Our Mission

Advancing global and community oral health through innovation and collaboration.

Our Vision

At our research center for global and community oral health, we are dedicated to transforming the landscape of oral health care worldwide. Through interdisciplinary collaboration and innovative approaches, we investigate oral health disparities, emerging oral health challenges and sustainable interventions. We will build capacity in oral health providers through education, empowering individuals with knowledge and fostering sustainable solutions for both local and global circumstances. We strive to inspire communities and healthcare professionals to achieve viable improvements in oral health on a global scale. We partner with community organizations both locally and globally.

Researcher Spotlight

Peter Loomer, DDS, PhD, MBA

Peter Loomer, DDS, PhD, MBA

Director of the Center for Global and Community Oral Health, Dean and Professor of the School of Dentistry

Suman Challa, BDS, MSPH

Suman Challa, BDS, MSPH

Associate Dean for Advanced Education Programs and Strategic Initiatives, Interim Chair of the Department of Developmental Dentistry

Juanita Lozano-Pineda, DDS, MPH

Juanita Lozano-Pineda, DDS, MPH

Associate Dean for External Affairs Director, Director of the Hispanic Center of Excellence (HCOE)

Yvonne Buischi, DDS, PhD

Yvonne Buischi, DDS, PhD

Research Professor