College of Dentistry News

The first and only pediatric dentistry residency program and associated clinic in the state recently celebrated one year of serving Oklahoma’s children. The University of Oklahoma Pediatric Dentistry Residency Clinic, located in Oklahoma Children’s Hospital OU Health, serves the dental health care needs of hospital patients as well as outpatient clients, offering full dental services to pediatric patients from infancy through adolescence.

On July 18, the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences welcomed incoming students from the Colleges of Medicine and Dentistry during a pair of White Coat Ceremonies, celebrating the beginning of their journeys into education and service.

Tim Fagan, D.D.S., MS, a clinical professor, chair of the Department of Developmental Sciences and head of the Division of Pediatric Dentistry at the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry, has been honored as the Ronald A. Bell Mentor of the Year. The award is from the College of Diplomates of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.

OU College of Dentistry’s Dr. Paul Tiwana is helping lead national efforts in cleft and craniofacial care as the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery recognizes National Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness and Prevention Month this July.

The latest advancement in laser technology has arrived at the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry clinics, offering patients the most modern option for pain relief, bleeding control, bacteria removal and more.