Transforming dental education
Prompted by the global pandemic, Dr. HsingChi von Bergmann’s current research focuses on how instructors should use multimedia, digital technology and AI to teach dental students.
Shaping the future of oral cancer diagnosis and care
After 10 years of working as a dentist, Dr. Catherine Poh was ready for a new challenge. She enrolled in UBC Dentistry’s PhD program and became passionate about oral cancer research.
Unlocking the secrets of wound healing
When Dr. Lari Häkkinen was first working as a dentist, he noticed something intriguing—oral wounds seemed to heal much quicker than wounds in other parts of the body. With a passion for cell biology, Dr. Häkkinen decided to dedicate his career to studying wound healing.
Celebrating UBC Dentistry Fall Awards and Achievements
The UBC Dentistry Fall Awards celebrate outstanding student and faculty achievements and recognize the Faculty’s commitment to excellence in dental education.
Welcome to the DHDP Class of 2028
On Sept. 3, the Dental Hygiene Degree Program (DHDP) welcomed 26 new entry-to-practice students and 33 students entering the degree-completion program.
Welcome to the DMD Class of 2028
On August 28, UBC Faculty of Dentistry welcomed 64 new Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) students as they journey to become BC’s next generation of oral health care professionals.
2024 ACFD National Dental Teaching Award
Congratulations to Dr. Ahmed Hieawy, who has been honoured with the 2024 Association of Canadian Faculties of Dentistry (ACDF) National Dental Teaching Award for his extraordinary contributions to dental education.
UBC Dentistry S. Wah Leung Endowment Fund Recipients
The S. Wah Leung Endowment Fund honours Dr. Leung’s lifelong commitment to excellence in teaching, research and patient care in the oral health sciences.
Dr. Randa Soussou Set to Join UBC Dentistry on July 1
On July 1, UBC Dentistry welcomes Randa Soussou, MSc Dip Pediatric Dentistry 2018, as Assistant Professor in the Department of Oral Health Sciences. Dr. Soussou also holds the Professorship in Pediatric Dentistry.
Dr. Bingshuang Zou Receives the 2024 ACFD W.W. Wood Award
Congratulations to Dr. Bingshuang Zou, who has been selected as the recipient of the W.W. Wood Award for excellence in dental education at the UBC Faculty of Dentistry for 2024.