When is the UAB dental commencement?
UAB School of Dentistry will stream a virtual commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 30 to honor its 2020 Doctor of Dental Medicine graduates in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
When will Steven Beard graduate from UAB?
Charles E. Smith Endowed Scholarship means everything to Steven Beard. The Birmingham native plans to graduate from the UAB School of Dentistry in 2023, and he’s hoping to do it without taking on a lot of debt.
When did Grady Price go to medical school?
Grady Price’s application to enter medical school for the fall of 1959. At the time, Dr. Price was studying pre-med at the University of Alabama and was preparing for a career as a physician when his plans abruptly changed.
Is dentistry a good profession?
It’s no secret that dentistry is an excellent profession, and most dentists love their jobs. However, most would also agree that much of their four years of dental school were spent grinding, just putting one foot in front of the other to push to the end. Dr. Mary Leigh Gillespie is the exception.
When did the School of Dentistry Staff Council kick off?
When a newly reestablished School of Dentistry Staff Council kicked off in July 2019, the group quickly went to work developing initiatives to support and engage staff school-wide. That was before COVID-19 brought its activities to a halt.
Who was the only woman in the room at the University of Alabama School of Dentistry?
In 1965, Karen Fox walked into her first day of classes at the University Of Alabama School Of Dentistry in Birmingham, Alabama. She was the only woman in the room. In fact, she was the only woman in her entire class of 52 students.
Who is Sonia Makhija?
Sonia Makhija, DDS, MPH, was integral to the Department of Clinical and Community Sciences and to the National Dental Practice Based Research Network, housed within the UAB School of Dentistry. Having passed away last Fall, she continues to be missed by her colleagues and friends.
ATTENTION PATIENTS: School of Dentistry clinics closed Sept. 6
UAB School of Dentistry will be closed Monday, Sept. 6 for the Labor Day Holiday.
Why UAB Dentistry?
At UAB Dentistry, we strive to provide quality, comprehensive general and specialty oral health care for you and your family. Top-notch providers, state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, and the most up-to-date treatment techniques. A winning combination.
Which Clinic is Right for Me?
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Find My Clinic
Interested in seeking treatment in a student clinic? Comprehensive care means we take a long-term approach for helping you achieve the best health for your mouth. Our recently renovated clinic offers the latest for modern delivery of dental care.
School of Dentistry
You want to take care of people’s pearly whites? Our DMD program will help you prepare for a career as a dentist. You’ll learn many different aspects of being a dentist, from basic exams to complex dental procedures.
Concentrations
This program doesn't have concentrations, but ask your advisor about courses that can help you meet your career goals.
Fast Facts
The job outlook for dentists is projected to grow at a rate of 19 percent between 2016 and 2026, much faster than average (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics).
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