Tag: College of Dentistry


‘Blessing’ Tennesseans with Better Oral Health

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Dental student Gustavo Morrice working with a patient.

Back in 2012, Union City businessman William “Bill” Latimer had an idea that has helped thousands of Tennesseans smile. “Everyone has medical care in the U.S., because they can always go to an emergency room,” he said. “But you don’t have an emergency place for dental care. I knew a lot of people don’t have… Read More

A Legacy of Care

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Dr. Mitch Godat working with a patient

Alumnus Dr. Mitch Godat’s Mission of Mercy What began as a simple idea to provide free dental care for people in need has grown into one of the most impactful community health efforts in the Mid-South region. For Mitch Godat, DDS, a graduate of the University of Tennessee Health Sciences College of Dentistry, the 10th… Read More