ADEA Bulletin of Dental Education

MEMBER FOCUS: Lincoln Memorial University College of Dental Medicine Supports Underserved Communities Through Education, Dental Care

MEMBER FOCUS: Lincoln Memorial University College of Dental Medicine Supports Underserved Communities Through Education, Dental Care


Created as a living memorial to President Abraham Lincoln, LMU’s mission has always centered on serving underserved populations—a commitment that has strengthened over time. Over the past two decades, LMU has developed multiple professional studies programs aimed at addressing critical shortages in health care access, particularly in the Appalachia region.   Read More...

The Ohio State University College of Dentistry Provides Dental Screenings for Special Olympics Athletes

“Special Olympics athletes around the U.S. currently present with a number of oral health issues,” said Beth Chartier, RDH, M.P.H., Clinical Assistant Professor in The Ohio State University College of Dentistry Division of Dental Hygiene. “About 47% have moderate to severe gingival inflammation, 25% have untreated tooth decay, 9% need an urgent dental referral and 12% have mouth pain. This screening event helps to raise awareness of the oral health concerns of people with special needs.”

University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry Launches State’s First Pediatric Residency

“The demand for specialized pediatric dental services in Oklahoma is significant, making the training of pediatric dentists crucial for improving the oral health of children in the state,” said David Ciesla, D.D.S., Clinical Assistant Professor in the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry. “We created this program so that we will have more specialists to meet the treatment needs of children in our state.”

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