One of the most important qualities in a dentist is the ability to work effectively with their hands.
The University of Georgia has launched an innovative initiative that allows pre-dental students to practice hand-eye coordination and related skills in creative settings.
Offered through a partnership between the Lamar Dodd School of Art and the UGA Pre-Professional Advising Office, the Manual Dexterity Through Art program is a non-credit certificate designed to help students build fine motor skills essential to the dental profession.
Lise Kalla, an advisor in UGA’s Pre-Professional Advising Office, spoke with WUGA’s Greg Trevor about the program. The conversation is part of WUGA’s ongoing series, “A Few Minutes With …” exploring university initiatives and their benefits.
The Manual Dexterity Through Art certificate is funded through a donation on behalf of a dentist who values the intersection of art and skill development in dental training.
A pop-up exhibition of student work will be on view and open to the public at the Lamar Dodd School of Art Glass Gallery from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, April 25.
To learn more about the program, contact Lise Kalla at lkalla@uga.edu.
