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Faculty of Dentistry

UGM Participates in Education Exhibition in Qatar

Friday, 31 May 2024

Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) participated in the 1st Indonesian Education Expo in Qatar, organized by the Indonesian Embassy in Doha on May 11-12, 2024, at the Rotana Hotel, City Center, Doha, Qatar. Alongside UGM, other Indonesian public and private universities, including Universitas Indonesia, Universitas Airlangga, Universitas Padjadjaran, Universitas Diponegoro, Universitas Sumatera Utara, Institut Teknologi Bandung, […].

Faculty Corner, Graduation, News Report

Youngest and Fastest: Aulia Ayub Graduates UGM Orthodontics Program at 27

Thursday, 2 May 2024

Something noteworthy occurred during UGM’s postgraduate graduation ceremony on Wednesday (April 24) at Grha Sabha Pramana. One of the graduates, Aulia Ayub, was recognized as the youngest graduate in the dentistry specialty program and earned the title of orthodontist from the UGM Faculty of Dentistry, graduating at 27 years, six months, and nine days. In […].

Faculty Corner, News Report

From Filling Teeth to Shaping Leaders: A Look at UGM Faculty of Dentistry’s Excellence in Education

Friday, 19 April 2024

Are you dreaming of a career as a dentist? If so, start your dream by enrolling in the undergraduate Dentistry program at the UGM Faculty of Dentistry (FKG UGM).

Faculty Corner, News Report

UGM Dentistry Faculty Celebrates 76th Anniversary

Friday, 8 March 2024

The UGM Faculty of Dentistry is marking its 76th anniversary this year.

Faculty Corner, Inauguration of Professor, News Report

From Cavity Fillings to Bioactive Wonders: Professor Siti Sunarintyas Charts Evolution of Composite Resin

Tuesday, 9 January 2024

The world of dental restoration treatments boasts diverse materials, and the widely embraced composite resin stands prominently among them. This material is favored for its exceptional aesthetic appeal, direct restorative capabilities, and impressive mechanical, physical, and biocompatible properties.

Faculty Corner, Inauguration of Professor, News Report

Professor Suryono of UGM Calls for Microbiome-Centric Approach to Oral Health

Tuesday, 9 January 2024

Gingivitis, the inflammation of gums, is a prevalent oral cavity ailment, trailing only dental caries in frequency but boasting a relatively high prevalence. This affliction, which impacts the supporting tissues of teeth, known as periodontal tissues, arises as a host response to bacterial toxins.

Faculty Corner, Inauguration of Professor, News Report, Research

Chitosan From Shrimp Waste: A Potential Breakthrough in Denture Development

Friday, 5 January 2024

The irreplaceable role of teeth in daily functions like chewing and speech is well-known, but tooth decay and loss can become a reality as time takes its toll. The loss of teeth can be due to damage to the hard tissues of the teeth, which is no longer possible to restore, severe damage to supporting […].

Faculty Corner, News Report, Research

UGM Students Explore Fruit Peels for Mouth Ulcer Medication

Monday, 20 November 2023

Driven by concern for the accumulation of organic waste, Rachael Tiono and her colleagues from the UGM Faculty of Dentistry processed peels from fruits and plants such as baby pacitan orange peel, horn banana peel, red dragon fruit peel, honeydew melon peel, and lemongrass leaves, into eco-enzymes for mouth ulcer medication.

Faculty Corner, News Report, Research

Microalgae Potential for Treating Wounds in Diabetic Patients, UGM Students Find

Saturday, 28 October 2023

Five UGM students have researched the potential of microalgae, specifically Chlorella vulgaris, as a treatment for mouth cavity wounds, particularly traumatic ulcers in type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM) patients.

Faculty Corner, Innovation, News Report

UGM Students Turn Breadfruit Leaves into Natural Mouthwash

Wednesday, 18 October 2023

A team of five UGM students has developed an herbal mouthwash innovation using breadfruit leaves. This innovation began with an in-depth study of breadfruit (Artocarpus altilis), a plant commonly found in tropical regions, especially in Asia.

Faculty Corner, News Report

UGM Gives Free Dental Treatment for the Community

Thursday, 5 October 2023

The mouth is an essential part of our life. Some would even say the mouth is a window to one’s health.

Faculty Corner, News Report

Only 2.8 Percent of Indonesians Brush Their Teeth Correctly

Friday, 22 September 2023

Despite the importance of proper tooth brushing in preventing oral and dental health problems, most Indonesians do not brush their teeth correctly. “Only 2.8 percent of the population have brushed their teeth correctly, doing so at least twice a day before bedtime and after breakfast,” explained Head of Professional Marketing Personal Care at Unilever Indonesia, […].

Faculty Corner, News Report

Ministry of Health Responds to Healthcare Workforce Imbalance in Remote Areas

Monday, 11 September 2023

Since the passing of the pandemic, discussions have revolved around the disparities in welfare and healthcare accessibility within communities. The distribution of medical personnel tends to be uneven, making it challenging for residents in the frontier, outermost, underdeveloped regions to access healthcare services. This discourse was thoroughly examined in a national symposium by the UGM […].

Cooperation, Faculty Corner, News Report

90 International Students Participate in Summer Course at UGM Faculty of Dentistry

Monday, 21 August 2023

Ninety students from 10 dentistry faculties in ASEAN and Japan participated in a summer course program at the UGM Faculty of Dentistry, engaging in dental learning and discussions for seven days from August 14 to 20, 2023.

Faculty Corner, News Report

Faculty of Dentistry & Senyum Harapan Nusantara Foundation Conduct Cleft Lip Surgeries

Tuesday, 25 July 2023

UGM Faculty of Dentistry (FKG) conducted surgical treatment for cleft lips and palates and orthodontic and pediatric dental care for 40 children in East Kalimantan held from July 20-22, 2023, at IA Moeis Regional Hospital.

Faculty Corner, News Report, Seminar and Workshop

Hundreds of Participants From 27 Countries Join Summer Course Hosted by UGM Faculty of Dentistry

Wednesday, 19 July 2023

The UGM Faculty of Dentistry organized a summer course, “Strategies to Develop and Valorize Multifunctional Regenerative Implants and Scaffolds.” This summer course is one of the academic internationalization activities in the Doctoral Program of Dental Sciences at UGM. The course, which took place from July 10 to July 14, 2023, involved a total of 111 […].