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Faculty

A Passion for Teaching and Healing

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Research

Herbal Mouthwash Targets Gum Germs While Letting Helpful Bacteria Flourish

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Staff

Celebrating Years of Dedication

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Alumni

A Way Back to RSDM

Community

Newark High Schoolers Get Exposure to Dentistry

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Faculty

Fenesy Awarded EJI Excellence in Medicine Award as the First DMD

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Ditch the opioids: New Rutgers study shows over-the-counter pain meds may be more effective for post–wisdom teeth extraction

WHYY PBS

Fluoride in the water: An added benefit, not a harmful one

The Hill

How to take good care of your teeth as you age

The Washington Post

How to Keep Your Teeth Strong

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