Perspectives 2017

PERSPECTIVES U NI VE R SIT Y O F K ENT UCK Y COLLEGE OF DE NTI STR Y 201 7 AN N UAL MAGAZ I NE

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DEAN Dr. Stephanos Kyrkanides

OUR MISSION

EDITORIAL BOARD

Through leadership in education, patient care, discovery, and community engagement, we aim to advance oral and general health in Kentucky and beyond. We are committed to cultivating a humanistic environment that appreciates and respects the diversity of thought, culture, and experiences of all members of our community.

Linda Epling Ann Jarvis Sue McConnell

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Linda Epling Ann Jarvis Sue McConnell Olivia Ramirez Loretta Stafford

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EVENT CALENDAR 2017

2018

SEPTEMBER 22

FEBRUARY 9

LEXINGTON, KY

LEXINGTON, KY

White Coat Ceremony

Vincent A. Barr Visiting Professorship Lecture

OCTOBER 7-8

ART DIRECTION & DESIGN Honey Creative

PHOTOGRAPHY Dana Rodgers

LEXINGTON, KY

FEBRUARY 9

41st Annual Fall Symposium & Alumni Weekend

LEXINGTON, KY

OCTOBER 21

Libby Charlton Ann Jarvis Sue McConnell Tyler Sanslow

ARCHIVES

Barrels & Kegs and Silent Auction Hilton Downtown

ATLANTA, GA

MARCH 23

Alumni Reception at the ADA Omni Hotel at CNN Center

ATLANTA, GA

Alumni Reception at the Hinman For more information on these and other events, contact the UK College of Dentistry Office of Alumni Affairs at (859) 323-6676 or email smmcco2@uky.edu.

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PROGRESSING technologies, facilities, and therapies of the future. In 2017, UK Dentistry’s new endodontic suite opened for patient care, equipped with a Zeiss OPMI PROergo surgical microscope.

Renovations to the Dental Science Building third floor DMD clinic will complete, and in August the clinic will re-open with updated operatories and a new clinical digital design center—see more on page 20. Alumni are invited to an Open House on October 7 to tour updates to the Dental Science Building. Visit dentistry. uky.edu/2017weekend for more information.

Faculty and staff at the UK College of Dentistry have worked continuously over the past year to make progress towards many of the goals set forth in UKCD’s 2016-2020 strategic plan.

The plan highlights key priorities in the areas of education, clinical care, research, community engagement, and leadership, all with the ultimate vision of making UK College of Dentistry #1.

EDUCATION Education centered elements of the strategic plan center around the college’s mission to create 22nd century general practitioners and specialists. Digital dentistry initiatives continue to be a key factor in strengthening the quality and distinctiveness of the college’s predoctoral programs. To support this work additional faculty and staff have joined UKCD and existing faculty have been undergoing various trainings

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to help implement new technologies into patient care workflows. As a result of our determination, this fall, UK Dentistry will be one of only five programs in the nation selected to pilot a new digital dentistry curriculum created by the American College of Prosthodontists (ACP)—see more on page 20.

In addition to our DMD program, the college’s portfolio of other educational offerings continues to grow. An Oral Medicine Externship as well as a Craniofacial Genetics Externship are now offered. Additionally, this year, UKCD began offering a six-month Dental Assistant Training that provides direct clinical experience, as well as experience with auxiliary services such as radiology, sterilization, dental labs, and billing and collections. The first cohort of participants completed the training in July.

RESEARCH Student research activities have the ability to make a powerful impact on the dental education experience. To cultivate and promote a culture of research excellence, the Research Track program of study was established. Incoming dentistry students now have the opportunity to apply for the program and, if selected, take part in an intensive research experience in conjunction with their dental curriculum. For each year that they successfully meet program requirements, students receive a stipend to help offset the cost of tuition. Learn more about the first group of students who participated on page 29.

CLINICAL Clinical care related goals of the strategic plan include taking steps towards providing the highest quality patient care utilizing the

To improve the overall DMD Student Clinic dental patient experience, UKCD will begin piloting the UK College of Dentistry Wellness Clinic in January 2018. This clinic will operate as an apex of interprofessional collaboration, practice, and care, allowing for the ability to integrate patient triage, screening, urgent care, and wellness.

Continued plans for renovation include updating the Dental Science Building second floor DMD Student Clinic, retrofitting operatories in our clinic located in UK Healthcare at Turfland to allow our orthodontic residents to treat patients, and updating both the Pediatric Dentistry and General Practice Residency clinics located in Kentucky Clinic.

Establishing mutually beneficial partnerships has contributed tremendously to the advancement of the college’s clinical care initiatives.

Industry leaders such as Straumann USA LLC, Bien-Air Dental, and Dreve America have extended generous donations that will allow for the development, implementation, and evaluation of new clinical

technologies, facilities, and therapies.

Transdisciplinary collaborations with other colleges within the University of Kentucky has also helped to enhanced programs within the College of Dentistry, including working with the College of Nursing with the hCATS for Appalachia Program as well as the College of Medicine whose faculty help support the Craniofacial Genetics externship.

Smart clinical operations drive improved outcomes. In order to build the best systems to support efficient and effective clinical operations, a new class of dental assistant has been identified. Five new employees that are radiology competent, certified in sterilization technology, and prepared to take on expanded duties have been approved for hire as of June 2017.

The addition of these staff members will support more opportunities for students to gain four-handed dentistry experience and support patient care.

and efficient decision making. The college has defined and adopted a functional organization structure and operates as a “team of teams” from different disciplines that share a common goal of maximizing overall consumer satisfaction. Distributed communication through this network encourages cross-functional teamwork and enables fast growth, stability, and efficiency. Additionally, to promote organic growth of leadership and encourage leading through consensus, quarterly faculty retreats that include a formal meeting, updates on agenda items, and business related to outcomes assessment, will be implemented this year.

During the 2017-2018 academic year, the college looks forward to building upon these successes, and making strides towards accomplishing even more. We look forward to sharing additional progress with you.

LEADERSHIP In efforts to lead through inclusion, equality, and innovation, the college set out to develop and implement a plan that would foster a humanistic culture where students, staff, and faculty are included and valued for their contributions and ideas. Using the University’s institutional diversity and inclusivity efforts as inspiration, faculty and staff took part in training on implicit (unconscious) bias and creating inclusive working and learning environments during the June 2017 UKCD retreat.

The 2016-2020 strategic plan also highlighted a need to transform the college’s leadership structure in a way that enabled more effective

Above: Dental Assistant Training participants with instructor.

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HIGHLIGHTS & NOTES DEPARTMENT OF ORAL HEALTH PRACTICE NOTES Dr. Bob Frazer was named interim chair of the Department of Oral Health Practice.

DIVISION OF COMPREHENSIVE CARE Dr. David Thornton was named division chief. Thornton joined the college in 2010 following his work in private practice.

Drs. Steve Tucker, an oral surgeon, and Allyson Wright, a periodontist, join the division staring this fall. Dr. Wright will serve in a team leader role while Dr. Tucker will be supporting oral and maxillofacial surgery needs in the DMD Student Clinic. DMD students and patients will benefit, as they will bring additional specialty support and expertise to the clinic floor, helping to improve care efficiencies.

DIVISION OF RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY Dr. Hiroko Nagaoka was elected to represent UKCD on UK’s Health Care Colleges Council, while Dr. Carla Rodriguez was elected as UKCD’s alternate representative.

Dr. Emily Winfrey joined the division as a team leader.

DMD student clinic areas are undergoing major renovations and updates.

DIVISION OF PERIODONTOLOGY Dr. Pinar Huja was inducted as a Fellow of the UK Center for Interprofessional Health Education for her support of multidisciplinary education.

As the breadth of techniques to provide periodontal therapies to patients increases, our program is striving to enhance the availability of these techniques for our periodontal residents.

UKCD is formalizing an agreement to provide an optional LANAP curriculum to our periodontal residents. Our program will be among the first in the nation to offer such training. Dr. Dolph Dawson is a Certified Instructor for the Institute for Advanced Laser Dentistry and will be able to offer the initial training to residents.

Best wishes to Dr. Ershal Harrison upon his retirement in June 2017.

Dr. Gitanjali Pinto-Sinai joined a handful of UKCD faculty who have been selected by the UK Alumni Association to receive UK’s prestigious Great Teacher Award.

DIVISION OF PROSTHODONTICS Dr. Rodrigo Fuentealba was awarded with the inaugural UKCD Junior Faculty Teaching Award at UKCD’s recent Faculty & Staff Retreat. This award was created to highlight faculty who successfully implement novel teaching and learning technologies and receive outstanding peer and faculty evaluations.

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

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Dr. Thamer Musbah joined the division last year as assistant professor.

Musbah trained in Oral Medicine and Special Needs Dentistry at New York University. He completed residencies in Oral Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine and in Orofacial Pain at the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry. He is

course director of ODM814, teaches in DMD clinic, and is currently accepting new patients regarding Oral Medicine and Orofacial Pain healthcare.

in Orofacial Pain at UK. Currently, Rojas is finishing a Master of Public Health and is a candidate for a doctorate in Epidemiology and Biostatistics.

Dr. Marcia Rojas joined as assistant professor. Rojas earned her dental degree from the University of Costa Rica and received a Master of Science

Scheduled for early 2018, a Wellness Clinic will be piloted in the DMD Student Clinic.

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Dr. Ahmad Kutkut has been promoted to associate professor with tenure. Additionally, Kutkut was awarded with the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI) Diplomate Certificate, a voluntary credential established to create a common certification program for all implant dentists around the world, as well as featured in a recent issue of Journal of Oral Implantology highlighting his work in the article, “Microthreaded Implants and Crestal Bone Loss: A Systematic Review.”

Kutkut also received the inaugural UKCD Junior Faculty Research Award presented at UKCD’s recent Faculty & Staff Retreat. This award was created to highlight faculty who demonstrate research accomplishments, including: authorship of scholarly publications in peer-reviewed journals, invitations to participate in scientific presentations, and preceptorship of award-winning student research Dr. Rick Windhorn was named as division chief. Earlier this year, Windhorn joined the American College of Prosthodontists (ACP) Digital Dentistry Curriculum Development Team.

DEPARTMENT OF ORAL HEALTH SCIENCE NOTES Dr. Ted Raybould was named interim chair of the Department of Oral Health Science.

DIVISION OF PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY Dr. Cristina Perez was named Director of the Pediatric Graduate Program.

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Dr. Ronald Singer joins UKCD as a full-time clinical title series assistant professor in the division and will be taking on lectures for the pre-doctoral students, including the course director for the first-year Seal Trip course.

Planning is underway to renovate clinical space used by the Pediatric Residency Program to make the space more child-friendly.

Development Program (WELD). The eight-month WELD offering is designed to develop the next generation of UK leaders through retreats, monthly meetings, conversations with upper level administrators, and a group project.

Harper also was highlighted by the ADEA in an Education Spotlight feature this year.

Dr. Jeffrey Okeson (’72) was inducted into the Philippine Association of Functional Jaw Orthopedics TMJ as the first individual to receive honorary membership in this association. Twelve members of the association traveled from the Philippines to attend the OFP Mini-Residency Program.

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Dr. Rob Kovarik was named senior associate dean. Among his duties, Kovarik will provide leadership to department chairs, foster teamwork among faculty, and focus on institutional effectiveness and strategic plan implementation.

DIVISION OF ADULT DENTISTRY Dr. John Burt was named Director of the General Practice Residency Program.

Planning is underway to renovate clinical space used by the GPR Program to allow for the integration of digital dentistry technology and other improvements.

DIVISION OF ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY Dr. Melvyn Yeoh joined UKCD as an assistant professor in late 2016.

Yeoh received his DMD from the University of Pennsylvania and his MD from Weill Cornell Medical College in New York. He holds American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery diplomate status and is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Yeoh’s clinical interests include Head and Neck Oncology and Complex Maxillofacial Reconstruction.

Residents in the OMFS division, as well as participants in the General Practice Residency Program, are being offered the opportunity to assist Dr. Steve Tucker on cases involving patients receiving an implant supported fixed bridge or all-on-four case, aiding in their understanding and experience in this type of treatment.

DIVISION OF ORAL PATHOLOGY Dr. Douglas Damm received the 2017 Distinguished Dental Alumni Award by the Emory Dental Alumni Board.

DIVISION OF OROFACIAL PAIN The Orofacial Pain Clinic celebrates 40 years in 2017. See more on page 12.

Dr. Cindy Beeman was inducted as a Fellow of the UK Center for Interprofessional Health Education for her support of multidisciplinary education, and received an honorary faculty membership to the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Chapter at the UK College of Dentistry.

Dr. James Hartsfield was nominated by the CODA Nominations Committee to serve on the Review Committee on Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics Education, and was named as the Director of the Orthodontic Graduate Program.

Congratulations to Dr. Sarandeep Huja who was recently named the next dean of the College of Dental Medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina.

Dr. Tom Kluemper was elected chair of the American Association of Orthodontist’s Council on Orthodontic Education. Additionally, Kluemper will serve on the AAO’s CODA Review Committee, a group specially formed by AAO leadership to review the accreditation standards for the Advanced Specialty Education Program in Orthodontics and to make recommendations it deems necessary to “promote and monitor the continuous quality and improvement of dental education programs.”

Photo above (l to r): Dr. Hollie Swanson, Christine Harper, and UK Provost Tim Tracy

Dr. Lina Sharab (’14) successfully sat for Clinical Examination of American Board of Orthodontics and has achieved Board Certification. ABO certification represents the highest level of commitment to excellence in orthodontic clinical care. Sharab will be increasing from part-time to fulltime appointment in the orthodontic graduate program.

Learn about our recent graduates and incoming residents at dentistry.uky.edu/ orthodontics.

Planning is underway to relocate the Orthodontic Residency Program to UK Dentistry’s space within UK HealthCare at Turfland, providing residents with beautiful, modernized clinical space to aid in better preparing residents for the practice of clinical orthodontics.

DIVISION OF PUBLIC HEALTH DENTISTRY Students from the UK College of Nursing and other health-focused colleges will be joining DMD students

on Seal Trips. Look for more news on this exciting new effort after students complete trips this October.

Dr. Sherry Slone Baker joined the UK Center for Excellence in Hazard helping to address the needs of the underserved of Eastern Kentucky.

Dr. Tom McConnell was named associate dean for clinical affairs. McConnell will orchestrate operations of clinical programs, monitor quality assurance and improvement initiatives, and manage clinical risk management issues.

In January 2017, the most recent group of staff members completed the UKCD Staff Leadership Program.

Our Western Kentucky outreach programs, under the direction of Dr. Keith White, have experienced a successful year across sites, including at the Marshall County clinic, which opened last summer, staffed by Dr. Dustin Hall and Dr. Dan Marsh.

OTHER UKCD NOTES Dr. Wes Coffman was named director of UKCD’s Turfland location.

Coffman will work with faculty and staff to improve operations, patient experience, and delivery of care.

Christine Harper, M.S., assistant dean for Student Affairs, graduated from the UK’s Women’s Executive Leadership

Above: Dean Kyrkanides and Ginni Haynes, director of the UKCD Staff Leadership Program, with program participants.

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ONLINE GIVING MADE EASY A new online giving site was launched in October 2016 for the University of Kentucky. This site has a dedicated page for the College of Dentistry, which highlights key scholarship and program funds. Each fund has a written description of its purpose and the opportunity to donate to that fund.

Explore the site at DENTISTRY.UKY.EDU/GIVING

REMEMBERING SULLY Last year, the UK College of Dentistry Class of 2003 launched a drive to endow a scholarship in the memory of Josh Sullivan, known as “Sully.” Josh was a member of the DMD Class of 2003, graduated from GPR in 2004, and completed the UKCD Pediatric Dentistry program in 2009. He went on to establish a pediatric dentistry practice in Valdosta, Georgia, passing unexpectedly in November 2014.

To date, the Class of 2003, led by Drs. Cliff Lowdenback and Michael Day, has raised $38,675 in gifts and pledges.

The Josh Sullivan Scholarship will be awarded to a first-year student from Lexington, Georgetown, or southern Georgia who exhibits the characteristics of Sully: a kind person who has a passion for dentistry and likes animals, outdoor activities, sports, and children.

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HONORING THE IMPACT OF A TEACHER Drs. David R. Thornton and Teresa M. Boyd, both members of the UKCD Class of 2000, wished to recognize the impact a former UKCD faculty member made on their careers by establishing the Dr. Jeffrey Dembo Critical Thinking Award.

“We wanted to give back to our school to show how grateful we have been in our careers, and knew the best way to do this was to honor a former teacher and also help make a small dent in the financial burden of a student. When Teresa and I started to talk about this, we both had the same teacher in mind and we knew what we would call this award. Dr. Jeff Dembo was a great influence on both of us during our dental school education.

We both had realized how the Critical Thinking class that he taught us during our first year had influenced us so much when it came to not only treating our patients but also dealing with all the information that we are bombarded with daily in the everchanging profession of dentistry. His insight and wisdom made us not only better dentists but better thinkers.”

Presented for the first time in May 2017, the Jeffrey Dembo Critical Thinking Award goes to a fourthyear student who demonstrates critical thinking, active learning, creative problem solving and thoughtful decision making in the field of dentistry. The recipient should understand and build upon

the fundamentals of the dentistry curriculum, while remaining open to exploring alternative methods if they are in the best interest of the patient.

If you would like to join Drs. Thornton and Boyd in honoring Dr. Dembo, you may make a contribution by mailing a check to: University of Kentucky Gift Receiving 210 Malabu Drive, Suite 200 Lexington, KY 40502 Please make your check payable to the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry. And on the memo line, please note Jeffrey Dembo Critical Thinking Award.

UPCOMING CONTINUING EDUCATION COURSES PAYING IT FORWARD Dr. Tyler Albrecht (’05) has established an annual scholarship at the College of Dentistry. Working at a pediatric dentistry practice in Cedar City, Utah, Dr. Albrecht felt it was important to pay it forward and share with current UKCD student dentists. This scholarship will be awarded for the first time to an incoming student in the Class of 2021 who demonstrates financial need and is preferably a first-generation college student.

UKCD Philanthropy Contact Linda Epling at (859) 323-6916 or email linda.epling@uky.edu

Looking for a few continuing education hours for either yourself or someone in your dental office? We’re pleased to help you access a variety of courses offering the latest scientific and practical information.

Information on upcoming courses is regularly posted online at dentistry.uky.edu/ce. Course information is also available via UK Dentistry’s new mobile application, available for download at no cost on the App Store and Google Play.

Visit dentistry.uky.edu/app for links to download.

FUTURE COURSES INCLUDE: The Role of the Dentist in Reducing the Drug Abuse Epidemic

Friday, September 08, 2017 Location: University of Kentucky & Distance locations Details/Registration: dentistry.uky.edu/drug-abuse-2017 Restorative Expanded Functions for Dental Auxiliaries Saturday, September 09, 2017 Location: UK College of Dentistry

Details/Registration: dentistry.uky.edu/restorative-sept2017 Dental Assistant Training 6-month training starts February 1, 2018 Location: UK College of Dentistry More details at dentistry.uky.edu/dental-assisting 2018 TMD and Orofacial Pain Mini Residency Program The program is comprised of five full days of didactic information focusing on many of the issues faced in the dental practice. A popular offering, this year’s event welcomed 60 participants representing 16 states and 15 countries. Participants receive a certificate for 40 hours of continuing education attendance. If you have interest in TMD and orofacial pain, consider attending the next program, scheduled for June 4-8, 2018. More information is available at dentistry.uky.edu/ofp-continuing-education.

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WHITE, GREER AND MAGGARD HELPING STUDENTS MAKE AN IMPACT

UK OROFACIAL PAIN CLINIC CELEBRATES 40 YEARS OF INNOVATION In 1974 Dr. Jeffrey Okeson began teaching the art of occlusion at the UK College of Dentistry. At the time, there was a widespread belief that most facial pain resulted from the misalignment of the teeth and jaws, otherwise known as malocclusion, or simply, a “bad bite.” After observing that occlusal adjustment didn’t always improve a patient's pain, Okeson decided it was time to search outside the box for a solution. While moving away from standard practice was revolutionary at the time, Okeson received the support of UKCD leadership and in 1977, established the first university-based orofacial pain clinic in the country on UK's campus.

This year, the Orofacial Pain Clinic celebrates four decades as a vanguard in the dental community. Following the creation of the clinic, a graduate program was established and became the first nationally-accredited program by the Postgraduate Education Committee of the American Academy of Orofacial Pain, as well as one of the first programs accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation.

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some types of pain. Every specialty in medicine deals with some types of pain,” Okeson said.

As one of 12 accredited programs in the United States teaching evidencebased information on pain, UKCD remains a driving force of furthering the study and treatment of orofacial pain. This year, at the 29th Annual Orofacial Pain Alumni Symposium, graduates gathered to discuss the advancements that the program has allowed them to make.

After completing the program, Dr. Peter Bertrand went on to establish an orofacial pain program at the Naval Postgraduate Dental School to treat patients suffering from pain from combined traumatic brain injury, posttraumatic stress disorder and other hard and soft tissue injuries. When Bertrand retired, Dr. John Johnson went on to serve as program director.

“Dr. Okeson was instrumental in providing training and collegial support that helped us to establish the orofacial pain center at the Naval Postgraduate Dental School in 2001.

The ripple effects of their efforts have directly contributed to our ability to

White, Greer and Maggard (WGM) was an active supporter of student activities during the 2016-2017 academic year. The orthodontic practice assisted both the American Student Dentist Association (ASDA) and Association of Women Dentists (AAWD) chapters at UK.

care for this country's wounded warriors over the past 16 years,” said Johnson.

Attendees of this year’s symposium also heard remarks from other graduates on the UK Orofacial Pain Program including, Rolumo Albuquerque, DDS, MD, PhD; Gary Klasser, DMD; Pei Feng Lim, BDS, MS; and Matthew E.B. Russell, MS. Okeson expressed great esteem in the progress of the program over the years, “What we teach our student dentists in this area is far beyond what others receive. Hopefully we’re helping to develop a culture where graduating dentists understand the importance of this type of care and know what to do when they encounter a patient in pain.”

For ASDA, WGM underwrote travel expenses through the White, Greer and Maggard Annual Session Award for nine UKCD members to attend the national ASDA Annual Session held February 2017.

This annual event allows students to experience the benefits of working together through organized dentistry to impact a wide variety of issues.

They return to UK feeling empowered to make a difference as they meet and see other students across the nation collaborating to make an impact as practitioners.

WGM also supported AAWD’s “Strut Your Smile” fashion show and silent auction, a fundraiser event held annually to support restoring lost smiles. To date, thousands of dollars have been raised to help provide dental care for partner abuse victims seeking assistance from Lexington’s Greenhouse 17.

CONTINUING TO BUILD SUPPORT FOR DIVERSITY Last October, over 30 alumni, faculty, staff, and students gathered at the Hilton Lexington to celebrate the first African-American graduate and first African-American faculty member of the UK College of Dentistry. This celebration was the accumulation of a month-long campaign to raise $10,000 for the Drs. Nero and Biggerstaff Diversity Scholarship Endowment.

Dr. Benjamin Nero graduated from UKCD in 1967. Dr. Biggerstaff was on faculty and eventually, became chair of the Orthodontics Division at the College of Dentistry.

Together, they laid the foundation for an environment at UKCD in which all students, faculty, and staff are valued for their contributions and ideas.

The campaign was spearheaded by Dr. Carol Bolden (’89), who also initiated the endowment originally. Dr. Bolden, along with UKCD’s Development Director, reached out to all UKCD alumni to seek their support.

Following comments by Dr. Nero, Dr. Biggerstaff, and UKCD Dean Stephanos Kyrkanides, Dr. Bolden announced the campaign had exceeded its goal with gifts and commitments of $10,500. Following the announcement, an additional $3,100 was received, bringing the total funds added to the endowment to $13,600. Additionally, a planned gift has been designated for the Drs. Nero and Biggerstaff Diversity Scholarship Endowment, which will have a significant future impact.

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BA RRELS & KEGS TASTIN G AN D AU C TION

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UKCD ALUMNI ASSOCIATION Alumni Association President Dr. Michael Day ‘03 Vice President Dr. Louis Beto ‘81 Secretary Dr. Adam Thompson ‘04 Treasurer Dr. Cliff Lowdenback ‘03

High bidders on the Acoustic Jam guitar, Logan Tipton (’18) and Carly Tipton (’17)

ANNUAL BARRELS & KEGS TASTING AND SILENT AUCTION

Constance Ezugha (’17) & Noah Schreck

At Large Members Dr. Tyler Bolin ‘13 Dr. Don Michael Hendricks ‘08 Dr. Erica Higginbotham ‘03 Dr. Mark King ‘09 Dr. Nate Nitz ‘14 Dr. Gilman Peterson ’03 & ’09 OMS Dr. Thad Schroeder ‘14 Dr. Michael Sexton ’09 & ’15 OMS Dr. Jordan Smith ’14 Dr. Alex Mayes Young ‘09

The UK College of Dentistry held its Eighth Annual Barrels & Kegs Tasting and Silent Auction in February at the Hilton Lexington/ Downtown. The event serves as a fundraiser for the UKCD Alumni Association to support student and alumni programs and scholarships.

Faculty Representative Dr. David Thornton ‘00

More than 390 alumni, students, faculty, and friends attended to mingle and meet our featured distillers—Alltech, Barrel House Distilling, Buffalo Trace, Four Roses, Heaven Hill, and Wilderness Trail Distillery. The tasting also included samples from local microbreweries Country Boy Brewing and West Sixth Brewery.

DENTAL PRACTICE OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALUMNI To share your listing on the UKCD website, visit dentistry.uky.edu/ practice-opportunities-listing-form

Thank you to everyone who supported this event and to our sponsors: UK College of Dentistry Alumni Association, Kentucky Center for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Silver Level Sponsor), and Pediatric Dentistry of Hamburg (Bronze Level Sponsor).

MAKE PLANS TO JOIN US ON FEBRUARY 9, 2018 FOR NEXT YEAR'S BARRELS & KEGS.

800 Rose Street, MN310 Lexington, KY 40536-0297 Contact Sue McConnell at (859) 3236676 or email smmcco2@uky.edu

CONTINUING DENTAL EDUCATION For complete CE course listings, visit dentistry.uky.edu/upcoming-courses or call Elaine Stafford at (859) 3238187 or email elaine.stafford@uky.edu

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IN MEMORIAM ’73

DR. DON HARRIS November 20, 2016

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DR. ALVINIA NEWELL May 19, 2017

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DR. MARK BOTHWELL June 24, 2016

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DR. JAMES ROGER CASTLE December 22, 2015

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DR. NICHOLAS OCHS August 21, 2016

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DR. DAVID BESSER May 24, 2016

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DR. ELLEN WOODWARD KAPLOW June 16, 2016

FACULTY

DR. STEPHEN DACHI July 2, 2017

Learn more at dentistry.uky.edu/ dachi

WEATHERING THE STORM 2016 ANNUAL UKCD ALUMNI ASSOCIATION GOLF TOURNAMENT

The UKCD Alumni Board would like to thank all of the golfers who braved the weather and the hole sponsors that helped make the 2016 tournament so exciting. Sponsors were Boyd Thornton Dental (lunch), Psimer & Associates (reception), and White, Greer & Maggard (beverage cart).

Top: David Thornton (’00) and Paige Higdon (’19) Middle: 2016 1st place team – from left, Patrick Clifford, Ryan Dages, Kyle Reynolds (’09) and Jay Claywell (’09).

Bottom: From the Class of 2017, from left, Chris Casterline, Michael Burns, Dustin Mayrand and Michael Whitman.

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From left: Macky Beto (’81), Adam Thompson (’04), Cliff Lowdenback (’03) and Michael Day (’03)

ANNUAL FALL SYMPOSIUM AND ALUMNI WEEKEND 2016 CELEBRATING AND REMINISCING WITH FELLOW ALUMNI, FORMER AND CURRENT FACULTY, STAFF, STUDENTS, AND FRIENDS.

All: Dean's Brunch honoring the Class of 1966 and their former faculty.

From the Class of 1981, from left: Steve Rider, Ershal Harrison, Cindy Derer, Tom Carroll and Robert Henry

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Advanced digital technology is challenging the limits of what is possible in oral health, function and beauty. Since joining UK College of Dentistry, Dean Stephanos Kyrkanides has worked with faculty, staff, students, and the community to make his vision for increasing the use of digital dentistry at UKCD a reality. The effort is paying off, as beginning this fall, the UKCD will join a select group of five pilot institutions in launching the American College of Prosthodontists (ACP) Digital Dentistry Curriculum.

According to Dr. Marcus Abboud, associate dean of digital dentistry at UKCD, use of technology not only provides clinicians with more accuracy, it also enables them to use their time and resources more efficiently—an aspect that is beneficial to both provider and patient.

"A new and complete digital workflow for dental restorations can significantly enhance the overall patient experience, shorten the treatment time and deliver consistent quality results compared to the traditional labor intense craftsmanship," Abboud said. “Starting with an intra-oral scan taking pictures of the tooth eliminates any impression material in the mouth of the patient. It delivers accuracy with time and cost efficiency through the whole restorative procedure.”

According to the ACP, incorporating digital solutions into regular practice has led to a steady increase in efficiency and ease of collaboration with laboratories for prosthodontists nationwide. Despite this being the case, studies show that computeraided design and manufacturing are only 15 percent of dental practices in the U.S due to a relative lack of available education and trainings about its applications and benefits.

Prior to being selected for the ACP pilot, UKCD had committed to

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incorporating digital dentistry more into the DMD student curriculum, working to plan and start clinic renovations, secure new digital equipment, train faculty, create new design stations, and secure partners to help bring efforts to fruition.

The clear vision and reputation of UKCD was one of the reasons a partnership, including a generous gift of equipment such as milling machines, scanners and software, with Straumann USA LLC was possible. Arjan Haverhals, vice president of customer marketing and education at Straumann USA LLC said, “Straumann and the University of Kentucky can work together to educate future clinicians to provide the best care possible. The landscape of dentistry is changing and the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry has set itself apart and will remain on the cutting edge of innovative technology.”

Kyrkanides believes Straumann chose UKCD as a partner because of the clear vision for increasingly incorporating digital workflows. “UKCD has emerged as a leader in dental education and they are impressed by our vision,” he said. "This gift will facilitate the launch of our increased digital dentistry efforts this fall."

The partnership with Straumann USA LLC will enable UKCD to begin providing this leading edge education to current and future dental providers.

“The digital initiative at the UK College of Dentistry entails a comprehensive unique model that educates students, residents, faculty and the dental community in new digital health devices and technologies, and explains the value to patients and the health care system," Abboud said.

"Digital technology will be included in all different physical spaces of the UK College of Dentistry, covering every aspect of dentistry from

diagnosis, computer aided design to manufacturing.”

Moving forward, student dentists will be able to perform intraoral scans on DMD Student Clinic patients, sending their files to a UKCD design center, where a restoration will be designed and milled on-site. This workflow will support such treatments as same-visit crowns, inlays and onlays.

Additionally, UKCD looks to offer dentists, assistants, and lab technicians continuing education offerings, utilizing digital dentistry tools, focused on a range of topics, including: virtual implant placement, surgical guide design, and custom implant abutment design.

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FUTURE PLANS See what our grads plan to do at dentistry.uky.edu/class2017

UK COLLEGE OF DENTISTRY RECOGNIZES 2017 GRADUATES Constance Ezugha and Brittany Evans-Hampton

Members of the Class of 2017 were recognized at the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry’s 52nd College Convocation for Presentation of Academic Hoods on May 7. Family, friends, faculty, staff, and honored guests were present at Memorial Hall to recognize the achievements of the graduating class.

Dean Stephanos Kyrkanides presided over the hooding ceremony. Dr. Michael Day (’03) brought greetings from the UKCD Alumni Association. He was joined

by Dr. Bill Lee (’81), second vice president of the Kentucky Dental Association and Dr. Jessica Kress (’12), spoke on behalf of the Blue Grass Dental Society.

Dr. Ershal Harrison, associate professor and team leader in the Division of Comprehensive Care, (’81) was chosen by the graduating class to speak for the college. Blake Dickens, president of the Class of 2017, spoke on behalf of his class. Dr. Thomas Cooper, professor emeritus, UK College of Dentistry, led the assemblage in the singing of the “UK Alma Mater” as well as “My Old Kentucky Home.”

Steve Haverkos and Stephanie Haverkos

From left: Hunter Hazle, Chelsey Dubocq, Paige Daney and Tyler Sanslow

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OKU INDUCTS SEVEN NEW MEMBERS The Omicron Kappa Upsilon Chapter at the UK College of Dentistry recently inducted seven new members from the Class of 2017. Only the top 20 percent of the class is academically eligible, and only 60 percent of those eligible may be elected based on scholarship, demonstration of exemplary traits of character, and potential qualities of future professional growth and attainment.

2016-2017 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS ANNOUNCED AT LUNCHEON

This year’s new members are: Michael Burns, Blake Dickens, Beth Goebel, Stephen Haverkos, Dustin Mayrand, Briana Price, and David Roe. During the awards ceremony, Alexandra Arnold (’18) received the William S. Kramer Award of Excellence. This award recognizes a third-year dental student who has demonstrated excellence in scholarship, character, and the potential promise for advancement of dentistry and service to humanity.

Each year, student dentists benefit from the generosity of alumni and their families, friends, and supporters.

In March, a luncheon was hosted by the UK College of Dentistry for all 2016-2017 scholarship recipients and donors during which the following scholarship recipients were announced: ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP – CLASS OF 2017 Joseph Blalock, Courtney Burns, Michael Burns, Paige Daney, Blake Dickens, Joshua George, Elizabeth Goebel, Mary Kate Graham, Stephen Haverkos, Chase Hodge, Dustin Mayrand, Raegan Paige, Briana Price, and David Roe.

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP – CLASS OF 2018 Alexandra Arnold, Karah Brown, Cy Clarke, Marie Goff, Hanjun Guan, Audrey Kinder, Ryan Kinn, Alex Kluemper, Emily

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Knott, John Ledford, Allison Lonneman, Alexandria Maxson, Tyler McCubbins, Morgan Murrell, Shelby Stein, Cailynn West, and Lucy Zhang.

DRS. NERO AND BIGGERSTAFF DIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP

ADA FOUNDATION DENTAL STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP

Jenny Alas (’17), Scotty Blanchard (’17), and Catherine Wright (’19)

Nina Ferreira (’19) & Nash Laungani (’19)

UKCD ALUMNI ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP

Blake Dickens (’17) & Raegan Paige (’17)

DAN SEAVER SCHOLARSHIP Blake Dickens (’17) & Karah Brown (’18)

DOROTHY CAVINS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Rachel Huffman (’19)

DR. MILTON GELLIN SCHOLARSHIP Lura Cash (’17)

DR. OAKIE G. NEWSOME MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Brad Cantrell (’20)

DR. SUSAN B. MCEVOY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Jennifer Carver (’17) & Ryan Kinn (’18)

Nash Laungani (’19) received the Basic Science Award. The recipient

of this award is a second-year dental student elected by the Basic Science faculty of the University of Kentucky and is recognized as the overall most outstanding student in the basic sciences through two years of basic science training.

Dr. Cindy Beeman, associate professor in Orthodontics, was named the UK College of Dentistry faculty inductee

and Dr. Donna Weber, associate professor in the Department of Pharmacology and Nutritional Sciences at the UK College of Medicine, was named an honorary inductee.

OKU was pleased to welcome Dr. Mary Lynne Capilouto, a former dean of the UAB School of Dentistry, as guest speaker.

Lisa Kwarteng (’19) & Catherine Wright (’19)

LYMAN T. JOHNSON FELLOWSHIP MARGARET NEAL JEWELL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Allison Marcum (’19)

PIERRE FAUCHARD LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP Karah Brown (’18)

SHARON K. BUTLER, DMD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Cailynn West (’18)

THOMAS P. HINMAN DENTAL SCHOLARSHIP Alexandra Arnold (’18) & Karah Brown (’18)

NATIONAL HEALTH SERVICE CORPS Tyler Meister (’20), Vince Powell (’20) and Kyle Whiteside (’20)

HINMAN SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED University of Kentucky College of Dentistry students Alexandra Arnold (’18) and Karah Brown (’18) have recently been awarded scholarships from the Hinman Dental Society. The awards were announced at the 105th Thomas P. Hinman Dental Meeting in Atlanta, Georgia.

Arnold is from Lexington, Ky., and received her undergraduate degree from the University of Alabama.

Brown, who is from Hanson, Ky., received a degree in Agricultural Biotechnology from UK.

The Hinman Dental Society has promoted continuing education in the dental profession since 1912 and began granting scholarships to dental students in 1986. Recipients of the scholarships are selected by the dean of the college. They also must be junior student members of the American Dental Association (ADA), and in the top 10 percent of their class.

“I was overwhelmed with gratitude when I was notified I had been selected as a Hinman Scholar,” said Brown. “It was so exciting to see the

realm of dentistry on a national level and what our future profession has to offer. The informative sessions, connections with colleagues, and inviting atmosphere made my experience at Hinman one to remember. I hope to attend this great conference again in the future!”

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CLASS OF 2017 AWARDS Each year numerous awards are given to members of the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry graduating class on behalf of alumni, professional organizations, and national corporations. This year’s awards were bestowed at the Senior Award Banquet in April. The following awards were presented to selected student dentists in the Class of 2017: Academy of General Dentistry

Dustin Mayrand

Academy of Operative Dentistry

Allyson Engle

Academy of Osseointegration

David Roe

Alpha Omega International Dental Fraternity

Michael Burns

American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry

Amanda Walden

American Academy of Implant Dentistry

Chase Hodge

American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology

Brianna Price

UK STUDENT DENTISTS EARN GOLD CROWNS FOR PHILANTHROPY, ACHIEVEMENT

American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology

Stephen Haverkos

American Academy of Oral Medicine

Andrew Mitchell

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry

Blake Dickens

American Academy of Periodontology

Josh George

The University of Kentucky chapter of the American Student Dental Association (ASDA) was honored with three Gold Crown Awards at the 2017 ASDA Annual Session in Orlando.

Each year, the ASDA presents over 30 Gold Crown Awards to individual members and chapters in recognition of excellence in media publications, outstanding service and commitment of chapter delegates.

Omicron Kappa Upsilon

Michael Burns Blake Dickens Beth Goebel Stephen Haverkos Dustin Mayrand Briana Price David Roe

UK College of Dentistry Golden Award in Prosthodontics

Matthew Puchta Camilo Rodriguez Tyler Sanslow

UK College of Dentistry Probe Award – Periodontology

Stephen Haverkos Horton Li

Quintessence Award for Clinical Achievement in Restorative Dentistry

Lura Cash

Quintessence Award for Clinical Achievement in Periodontics

Mary Kate Graham

Quintessence Award for Research Achievement

Stephen Haverkos

American Association of Endodontists

Chase Hodge

American Association of Oral Biologists

Blake Dickens

American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons Oral Surgery

David Roe

American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons Dental Implant

Luis Mariusso

Southeastern Academy of Prosthodontics

Jenny Alas

American Association of Orthodontists

Stephen Haverkos

Hanau Prosthodontic Award

Horton Li

American Association of Public Health Dentistry

Tyler Sanslow

Omicron Kappa Upsilon

Michael Burns

American Association of Women Dentists

Beth Goebel

Blake Dickens

American College of Dentists (Kentucky section)

Hunter Hazle

Beth Goebel

American College of Prosthodontists

Raegan Paige

American Dental Society of Anesthesiology

Payem Kajeh

Brian D. Stone Memorial Award

Jenny Alas

The chapter was also recognized for its philanthropy efforts, specifically its revival of the Mr. Molar Competition which raised money for Mission Lexington, a free clinic serving uninsured and low-income adults throughout Fayette County.

Class of 1967 Award

Raegan Paige

Dr. Jeffrey Dembo Critical Thinking Award

Stephen Haverkos

Dr. Robert G. Henry Geriatric Dentistry Award

Tyler Sanslow

Equilibration

Stephen Haverkos

“Our chapter has flourished over the past year, and these awards reflect that perfectly,” said Brown.

International College of Dentists (Kentucky section)

Josh George

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

Diana Ticlavilca-Acuna

Recent graduate and Immediate Past President Hunter Hazle received the prestigious award of District 7 Delegate of the Year. District 7 is the regional district of ASDA consisting of Indiana University; Marquette University; Midwestern University; University of Illinois at Chicago; Southern Illinois University; and the University of Louisville in addition to UK.

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

Josh George

International Congress of Oral Implantologists

Luis Mariusso

Pierre Fauchard Academy

Blake Dickens

UK ASDA received the Gold Crown for Outstanding Social Media Campaign for its wellness week Instagram campaign. President Karah Brown expressed the importance of sharing how UKCD enhances the dental school experience, and placed special emphasis on the importance of wellness in dental school.

“ASDA helped ignite my passion for the dental profession,” Hazle said when asked about his achievement, “ASDA improved my leadership and communication skills, and I wanted to get more students involved so that they too could grow as leaders.” Hazle extended special thanks to White, Greer & Maggard Orthodontics for helping him achieve that goal by providing a travel grant that allowed 9 additional student dentists to attend this year’s Annual Session.

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Stephen Haverkos Dustin Mayrand Briana Price David Roe UK College of Dentistry Golden Award in Prosthodontics

Matthew Puchta Camilo Rodriguez Tyler Sanslow

UK College of Dentistry Probe Award – Periodontology

Stephen Haverkos Horton Li

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

John Halliburton Corbin Hawks Chase Hodge Andrew Stucki Carly Tipton

UK College of Dentistry Golden Award in Restorative Dentistry

Jennifer Carver Briana Price

Platinum Periosteal

Josh George

Quintessence Award for Clinical Achievement in Restorative Dentistry

Lura Cash

Quintessence Award for Clinical Achievement in Periodontics

Mary Kate Graham

Quintessence Award for Research Achievement

Stephen Haverkos

Blake Dickens

Southeastern Academy of Prosthodontics

Jenny Alas

Josh George

Hanau Prosthodontic Award

Horton Li

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

Ailema Perez Bayola Jenna Begley Joseph Blalock

Congratulations are extended to each award recipient and all graduates of the Class of 2017 on behalf of the entire college community.

Dustin Mayrand

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UKCD COLLEGE RESEARCH DAY RESULTS UKCD held its College Research Day in conjunction with the 12th Annual CCTS Spring Conference. As a special highlight of this year’s event, the college heard from Dr. Martha Somerman, director of the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR). Prior to speaking at the conference, Somerman met with UKCD junior faculty to recount her journey toward dentistry and the steps following until reaching the NIDCR. Faculty discussed their current research focus and listened to Somerman’s research and career development insights.

Following her presentation at Research Day, Somerman reviewed UKCD poster session submissions and spoke with participants.

FOURTH ANNUAL DENTAL IMPLANT SYMPOSIUM From left: UK Vice President for Research Dr. Lisa Cassis, UK College of Dentistry Dean Dr. Stephanos Kyrkanides, NIDCR Director Dr. Martha Somerman, UK President Dr. Eli Capilouto, and UK Provost Dr. Tim Tracy.

• Third: Michael Rectin; Oral Surgery (Mentor: Dr. Steven Tucker) “Teeth in a Day: A Case Report” DMD STUDENT RESEARCH Judges: Drs. Dolph Dawson, Jim Hartsfield, Isabel Moreno-Hay, and Lorri Morford

Below is a listing of outcomes for UKCD posters:

• First: Nash Laungani; DS2 (Mentor: Dr. Robert Danaher) “HDAC Inhibitors Attenuate the Development of Hypersensitivity in a Mouse Model of Orofacial Neuropathic Pain”

UKCD GRADUATE STUDENT/RESIDENT CLINICAL RESEARCH CATEGORY Judges: Drs. Rick Windhorn and Hiroko Nagaoka

• Second: Steve Haverkos; DS4 (Mentor: Dr. Galal Omami) “Variation in Grey-Scale Intensity for Hard Tissue Landmarks by CBCT”

• First: Ishita Bhavasr; Periodontics (Mentor: Dr. Mohanad Al-Sabbagh) “Biomarkers Associated with Peri-Implantitis and Response to Surgical Therapy”

• Third: David Jensen; DS2 (Mentor: Dr. Mohanad Al-Sabbagh) “Factors Influencing the Referral of Dental Implant Patients: The General Practitioner’s Perspective”

• Second: Mohamed Rezk; Periodontics (Mentor: Dr. Ahmad Kutkut) “Immediate Loading of Unsplinted Implant Retained Mandibular Overdenture: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Study”

• Fourth: Alex Kluemper; DS3 (Mentor: Dr. Sarandeep Huja) “Rate and Type of Tooth Movement in Rats Under Low Orthodontic Force”

• Third: Amber Adkins; Pediatric Dentistry (Mentor: Dr. Christina Perez) “The Effects of n Animal-Assisted Therapy Dog in Reducing Children’s Anxiety in a Dental Setting” TRANSLATIONAL RESEARCH CATEGORY Judges: Drs. Craig Miller and Jeff Ebersole • First: Sudha Gudhimella; Orthodontics (Mentor: Dr. Sarandeep Huja) “Skeletal Anchorage in a Rat Model of Orthodontic Tooth Movement (OTM)” • Second: Anastasia Kozal/Amal Alfaraj; Periodontics (Mentor: Dr. Octavio Gonzalez) “P. gingivalis Activates Notch-1 in Human Oral Epithelial Cells”

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VON ALLMEN CENTER FOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP “2-MINUTE PITCH YOUR POSTER” COMPETITION A new activity at the CCTS Conference, UKCD had five posters in the competition.

• Ahmad Al-Attar (Co-Investigator: Dr. Octavio Gonzalez) “Modulation of epithelial Chemokine Responses by Oral Commensal Bacteria” was awarded first place.

• David Jensen, DS2 (Mentor: Dr. Mohanad AlSabbagh) “Factors Influencing the Referral of Dental Implant Patients: The General Practitioner’s Perspective” received the Directors Award for Passion and Enthusiasm.

In conjunction with UKCD’s 4th Annual Dental Implant Symposium which focused on “Clinical Application of Advanced Digital Implant Technology in Everyday Practice,” over 250 registrants heard from implant experts and speakers on how to provide the best quality of implant therapy and avoid complications.

A research poster session was also held, judged by UKCD’s Drs. Octavio Gonzalez, Hiroko Nagaoka, Pinar Emecen Huja, and Lina Sharab, with the following posters deemed first place in their category:

GRADUATE RESIDENT RESEARCH Dr. Mohamad Rezk, Periodontics (Mentor: Dr. Ahmad Kutkut) – “Immediate Loading of Unsplinted Implant Retained Mandibular Overdenture: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Study” DMD STUDENT RESEARCH Robert Wertke and Cy Clarke, DS3 (Mentor: Dr. Ahmad Kutkut) – “Zirconia in Dentistry: A Literature Review”

STUDENT DENTISTS FIND ENRICHMENT IN RESEARCH Research is the fuel of productive science. This sentiment, shared by students and faculty alike, applies to any discipline. The University of Kentucky has long embraced the value of discovery through research — a commitment that has earned UK an R1 Carnegie Classification, the highest ranking among research institutions.

For students in the College of Dentistry, engaging in research often proves to be of critical importance to their experience at UK. Research in dentistry and oral health sciences spans the gamut from laboratory-based studies, to clinical and translational applications, to inquiries in public health. Incoming DMD students interested in taking part in an intensive research experience now have the unique opportunity to apply for the UKCD Research Track program of study. In addition to completing required courses for the DMD degree, students selected for participation in the Research Track will focus their efforts on chronic

oral diseases, cancer, health services research, and/or orofacial pain. For each year that they fully meet the requirements of the program, students will receive scholarship funds to help offset the cost of tuition.

David Jensen, a second year student in the UKCD, says participating in research alongside dedicated faculty mentors has increased his scope of understanding of the field.

“With the ever-increasing support of research at UKCD,” he said, “I feel that we can better understand the profession that we will go on to practice, and hopefully, add to it in a significant way.”

For many Research Track participants, including second-year student Nash Laungani, participating in research has lead to real-world discoveries that continue to improve various aspects of the patient experience.

These advancements open the door for students to compete for national

research awards, or to become coauthors on publications on the results.

“I’m grateful for all the support and mentorship that we continue to get from the Dean and faculty,” Laungani said. “There is no doubt that we’re in the midst of an exciting, progressive time with dental research shaping our understanding and approach to treating dental diseases.”

Laungani and Jensen received first and third place awards, respectively, after presenting at this year’s College Research Day, an annual event held in conjunction with the UK Center for Clinical and Translational Science Spring Conference. Jensen was also featured in the Von Allmen Center for Entrepreneurship two-minute poster pitch competition in April.

Aside from opportunities to present and publish work, engaging in research creates opportunities for students to discover new interests and potentially inspires a change in career path.

Rather than going straight into practice upon graduating, student researchers sometimes go on to pursue teaching and research as a career.

FOR MORE RESEARCH NEWS, VISIT DENTISTRY.UKY.EDU/RESEARCH

SHOULDER TO SHOUDLER U KC D TA K ES PA RT I N A N I NT E RDI S CI PLI NA RY HE A LT H BRI GA DE E XPE RI E NCE

This spring, over 100 University of Kentucky students, faculty and community members spent time in Santo Domingo, Ecuador, on an interdisciplinary health brigade experience with Shoulder to Shoulder Global (STSG).

The Centro de Salud Hombro a Hombro clinic (CSHH), the primary worksite for UK’s STSG volunteers, provides medical care, prevention services, oral health and school-based services to the community. The CSHH clinic opened its doors 10 years ago, as an initiative led by Dr. Thomas Young, professor of pediatrics in the UK College of Medicine.

"It is so exciting to celebrate 10 years of delivering comprehensive health services in this community in Ecuador. STSG and our Ecuadorian partners have provided tens of thousands of patients with services and service learning opportunities for UK students, staff and faculty. We plan to continue to dream big,� shares Young.

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healthcare provider. It is eye opening to global healthcare needs and reminds me that I am in fact a global citizen. While in many ways this trip was physically exhausting because we were working long days, it was also rejuvenating. It reminded me why I want to be a dentist,” said Wright.

ethical development. Oral Health is a common thread that connects all of humanity,” said Lyon. “Hopefully our students will leave our program with a strong desire to bring lasting change to the state of oral health in underserved communities worldwide through their volunteerism.”

“In addition to the technical competency and clinical proficiency gained while at UKCD, programs such as Shoulder to Shoulder integrate learning opportunities that promote critical thinking and social and

“It was amazing to stand back and watch our students work together and apply all the training they have received in organizing a makeshift dental clinic with local supplies and limited dental resources. Every day

we visited a different community with different needs and they adjusted to each situation impeccably.

“The last day of a mission trip was and will always be the most difficult to me. It is the time when goodbyes are said and you’re trying to make your last memories with the people who relationships were created with. There is more to life than just accumulating wealth. You truly start living and enjoying life at the precise moment you start serving others,” adds Lyons.

ANNUAL GIVING BY DEGREE YEAR From left: Tyler Sanslow (D4), Emily Knott (D3), Dr. Teresa Lyon, Spencer Wright (D3), Sarah Specht (D3), Whitney White (D3), and Hunter Hazle (D4)

Over the course of 10 years, the clinic has provided over 58,000 medical consultations and 21,000 dental consultations.

interprofessional environment and how to apply basic principles of cultural anthropology, sociology, diversity and health care to the experience.

The brigade, is a culmination of months of preparation that included the Interprofessional Teamwork in Global Health course. As part of this course students learned about Ecuador, how to work in an

This year’s brigades included students from a variety of colleges including Arts and Sciences, Education, Health Sciences, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Public Health and Dentistry.

UKCD’s Drs. Teresa Lyon and Ershal

Harrison traveled to Santo Domingo to support participating student dentists.

“The students often had to learn to work in less than ideal situations,” said Harrison. “Their time was divided between the clinic and seeing patients at local schools, churches or in the villages. In those situations, we did not have the advantage of suction, water, hand pieces or radiography.

“As the week progressed and their confidence levels rose, they became more independent. Two students were able to expand their Spanish speaking abilities as well. They also had the opportunity to work with two Ecuadorian dentists both at the clinic and in the villages,” adds Harrison.

From left: Dr. Ershal Harrison, Rob Wertke (D3), UK Provost Tim Tracy, Nate Reuter (D3), Justin Green (D3), and Tyler McCubbins (D3)

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Spencer Wright, a third year student dentist, recommends all dental students try to take part in trips like this one. “As a dental student I know it is easy to become consumed with our busy schedules. Often we become so focused on the next exam or practical we lose track of what is happening around us in the world. I feel trips like these are vital to participate in as a

FOR JUNE 2016-MAY 2017 Year

1991

6

15.8%

$13,291.00

1992

3

6.1%

$575.00

1993

8

15.4%

$3,320.00

Donor Count

% of Class Donating

Total Donated

1966

1

7.1%

$200.00

1994

4

7.8%

$1,700.00

1967

8

22.9%

$5,413.95

1995

2

4.0%

$200.00

1968

5

13.2%

$3,700.00

1996

3

4.9%

$1,600.00

1969

4

12.5%

$300.00

1997

0

0.0%

$0.00

1970

10

20.4%

$17,520.81

1998

5

8.9%

$1,400.00

1971

6

10.9%

$4,315.00

1999

3

5.5%

$750.00

1972

8

14.5%

$3,875.00

2000

4

7.0%

$8,150.00

1973

7

14.9%

$1,335.00

2001

3

5.7%

$650.00

1974

8

14.3%

$1,960.00

2002

3

5.3%

$5,025.00

1975

6

10.7%

$13,895.41

2003

14

22.6%

$15,130.00

1976

4

7.4%

$2,775.00

2004

1

1.7%

$100.00

1977

6

9.8%

$1,700.00

2005

2

3.2%

$2,000.00

1978

8

12.7%

$4,541.00

2006

4

7.1%

$491.00

1979

9

16.1%

$6,557.34

2007

4

7.3%

$1,614.93

1980

5

8.5%

$1,950.00

2008

3

5.1%

$1,650.00

1981

8

12.7%

$4,400.00

2009

7

9.9%

$3,866.00

1982

4

6.7%

$1,400.00

2010

0

0.0%

$0.00

1983

8

13.6%

$51,595.00

2011

2

3.2%

$1,300.00

1984

5

7.7%

$5,342.96

2012

0

0.0%

$0.00

1985

5

8.8%

$28,200.00

2013

1

1.7%

$800.00

1986

6

12.5%

$3,100.00

2014

2

3.1%

$300.00

1987

6

12.0%

$4,950.00

2015

0

0.0%

$0.00

1988

4

8.5%

$1,550.00

2016

1

1.8%

$20.00

1989

5

11.1%

$835.00

1990

6

10.7%

$2,000.00

Totals

237

$237,344.40

WE APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT OF THE UK COLLEGE OF DENTISTRY We want to express our appreciation to the following donors for their generosity and support of the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry (UKCD) during the time period of June 13, 2016 to June 1, 2017. Your gifts have provided support for scholarships, renovations, programs, student activities, and upgraded equipment, allowing UKCD to advance our goals in education, patient care, research, and community engagement. Thank you for all of your support..

3M Company Dr. Craig Q. Adams Dr. Gregory L. Adams Adams Pediatric Dentistry PLLC Dr. and Mrs. Gary L. Ahasic Dr. S. R. Aks Dr. and Mrs. Gregory J. Albright Dr. and Mrs. James E. Albritton Ale-8-One Bottling Company, Inc. American Academy of Implant Dentistry Dr. and Mrs. Paul E. Anderson Dr. Thomas Arkle III and Dr. Stephanie C. Chen Dr. Andrea L. Asher-Little and Mr. Carl A. Little Dr. Charles E. Atkins, Jr. AZOMS PLLC Dr. Loretta N. Babalmoradi Dr. Jackie L. Banahan and Mr. William L. Hager, Jr. Dr. Nelle V. Barr Barr Kleier Charitable Fund Dr. Robert B. Barton Dr. Eric M. Baugher Dr. Wolfgang J. Bay Dr. and Mrs. Jay R. Beagle Dr. Canise Y. Bean Dr. Faraj Behbehani Dr. William P. Bennett Dr. and Mrs. Louis M. Beto Bien Air USA Inc. Big Blue Pedaler Dr. and Mrs. David E. Bittel Dr. Jane Bleuel and Mr. Aron Silberberg Bluegrass Hospitality Group Dr. Martin J. Boeckh Mr. Rusty Bolin Dr. and Mrs. Raymond A. Bonomo Boone Tavern Hotel Bourbon Raw Bowman Insurance & Benefit Services Dr. Teresa M. Boyd and Dr. David R. Thornton Dr. Keith G. Brammell Drs. Sabine M. Brouxhon, M.D., Ph. D. and Stephanos Kyrkanides Dr. and Mrs. Terry E. Brown Dr. Carrie B. Brown, DMD, PSC Mr. Kim R. Bryan Buffalo Trace Distillery Dr. Robert L. Burns, Jr. Dr. Francis M. Bush Mrs. Barbara A. Butler Mr. John Butler Mr. Richard W. Butler Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Butler Ms. Lori Cable Dr. Marie A. Calabrese Dr. Gregory Caldwell

Drs. Laurie T. and Matthew R. Campbell Dr. Mary E. Campbell Card Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Inc. Carestream Dental Dr. and Mrs. Joe L. Carpenter Dr. and Mrs. Jack Carter Dr. Clark D. Cash Dr. and Mrs. Alex Cassinelli Dr. Tammra S. Catron Dr. and Mrs. James C. Cecil III Cedar View Pediatric Dentistry Central Kentucky Kayak Charlotte D. Lewis 1997 Descendants Trust Dr. Kyle R. Childers Dr. Fleming C. Chisholm, Jr. City Barbeque Inc. Clean Sweep Car Wash Coba, LLC Coffee Times, Inc. Cogent Design Inc. Dr. Gary R. Coleman Mr. William Everett Collins Collins Family Dentistry Comfort Dentistry Mr. John-Morgan F. Correll Dr. Stephanie Cosby & Eric Whitley Dr. Andrew G. Couch Dr. Cynthia B. Couch Dr. and Mrs. C. Todd Cox Ms. Penny D. Cox Dr. Gregory Crabtree Crafton Family Dentistry Cumbdent, PSC Dr. Alice E. Curran Dr. and Mrs. Robert H. Curtis Alan Curtsinger, Pharm.D. Dr. and Mrs. Douglas D. Damm Dr. and Mrs. Michael Day Mr. Sean E. De Haan Dean Dorton Allen Ford Dr. Angela D. DeMoss Dental Dreams Dentist Insurance Service Dentistry for Children Inc. Lex Mr. Andrew Wayne Denton Dentsply DePuy Synthes Drs. Cindy M. Derer and John J. Gohmann Dr. John P. DeVries Dr. and Mrs. James L. Dickson Drewhann Inc. Dr. and Mrs. John J. DuPlessis, Jr. Dr. and Mrs. Anthony W. Durall Dr. Jeffrey L. Ebersole Dr. Larry M. Elliott and Donna H. Elliott Dr. and Mrs. Olin A. Elliott Dr. Charles I. Emrich Drs. Olivia and Ryan Estes Mr. and Ms. Thomas M. Ewing Dr. Roger L. Ewing Dr. Leighton B. Fain Drs. Peggy and Donald Falace Family Dental Care of Marietta, Inc. The John P. Faraci M.D. Trust Ms. Mary E. Faraci Dr. and Mrs. Steven E. Farmer Farmer Pediatric Dentistry, PSC Dr. Melanie J. Fatone Dr. and Mrs. D. Stanford Ferguson Ms. Julia Ferguson

Firehouse Subs Drs. Robert and Kelli Fischer Mr. and Mrs. Scott B. Fitzpatrick Dr. David A. Flanagan Dr. Lisa E. Fletcher Donna L. Fogle, RDH, CCRP Dr. Teresa L. Fong and Mr. Ronald D. Sit Dr. and Mrs. C. Mark Fort Dr. and Mrs. Timothy S. Foster Four Roses Distillery Dr. and Mrs. Craig B. Fowler Dr. Jonathan C. Francis Dr. Patricia Meeks Francisco Dr. Paul W. Fraysure Dr. and Ms. George T. Frazier Dr. John H. Frick Dr. and Mrs. Michael S. Fulkerson Dr. and Mrs. Guy M. Furnish Georgetown Oral and Facial Surgery LLC Georgia Endodontic Surgery Mr. and Mrs. Gregory K Gerhard Gibbs Dentistry Dr. William B. Gibson Ms. Jean A. Goldsmith Dr. James J. Goodpaster Dr. Amanda Grace Grand Strand Pediatric Dentistry, Inc. Ms. Anne Rogers Gregory Gums Dental Care Dr. George R. Gunn Dr. Harold J. Haering, Jr. Dr. Thomas D. Hall Drs. Michelle and William Ham Dr. Larry E. Hamlin Dr. David S. Hancock Dr. and Mrs. Blaine R. Hansen Dr. David K. Hansen Mr. and Mrs. Eddie Hartgrove Dr. and Mrs. Tom E. Hartsock Dr. James P. Hayden Dr. Kathy L. Hayes Dr. and Mrs. Darrell R. Hazle Heartland Dental Care Dr. and Mrs. Richard K. Heming Dr. Don-Michael Hendricks Henry Schein, Inc. Drs. Charles & Megan Herfel Dr. Michael C Herren Dr. Erica I. Higginbotham Ms. Carol Hill Mrs. Nancy Miller Hill Hilton Lexington Downtown Dr. David S. Hirschler Dr. and Mrs. Mark W. Hodge A. J. Hoffman Dr. Raymond A. Holderby Dr. Sally and Mr. Joshua Holliday Dr. Shanna Couch Holliday Dr. Aubrey R. Hopkins Dr. Leslie C. Horn Dr. and Mrs. H. Fred Howard Dr. and Mrs. Cameron M. Howard Mr. William J. Howell III Dr. and Mrs. Stephen B. Hulen Dr. and Mrs. J. Mark Huntsman Dr. and Mrs. James L. Hutton Immediadent Imperial Flowers & Gifts Ms. Melissa Ingleright Dr. John B. Inman InVentiv Health

J. Mason & Associates, Inc. Jake's Cigar Bar James Ransdell Dental Care, PSC Jefferson Davis Inn Jeff's Car Wash Jeri Stull Orthodontics Dr. John F. Johnson II Dr. and Mrs. Lucien S. Johnson Dr. and Mrs. Lucien S. Johnson III Ms. Trilla Johnson Johnson & Johnson Dental Care Products Jones Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, Inc. Ms. Marcie Jordan Joseph Gormley Dental Associates PLLC Justice Dental Dr. and Mrs. Carson Keally Dr. Thomas A. Keen Keeneland Association Dr. and Mrs. James M. Keeton, Jr. Dr. Juliette Keller and Mr. Karl T. Steele Kelly Capital Dr. John T. Kemper, Jr. and Mrs. Judith A. Barager-Kemper Kentucky Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Kentucky Association of Orthodontists Kentucky Center for Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Kentucky Dental Association Kentucky Derby Museum Kentucky Theatre Group, Inc. Kerr Dr. Richard G. Kimmel Dr. N. C. Kline, Jr. Dr. and Ms. G. Thomas Kluemper M. Joan Kluemper, DMD Drs. Diana and Jason Koch Dr. and Mrs. David R. Kuhn Dr. Ritt Kuhn Dr. Beverly A. Largent Lavelle Family & Cosmetic Dentistry PLLC Dr. and Mrs. Tom C. Lawton Ms. Megan P. Lee Mr. Michael Patrick Lee Mr. Brad Lesshafft Lexington Endodontics PLLC Lexington Legends Dr. Charles A. Lindsey Dr. Mickey W. Lindsey Dr. Max Love Dr. Clifford J. Lowdenback Madison Dental Associates Drs. Stacie and Brent Maggard Ms. Carla Maize Dr. Daniel B. Manley Dr. and Mrs. Mansfield Dixon Marriott Griffin Gate Resort & Spa Marshall County Health Dept.

Ms. Kristen C. Martin Dr. Teresa L. Martin Mr. and Mrs. Thomas M. Matthews Dr. Stephen L. Mattingly Dr. and Mrs. Jerry A. Mayer Dr. and Mrs. Lee S. Mayer Drs. Tina and Jerry Mayes Mr. and Mrs. Brendan W. McCarthy Dr. Joseph B. McClure, Jr. Dr. and Mrs. Thomas A. McConnell

Dr. Michael McCoy Dr. and Mrs. Rex P. McCrary Dr. Brent C. McDonald Dr. Robert W. McFadden Medpro Group Dr. Jennifer L. Meek Dr. Ed and Dr. Melissa Meier Dr. Frederick J. Meister Dr. Mark D. Mellman Merrick Inn Dr. and Mrs. Benjamin J. Messmer Dr. Wendy and Mr. Christopher Van Meter Dr. and Mrs. Donn E. Mettens Dr. and Mrs. William Millay Dr. Kathy J. Miller Dr. Matthew S. Milliner Dr. and Mrs. Marion D. Miniard Dr. Laura Morris-Olson and Mr. Joseph M. Olson Dr. and Mrs. Len W. Morrow Dr. David A. Mott Dr. Craig T. Mueller Dr. and Mrs. Thomas P. Mullaney Dr. and Mrs. M. Raynor Mullins Dr. Elmer H. Mullins, Jr. Dr. Donald R. Murdock Dr. and Mrs. W. Mark Myers Nashville Dental Dr. Rachel H. Naylor Mr. and Mrs. Jerry M. Neal Dr. Benjamin W. Nero Drs. Shera and John Newcomb Dr. Steven D. Neyer Mr. and Mrs. Fred Noe Dr. Roger B. Nofsinger Dr. and Ms. Terry L. Norris Dr. Rodney E. O'Connor Dr. Emily K. O'Connor-Schwegman and Mr. Marc A. Schwegma Mrs. Ruth Ann Ogden Ms. Mary B. O'Keeffe Dr. Steven W. Okeson On Line Design Inc. Dr. Joseph F. O'Neil Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Associates Oral Maxillofacial Surgery P.L.L.C. Orange Romany, LLC

Orascoptic/Surgical Acuity Ortho Computer Systems Orthopli Corporation Osstell, Inc. Dr. Heather Huntley Owens Dr. and Mrs. Harold E. Ownby Drs. Julia Rena Owsley-Brown and George T. Brown Ms. Kimberly R. Page Dr. Lawrence R. Page Painting with a Twist Parlay Social Dr. and Mrs. Lloyd E. Parmley Dr. and Mrs. Wayne Parrott Dr. Daniel J. Passidomo Ms. Geneva N. Patterson Pazzo's Pizza Pub Pearl Insurance Group, LLC Drs. Ashley and Austin Peat Pediatric Dentistry of Hamburg Pediatric Dentistry of Johns Creek Pediatric Dentistry of Owensboro, LLC Pediatric Dentistry of Winchester Dr. and Mrs. Robert E. Penny Dr. Hans Petersen Dr. Gilman P. Peterson III Dr. and Mrs. Mark A. Pfeiffer Dr. John R. Phillips Piezosurgery, Inc. PNC Bank, Lexington Dr. and Mrs. Stephen W. Porter Dr. and Mrs. Aaron C. Powers Dr. Alan D. Price Dr. and Mrs. Scott R. Price Mrs. Glenda Price and Dr. Virgil T. Price Dr. and Mrs. Charles E. Pritchett Dr. Nicole and Mr. James H. Pruitt II Dr. and Mrs. David C. Quast Ramsey's Enterprise, Inc. Dr. and Mrs. Ted P. Raybould Dr. Mark A. Raymond Dr. Jeffrey A. Rector Redemption Periodontics, LLC Drs. Barbara and Peter Reisner Reliance Orthodontic Products, Inc. Dr. and Mrs. Billy D. Reynolds

Dr. Kyle W. Reynolds Dr. and Mrs. Timothy D. Reynolds Dr. Martha R. Rice Robert A. & Mary P. Daniels Family Foundation Mr. Joseph Phillip Roberts Roberts Insurance and Investments Dr. Frederick A. Rosenberg Dr. and Mrs. Eduardo Rostenberg Dr. and Mrs. Richard R. Rubeling, Jr. Drs. Dianne and William Rudolph Dr. and Mrs. Paul E. Rundberg Drs. Gina and James Saindon Saindon and Saindon Family Dentistry, Inc. Salvin Dental Specialties, Inc. Mr. Ryne Salyer Dr. Carla and Mr. Lynn Sasser Savane Silver Dr. Susan and Mr. Jerry Schell Dr. Dennis C. Schnecker Dr. John M. Schulte Mr. Jeffrey C. Schweitzer Scott-Larkin DMD PSC Mrs. Cynthia W. Seaver Dr. and Mrs. Robert S. Sergent Drs. Michael Sexton and Emilee Sexton Shakespeare and Co. Dr. Jacob Shiloah Dr. William E. Shores, Jr. (Patricia C. Birchfield) Signature Smiles, P.C. Dr. Rebecca Singleton Dr. Philip William Slonkosky Dr. Jonathan D. Smart Dr. V. Ray Smith Dr. Roger D. Smith Dr. Carolyn Jennings Southworth Mrs. Sandy L Spradling and Dr. Peter M. Spradling Dr. and Mrs. Munro Steckler Steckler Pediatric Dentistry Dr. Roger R. Stewart Dr. Dennis Stone Drs. Christina and Adam Stowe Straumann USA Dr. and Mrs. Dennis D. Stuckey Mr. and Mrs. Mike Sullivan Dr. David K. Sullivan The Jan and Lynne Swanson Donor Advised Fund

Dr. and Mrs. William C. Tapp Tedesco LLC Dr. Angela L. Templeton & Mr. Dan C. Downs Dr. and Mrs. Charles A. Thomas Thomasville Pediatric Dentistry Dr. and Mrs. John A. Thompson, Jr. Dr. Molly M. Thurmond & Mr. Robert D. Bottoms Mr. Randy Tisor Dr. Ellen C. Torbeck Dr. and Mrs. Randy T. Travis Treloar & Heisel Dr. and Mrs. Dan R. Trinler Dr. and Mrs. John B. Tromans Trusted Nannies Dr. and Mrs. Steven R. Tucker Dr. and Mrs. Erwin G. Turner Dr. Ashley C. Tynan Dr. Dickson Ufomata UK Federal Credit Union UK Federal Credit Union UK Orthodontic Alumni Association Mr. Alan S. Vanarsdall Dr. Pamela Ann Vanarsdall Talon Winery & Vineyard Drs. Brenda and Gary Walden Dr. Michael J. Walker Dr. William F. Wathen Wayne and Glenda Sue Mortenson Family Foundation Dr. Thomas F. Webb Dr. Steven M. Welborn Dr. Preston Q. Welch West Georgia Dentistry for Children, P.C. Dr. David E. Westerman Dr. Rebecca and Mr. James Wheeler Whip Mix Corporation Dr. and Mrs. Kelvin L. White White, Greer & Maggard, PSC Dr. Mary E. Wiechart Dr. and Mrs. Craig B. Wiggins Wilderness Trail Distillery Dr. Tracy Lynn Wilkerson, DDS Dr. Bruce T. Wilson Dr. Douglas Worful Dr. Ashley P. Wright Dr. and Mrs. J. Steven Zeh Dr. and Mrs. Steven M. Zettler

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SAVE THE DATE OCTOBER 6-7, 2017

41ST ANNUAL FALL SYMPOSIUM AND ALUMNI WEEKEND DENTISTRY.UKY.EDU/2017WEEKEND Weekend events include a Friday morning CE course followed by an afternoon at Keeneland.

All alumni are invited to join us Friday evening for a reception in the Recruiting Room of Kroger Field where we will recognize our Distinguished Alumnus of the Year and the Classes of 1967, 1972, 1977, 1982, 1987, 1992, 1997, 2002, 2007, and 2012. Saturday will include an open house with breakfast and tours of the newly renovated clinics at the College of Dentistry, tailgate, and UK vs. Missouri football game.

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