Frank Tay
Department Chair
Professor
Academic Appointment(s)
Dental College of Georgia
Department of Endodontics
Dental College of Georgia
Department of Oral Health and Diagnostic Sciences
Administration
Department of The Graduate School
Dental College of Georgia
Department of Oral Biology
Bio
Dr. Franklin Tay is chairman and professor in the Department of Endodontics, The Dental College of Georgia.
- FTAY@augusta.edu
- (706) 721-6489
- (706) 721-6252
- GC 2270
Education
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Ph.D., Dentistry
University of Hong Kong, 1998
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BDS, Dental Clinical Sciences, General
University of Queensland The, 1981
Certifications
Awards & Honors
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Phi Kappa Phi Chapter
2015
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Fellow of the International College of Dentistry
2014
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Kappa Lambda Chapter
(Georgia Regents University), 2013
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IADR/AADR William Gies Award
2011
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Diplomate
American Board of Endodontics, 2008
Courses Taught Most Recent Academic Year
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ENDR 7120
Clinical Endodontics 1
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ENDR 8121
Clinical Endodontics 3
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ADFD 5591
Clinical Ethics & Prof I
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ADFD 5793
Clinical Ethics & Profes III
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ENDR 7040
Endodontic Research I
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ENDR 8040
Endodontic Research III
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ENDO 5701
Endodontic Seminar
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ENDR 7130
Clinical Endodontics 2
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ENDR 8131
Clinical Endodontics 4
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ADFD 5894
Clinical Ethics & Prof IV
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ADFD 5692
Clinical Ethics & Profes II
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ENDR 7041
Endodontic Research II
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ENDR 8041
Endodontic Research IV
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ENDO 5411
Fundamentals of Endodontics
Teaching Interests
Predoctoral and postgraduate endodontics. My teaching focuses on integrating biological principles with clinical endodontics, emphasizing the translation of foundational science into evidence-based patient care.
Scholarship
Selected Recent Publications
- Deep learning super-resolution for dental CBCT using micro-CT reference and edge loss function., 2025
Journal Article, Academic Journal
- Insights Into the November 2025 Issue of the JOE., 2025
Other
- Mussel-Inspired Etchant with Catechol-Lys-Methacrylate for Bond Durability., 2025
Journal Article, Academic Journal
- Mirror Life: Bridging Chirality, Ethics, and the Foundations of Life Creation., 2025
Journal Article, Academic Journal
- Epigenetic modulation of odontoblast differentiation: implications for regenerative endodontics., 2025
Journal Article, Academic Journal
Research Interests
Dentin bonding, endodontic materials research, collagen biomineralization. My research explores biomimetic strategies for dentin remineralization, adhesive and sealer durability, and the biological interactions between dental materials and pulp tissue. I am particularly interested in fostering interdisciplinary collaborations that bridge material science, molecular biology, and regenerative endodontic therapy.
Department Service
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Alumni Relations Committee
2024 - 2024
Role: Committee Chair
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Endodontics Professional Development Committee
2024 - 2024
Role: Committee Chair
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International Endodontic Residency Exchange
2024 - 2024
Role: Committee Chair
College Service
University Service
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International Initiatives Council
2017 - Present
Role: Committee Member
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Study Abroad Committee
2014 - Present
Role: Committee Member
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PSRP grant application review committee
2013 - 2018
Role: Committee Member
Professional Service
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Oral Dental and Craniofacial Sciences Study Section (ODCS), Center for Sceintific Review, National Institutes of Health
2012 - Present
Role: Other
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Oral Dental and Craniofacial Small Business Special Emphasis Panel – ZRG1 MOSS-K(11), Center for Sceintific Review, National Institutes of Health
2011 - Present
Role: Member
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American Dental Education Association (ADEA) Curriculum Resource Center
2011 - Present
Role: Other
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Oral Dental and Craniofacial Small Business Special Emphasis Panel – ZRG1 MOSS-K(11), Center for Sceintific Review, National Institutes of Health
2011 - Present
Role: Member
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CDM International Student Exchange Program
2011 - Present
Role: Director
