| | Dean's Message
Last week, I had the honor of attending and presenting during the opening session at the Academy of Osseointegration's annual meeting in Seattle. I was delighted to share my thoughts and exchange ideas with peers from around the country. In the coming weeks, many faculty members, residents, and students from the college will be attending various conferences, giving presentations, and engaging in thought-provoking discussions that will undoubtedly benefit our college and broader community. I am extremely proud of the contributions our faculty, residents, and students make to advance dental science in order to better our mission of providing high-quality oral health care for our patients. Cheers! ~Clark Stanford | | | | Dr. Alex Rubinov, a third-year resident in the Department of Periodontics, has been awarded First Place in the ePoster competition at the Academy of Osseointegration (AO) Annual Meeting held March 27-29, 2025, in Seattle, Washington. | | | Stanford named Immediate Past President, OKU After one year serving as the Supreme Chapter President of Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU), National Honor Dental Society, Dean Clark Stanford has transitioned to the Supreme Chapter Immediate Past President of OKU. | | | | The University of Iowa launched a new events page for members of the community to view events from around campus. Visit events.uiowa.edu to view the refreshed webpage, which includes the ability to search by event type, department, audience, interest, and more. | | | Stanford presents during AO opening session Dean Clark Stanford presented during the opening session of the Academy of Osseointegration (AO) meeting in Seattle, Washington, on March 27. Stanford discussed the role of implant abutment design and clinical outcomes. | | | | Vargas MA, Margeas R. A Twist on Injection Molding: Injecting Conventional Resin Composites. J Esthet Restor Dent. 2025 Jan;37(1):7-13. doi: 10.1111/jerd.13410. Epub 2025 Jan 23. PMID: 39853916; PMCID: PMC11913208.
This article introduces a novel twist on injection molding for anterior composite restorations: heating conventional high-viscosity resin composites to make them injectable, combining the strength of traditional materials with the precision of mold-based techniques. While flowable composites have dominated injection methods due to their ease of use, their lower filler content limits durability in high-stress areas. By warming conventional composites—the first attempt at such an approach—the authors achieved restorations with superior mechanical properties as demonstrated in a 70-year-old patient’s worn dentition case. The technique, leveraging digital workflows and strategic matrix design, reduced flash and chair time while delivering predictable aesthetics. For clinicians, this expands options for durable, cost-effective direct restorations in esthetic zones, particularly where flowable materials might fall short. However, the approach requires careful temperature control and larger access holes, adding slight complexity. The results suggest a promising middle ground between strength and simplicity, though long-term studies are needed to validate performance under occlusal loads. For patients, this could mean fewer compromises between affordability, longevity, and natural-looking results. | | | Kudos to you! Merkat H’s review: “I have been going to the College of Dentistry for my dental work for the last 40 years. They are a cherished institution of knowledge and professionalism. They are jewel in Iowa City and the entire state.” | | Events
April 8, Seminars in Dental Research: Hyuk Jae Edward Kwon, hosted by Jun Cao, Galagan B, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
April 11, Preventive and Community Dentistry CE Day, Stanley Museum of Art, All Day, SOLD OUT
April 12, 2025 Donald B. Osbon Memorial Lecture (6 CE credits), Galagan Auditorium, 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., Register by April 1.
April 22, Seminars in Dental Research: Jay Kumar, hosted by Steve Levy, Galagan B, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
April 29, Seminars in Dental Research: Clarissa Souza Gomes da Fontoura, hosted by Aline Petrin, Galagan B, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
May 8-10, IDA Annual Session IDEAS25: Des Moines. Students may attend any sessions and join the President’s Dinner and Dueling Pianos Party for FREE! Info here. Register here.
May 30, IASDA Talent Show, Coralville Center for Performing Arts, 7:00 p.m.
June 6, College of Dentistry Commencement, Hancher Auditorium, 3:00 p.m.
September 19-20, Iowa Mission of Mercy, Coralville, Iowa.
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The Hawkeye Smile banner image shows (L-R) Jeremiah Poppin (D3), Bryce Carroll (D3), Destiny Ho (D3), and Claudia Jun (D1) with Dean Stanford at one of the college's pregame social tailgates. | | | |
