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09/04/2026

An AI-powered virtual patient developed through a University of Rochester collaboration is helping dentists strengthen communication, build trust and better respond to patients’ fears and concerns. Full story:

A University of Rochester collaboration is using an AI-powered virtual patient to help dentists strengthen communication, build trust and better respond to patients' fears and concerns.

09/03/2026

EIOH was awarded a $225,400 grant from the New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities to help close one of the most persistent gaps in healthcare. Read more: https://urmed.info/3UxvjXV

EIOH has secured a $225,400 grant from the New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) to help close one of the most persistent gaps in healthcare.

09/02/2026

Setting the stage for impactful research, Dr. Nisreen Al Jallad and guest lecturer Dr. Todd Jusko shared insights about developing research questions, choosing the best study design, and recruiting participants. A great start to the semester for the Master’s course Practical Skills for Conducting Clinical & Translational Studies in Oral Health.

09/01/2026

EIOH researchers have received a five-year, $3.1 million grant to develop an AI-powered platform designed to transform oral healthcare delivery from a clinic-dependent, treatment-focused model to a prevention-oriented, cost-effective oral healthcare system outside of traditional dental clinics. Read more: https://urmed.info/4gNFr6l

EIOH researchers have received a five-year, $3.1 million grant to develop an artificial intelligence-powered platform designed to transform oral healthcare delivery from a clinic-dependent, treatment-focused model to a prevention-oriented, cost-effectiv...

08/28/2026

A big thank you to the Urban League of Rochester for helping us share about EIOH’s dental assistant training program! Applications are currently open. Learn more: https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/dentistry/employment-opportunities/dental-assistant-training-program

08/26/2026

EIOH’s Dr. Linda Rasubala was proud to share insights on managing medically complex patients in dental emergencies with over 1,000 dental professionals at the 2026 KPPIKG, an international event hosted by Kedokteran Gigi Universitas Indonesia.

08/19/2026

What’s the biggest challenge facing dental education today? Read what Dr. Maricelle Abayon had to say in this spotlight by the American Dental Education Association: https://www.adea.org/for-members/current-members/5-questions-with/dr.-maricelle-abayon

08/14/2026

Sleep, pain, and overall patient well-being are often intricately connected. Thank you to Dr. Davis Thomas, an expert in sleep medicine, for providing valuable insight and knowledge about this important component of Orofacial Pain and it's applications in clinical practice.

08/07/2026

Latija Kimbrough is nacho average staff member, ensuring that every patient feels heard and valued. Congrats on receiving employee of the month in the Periodontics/Prosthodontics department!

08/06/2026

What shapes effective root canal treatment? Dr. Konstantina Tzouma provided invaluable insights into the clinical decision-making process during a presentation with the Seventh District Dental Society of the State of NY.