LSU Health School of Dentistry

LSU Health School of Dentistry Official Page Since 1972, 5,000+ dental health professionals have graduated from LSUSD. Our graduation rate is 98.9 percent.
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The Louisiana Health Sciences Center (LSUHSC) School of Dentistry, established in 1968, is a public school and is the only dental school in Louisiana. Its mission is to educate future general dentists, specialists and dental auxiliaries with the skill, knowledge, ethical judgment and experience to provide competent oral health care. From a national perspective, it is unique among the dental school

s in the United States because it offers degrees in dentistry, dental hygiene and dental laboratory technology. By training students in all aspects of dentistry, we offer a level of training that has resulted in the school’s reputation of providing an outstanding clinical education in addition to exemplary accomplishments in research and community service. Today nearly 75 percent of the dental health care providers in our state are graduates. The LSUHSC School of Dentistry’s mission extends beyond education and includes patient care, research and community outreach. Students and residents provide dental care to Louisiana citizens in several locations statewide and participate in a wide range of community outreach efforts to educate citizens about the importance of proper oral health care. The school also includes a specialty center of oral & craniofacial biology, the only collaborative effort in the state focused on oral health research. In addition, the school is a key provider of continuing education to dental professionals statewide. The LSUHSC School of Dentistry is one of the six schools of LSUHSC. For more information, visit www.lsusd.lsuhsc.edu.

Last Friday, the LSUSD Department of Periodontics hosted its annual “Show ’N Tell” program, bringing together residents,...
06/01/2026

Last Friday, the LSUSD Department of Periodontics hosted its annual “Show ’N Tell” program, bringing together residents, faculty, and alumni for a day of clinical learning and innovation.

The event featured nationally recognized speaker Dr. John M. Tsourounakis, an LSUSD‑trained periodontist and implant fellow who maintains a private practice in Winnipeg and serves as a clinical instructor at the University of Manitoba.

Dr. Tsourounakis presented on outcome‑driven implant planning and digital workflows for multi‑implant and full‑arch rehabilitation, emphasizing facially driven diagnostics, reverse‑engineered treatment planning, and guided surgical ex*****on for predictable, long‑term success. The afternoon session included case presentations from third‑year periodontics residents Dr. Daeoo Lee, Dr. Cyrus Mansouri, and Dr. Veronica Xia, along with implant fellow Dr. Emily Dalluge.

Aud C. The orange chairs. IYKYK. This space, and many others around the School, have been part of the LSUSD learning exp...
05/29/2026

Aud C. The orange chairs. IYKYK.

This space, and many others around the School, have been part of the LSUSD learning experience for generations of dental professionals, orange chairs and all!

As LSUSD kicked off a major campus-wide renovation last week, we’re holding on to fond memories while looking forward to a modernized environment that will help us provide an even better quality education to future students. We're so excited—stay tuned as we chart the progress!

See what we’ve been up to this spring at LSUSD! Our latest newsletter is packed with stories of innovative research, val...
05/28/2026

See what we’ve been up to this spring at LSUSD! Our latest newsletter is packed with stories of innovative research, valuable clinical experiences, major achievements, memorable events, and meaningful community partnerships. Catch up on all the progress and celebrate what makes our community so strong at tinyurl.com/yk6wrfrw!

Happy National Smile Month! At LSUSD, every smile tells a story of care, education, and community. From our alumni in pr...
05/22/2026

Happy National Smile Month! At LSUSD, every smile tells a story of care, education, and community. From our alumni in practice, to our students in training, to the patients we serve, we’re proud to be part of every healthy smile.

Following the recent WDSU news feature, LSUSD is proud to announce the winners of this year's Prosthodontics Art Cast Co...
05/20/2026

Following the recent WDSU news feature, LSUSD is proud to announce the winners of this year's Prosthodontics Art Cast Contest. Congratulations to these first-year dental students in Dr. Jorge Palavicini's Principles of Occlusion class!

1st Place: “Cheshire’s Purr-fect Occlusion” by Emily Nguyen, Christina Vu, Brooke Nguyen, Lily Grigely, Radeeya Islam, and Lauren Nguyen.

2nd Place: “Mount Brushmore” by Delaney Thompson, Courtney Homes, Sarah Fibich, and Shannon Klein.

3rd Place: “Love at First Bite” by Cameron Guzaetta, Trey Gregory, and Cameron Basinger.

We also extend thanks to our generous prize sponsors: Louisiana Dental Center, ZimVie, and Nobel Biocare.

This May, LSUSD encourages you to protect your natural smile whenever possible. Saving your own teeth supports comfort, ...
05/18/2026

This May, LSUSD encourages you to protect your natural smile whenever possible. Saving your own teeth supports comfort, alignment, and confidence. With today’s advanced care, treatment is more precise and comfortable, and early care makes a lasting difference.

05/15/2026
Happy World Orthodontic Health Day! Orthodontics is about more than just alignment. It's about improving function and qu...
05/15/2026

Happy World Orthodontic Health Day! Orthodontics is about more than just alignment. It's about improving function and quality of life. Thanks to our orthodontic faculty, residents, and students who provide patient care with expertise, innovation, and heart.

Congratulations to our dentistry, dental hygiene, and dental laboratory technology graduates, recognized at yesterday’s ...
05/14/2026

Congratulations to our dentistry, dental hygiene, and dental laboratory technology graduates, recognized at yesterday’s Pre-Commencement Ceremony and today’s Commencement at the UNO Lakefront Arena! We are incredibly proud of your accomplishments and look forward to the many ways you will shape the future of dentistry in our community and beyond! LSU Health New Orleans

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