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The official account of UNC Adams School of Dentistry. Celebrating 75 years of extraordinary people, exemplary scholarship and exceptional care.
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ASOD was transformed once again with cobwebs & skeletons for the annual Halloween party on Oct 31. Each year, students, staff & faculty understand the assignment, showing up to class and clinics decked out in elaborate costumes. View the recap of ASOD's favorite spooky holiday here: buff.ly/nc92VPT
November 17, 2025 at 9:28 PM
ASOD was transformed once again with cobwebs & skeletons for the annual Halloween party on Oct 31. Each year, students, staff & faculty understand the assignment, showing up to class and clinics decked out in elaborate costumes. View the recap of ASOD's favorite spooky holiday here: buff.ly/nc92VPT
Jessi Hill's passion involves serving her community. A veteran who served in the army as a medic, Hill now serves underserved populations as the clinical & administrative manager for the Craniofacial Center and Special Care & Geriatric Clinic.
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November 11, 2025 at 9:27 PM
Jessi Hill's passion involves serving her community. A veteran who served in the army as a medic, Hill now serves underserved populations as the clinical & administrative manager for the Craniofacial Center and Special Care & Geriatric Clinic.
Read more: buff.ly/3F6NAv9
Read more: buff.ly/3F6NAv9
Where policy meets practice. ASOD launched the Program for Oral Health Policy, designed to prepare future oral health leaders to drive change through policy, research & practice.
Meet the scholars:
Vanessa Akosah DDS ’27
Ebony C. Bowling DDS ’28
Jason Max Ginnis DDS ’28
De’janee Jenkins DDS ’28
Meet the scholars:
Vanessa Akosah DDS ’27
Ebony C. Bowling DDS ’28
Jason Max Ginnis DDS ’28
De’janee Jenkins DDS ’28
October 31, 2025 at 7:55 PM
Where policy meets practice. ASOD launched the Program for Oral Health Policy, designed to prepare future oral health leaders to drive change through policy, research & practice.
Meet the scholars:
Vanessa Akosah DDS ’27
Ebony C. Bowling DDS ’28
Jason Max Ginnis DDS ’28
De’janee Jenkins DDS ’28
Meet the scholars:
Vanessa Akosah DDS ’27
Ebony C. Bowling DDS ’28
Jason Max Ginnis DDS ’28
De’janee Jenkins DDS ’28
Seth Weinberg, PhD, has joined ASOD as associate dean for research. “We are so excited for him to take on this role and guide our ASOD community research efforts as we pursue innovation and discovery in oral health care,” said Dean Guthmiller. Get to know more about Dr. Weinberg here
Meet Seth Weinberg, PhD - UNC School of Dentistry
Editor’s note: We have launched a new Q&A series for recently hired faculty and staff so our ASOD family can get to know them better. If there is someone new […]
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October 27, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Seth Weinberg, PhD, has joined ASOD as associate dean for research. “We are so excited for him to take on this role and guide our ASOD community research efforts as we pursue innovation and discovery in oral health care,” said Dean Guthmiller. Get to know more about Dr. Weinberg here
The Pride Clinic, a UNC Adams School of Dentistry student-led clinic, is featured as part of the American Institute of Dental Public Health’s (AIDPH) LGBTQIA+ Oral Health Week.
Read more about the great work Pride Clinic is doing in our local community: buff.ly/qAN9oFq
Read more about the great work Pride Clinic is doing in our local community: buff.ly/qAN9oFq
October 23, 2025 at 10:07 PM
The Pride Clinic, a UNC Adams School of Dentistry student-led clinic, is featured as part of the American Institute of Dental Public Health’s (AIDPH) LGBTQIA+ Oral Health Week.
Read more about the great work Pride Clinic is doing in our local community: buff.ly/qAN9oFq
Read more about the great work Pride Clinic is doing in our local community: buff.ly/qAN9oFq
More than 450 student, faculty and staff volunteers from Adams School of Dentistry took part in a 10-year annual tradition to give back to the local community through service on Oct 1.
Read more about this important cause: buff.ly/LKz9R7y
Read more about this important cause: buff.ly/LKz9R7y
October 17, 2025 at 8:32 PM
More than 450 student, faculty and staff volunteers from Adams School of Dentistry took part in a 10-year annual tradition to give back to the local community through service on Oct 1.
Read more about this important cause: buff.ly/LKz9R7y
Read more about this important cause: buff.ly/LKz9R7y
Celebrating 75 years of excellence, the UNC Adams School of Dentistry has become a leader in dental education and innovation. To commemorate this milestone, view the gallery we created of ASOD through the years: buff.ly/Oa56KV0
October 14, 2025 at 5:53 PM
Celebrating 75 years of excellence, the UNC Adams School of Dentistry has become a leader in dental education and innovation. To commemorate this milestone, view the gallery we created of ASOD through the years: buff.ly/Oa56KV0
Last month, ASOD met w/ WNC alumni & partners for a night of connection, inspiration, & shared purpose. From reconnecting w/ familiar faces to meeting new partners in oral health, it highlighted the collective impact of our alumni & partners in this beautiful region.
#Alumni #OralHealth #WesternNC
#Alumni #OralHealth #WesternNC
October 10, 2025 at 3:37 PM
Last month, ASOD met w/ WNC alumni & partners for a night of connection, inspiration, & shared purpose. From reconnecting w/ familiar faces to meeting new partners in oral health, it highlighted the collective impact of our alumni & partners in this beautiful region.
#Alumni #OralHealth #WesternNC
#Alumni #OralHealth #WesternNC
DEAH DAY, ASOD's annual day of service returns again Wednesday, Oct. 1!
Since 2015, ASOD spends the day serving the community to honor the lives of Deah Barakat (DDS 2017), Yusor Abu-Salha (DDS 2019), and Razan Abu-Salha. Learn more about DEAH DAY here: buff.ly/AKkbWB5
Since 2015, ASOD spends the day serving the community to honor the lives of Deah Barakat (DDS 2017), Yusor Abu-Salha (DDS 2019), and Razan Abu-Salha. Learn more about DEAH DAY here: buff.ly/AKkbWB5
September 22, 2025 at 5:53 PM
DEAH DAY, ASOD's annual day of service returns again Wednesday, Oct. 1!
Since 2015, ASOD spends the day serving the community to honor the lives of Deah Barakat (DDS 2017), Yusor Abu-Salha (DDS 2019), and Razan Abu-Salha. Learn more about DEAH DAY here: buff.ly/AKkbWB5
Since 2015, ASOD spends the day serving the community to honor the lives of Deah Barakat (DDS 2017), Yusor Abu-Salha (DDS 2019), and Razan Abu-Salha. Learn more about DEAH DAY here: buff.ly/AKkbWB5
When you open the door to the Dean’s Suite at ASOD, you are immediately greeted by a warm smile from Admin Support Associate Monique Hayes. She recently won a H.E.A.R.T Award for her outstanding service to the school.
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Administrative professional overcomes health challenges to win award - UNC School of Dentistry
When you open the door to the Dean’s Suite at Adams School of Dentistry, you are immediately greeted by a warm smile from Administrative Support Associate Monique Hayes. Hayes has […]
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August 29, 2025 at 3:31 PM
When you open the door to the Dean’s Suite at ASOD, you are immediately greeted by a warm smile from Admin Support Associate Monique Hayes. She recently won a H.E.A.R.T Award for her outstanding service to the school.
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Welcome to the CO27 dental hygiene students! This week marks the beginning of an exciting journey as the DH students jump into orientation and start building connections with fellow classmates. We can't wait to see all the incredible things accomplished during their time here! 🌟
August 14, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Welcome to the CO27 dental hygiene students! This week marks the beginning of an exciting journey as the DH students jump into orientation and start building connections with fellow classmates. We can't wait to see all the incredible things accomplished during their time here! 🌟
A warm welcome to our DDS Class of 2029 who kicked off the start of a new academic year last week! We are excited to begin this journey alongside each of you. Here’s to a wonderful beginning of your academic adventure! 🦷 💫
August 13, 2025 at 7:49 PM
A warm welcome to our DDS Class of 2029 who kicked off the start of a new academic year last week! We are excited to begin this journey alongside each of you. Here’s to a wonderful beginning of your academic adventure! 🦷 💫
July is National Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness and Prevention Month! UNC Magical Moments organized an event to share a message of love & support to be displayed in the atrium & then given to the craniofacial patients. Participants received a purple ribbon to wear in support!
July 18, 2025 at 9:07 PM
July is National Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness and Prevention Month! UNC Magical Moments organized an event to share a message of love & support to be displayed in the atrium & then given to the craniofacial patients. Participants received a purple ribbon to wear in support!
Meet Alison and Wrenn, DDS '27, Schweitzer Fellows for 2025-26! Their project will expand UNC REACH Dental Clinic, which provides free dental care for vulnerable people experiencing severe mental illness, substance use disorder, housing insecurity, disability and/or recent incarceration.
July 8, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Meet Alison and Wrenn, DDS '27, Schweitzer Fellows for 2025-26! Their project will expand UNC REACH Dental Clinic, which provides free dental care for vulnerable people experiencing severe mental illness, substance use disorder, housing insecurity, disability and/or recent incarceration.
Missing a tooth?! And you want 75% off?!
We are seeking patients for our senior student bridge clinic! If you are missing a tooth and in need of a bridge, fill out the form to see if you qualify: go.unc.edu/bridge
You must attend a screening appointment in order to qualify.
We are seeking patients for our senior student bridge clinic! If you are missing a tooth and in need of a bridge, fill out the form to see if you qualify: go.unc.edu/bridge
You must attend a screening appointment in order to qualify.
June 24, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Missing a tooth?! And you want 75% off?!
We are seeking patients for our senior student bridge clinic! If you are missing a tooth and in need of a bridge, fill out the form to see if you qualify: go.unc.edu/bridge
You must attend a screening appointment in order to qualify.
We are seeking patients for our senior student bridge clinic! If you are missing a tooth and in need of a bridge, fill out the form to see if you qualify: go.unc.edu/bridge
You must attend a screening appointment in order to qualify.
1 WEEK away from the Annual Dental Review in Myrtle Beach! Earn CE credits in the am, hit the beach in the pm!
Join us June 25-28 for a hands-on course on treating worn dentition with expert speaker, Dr. Ammannato & lectures on latest techniques & trends in general dentistry!
RSVP: buff.ly/SUmppeb
Join us June 25-28 for a hands-on course on treating worn dentition with expert speaker, Dr. Ammannato & lectures on latest techniques & trends in general dentistry!
RSVP: buff.ly/SUmppeb
June 18, 2025 at 9:29 PM
1 WEEK away from the Annual Dental Review in Myrtle Beach! Earn CE credits in the am, hit the beach in the pm!
Join us June 25-28 for a hands-on course on treating worn dentition with expert speaker, Dr. Ammannato & lectures on latest techniques & trends in general dentistry!
RSVP: buff.ly/SUmppeb
Join us June 25-28 for a hands-on course on treating worn dentition with expert speaker, Dr. Ammannato & lectures on latest techniques & trends in general dentistry!
RSVP: buff.ly/SUmppeb
Jeneen Williamson, division administrator in the Department of Craniofacial and Surgical Care at Adams School of Dentistry is a favorite of patients and colleagues alike and was honored recently with a H.E.A.R.T. award for her amazing service.
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Read more: buff.ly/vefURPU
June 17, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Jeneen Williamson, division administrator in the Department of Craniofacial and Surgical Care at Adams School of Dentistry is a favorite of patients and colleagues alike and was honored recently with a H.E.A.R.T. award for her amazing service.
Read more: buff.ly/vefURPU
Read more: buff.ly/vefURPU
The Tar Heel Bus Tour stopped at Blue Ridge Health—a partner in the Dentistry in Service to Community (DISC) Program at ASOD.
The tour highlighted how orgs like BRH are innovating delivering person-centered care across WNC & how these partnerships support that mission through service & education.
The tour highlighted how orgs like BRH are innovating delivering person-centered care across WNC & how these partnerships support that mission through service & education.
May 29, 2025 at 3:37 PM
The Tar Heel Bus Tour stopped at Blue Ridge Health—a partner in the Dentistry in Service to Community (DISC) Program at ASOD.
The tour highlighted how orgs like BRH are innovating delivering person-centered care across WNC & how these partnerships support that mission through service & education.
The tour highlighted how orgs like BRH are innovating delivering person-centered care across WNC & how these partnerships support that mission through service & education.
Reason #1,204,856 why you should rsvp for the 40th Annual Dental Review 📝
"Not just for general dentists...bring your dental team!" Jen Harmon's course "Fundamentals of Ultrasonic Instrumentation" benefits your entire team! Join for a weekend of learning and team bonding!
RSVP buff.ly/g1DAgpV
"Not just for general dentists...bring your dental team!" Jen Harmon's course "Fundamentals of Ultrasonic Instrumentation" benefits your entire team! Join for a weekend of learning and team bonding!
RSVP buff.ly/g1DAgpV
May 28, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Reason #1,204,856 why you should rsvp for the 40th Annual Dental Review 📝
"Not just for general dentists...bring your dental team!" Jen Harmon's course "Fundamentals of Ultrasonic Instrumentation" benefits your entire team! Join for a weekend of learning and team bonding!
RSVP buff.ly/g1DAgpV
"Not just for general dentists...bring your dental team!" Jen Harmon's course "Fundamentals of Ultrasonic Instrumentation" benefits your entire team! Join for a weekend of learning and team bonding!
RSVP buff.ly/g1DAgpV
UNC ASOD celebrated our newest graduates at the commencement ceremony held on May 8. We heard from several wonderful speakers who shared words of encouragement, challenges and reminders to our new ADE, DDS and DH grads.
🦷 💫 Congratulations to our class of 2025! 🎓 🌟
🦷 💫 Congratulations to our class of 2025! 🎓 🌟
May 27, 2025 at 4:08 PM
UNC ASOD celebrated our newest graduates at the commencement ceremony held on May 8. We heard from several wonderful speakers who shared words of encouragement, challenges and reminders to our new ADE, DDS and DH grads.
🦷 💫 Congratulations to our class of 2025! 🎓 🌟
🦷 💫 Congratulations to our class of 2025! 🎓 🌟
UNC Research is Oral Epidemiology. Learn how we support #UNC’s research mission by applying the findings that inform how we treat our patients and educate our students. buff.ly/vx02m3I
May 24, 2025 at 1:01 PM
UNC Research is Oral Epidemiology. Learn how we support #UNC’s research mission by applying the findings that inform how we treat our patients and educate our students. buff.ly/vx02m3I
💫 What's so special about the 40th Annual Dental Review? ✨
📍 It's located at a ~~beachfront resort~~ in Myrtle Beach! Getting CE credit isn't so bad when sessions are out at 12:30 p.m. & that's your view for the weekend, so says guest speaker, Dr. Swift! 😏 🌴
Register TODAY! buff.ly/g1DAgpV
📍 It's located at a ~~beachfront resort~~ in Myrtle Beach! Getting CE credit isn't so bad when sessions are out at 12:30 p.m. & that's your view for the weekend, so says guest speaker, Dr. Swift! 😏 🌴
Register TODAY! buff.ly/g1DAgpV
May 23, 2025 at 5:16 PM
💫 What's so special about the 40th Annual Dental Review? ✨
📍 It's located at a ~~beachfront resort~~ in Myrtle Beach! Getting CE credit isn't so bad when sessions are out at 12:30 p.m. & that's your view for the weekend, so says guest speaker, Dr. Swift! 😏 🌴
Register TODAY! buff.ly/g1DAgpV
📍 It's located at a ~~beachfront resort~~ in Myrtle Beach! Getting CE credit isn't so bad when sessions are out at 12:30 p.m. & that's your view for the weekend, so says guest speaker, Dr. Swift! 😏 🌴
Register TODAY! buff.ly/g1DAgpV
UNC Research is easing kids’ dental anxiety. Laura Jacox’s study shows therapy dogs make dental visits more fun and reduce anxiety by 82%. #UNCResearchisNC unc.live/3YBGa2e
May 22, 2025 at 3:04 PM
UNC Research is easing kids’ dental anxiety. Laura Jacox’s study shows therapy dogs make dental visits more fun and reduce anxiety by 82%. #UNCResearchisNC unc.live/3YBGa2e
Missing a tooth?! And you want 75% off?!
We are seeking patients for our senior student bridge clinic! If you are missing a tooth and in need of a bridge, fill out the form to see if you qualify: go.unc.edu/bridge
You must attend a screening appointment in order to qualify.
We are seeking patients for our senior student bridge clinic! If you are missing a tooth and in need of a bridge, fill out the form to see if you qualify: go.unc.edu/bridge
You must attend a screening appointment in order to qualify.
May 21, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Missing a tooth?! And you want 75% off?!
We are seeking patients for our senior student bridge clinic! If you are missing a tooth and in need of a bridge, fill out the form to see if you qualify: go.unc.edu/bridge
You must attend a screening appointment in order to qualify.
We are seeking patients for our senior student bridge clinic! If you are missing a tooth and in need of a bridge, fill out the form to see if you qualify: go.unc.edu/bridge
You must attend a screening appointment in order to qualify.
UNC Research is Adams School of Dentistry Periodontology.
Alongside #UNC researchers and partners, we are improving knowledge and access to proper oral health care. Learn about UNC Research unc.live/3YBGa2e
Alongside #UNC researchers and partners, we are improving knowledge and access to proper oral health care. Learn about UNC Research unc.live/3YBGa2e
May 20, 2025 at 7:38 PM
UNC Research is Adams School of Dentistry Periodontology.
Alongside #UNC researchers and partners, we are improving knowledge and access to proper oral health care. Learn about UNC Research unc.live/3YBGa2e
Alongside #UNC researchers and partners, we are improving knowledge and access to proper oral health care. Learn about UNC Research unc.live/3YBGa2e