April 2017

Improving Outcomes and Prevention Through Research
 As a leader in oral healthcare since 1863, KSoD has been conducting research that has helped transform dental care and oral health for over a century. From studying agents involved in oral diseases to investigating interactions between bacteria and human platelets, Temple Dental receives funding for dozens of projects. Through our labs, we collaborate with investigators around the globe, particularly those who work in underserved populations. 

   Dean Amid Ismail
Microbiome Research Program
One of our key research areas is the oral microbiome -- its impact on oral and overall health. Last fall we hired two research scientists – Assistant Professor Sumant Puri and Associate Research Professor Nezar Al-Hebshi – to help us launch a new research initiative on this important area. They are investigating the factors that lead to shifts in the microbiome as they will play a critical role in deciphering the etiology and management of major oral and dental diseases. We are also collaborating with colleagues from Temple University’s Lewis Katz School of Medicine and College of Public Health, and the University of Milan, to further on research in microbiomes.

Science in Dental Practice Day
Dr Hakan
Professor Håkan Engqvist 
Guest Lecturer

Nearly 700 students, faculty, and staff packed into the Temple Performing Arts Center for our 2017 Science in Dental Practice Day, held each year to promote research and scholarly work. Professor Håkan Engqvist from Uppsala University, Sweden, presented the Paul J. Batastini, DDS, FACD and Amelia Z. Batastini, RpH, Lecture

Community and Global Service
Passionate about improving the oral and overall health of those in the greatest need, our students, faculty, staff and alumni participate in numerous service projects throughout the year locally and globally, including a mission to Peru. 

Peru Mission


Temple University Global Days of Service 

April 24 – 30

Temple alumni and students, staff and faculty, and the community will join together and volunteer at one of the many happenings. The Dental School is hosting a free breakfast at the neighboring New Vision United Methodist Church, on Saturday, April 29. Contact Theresa Hopkins to volunteer at Theresa.hopkins@temple.edu.

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On April 25, we will collectively celebrate the impact that our alumni, faculty, staff, students and friends have on the university.