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A new path to dental care for cancer patients

A collaboration between Penn Medicine and Penn’s School of Dental Medicine, pioneered by oncology nurses Margaret “Peg” Rummel and Jen Jacobs, helps cancer patients get the dental care they need in order to be cleared to start radiation.

Mark Wolff reappointed dean of the Penn School of Dental Medicine

Wolff’s reappointment follows a comprehensive review of the major accomplishments of his first term as dean, including new mission and vision statement for the School, new programs and interdisciplinary centers, and advancing an inclusive learning environment.

Six health myths about oils

Dean Mark Wolff of the School of Dental Medicine says that oil pulling won’t cause harm but has never reversed periodontitis or gingivitis.

A trio of stone grotesques on the exterior of a building.

What’s That? The grotesques on the Evans Building

The kooky figures that perch above passersby along 40th Street.

Swish, spit, repeat: Is oil pulling good for your teeth?

Mark S. Wolff of the School of Dental Medicine says that oil pulling should never be a substitute for brushing or flossing one’s teeth.

The five best water flossers (for people who hate flossing)

Dean Mark Wolff of the School of Dental Medicine explains which features are most helpful for a good water flosser.

Hajishengallis, an expert in the immune mechanisms behind the gum disease periodontitis

New insights on cellular clones and inflammation in bones

Research led by George Hajishengallis of Penn Dental sheds light on an aging-related condition that drives inflammation in older populations.

Penn Dental Medicine graduates mark milestone

This year, Penn’s School of Dental Medicine will confer 181 Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry degrees.

Should you try oil pulling to boost your oral health? Dentists explain benefits and side effects

Dean Mark Wolff of the School of Dental Medicine says there aren’t enough robust, large-scale clinical studies or trials demonstrating the supposed benefits of oil pulling.

Do you have a ‘scalloped tongue’? We've got important news for your health

Neeraj Panchal of Penn Medicine and the School of Dental Medicine says that a scalloped tongue has indentation on its sides caused by the tongue persistently pressing against the teeth.

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