Students

Alex Tabatabai, DDS ’25, did not have a typical start to life—but all of his experiences have informed the person he is today.

Lynn is the only dental student in this year’s program, which also consists of 50 medical students from throughout the United States. 

An international student is spending the semester at the University of Minnesota, expanding her worldview and her understanding of oral health care.

Service is at the core of everything Stanislas Ogokeh, DDS ’26, does. It has informed the way he lives his life, from military service to dental school.

Advanced education programs at the School of Dentistry are combining efforts to create a sense of belonging, community, camaraderie and cohesiveness across specialties.

School of Dentistry learners have reinstated a student group dedicated to scientific discovery.

Fischer was excited to be part of the annual conference and symposium recognizing “the next generation in regeneration,” bringing together the top young investigators in dental materials, biomaterials and bioengineering.

Blair Kreh, DDS ’26, is breaking barriers in his family—and he is hoping to inspire his family and friends along the way.

Community is everything to Cynthia Duta-Llangari, DDS ’24. It has impacted every aspect of her life, from her memories of childhood to her decision to pursue dentistry—and it has informed every step of her way at the University of Minnesota.

The School of Dentistry welcomes 134 new learners to campus this semester in the DDS, Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy programs.