NSU CDM Impressions Fall/Winter 2019

2 | COLLEGE OF DENTAL MEDICINE Greetings Friends and Colleagues, I am thrilled to provide my first intro- duction in this issue of Impressions . As the interim dean of NSU’s College of Dental Medicine (CDM), I could not be more honored to serve our college. Many of you have expressed excitement about our future. Together, we are already hard at work on many initiatives—including a comprehensive digital dentistry program, unprecedented growth in our research efforts, a major curriculum realignment, development of a five-year strategic vision, and the empowerment of the student voice in the success of our college. This edition of Impressions shows how the CDM is achieving its continual steep, upward trajectory in research, teaching, and service. Various faculty members representing the diverse talent and commitment that are hallmarks of our college are also highlighted. Their dedication to educating our students, both in the classroom and in our clinics, is unparalleled. Also featured in this edition are our premiere researchers work- ing in the state-of-the-art Center for Collaborative Research. Their groundbreaking bench research is being translated into active clinical practice intended to improve the human condition and make a true difference in patients’ lives. It is my sincere hope that this issue of Impressions will pro- vide you with the opportunity to gain insight into the CDM’s distinguishing characteristics—as well as its growth, pride, and vision. Together, we can shape the future of the College of Dental Medicine. GO SHARKS! Steven I. Kaltman, D.M.D., M.D., FACS Interim Dean and Professor College of Dental Medicine Nova Southeastern University FALL/WINTER 2019 • VOLUME 6, NUMBER 2 Impressions is produced by NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY College of Dental Medicine 3200 South University Drive Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33328-2018 NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY George L. Hanbury II , Ph.D. President and Chief Executive Officer HEALTH PROFESSIONS DIVISION Frederick Lippman , R.Ph., Ed.D. Chancellor, Special Projects Irving Rosenbaum , D.P.A., Ed.D. Vice President for Operations COLLEGE OF DENTAL MEDICINE Steven I. Kaltman , D.M.D., M.D., FACS Interim Dean CDM ALUMNI SOCIETY ADVISORY BOARD Amir Akhavan , 2014; Timothy Case , 2001; Daniel Crossen , 2011; Karen McKenzie , 2007; Ashley Millstein , 2011; Liz Montero , 2011; Michelle Palmer-Español , 2010; Chris Phelps , 2003; Pamela Steiger , 2012 EXECUTIVE EDITOR Scott Colton , B.A., APR HPD Director of Medical Communications and Public Relations MANAGING EDITOR Oline H. Cogdill ART DIRECTOR Susan Tischenkel-Hayward , Associate Director, Office of Publications and Creative Services COVER STORY ILLUSTRATION Hannah G. Kuker , NSU University School Student OFFICE OF PUBLICATIONS AND CREATIVE SERVICES Bernadette Bruce , Director Sheryl Koral , University Editor Carol Reynolds-Srot , Associate Editor/Copywriter Roberta Harris-McCafferty , Production Manager Impressions welcomes your letters, comments, and suggestions. Send them to Rosalie Marin at rosalie.marin@nova.ed u. Impressions Message from the Interim Dean