Understanding Research Leads Student to Embrace Dentistry

Cooper Tyree graduated from Roanoke College in 2015 with a major in biochemistry and a minor in Spanish, and is now studying at the VCU School of Dentistry in Richmond. During his time at RC, he was able to do an independent study on the microbiology and biochemistry of dental caries - or cavities. "I have always been interested in dentistry, and so figuring out what is actually happening in dental caries was a great way for me to explore that passion further," says Tyree. Tyree plans to finish dental school and then practice dentistry in Virginia/Carolina region.