Karen Besler ('00 DDS) realized the was something else calling to her outside of her Cedar Rapids dental practice.

Angela Garvey has joined the University of Iowa Orthodontics Department as the primary administrator, bringing her expertise in administration and patient support to the team. She is excited about managing daily operations and is enjoying the collaborative atmosphere, while her active lifestyle and background in both healthcare and beauty add a unique perspective to her role.

Congratulations, Class of 2024 on your graduation! Your dedication and hard work in orthodontics have paid off, and you are now ready to make a significant impact for people in your communities. We wish you continued success as you embark on this exciting new chapter in your career!

Drs. Lea Sarment and Melissa Morawski (Class of 2023) successfully passed the ABO clinical exam and became diplomates of the American Board of Orthodontics (ABO). Congratulations and we are so proud of your accomplishment!

Meet our excellent Class of 2026 residents!

Congratulate Holly Ehlts on her promotion to Senior Dental Assistant after almost 2 years in the Orthodontic Department at the University of Iowa.

Meet Dr. Aline Petrin, an esteemed member of the orthodontics faculty at the University of Iowa. Renowned for her dedication to genetics research and her commitment to mentoring the next generation of scientists, Dr. Petrin is a vital part of our clinic's academic and research community.

Dr. Anvita Maharishi, assistant professor of Family Dentistry at the University of Iowa, has been awarded a $10,000 grant from the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry (AAED) to support her research project on chairside graded zirconia materials.

The UI College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics held it’s annual All-College Conference on Aug. 19 in Galagan Auditorium. The event symbolically kicked off the 2024-25 academic year for the college.