Expanding our research capabilities was the primary thrust of the merger and reorganization of academic dentistry in 1997.

Over the past two years, we have focused on recruiting faculty in both basic and translational science and this effort has been successful.

Dentistry’s research focuses on oral infectious diseases, salivary gland biology, craniofacial development, and community-based disease prevention.

The Center for Oral Biology (COB) focuses on basic science research and is located in the Aab Institute of Biomedical Sciences.

The Eastman Department of Dentistry (EDD) focuses on translational, clinical, and community dentistry research. The laboratories are located at the Eastman Dental Center site and in the community.

Researchers at COB and the Department of Dentistry have built a close working relationship, which has benefited both our research efforts and the educational programs for our residents and students.