As Pitt Dental Medicine works toward our mission of improving oral health through our teaching, research, and service, I am pleased to announce four new directors whose innovative work is aimed at harnessing the advantages of technology and efficiency.
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Give Kids A Smile Days 2023
The Pitt Dental Medicine annual Give Kids a Smile (GKAS) days took place this year in our Department of Pediatric Dentistry on February 24 and 27, and March 16, 24 and 28. GKAS days provide uninsured children with necessary, dental care such as examinations, prophylaxes, fluoride varnish applications, radiographs, and sealants at no cost. This is our 21st year being part of the Give Kids a Smile Day program. Initiated by former Dean Braun and Dr.
Welcoming Dr. Helen E. Giannakopoulos to our Pitt Dental Medicine Family
Beginning July 1, 2023, Dr. Helen Giannakopoulos will serve as the Chair of the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMS) at the University of Pittsburgh, School of Dental Medicine. A Chicago-native, Dr.