We are excited to welcome our incoming and returning students under the renewed leadership of Interim Dean Laura Tam. Dean Tam’s appointment has been extended until June 30, 2025, and we are thrilled to start a new academic year!
We have been busy engaging the Class of 2028 with a memorable Orientation Week ensuring this class is well-prepared for their first year at U of T Dentistry and the new D.S.S. President, Emma, shares her hopes for what the new school year will bring for the entire student body.
Additionally, we celebrate the accomplishments of some of our latest grads and notable alumni and feature a special alumnus who has served the school for more than 60 years.
Read all about the alumni events that have taken place since the spring and preview our 150th anniversary celebrations happening in 2025. Be sure to check out the “Save the Dates” for a special Great Alumni Event and a Faculty-wide Open House next May. As well, September 30th marks National Truth and Reconciliation Day, and U of T has inclusive activities planned for alumni and the wider community that are listed below.
We hope you engage in one of the many alumni offerings and enjoy reading this edition’s stories that celebrate our community and position us for a fantastic school year ahead.
Emma Grace Wilson shares her journey from discovering her passion for dentistry to leading the DSS at U of T. In this interview, she discusses her goals for the student community, plans for the upcoming year, and how alumni can support the next generation of dental professionals. Don’t miss this insight into a future leader in dentistry.
Get to know three recent DDS grads whose compassionate approach to dentistry has set them apart. From baking cookies to foster connections, guiding patients through meditation to ease their fears, to staying calm under pressure, these new dentists are proving that building trust and empathy is just as important as clinical skill.
Discover how Dr. Kenneth Montague (DDS 1987), dentist and celebrated art collector, is changing narratives and creating opportunities for underrepresented communities, earning him the 2024 Carl Mitchell Community Impact Award.
The connections made at the Faculty of Dentistry withstand the test of time and distance. From China to Kuwait, two dentistry alumni have committed to supporting the Faculty from across the globe. Learn more about how dentistry alumni around the world are supporting the Faculty.
David Cowan, DDS 6T2, never expected his part-time teaching role to turn into a 62-year journey at U of T Dentistry. Reflecting on decades of educational shifts and technological advances, Cowan shares his unique perspective and passion for shaping future dentists in this alumni feature.
On June 1, 2024, U of T Dentistry celebrated alumni who graduated in 1974 or earlier with a Summer Alumni Brunch. We welcomed many alumni to walk the halls and reconnect. Another testament to the strong bonds that build the foundation of the U of T Dentistry alumni community.
The Faculty of Dentistry Alumni of Influence Award recognizes our diverse alumni and the exceptional ways in which they serve patients, our school, and our communities. Share your story or that of other great alumni! We invite you to complete the nomination form by November 10, 2024 and join us in celebrating our Dentistry Influencers in Spring 2025.
As a member of our alumni community, your voice is important to us. Our annual Alumni Survey is ready for your feedback to help the Alumni Office to create programming that is tailored to you. We invite you to take 5-10 minutes to complete the survey and share your feedback.
We are delighted to continue the tradition of celebrating milestone reunions this year. If you or one of your classmates from years in XT5 or XT0 is planning your class reunion, please get in touch with our office to learn more about the many ways that we can support you in this process.
Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland visited U of T's Faculty of Dentistry to highlight the expanded Canadian Dental Care Plan, now covering children and persons with disabilities. Learn how this initiative is revolutionizing access to dental care for vulnerable Canadians.
On July 18, 98 high school students got a glimpse into dental school life at U of T Dentistry. Discover how the Summer Mentorship Program is igniting passion for health sciences and inspiring future dental professionals.
The Faculty offered students this opportunity through Sovereign Dental in Thunder Bay as part of the Dental Outreach Community Services course. Learn more about two DDS4 students who recently participated in a week-long trip to provide affordable dental care to the surrounding communities.
Every September, the U of T Mississauga Indigenous Centre brings communities together for the full powwow experience. Come celebrate Indigenous culture through traditional singing and dancing and the sharing of Indigenous knowledge. Mark your calendars now.
The Faculty is celebrating 150 years of dental education in 2025. Join us!
March 6, 2025: Vancouver Alumni and Friends Cocktail Reception
Whether you live on the west coast or you’re in town for the Pacific Dental Conference, we hope to see you. Please join the dean and fellow classmates at this fun reception focused on reconnecting. Please note that you do not have to be attending the PDC to participate in this event - all alumni are welcome.
May 9, 2025: The Great Alumni Event
The Great Alumni Event provides the perfect opportunity for all U of T Dentistry alumni to gather and celebrate the unique camaraderie created by years of intense study and clinical training. This year, you’re invited to celebrate a special 150th edition event!
May 10, 2025: Faculty Open House
As part of the Faculty’s 150th anniversary celebrations, we are excited to invite all alumni and their families to a special Open House on Saturday, May 10th, 2025. Join us at 124 Edward Street and 777 Bay Street. Explore the school and the satellite clinic. The event will feature 'decade rooms' with photo and artifact displays, guided tours of research and clinical specialty areas, a keynote lecture, and more. Come reconnect and celebrate our rich history and bright future!
Join DDS 0T8 alum Dr. Sean Robertson in this recorded webinar as he shares key strategies for managing stress and making effective decisions in dental practice. Benefit from his expertise to improve efficiency, balance clinical and business demands, and create a positive work environment.
Oral health is integral to overall health. According to the World Health Organization, oral diseases affect some 3.5 billion people worldwide, with untreated tooth decay the most common health condition. In this recorded lecture, Sonica Singhal, U of T Dentistry’s Graduate Program Director of Dental Public Health, will discuss strategies to address this burden.
Use the link below to complete an anonymous 4-minute survey seeking to understand how dentists and dental hygienists engage with patients experiencing dental anxiety. All participants will be entered for a chance to win a $100 gift card.
Doing single crowns should be part of the bread-and-butter dentistry for general dentists. Dr. Leung will discuss considerations for tooth preparation, temporization, moisture control, final impressions and cementation strategies.
This course will provide the general practitioner with the confidence to be able to select when primary teeth require pulp therapy and/or a stainless-steel crown and be able to provide this service.
We want to hear from you! Inspire your community. Share your stories, photos, updates, publications, accomplishments, or exciting news at
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