2023 Foundation for Endodontics & Cornerstone Dental Specialties Resident Research Grants
2022 Domestic Access to Care Impact
2 projects funded
374 procedures conducted
$ 22,871 spent
141 patients served
141 volunteer hours
The Foundation for Endodontics is grateful for the support of Cornerstone Dental Specialties who graciously supported each one of the 161 Resident Research Grants funded in 2023. One hundred and twenty-six of these grants were for first time recipients, and 35 were for residents who spent their first on research specific expenses (allowing them to apply for a second $500 grant). This storied program provides funding to every resident at accredited endodontic post- graduate program to fund activities related to research or education. In 2023, residents applied their award funding in a unique variety of ways: • Laboratory supplies • Travel to present research • Software • Equipment lease • Board review course • Confocal training and usage • Laser tips • Genomic center services • Statistical services
The Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry at the University of Southern California (USC) received a grant to partner with the Union Rescue Mission (URM) Dental Clinic in providing free dental care to Los Angeles’ homeless population in the Skid Row district. Dr. Yaara Berdan leads USC residents in performing root canals onsite, ensuring more patients receive the endodontic treatment they need as part of comprehensive rehabilitative services.
The endodontic and pediatric residents at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry (UMSOD) collaborated to provide cross-disciplinary dental care to children of undocumented migrants. Dr. Ina Griffin is overseeing the development of UMSOD’s pediatric-focused clinical and academic curriculum, resulting in graduates who are confident in their ability to treat children and adolescents.
“ The patients at Union Rescue Mission are unhoused individuals working towards improving their future. It is clear from our interactions with these patients that we are restoring not just teeth, but their dignity and self-confidence. The care we are able to provide, thanks to the generosity of the Foundation for Endodontics, is instrumental in allowing these individuals to become employed and to achieve a more promising future. ” Dr. Yaara Berdan Co-Chair, Department of Endodontics and Periodontics Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry
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