Tufts Dental Central

Music in Medicine Around the World Coffeehouse - Cancelled
2025-05-21 19:30 - 20:30 UTC | Rachel’s Amphitheater
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED

Come hang out with MiM next Wednesday, 5/21 at 7:30PM in Rachel’s Auditorium, for a relaxed evening filled with cultural vibes and hot coffee! Music in Medicine is bringing together music from around the world—all in one cozy, welcoming space. Whether you’re there to perform, learn something new, or just vibe and connect, this night’s all about celebrating the cultures that make our community so unique! Refreshments will be served. Hope to see you there!

DDSC: A Full Mouth Fixed Implant Rehabilitation
2025-05-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Rachel’s Amphitheater Room 1414
The Digital Dentistry Study Club (DDSC) is excited to announce our second event of the year, a Lunch & Learn with Dr. Robert Conca, prosthodontics resident at Tufts Dental.

Topic: A Full Mouth Fixed Implant Rehabilitation; Digitally Orchestrated
Date: Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
Time: 12:00–1:00 PM
Location: Rachel’s Auditorium
Lunch Provided – Please RSVP HERE!

Dr. Conca will walk through a case study, highlighting the practical applications of digital scanners in prosthodontics. It’s a great chance to gain insight, ask questions, and engage with emerging technology!

Milk and Cookies with OSW
2025-05-22 14:00 - 16:00 | Office of Student Wellness
Join the Office of Student Wellness for some milk and cookies on Thursday, May 22nd from 2-4 PM!

Christian Medical and Dental Association Meeting
2025-06-02 12:00 - 13:00 | Room 773
Christian Medical and Dental Association will be hosting a General Body Meeting on June 2nd during lunch. Please take a look at the attached flyer. Food will be first come, first served! We will be talking a little bit more about the club, going over leaderships transitions and what to expect this coming semester. Hope to see you there!

Join the Groupme if you haven’t already!

Participatory Action Research (PAR) Course
2025-06-02 12:30 - 2025-06-06 16:30 | Zoom
Monday, June 2 – Friday, June 6, 2025, 12:30 to 4:30pm ET via Zoom
This TCRC-supported course offers the chance to explore theories of knowledge creation, learn PAR principles, and workshop their application in small groups. This course is suitable for community partners, faculty, postdocs, graduate students, community org staff, and undergraduates. Register here.

CareQuest Webinar - Dentoalveolar Trauma
2025-06-12 19:00 - 20:00 | Online
Dentoalveolar trauma is common in children and adolescents, but managing it can be complex — requiring prompt, accurate assessment and treatment that considers growth and primary dentition factors.
On Thursday, June 12 from 7–8 p.m. ET, join CareQuest Institute for a webinar that will explore common presentations of dentoalveolar trauma and offer practical treatment takeaways. Our expert panel will discuss key steps to manage trauma cases and discuss Medicaid billing codes to support accurate documentation and reimbursement for patients without a dental home. This webinar is eligible for 1 free CE credit.

NSRG AADOCR: Exploring Dental Specialty and PhD Dual Pathways
2025-06-17 19:00 - 20:30 | Webinar
Please join us for an information and Q&A Webinar session by the International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (IAADOCR/IADR) Headquarters in collaboration with IADR Women in Science Network, to discuss and explore various dental research career paths that are available after dental school. Speakers will be discussing the structure, funding, and key insights into various Dental Specialty and PhD Dual Pathway programs.

Please register using the link below if you are interested!

Registration Link for: Tuesday, June 17, 2025 – 7PM:
Register here

Additional Resources on Dental Specialty and PhD Dual Pathways:
· UCLA Dental Specialty and PhD Program
· University of Michigan – Dental Specialty and PhD Program
· SUNY Buffalo – Clinical Specialty/PhD Program
· UNC Advanced Dental Education
· Harvard – Advanced Graduate Education Programs

Oral Health for All: Advancing Oral Health Equity for LGBTQ+ Patients
2025-06-26 19:00 - 20:00 | Webinar
Webinar on Thursday, June 26 from 7–8 p.m. ET
Join CareQuest Institute, in partnership with Community Catalyst, for a webinar that will explore some of the barriers LGBTQ+ patients face when accessing care — and how oral health providers can help address those barriers. Our experts will share how systemic issues, including policy changes, affect care delivery and access.
They’ll also share practical strategies and tools to help oral health professionals uphold their ethical and professional responsibility to create safe, inclusive, and person-centered environments for patients of all identities and orientations.
Participants can earn 1 ADA CERP credit.

ACDC Summer Picnic
2025-07-12 13:00 - 16:00 | 186 Harrison Ave
ACDC will host its 3rd annual Summer Picnic event on Saturday July 12th. Summer Picnic focuses on heat resilience in and around Chinatown. If you know anyone that would like to volunteer, you can share the information below with them. I have also attached an English and a Chinese flyer to share and post.
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with ACDC! My name is Angela, and I am the project manager for a free multigenerational event called Summer Picnic. Because Chinatown is the hottest neighborhood in the City of Boston, ACDC wanted to host an event that focuses on heat education and most importantly offering the Chinatown community a space to come together and have fun.
Below you can find more information on the event, location, roles and times of volunteers needed:
When: 3rd annual Summer Picnic will be held on Saturday July 12
Where: Tufts Community Commons (186 Harrison Ave. Chinatown).
Roles:

Set up (table, chairs, tents, etc.)

Bilingual volunteers to help interpret at educational tables (Cantonese/Mandarin and English)

Food pick up/hand out (banh mi and icy treats)

“Bouncers”(ensuring that folks stay in queue)

Set up and oversee lawn games
Break down/clean up.

Times: The event is open to the public from 1pm-4pm. There will be 3 time slots for volunteers (signing up for multiple time slots is welcomed). 10am-12:45, 12:45-3pm, 3pm-4:30.
Attendance to a virtual volunteer info session is strongly encouraged.
Tuesday June 24th 12pm-1pm
OR
Wednesday July 9th 5:30pm-6:30pm
If you are interested in volunteering for Summer Picnic, please fill out this Google Form.
What to wear: This is an outdoor event on a grassy area in the summer. Please dress comfortably, wear comfortable sneakers that you don’t mind getting dirty. Sunscreen and a sun hat are recommended.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Angela – angela.soohoo@asiancdc.org

Hands on Perio Workshop
2025-07-16 19:30 - 20:30 | Dental CE Classroom Rm 1415
Are you a D’28 hoping to get a head sneak peek before you step into clinic? A D’27 just starting clinic and looking to build confidence in your Perio skills? Or a D’26 aiming to fine-tune your technique before graduation?
No matter where you are in your dental journey, the Perio Study Club is excited to host a hands-on Perio Workshop led by Dr. Livia Valverde! This is a great opportunity to sharpen your clinical knowledge and elevate the care you provide to your patients.
Date: Wednesday, July 16, 2027
Time: 7:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Tufts Dental CE Classroom 1415
Dr. Valverde will walk through practical Perio protocols and tips to help you feel more prepared and effective in clinic. Open to all classes!
Please use your Tufts e-mail to access the form. Space is limited, so please sign up using the link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqdYUCLHXWXfXNrACANWlfI5X7bRQZli9j0iXc1wb4vZzoSw/viewform
Please see the attached flyer for more details.

OSW Open House for D29s
2025-07-28 12:00 - 14:00 | Office of Student Wellness
ATTN D29s!
The Office of Student Wellness is hosting an open house on Monday, July 28th from 12-2pm.

Women in Leadership Event
2025-08-06 16:30 - 18:45 | Alumni Lounge (15th floor)
The Women of the Class of D2029!
Don’t miss TUSDM’s annual Women in Leadership event on Wednesday, August 6th at 4:30pm in the Alumni Lounge (1514)! It’s a favorite of incoming classes! Hear from inspiring women as they share their leadership experiences and participate in table conversations with D28 female leaders. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about some of the leadership opportunities available at TUSDM while meeting and networking with students!

Testimonials from last year’s event:
This was a really powerful and grounding reminder of who I am and how awesome women are. It’s easy to feel lost in starting dental school, but getting to meet all of these amazing women helped me remind myself why I’m here and that I’m capable and deserving of being here.
The Women in Leadership is a great opportunity to introduce you to the opportunities at Tufts and amazing mentors and resources to guide you to discover who you want to be!
I loved how everyone was very transparent and real. Everyone who spoke was successful in their own ways but shared their realities of struggles and their own paths. It made me remember that it’s ok to be human, and that we can be human and still get to where we want our goals, doing so together.
I liked how each student had their own different journey that had something that everyone in the room could relate to in some way.

OSW Peach and Sunflower Festival
2025-08-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Cider Hill Farm
Join OSW at Cider Hill Farm on August 9th @ 10am – Sign up here!

Wellness Book Club Discussion
2025-08-11 16:15 - 17:30 | Dental CE Classroom Rm 1415
The Wellness Committee is excited to announce THE RETURN of Wellness Book Club for next semester! They will be reading Atomic Habits by James Clear, a book dissecting how small, consistent changes can lead to remarkable results by forming reliable habits, supporting its cores ideas with practical strategies backed by science.
In-person discussion event on August 11th at 4:15 p.m. in CE Room 1415 (Rachel’s Auditorium)
Once again, free books will be given out to those who join early so the first 15 people who sign up will be gifted a copy of the book for free!! They kindly ask that if you do get a free book, you will make the effort to come to the in-person discussion. To sign up, please fill out this form. You can also order the book on Amazon via this link!
Everyone who signed up in time to get a free book will be contacted by this Sunday, June 8th. If you are looking for a great read to pick up during summer this would be a great choice!

E-Learn: Working Across Generational Differences
2025-08-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
August 12th, 2025
12PM EDT
Live Web Event
Link to Catalog – Register

Current dental students, staff, faculty and patients span across multiple generations. Generations are typically characterized by shared values and goals, which shape how individuals engage with society and what their expectations are of their schools, workplaces and health care providers.

ASDA Reps Present: Meet the Reps, ASDA Bingo
2025-08-12 19:00 - 20:00
When: Tuesday, August 12th at 7:00 PM
Location: TBD
What: Come meet your ASDA reps, enjoy some free pizza, win fun prizes, and play a round (or two!) of Bingo! Want to boost your chances of winning? Bring a canned good to donate to a local food bank and receive an extra bingo card! Come see what ASDA is all about!
RSVP: Meet the ASDA Reps BINGO

ASDA Social Media Presents: Headshots
2025-08-13 13:00 - 16:00 | CE Classroom #1415
When: August 13th, 1-4 PM
Location: CE Classroom 1415
What: ADSA Social Media Committee invites you to take a professional headshot. You are welcome to come in either scrubs, business causal, or business attire! These are perfect for LinkedIn and preparing for a job interview/residency!

RSVP: ASDA Headshots

ASDA Wellness presents: “D1 De-stress” Stress Ball Making
2025-08-14 19:00 - 20:00 | Room 773
When: August 14th, 7-8 PM
Location: Room 773
What: Already feeling the pressure of D1? Come take a breather and squeeze the stress away with us! Join ASDA Wellness for a relaxing break where you’ll get to make your own stress ball and chat about ways to handle pre-exam anxiety and stress!
RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/12bCBml2zhlt_-cjcGPEwdb2UF7sciRMaKkQUnS2HmHU/edit

ADEA Scholarships, Awards, Fellowships
2025-08-15 | Online
Deadline to apply: September 15, 2025
Link to Apply Now

ADEA award recipients at the 2025 ADEA Annual Session & Exhibition.

ADEA recognizes achievement and distinction among its members through an awards program.

Explore a variety of opportunities designed to support your academic journey and professional growth. This resource highlights available scholarships, competitive awards, and prestigious fellowships tailored for dental students. Don’t miss your chance to apply and invest in your future!

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Spirit of India Tabling Event - Calling Volunteers!
2025-08-17 16:00 - 20:00 | Columbus Park, Hicks Avenue, Medford, MA
We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join us for a fun community event—Spirit of India—where we’ll be tabling, teaching oral hygiene to kids, and handing out dental goodies to families!

Date: Sunday, August 17th
Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Columbus Park, Hicks Avenue, Medford, MA
(Opposite Shivalaya Temple (407 R Mystic Avenue, Medford, MA)
Why should you volunteer?

It’s a great chance to connect with the local community
You’ll get hands-on experience teaching OHI to children
Bonus: It could be an opportunity to gain future patients from parents attending the event!

If you’re interested in volunteering just sign up here
Let’s spread smiles and make oral health fun together!

Newsletter Presents: Journals & Java
2025-08-18 12:00 - 13:00 | Room 773
When: Monday, August 18th at 12 PM
Location: Room 773
What: Journals & Java
Take a break, grab a cup of coffee, and join us for Journals & Java! Come meet the Newsletter Committee as we sip and reflect, learning about the importance of journaling and other de-stressing techniques to support mental wellness in dental school.
Whether you’re new to journaling or already love it, this is a chance to unwind, connect, and prioritize your well-being ~ one page (and sip) at a time . Sign up using the link below
Free journals for the first 30 attendees! Everyone else is welcome to bring an iPad or something to write with .
RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSceVgoCrXpFWR-oO4ZAsE51uiXKBsWVVPLtKAMtsq6_8K7_nA/viewform?usp=header

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Presents: Salsa and Bachata at The Anchor
2025-08-18 18:00 - 20:00 | 1 Shipyard Park
When: Monday, August 18th at 6 PM
Location: 1 Shipyard Park, Charlestown, MA 02129
What: Join us for a free salsa class hosted by Sabor Latino Boston! This public social event starts with a lesson at 6pm then opens to free dance with partners at 7pm. This will be a great way to meet others in your classes, in ASDA, and around the Tufts Dental community. Don’t forget to join the GroupMe below for coordination closer to the event. See you there!
Join the GroupMe!: https://groupme.com/join_group/109010070/g7bySfdi

ADEA General Interest Meeting
2025-08-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Merritt
General Interest Meeting
Merritt Auditorium
8/21/25
12PM-1PM
SIGN UP HERE!

Curious about the American Dental Education Association (ADEA) and how you can get involved?

Join us for our General Body Interest Meeting to learn more about who we are, our mission, and the exciting events, leadership opportunities, and networking we have planned for the year.

Whether you’re passionate about dental education, eager to serve your community, or simply looking to meet other driven dental students, this is your chance to connect, ask questions, and see how ADEA can continue help shape your dental journey.

Lunch will be provided: First 30 people to sign-up will receive food priority!

OSW Wellness Gathering
2025-08-21 14:30 - 15:30
August 21st at 2:30pm – Stay Tuned for more details!

Pre-Dental Outreach Presents: 3rd Annual Smile Showdown
2025-08-21 19:00 - 20:30 | Rachel’s Amphitheater Room 1414
When: Thursday, August 21st at 7 PM
Location: Rachel’s Ampitheater, Room 1414
What: Think you’ve got what it takes to conquer a high-stakes Kahoot game? Bring your A-game for a night full of friendly competition, prizes, and of course… PIZZA ! Food will be provided for those who RSVP!
RSVP: Link here

OSW Destress Cycle Class at SoWa
2025-08-22 15:30 - 16:30 | SoWa Health + Wellness, 560 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA, 02118, United States
Join the Office of Student Wellness for a Tufts-only cycle class on August 22nd at 3:30 PM! Sign up HERE. Take a well-deserved break and get moving with fellow Jumbo Dana Moskowitz as she leads an energizing 45min ride exclusively for the Tufts community. OSW has reserved the studio just for you—don’t miss it!
Located at SoWa Health + Wellness: 560 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA 02118
(just a couple blocks south of Whole Foods)
Things to note:

You can wear sneakers or cycle shoes – the bikes are compatible to regular shoes, SPD, and delta clips
Bring a water bottle & fill it up at one of our stations, electrolytes included!
Come early to reserve your bike & get set up

Community Outreach: Family Day with ADEA
2025-08-25 09:30 - 15:30 | Renaissance Elementary School
Where: Renaissance Elementary school in JP
When: 8/25/25
What time: 9:30AM – 3:30PM
Link: SIGN UP!

Please join ADEA community outreach committee in Family Day for Renaissance Elementary school in Jamaica Plain!

We will have a table at the event and will provide oral health education, oral hygiene instructions, and hygiene kits to those in attendance.

3rd and 4th year students are encouraged to bring with their business cards!

Advocacy Presents: Welcome to Advocacy
2025-08-25 17:00 - 18:00 | Dental CE Classroom Rm 1415
When: Monday, August 25th at 5PM
Location: Dental CE Classroom 1415
What: Join us for a quick (and fun!) dive into ASDA’s mission as dental advocates, and discover some of the incredible programs Massachusetts offers to help make student life in the heart of Boston a whole lot easier!
RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1SpE3LbXcKBR2gmTUjMi1qhgMh3z0oq_qchpcHhPGVg4/viewform?pli=1&pli=1&edit_requested=true

OSW Yoga & Lunch to go
2025-08-26 12:00 - 13:00
August 26th @ 12pm – Stay tuned for more information about OSW’s yoga & lunch to go event!

AAWD First Meeting
2025-08-26 12:00 - 13:00
The American Association of Women Dentists (AAWD) is back for the new academic year!

Join us on Tuesday, August 26th, for our first meeting in Rachel’s Auditorium from 12 PM – 1PM. Learn all about AAWD and find out how to get involved this year!
