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UT Health San Antonio’s accelerated rise: Advancing innovation, research and national impact
The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio) has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past decade, marked by growth across every facet of its mission. This momentum is reflected in the latest rankings from the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research, an independent nonprofit that compiles annual National […]
Why should I take my child to the dentist?
Good oral health is about more than just having a beautiful smile. It is about preventing cavities, maintaining a healthy mouth and safeguarding overall well-being from childhood onward. Dental caries (cavities) is the number one chronic infectious disease in children, affecting them four times more frequently than asthma.
Sovna Shivani Mishra, BDS, MDS: An expert in orofacial pain joins UT Dentistry’s Oral Medicine Clinic
We are pleased to welcome Sovna Shivani Mishra, BDS, MDS, to the UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry faculty. As a clinical assistant professor specializing in orofacial pain and dental sleep medicine, Mishra brings nearly a decade of experience in patient care, teaching, and research. Her expertise strengthens the academic training provided to students and enhances the services offered at UT Dentistry.
Domestic Access to Care Grant allows delivery of endodontic services for underserved San Antonio patients
For a second year, the department of endodontics at UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry was awarded the Domestic Access to Care Grant from the American Association of Endodontists (AAE) Foundation.
Alumnus spotlight Jesus Trevino, DDS: Journey from pediatric patient to practitioner
Jesus Trevino, DDS, is a distinguished alumnus of the UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry’s class of 1999. Through his commitment to community care, he has made significant contributions to pediatric dental care within the Rio Grande Valley. With over two decades of dedicated service, Trevino's journey from a young patient inspired by his local dentist to a respected practice owner is a testament to his commitment to both his craft and his community.
School of Dentistry awardee of 2025 Presidential Excellence Award
UT Health San Antonio’s vice president for academic, faculty and student affairs, Jacqueline Mok, PhD, and Danielle McDavid, PHR, strategic human resources partner in the Office of Human Resources, were selected as this year’s selection committee for the 2025 Presidential Excellence Award winners. This February, they announced this year’s winners.
From Alumna to Educator: Bonnie's Journey in Dental Hygiene
Bonnie Werner's path to dental hygiene wasn’t a conventional one. A proud graduate of the Dental Hygiene Program, Class of 2004, her career began in the United States Air Force, where she served from 1983 to 1987.
From classmates to soulmates: School of Dentistry alumni share their love stories
The Howells
Drs. Maria and Mark Howell, School of Dentistry Class of 1983, met their first year in dental school in 1979. The class seating chart in that era was both obligatory and alphabetical, which placed Maria right behind Mark!
They started dating in October 1980 and talked about marriage the night before their dental school graduation. They were married on November 5, 1983.
Groundbreaking in vivo imaging uncovers pain pathways, paving way for new TMJ treatments
In a study published in December 2024 in the journal Pain, a research team led by Yu Shin Kim, PhD, associate professor in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, School of Dentistry, The University of Health Science Center at San Antonio, observed for the first time the simultaneous activity of more than 3,000 trigeminal ganglion (TG) neurons.
School of Dentistry dean elected chair of Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations
Peter M. Loomer, BSc, DDS, PhD, MBA, FACD, FICD, dean and professor at the UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry, has been elected as chair of the Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations (JCNDE).
“I had been encouraged by a colleague to volunteer, and since joining the committee, it has continued to present me with opportunities to work with several colleagues from all sorts of scientific and educational backgrounds.”
UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry researcher and her company earn Small Business Technology Transfer grant
Will partner with the school to speed oral cancer drug to market A UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry researcher and her pioneering biotechnology company partnered with the school to earn a prestigious $400,000 Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) grant from the National Institutes of Health to speed development of a breakthrough oral cancer drug. Cara […]
San Antonio scientists investigate impact of violence on rates of dental care use
Our understanding of the interconnectedness between dental and medical health has grown immensely in recent years and is paving the way for new research. Dental care is an essential part of both oral health and overall physical health, but nearly two in five American adults report not having a dental care visit in the past […]
UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry ranked 30th worldwide, No. 1 in Texas
The UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry is now ranked 30th worldwide, No. 1 in Texas, in the category of dentistry and oral sciences, according to the Academic Ranking of World Universities, also known as the ShanghaiRanking.
UT Health San Antonio, UTSA researchers receive prestigious 2025 Hill Prizes for medicine and technology
Soon-to-be merged schools lauded for creative collaboration On the eve of a historic merger between The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and The University of Texas at San Antonio, researchers from the two institutions have been honored with highly prestigious 2025 Hill Prizes, in medicine and technology. The prizes are awarded by the Texas […]
ImageWorks: UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry to implement next-generation dental microscope
This article mentions David Cochran, the chairman of the Department of Periodontics, and Angela Palaiologou-Gallis, DDS, MS, the Graduate Program Director in the Department of Periodontics.
WNEM 5: Healing toothpaste: Hydroxyapatite to the rescue
Bennett Amaechi, BDS, professor of cariology, Department of Comprehensive Dentistry, was interviewed for this news segment. Watch Now
Make your smile come alive in 2025
Now is the perfect time to prioritize your dental health and work towards a smile as bright as the year ahead. Making simple changes to your daily routine and seeking professional dental services can create noticeable differences to elevate your smile and improve your oral health. UT Dentistry’s cosmetic dentistry experts share tips and advice […]
School of Dentistry adopts Epic Wisdom to better serve patients
UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry adopted Epic Wisdom, a leading electronic health record system, to streamline patient records, improve coordinated care and ensure providers are better equipped to address overall health needs while enhancing the patient experience.
Xiao-Dong Chen, MD, PhD, receives $200,000 Ted Nash Long Life Foundation grant to advance bone regeneration research
In October, Xiao-Dong Chen, MD, PhD, professor in the Department of Comprehensive Dentistry and researcher at the Center for Regenerative Sciences, School of Dentistry, was selected as one of the UT Health San Antonio institutional nominees to submit a full application to the Ted Nash Long Life Founda
International dental student selected for leadership role in ADA Institute for Diversity in Leadership program
The School of Dentistry is thrilled to share that Marcelo Eduardo Lopez, MS, a third-year dental student in the International Dentist Education Program (IDEP), was elected to a student leadership position in the American Dental Association Institute for Diversity in Leadership (ADA-IDL) class of 2024-2025.