The School of Dentistry’s Cleft and Craniofacial Clinic received designation as a 2025 Clinical Training Site of Excellence from the Office of Academic Clinical Affairs (OACA).
For Sophie Chweya, DDS ’26, stepping into NorthPoint Health and Wellness Center wasn’t just a step toward completing curriculum requirements. It was a full-circle moment that reminded her why she’s here—and how far she’s come.
A recent publication in the Journal of Cleft Lip Palate and Craniofacial Anomalies highlights interdisciplinary work from School of Dentistry providers working to enhance the patient experience with digital workflows.
The University of Minnesota School of Dentistry’s Cleft and Craniofacial Clinic was well represented at this year’s American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association Annual Meeting in Boston, with members of the clinic contributing through national leadership, presentations and scholarly work.
Under the leadership of Rachel Uppgaard, DDS, tenure-track associate professor of oral and maxillofacial surgery, two clinics are working to fill the gap left by the sudden closure of Hope Dental Clinic last year.
Established by the American Dental Association in 2003, Give Kids a Smile is a national event that provides free dental care to children and helps them to find a dental home.
The University of Minnesota Pediatric Dental Clinic, Made Possible by Delta Dental of Minnesota, recently took the time to celebrate a milestone highlighting its longevity and its commitment to care.
Two fourth-year dental students have revived a once-thriving volunteer dental service project, building a team of students and faculty who contribute two Mondays or Thursdays a month for “dental specialty nights”.
