Endodontics Resident

Organization:

West Virginia University School of Dentistry

Department:

Endodontics

Classification:

Resident

• DDS, Howard University, 2014

Altered fibroblast proliferation and apoptosis in diabetic gingival wounds. Desta T, Li J, Chino T, Graves DT. J Dent Res. 2010 Jun;89(6):609-14.

Fibroblast apoptosis induced by Porphyromonas gingivalis is stimulated by a gingipain and caspase-independent pathway that involves apoptosis-inducing factor. Desta T, Graves DT. Cell Microbiol. 2007 Nov;9(11):2667-75.

Work Experiences

Dentist at Private Dental Practice     (07/2015 – 06/2020)

Research Associate at New Jersey Dental School (UMDNJ)   (2008-2010)

Research Associate at Boston University Dental School (2001-2008)

My name is David Desta. I was born in Ethiopia. I have done most of my schooling here in the US. I am currently living with my wife in Potomac, MD.

I have come to WVU School of Dentistry because I have heard a lot of good things about the school. I am excited to be part of such an institution.

My goal is to successfully complete my specialty program in endodontics, during which I would strive to establish a good and long lasting relationship with my colleagues as well as the entire  school community.

The career in dentistry is exciting. The need for oral healthcare in our communities is tremendous. Oral health and systemic health go hand in hand; therefore, addressing the Oral Health issue has kept me motivated.

In my spare time I like to do different things such as hiking with friends and bringing along my dog, visiting friends and hanging out, reading, caring for plants in the back yard, and so on.