DentaQuest Contributes $25,000 to University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry

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DentaQuest (NYSE:SLF) announced a $25,000 contribution on January 21, 2026 to the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry to support community engagement and student development. The donation will fund rural externship placements, faculty support at Unity Clinic, and student participation in leadership and industry programs including Student National Dental Association and American Dental Education Association.

The gift aims to expand access to care for underserved Oklahomans and bolster clinical training amid uncertainty in government academic funding. DentaQuest operates in Oklahoma under contract with the Oklahoma Health Care Authority.

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Key Figures

DentaQuest donation: $25,000 Health Access Hero grant: $100,000 Dental services delivered: $13 million +5 more

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DentaQuest donation $25,000 Contribution to University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry

Health Access Hero grant $100,000 Grant to Karis Community Health (Dec 2025 news)

Dental services delivered $13 million Value of dental services by Karis since 2015

Hero donation $10,000 Donation to Joshua's Heart Foundation (Dec 2025 news)

Program grants total $3.5 million Grants awarded through Health Access Hero program

Current share price $62.43 Prior to publication of Jan 21, 2026 article

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Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Jan 09 (Positive)

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Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Jan 09	Workplace award	Positive	+0.2%	Recognition as a 2025 Top Place to Work in Baltimore.
Dec 17	Community grant	Positive	-0.1%	$100,000 Health Access Hero grant supporting dental care expansion.
Dec 08	Leadership award	Positive	-0.2%	Icon Award for SVP of HR recognizing leadership contributions.
Dec 04	Workplace award	Positive	-0.2%	Eighth consecutive Top Place to Work recognition by Boston Globe.
Dec 04	Community grant	Positive	-0.2%	Health Access Hero Award with donation to address food insecurity.

Pattern Detected

Recent announcements have focused on awards and community impact; price reactions have often been slightly negative or muted despite positive sentiment.

Recent Company History

Over the past months, Sun Life U.S. (NYSE:SLF) news has centered on workplace recognition and community-focused grants. Items include multiple “Top Place to Work” honors, leadership awards, and Health Access Hero grants exceeding $100,000. Price moves around these events have been modest, with several slightly negative reactions despite positive narratives. Today’s $25,000 DentaQuest–OU Dentistry contribution fits this pattern of community and access-to-care initiatives tied to DentaQuest within Sun Life U.S.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement highlights a $25,000 DentaQuest contribution to the University of Oklahoma College...

Analysis

This announcement highlights a $25,000 DentaQuest contribution to the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry, supporting rural externships, interprofessional training, and student leadership programs. It extends Sun Life U.S. and DentaQuest’s prior community-access initiatives, including earlier Health Access Hero grants. Investors monitoring this name may track how such partnerships support brand strength and growth in dental benefits, alongside future operational and regulatory disclosures.

Key Terms

interprofessional practice

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interprofessional practice medical

"Supporting faculty at Unity Clinic, where dental students experience interprofessional practice."

A coordinated way health professionals from different backgrounds (doctors, nurses, pharmacists, therapists and others) work together to plan and deliver patient care, sharing information and responsibilities. Investors care because smoother teamwork often leads to better outcomes, fewer costly errors and more efficient use of resources—similar to a well-coached team replacing chaos with predictable performance—which can improve a provider’s reputation, regulatory standing and financial results.

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Investment supports professional growth for future oral health leaders and expands community outreach for underserved Oklahomans

WELLESLEY, Mass., Jan. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- DentaQuest, part of Sun Life U.S., today announced a $25,000 contribution to the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry. The donation is supporting the college's efforts to sustain and expand key community engagement and student development opportunities, including providing financial support to dental students during their required externship rotations in underserved communities.

With uncertainty surrounding government funding for academia, DentaQuest is focused on helping dental schools continue strengthening and increasing the number of providers nationwide. This donation supports the college's ongoing ability to deliver meaningful community-based care, foster interprofessional education, and cultivate diverse leadership within the dental profession.

"We are grateful to DentaQuest for its generosity in supporting programs here at the OU College of Dentistry," said Dean Paul Mullasseril, DDS, MS. "This funding not only helps us bring desperately needed oral care to patients from underserved communities, but it also ensures that our students are getting learning experiences needed to be successful practitioners. The school's mission is to treat people and train compassionate dentists, and we are grateful to DentaQuest's support to help us accomplish both."

The OU College of Dentistry will divide the funds among three main initiatives.

• Expanding placements for rural externships across the state.
• Supporting faculty at Unity Clinic, where dental students experience interprofessional practice.
• Covering participation and engagement in dental industry education and leadership.
  • Student National Dental Association (membership includes learning opportunities and local outreach projects)
  • American Dental Education Association student leadership program (providing opportunities to enhance leadership skills)

"Increasing access to dental care, particularly in underserved communities, is critical to improving the oral health trends we are seeing in Oklahoma, and we need to add talented dental professionals to make a difference," said Dr. Jandra Korb, DentaQuest's dental director in Oklahoma. "At DentaQuest, we know that investing in community-based care must be a priority and we're proud to support the work the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry is doing to increase opportunities for Oklahomans across the state. As a proud alumnus of the dental school here, I'm excited to watch these dental students grow and ultimately benefit the surrounding community."

DentaQuest is currently a leading dental insurance provider in the state, managing dental benefits under contract with the Oklahoma Health Care Authority. Prior to this contribution, DentaQuest has supported the university's Indigent Care Fund as well as a number of Oklahoma community-based non-profits including Good Shepherd Clinic, Catholic Charities of Eastern Oklahoma, Neighborhood Services Organization, Oklahoma Dental Association and Oklahoma Oral Health Coalition.

About DentaQuest
Sun Life U.S. Dental, which includes DentaQuest, is dedicated to improving the oral health of all through purpose-driven, outcomes-based solutions. We make dental benefits better for everyone through Preventistry^® – an inclusive approach centered on preventive, quality care, expanded access and solutions built on valued relationships across the health care ecosystem. We manage dental and vision benefits for approximately 35 million Americans. For 30 years, we have delivered cost-effective benefit plans and services for employer groups, individuals, health plans, and government-sponsored dental programs. We are the largest Medicaid and CHIP dental benefits administrator in the U.S., by membership. We also support direct patient care through an expanding network of approximately 75 dental practices in underserved communities across the United States. Learn more about Sun Life U.S. Dental at sunlife.com/dental and dentaquest.com.

About the OU College of Dentistry
The OU College of Dentistry is home to the state's only Doctor of Dental Surgery program and baccalaureate degree program in dental hygiene. More than 70% of the state of Oklahoma's dentists are graduates of the OU College of Dentistry. The college provides general dental care and specialty care to Oklahomans through student, resident and faculty practice clinics. The OU College of Dentistry has established a reputation of training its students to provide the highest quality of clinical care available.

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SOURCE Sun Life U.S.

FAQ

How much did DentaQuest (SLF) donate to the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry on January 21, 2026?

DentaQuest donated $25,000 to the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry on January 21, 2026.

What will the $25,000 donation from SLF fund at the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry?

Funds will support rural externship placements, faculty at Unity Clinic, and student engagement in leadership and industry education programs.

Does DentaQuest (SLF) have an existing role in Oklahoma healthcare?

Yes, DentaQuest manages dental benefits under contract with the Oklahoma Health Care Authority.

Which student organizations will benefit from DentaQuest's SLF contribution?

The donation supports Student National Dental Association membership activities and American Dental Education Association student leadership programming.

How does the SLF donation aim to affect access to dental care in Oklahoma?

The company says the gift intends to increase community-based care and expand clinical training that serves underserved populations across the state.