• Our Alumni are Leaders in Dentistry

    In recent years, collegiate alumni or former faculty have included one university president, five Big Ten dental deans, three ADA trustees, three ADEA presidents,  and an IADR president. In addition, over 80% of Iowa Dental Association presidents are our alumni.

  • Dedicated to Serving Iowa

    Nearly 80% of Iowa's dentists are alumni of the University of Iowa College of Dentistry delivering over $800 million in oral health care services to Iowans annually. An estimated 99% of Iowans are within a 30-minute drive of a practicing University of Iowa alumnus.

  • Have a Legacy of Giving Back

    Of all the professional schools at Iowa, dental alumni love and support our university and our college. Help us pass on that legacy to future generations. 

Alumni News

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2025 AADOCR Research Day Photo Gallery

Monday, February 17, 2025
The College of Dentistry hosted the 72nd Annual meeting of the Iowa Section of the American Assocation for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research on Tuesday, February 11. The day featured faculty presentations and student oral and poster presentations around the Dental Science Building.
A dental student points out two sections of her poster during a presentation on Feb. 11, 2025.

College of Dentistry highlights, celebrates student researchers during AADOCR Research Day

Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Following a day of speakers, posters, and presentations inside the Dental Science Building for the 72nd annual meeting of the Iowa Section of the American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research, students were recognized during the awards banquet at the Courtyard Marriott in University Heights.
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Ornament contest sparks creativity at the College of Dentistry

Thursday, December 19, 2024
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5 ways the UI College of Dentistry is advancing digital dentistry

Wednesday, December 18, 2024
The College of Dentistry appointed Assistant Professor of Prosthodontics Dr. Salah Abuhammoud Director of Digital Clinics to spearhead the college's implementation of more digital technologies and workflows that will enhance our operations, elevate our education, and improve patient outcomes. Here are five ways he is making an impact.
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Becoming the business savvy DDS

Monday, December 16, 2024
By Jack Rossi
1987 graduate Brian James understands the challenges recent dental graduates face and has taken it upon himself to try and help those graduates create a stable practice.
Dr. Trishul Allareddy

AI and the Ethical Smile

Monday, December 16, 2024
By Jack Rossi
Dr. Allareddy is working at the national level to implement the ethical use of AI in dentistry
Members of the Class of 1974 cheer as their graduation year is called upon during the 2024 Alumni Reception at The Graduate Hotel on Sept. 13, 2024

College of Dentistry honors 3 alumni during reunion weekend

Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Lisa Holst, Kecia Leary, and Zach Kouri were honored during the college's annual alumni weekend.
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UI alum shifts from private practice to humanitarian service

Monday, September 16, 2024
Karen Besler ('00 DDS) realized the was something else calling to her outside of her Cedar Rapids dental practice.
Drs. Walton, Caplan, and Shin along with friend Kenneth Wall and Kurt Roghan take a picture in Burlington after completing RAGBRAI.

Iowa Dentistry takes on RAGBRAI 2024

Tuesday, August 6, 2024
Several members of the UI College of Dentistry participated in RAGBRAI 2024. Check out photos from their ride.
Graduates gathered in Hancher Auditorium for pictures and food following the 2024 Commencement Ceremony.

Photo Gallery: College of Dentistry celebrates 2024 commencement

Wednesday, June 12, 2024
The University of Iowa College of Dentistry celebrated dental students, graduate students, and residents at its 2024 commencement ceremony in Hancher Auditorium on May 31. Check out these photos from the ceremony.

Alumni Events

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2025 College of Dentistry Alumni Reunion

Friday, September 12 to Saturday, September 13, 2025 (all day)
The Graduate, Iowa City
REGISTER FOR THE REUNION HEREHotel ReservationsRoom are filling up quickly. We urge you to make your hotel reservation as early as possible as the demand for rooms are very high on football gameday weekends in downtown Iowa City.Element Iowa City (Reservation cutoff: Aug. 1, 2025)BOOK ONLINEOR call 319-248-7900For more hotel options, visit: dentistry.uiowa.edu/lodgingPreliminary Schedule of Events (subject to change):Friday, Sept. 12 - Morning CE and Tour8:30 a.m.     Registration – Galagan...
2025 College of Dentistry Alumni Reunion promotional image

2025 College of Dentistry Alumni Reunion

Saturday, September 13, 2025 (all day)
The Graduate, Iowa City
REGISTER FOR THE REUNION HEREHotel ReservationsRoom are filling up quickly. We urge you to make your hotel reservation as early as possible as the demand for rooms are very high on football gameday weekends in downtown Iowa City.Element Iowa City (Reservation cutoff: Aug. 1, 2025)BOOK ONLINEOR call 319-248-7900For more hotel options, visit: dentistry.uiowa.edu/lodgingPreliminary Schedule of Events (subject to change):Friday, Sept. 12 - Morning CE and Tour8:30 a.m.     Registration – Galagan...
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