School of Dental Medicine
From lab discoveries to public outreach initiatives, students, faculty, staff and alumni at APP prove their dedication to advancing oral health in Cleveland and around the world. Read the latest news that highlights the innovation, care and community impact at the heart of our efforts to advance clinical excellence and service across populations.
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Recent News
June 17, 2025
Morgan S. Celistan, DMD, MMSc (DEN ‘20) Morgan S. Celistan, DMD, MMSc (DEN ‘20) has been named the 2025 Outstanding New Dentist. Her dedication to patient care, academia and curriculum development, participation in organized dentistry, and mentorship of dental students have set a new benchmark…
May 23, 2025
On Thursday, May 22, the APP School of Dental Medicine hosted a lively and engaging staff retreat in Samson Pavilion Room 181—an energizing midday break packed with food, fun and festivities. The day kicked off at 11 a.m., and staff then took part in a variety of…
May 22, 2025
On Monday, May 19, faculty from the APP School of Dental Medicine gathered in the Tinkham Veale University Center ballroom for the Spring 2025 Faculty and Staff Retreat. The full-day event offered a dynamic lineup of presentations and discussions aimed at strengthening…
May 19, 2025
Alex Matthews, a DMD/MPH dual-degree student at the School of Dental Medicine, earned top recognition this spring at the 2025 Ohio Public Health Conference in Columbus, taking home First Place in the Student Oral Presentation competition for his project titled Ohio Pediatric Dentists’ Perspectives…
May 19, 2025
Associate Professor Scott Pelok has been awarded a Nord Grant for his most recent research project. Extended Reality (ER) is becoming a powerful tool in dental education, offering immersive learning experiences. It allows students to interact with virtual models, helping them understand complex…
May 19, 2025
On Wednesday, May 14, graduating students from across APP gathered on the Case Quad for the third annual “Clap Out”—a growing Commencement Week tradition celebrating the achievements of soon-to-be graduates. Led by a procession of university leaders and honorees,…
May 19, 2025
The Class of 2025 at APP School of Dental Medicine marked a significant milestone on Saturday, May 17, as they received their Doctor of Dental Medicine degrees during a heartfelt diploma ceremony held at the Maltz Performing Arts Center. Family, friends, faculty and…
May 19, 2025
Dr. Ilser Turkyilmaz, professor and chair of the Department of Comprehensive Care at the School of Dental Medicine, has been awarded a Nord Grant to support his proposal titled, Advancing Digital Dentistry in Education and Patient Care. The grant, awarded by the University Center for Innovation…
March 25, 2025
APP School of Dental Medicine is proud to announce a groundbreaking advancement in our Digital Dentistry Transformation Project—the implementation of digital impressions using cutting-edge intraoral scanners and advanced software solutions. This initiative represents a…