At UAB School of Dentistry, we are dedicated making a meaningful impact in Alabama and beyond. As a dental school, our primary mission is to train the next generation of dentists and other oral health professionals. However, we believe that our responsibility extends beyond the walls of our classrooms and clinics. We are deeply rooted in the community, understanding the importance of oral health in overall well-being. Our story is one of compassion, collaboration, and community engagement in our commitment to transforming oral health for all.
Collaborating to expand patient access to dental care in Alabama
We have developed partnerships with a wide variety of health- and dental-care partners to provide outreach across the state. Our students, under the guidance of experienced faculty, offer screenings, preventative care, and treatment to those who may not have access to regular dental services. Together, these cooperative ventures provide opportunities for our students to work with diverse patient populations, while extending access to dental care to Alabama’s underserved.
Addressing Alabama’s dental workforce needs
UAB School of Dentistry has developed a portfolio of programs that place dentists and students supervised by dentists, in facilities around the state. These initiatives alleviate some of the burden caused by the rural dentistry shortage.
Leading practice science for the benefit of real-world clinical practices
Established at UAB School of Dentistry, the National Dental Practice Based Research Network (PBRN) is a consortium of clinicians and practices throughout the nation who are working together to answer community-based oral health care questions and translate research findings into practice. UAB is home to the network's national administrative base.
Global outreach through international ties
Our faculty serve on the UAB International Education Committee and the Global and Community Health Outreach project in collaboration with the UAB School of Public Health. Also, the school has affiliation agreements with six dental schools in other countries to provide collaboration in education. There are active student exchange/visiting programs with two universities in Japan and one in France. Various groups within the school also participate in service and teaching by providing dental care to children and adults in developing countries.
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Dr. Gregg Gilbert
Chair, Department of Clinical and Community Sciences
SDB 109
(205) 934-5423
Dr. Raquel Mazer
Associate Professor, Department of Clinical and Community Sciences
SDB 115
(205) 996-2724
Nancy Parsons
Administrative Projects Specialist-SOD
SBD 111
(205) 934-5423