Jin-Young N. Kim

Dr. Steven D. Neyer

Consortium

Thornton

Boyd Thornton Dental PSC

made possible activities that

resident activities, program

Peter M. Paraskos

Dr. Fleming C. Chisholm, Jr.

Jr.

Maxillofacial Surgery

Peter M. Spradling

White, Greer & Maggard, PSC

Dr. Josh Kyle Stamper

Dr. Stephanie Cosby & Eric Whitley

Dr. and Mrs. Thomas R. Stark

Dr. Matthew M. Whitson

Dr. Melanie F. Pugh

Dr. and Mrs. Munro Steckler

Dr. and Mrs. Craig B. Wiggins

II

Dr. Tyler R. Albrecht

Dr. Wayne J. Christian

Ms. Phyllis J. Goodrich

Dr. Richard G. Kimmel

Dr. Nathan David Nitz

Dr. and Mrs. David C. Quast

Dr. and Mrs. John G. Stephenson

Dr. and Mrs. Cary A. Williams

Dr. and Mrs. Gregory J. Albright

Drs. Mary and Stephen Clark

Dr. Amanda Grace

Dr. Audrey Craig Kinder

Mr. Richard D. Noel

R. J. Roberts, Inc.

Dr. and Mrs. Jerry L. Stovall

Dr. Mark O. Williams

American Association of Women

The Honorable Jennifer and Dr.

Grand Strand Pediatric Dentistry,

Dr. Kyle Clayton Kirk

Dr. Roger B. Nofsinger

Dr. and Mrs. Ted P. Raybould

Straumann USA, LLC

Dr. Rick Windhorn

Dr. and Mrs. Tom R. Klaene

Dr. Daniel Alan Noll

Rebekah W. Branscum, DMD, PSC

Mrs. Rose Ann Street and Dr. Chad

Dr. Emily and Mr. Joshua Winfrey

Dentists American Board of Pediatric

Wesley Coffman

Inc.

College of Dentistry Class of 2019

Nicole A. Gula

Dr. and Ms. G. Thomas Kluemper

Dr. George C. Oakley

Mrs. Mary M. Reid

Commonwealth Dentistry PSC

Gwinnett Family Dental Care LLC

Dr. M. Joan Kluemper

Emily K. O'Connor-Schwegman,

Ms. Vicki Dale Riddell-Peavler and

Appalachian Periodontics PLLC

Dr. Dana and Mr. Michael Corbett

Dr. Martin A. Haas

Dr. Stephanos Kyrkanides and Dr.

Dr. Thomas Arkle III and Dr.

Dr. and Mrs. C. Todd Cox

Mr. and Mrs. Harold Haering

Dr. and Mrs. Taylor Cox

Drs. Michelle and William Ham

Dr. Mark A. Lackey

Mrs. Ruth Ann Ogden

Roberts Insurance and Investments

David Avery and Susan L. Zunt

Dr. Addison Charles Young

Dr. Debbie and Mr. Terry Crowe

Dr. and Mrs. Jeffery D. Hammons

Lavelle Family & Cosmetic Dentistry

Ms. Mary B. O'Keeffe

Dr. Howard W. Roberts

Dr. Joseph R. Sutton

Dr. Evan Michael Zeh

Dr. Teresa A. Dawahare Lyon and

Dr. and Mrs. William E. Hampton

Dr. Joseph F. O'Neil

Mr. and Mrs. Robert P. Robinson

Dr. and Mrs. Jan C. Swanson

Dr. and Mrs. Steven M. Zettler

Dentistry, Inc.

Stephanie C. Chen Dr. Debra S. Arnett and Dr. Robert B. Brashear Dr. and Mrs. J. Fred Arnold III

Dr. John R. Lyon

Sabine M. Brouxhon

PLLC

Dr. David K. Hansen

Dr. and Mrs. Paul T. Lavelle

Mr. and Mrs. Dennis L. Arthur

Dr. and Mrs. George B. Day

Dr. James P. Hayden

Dr. and Mrs. Tom C. Lawton

Dr. Frank Avason III

Dr. and Mrs. Michael Day

Ms. Ginni C. Haynes

Ms. Megan P. Lee

Mr. David Avery and Ms. Susan L.

Dr. Reny De Leeuw

Dr. and Mrs. Darrell R. Hazle

Dr. Michael Patrick Lee

Delta Dental of Kentucky

Hendricks Family and Cosmetic

Dr. William E. Lee

Zunt Dr. Jackie L. Banahan and Mr. William L. Hager, Jr.

Foundation

Dentistry

Mrs. Gene Lewis

Dr. David P. DeMaria

Dr. and Mrs. Robert G. Henry

Dr. Charles A. Lindsey

Neidre Janell Banakus, D.D.S.

Dentistry for Children Inc. Lex

Dr. Rebecca S. Vawter and Chris

Dr. Clifford J. Lowdenback

Dr. Glenn M. Barnes

Dr. John P. DeVries

Barnhill Pediatric Dentistry, PSC

Dr. and Mrs. Mansfield Dixon

Dr. Julie L. Hess

Dr. Dan M. Luther

Dr. Elizabeth Shaw Barr and Dr.

Dr. and Mrs. Richard C. Domek, Jr.

Dr. Anna Vu and Dr. James Hicks

Dr. Leslie and Mr. John Malueg

Dr. Enif A. Dominguez Fernandez

Dr. George B. Hines

Ms. Carnetta Marquette

Dr. Nelle V. Barr

Drs. Beto and Bogardus PLLC

The Hinman Dental Society of

Dr. Kevin D. Martello

Dr. and Mrs. William S. Bate

Dr. and Mrs. Phillip B. Eastep

Dr. and Mrs. Louis M. Beto

Dr. Kevin L. Elvidge

Dr. and Mrs. Mark W. Hodge

Dr. Stephen L. Mattingly

Dr. Paul L. Biddle

Mrs. Linda A. Epling

Dr. Shanna Couch Holliday

Dr. and Mrs. Thomas A. McConnell

Bien-Air USA Inc.

Mr. and Ms. Thomas M. Ewing

Dr. Leslie C. Horn

Dr. and Mrs. Rex P. McCrary

Ezis & Blume, DDS, LLC

Dr. and Mrs. Stephen B. Hulen

Dr. Robert J. McDill

Donald J. Kleier

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Herren, D.M.D.

Atlanta, Inc.

Dr. Amy Goodlett Luley

Martha Vaill Congleton Trust

D.M.D. and Mr. Marc A. Schwegma

Mr. Joe G. Peavler Dr. Nathaniel Ritter

C. Street

Wise Dentistry for Kids, PSC

Dr. Shawn Matthew Stringer

Mr. and Mrs. Charles D. Wolfe

Mr. Callan J. Strouss and Mrs.

Mrs. Catherine T. Woolum and Dr.

Darcia A. Fantucchio

Kerry L. Woolum

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