The Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University

The Department of Endodontics hosted a warm and welcoming dinner for its alumni in Los Angeles. Held alongside the American Association of Endodontists' annual meeting, the event brought graduates together for an evening of lively conversation and delicious Mexican food. In a spirit of camaraderie and gratitude, the evening was a chance for alumni to reconnect and reminisce. The department expressed its appreciation for the ongoing support of its graduates, who continue to build upon the educational foundation they received. This friendly and affordable gathering highlighted the Department of Endodontics' commitment to fostering strong, lasting relationships with its alumni community. #Dentistry #DentalSchool #AlumniSuccess #Conferences #Presentations #FacultySuccess #Endodontics #JaguarNation #LikeNoOther

Dr. Ali Azadi (photo right), Dr. Rachel Donnelly (middle) and Dr. Joshua Jernigan (left), rising third year residents in the Advanced Dental Education in Orthodontics program at Augusta University, all passed Part I of the The American Board of Orthodontics exam in April to complete the first step in becoming a board-certified orthodontist. Read more here: https://ow.ly/uk6L50Sjx5B #Dentistry #DentalSchool #Orthodontics #HigherEducation #Residency #JaguarNation #LikeNoOther

Dr. Sarah Baker (photo left) and Dr. Vanessa Villalobos, recent graduates from the Advanced Dental Education in Prosthodontics residency program Augusta University, both passed their Part A written exam for the American Board of Prosthodontics (ABP), and are one step closer to achieving board-certification in their field. A practitioner who achieves board certification has demonstrated the highest level of proficiency and understanding in their field. They help to set and to maintain the professional standards of care for excellence in prosthodontics. Congratulations to our prosthodontics residency alumni! #Dentistry #DentalSchool #Prosthodontics #Residency #HigherEducation #JaguarNation #LikeNoOther

Franklin Dental & Braces recently participated in their ninth annual Sharing Smiles Day. The practice features several Augusta University graduates, including Dr. Robert Miles Bell (DMD, 2014), Dr. Jessica George (DMD, 2019; photo left), Dr. Tenecia Hall (DMD, 2015), Dr. Dale Mayfield (DMD, 1998), Dr. Raymond McLagan (Orthodontic Residency, 2021), Dr. Alexander Pikus (DMD, 2006) and Dr. Jenae Smith (DMD, 2022). Read more here: https://ow.ly/g3pv50Sjx4i #Dentistry #DentalSchool #CommunityOutreach #AlumniPride #JaguarNation #LikeNoOther

Dr. Marielena Layuno-Matos, Dr. Raymond McLagan and Dr. Jonathan Wells, recent alumni of the Advanced Dental Education in Orthodontics residency program at Augusta University, all passed Part II of the The American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) exam to become board-certified orthodontists. A practitioner who achieves board certification has demonstrated the highest level of proficiency and understanding in their field. They help to set and to maintain the professional standards of care for excellence in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics. The mission of the ABO is to elevate the quality of orthodontic care for the public by promoting excellence through certification, education and professional collaboration. Congratulations to our residency alumni! We are very proud of you! #Dentistry #Orthodontics #DentalSchool #Residency #HigherEducation #JaguarNation #LikeNoOther

Dr. Catherine Jauregui, Assistant Professor in the Department of Oral Biology & Diagnostic Sciences at Augusta University, was recently honored by the AU Office of the Provost as a Provost Learning Scholar. Click here to read more: https://ow.ly/y6hu50Sjx08 #Dentistry #DentalScholar #HigherEducation #OralBiology #ScholarlyWork #FacultySuccess #JaguarNation #LikeNoOther

Dr. Brian Bergeron, Professor of Endodontics and Endodontics Residency Program Director at Augusta University was recently elected to the American Association of Endodontists (AAE) Board of Directors. The AAE promotes the pursuit of education, research and leadership in the professional advancement of endodontics, both in the U.S. and around the world. Click here to read more: https://ow.ly/3fII50SjwX1. #Dentistry #DentalSchool #HigherEducation #FacultySuccess #JaguarNation #LikeNoOther

Dr. Allison Buchanan (DMD, 2005), Professor and Associate Chair in the Department of Department of Oral Biology and Diagnostic Sciences at Augusta University, was honored with The DCG’s Outstanding Faculty Award. Buchanan was selected by her dental faculty colleagues to receive the award at the AU Spring Celebration of Faculty Event. Her selection was the culmination of a month-long process of nominations from students, residents and faculty and a week-long voting opportunity by DCG faculty to choose one from among the four strong candidates. Click here to read more: https://ow.ly/orrx50SjwNg #Dentistry #DentalSchool #HigherEducation #FacultySuccess #JaguarNation #LikeNoOther

Dr. Jimmy Londono, Professor in the Department of Restorative Sciences at Augusta University, has been appointed Program Director for the Advanced Dental Education Program in Prosthodontics at The DCG. Londono previously served as Interim Program Director. Click here to read about his plans for the department: https://ow.ly/ZVIk50SjwCY #Dentistry #DentalSchool #HigherEducation #FacultySuccess #RestorativeSciences #JaguarNation #LikeNoOther

In recognition of Juneteenth, The Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University celebrates freedom with the goal of providing culturally competent care and fostering belonging for our patients, students and staff. #Juneteenth #DentalCareForAll #Dentistry #DentalSchool #JaguarNation #LikeNoOther