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Anibal Diogenes, DDS, PhD, appointed associate dean for special projects
The UT San Antonio School of Dentistry is pleased to announce the recent appointment of Anibal Diogenes, DDS, PhD, as associate dean for special projects, effective March 1, 2026. Dr. Diogenes will continue in his current role as chair of the Department of Endodontics.
Yong-Hee P. Chun completes year of leadership as president of Southwest Society of Periodontists
Yong-Hee P. Chun, DDS, Dr med dent, MS, PhD, professor and director of research in the Department of Periodontics at the UT San Antonio School of Dentistry, has concluded a successful term as President of the Southwest Society of Periodontists (SWSP) for 2024–2025. At the SWSP Winter Meeting held in Dallas in February 2026, Dr.
Moshtagh Farokhi, DDS, MPH, honored with 2026 Presidential Excellence Award
For more than three decades, the Presidential Excellence Awards have recognized individuals whose contributions elevate UT San Antonio’s academic and clinical environment. This year’s honorees continue that tradition, exemplifying the mission, values and exceptional talent found throughout the university.
School of Dentistry celebrates volunteers at annual Interviewer Appreciation Dinner
The UT San Antonio School of Dentistry recently hosted its annual Interviewer Appreciation Dinner, recognizing the dedication and hard work of the staff, faculty and dental students who helped organize, review and interview this year’s applicants for our Doctor of Dental Surgery class of 2030.
COSTAR trainee earns award at prestigious Bones and Teeth GRC
Stephen “Steve” Hernandez, a DDS/PhD trainee in the UT San Antonio School of Dentistry’s Craniofacial Oral-Biology Student Training in Academic Research (COSTAR) program, was recently honored with a poster award at the 2026 Bones and Teeth Gordon Research Conference (GRC) in Galveston, Texas.
Celebrating Excellence: Faculty & Alumni Honors
Last month, the UT San Antonio School of Dentistry held the Celebrating Excellence: Faculty & Alumni Honors event to recognize the numerous awards given to our faculty and alumni, as well as the faculty who were promoted or granted tenure this past year.
School of Dentistry alumna honored with two major professional awards
The UT San Antonio School of Dentistry proudly shares that Michelle Zhou, DDS, Class of 2022, has been recognized with multiple professional honors reflecting her outstanding contributions to the field of dentistry.
Mitchell Moczygemba named associate director for finance and administration, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Mitchell Moczygemba, MS, joined the School of Dentistry at UT San Antonio as associate director, finance and administration, and department administrator for the department of oral and maxillofacial surgery (OMS) last month.
Sohini Dhar, DDS, MPH, FICD, assumes chair role with ADEA special interest group
Sohini Dhar, DDS, MPH, FICD, has transitioned into the role of chair of the American Dental Education Association’s (ADEA) Special Interest Group on Internationally Educated Oral Health Professionals, continuing a progression of leadership that began with her election as secretary in 2024 and chair-elect in 2025.
Noorpreet Kaur, BDS, MPH, FACD, inducted as a fellow of the American College of Dentists
At the end of last year, Noorpreet Kaur, BDS, MPH, FACD, was inducted as a Fellow of the American College of Dentists (FACD) in recognition of her exemplary leadership, service and contributions to the dental profession.
Celebrating excellence: School of Dentistry leaders, faculty and alumni named 2026 Top Dentists
The University of Texas at San Antonio School of Dentistry is proud to announce that a distinguished group of our faculty, clinicians and alumni have been recognized among San Antonio Magazine’s 2026 Top Dentists. This honor highlights dental professionals in San Antonio whose clinical expertise, professional integrity and commitment to patient care set them apart.
Advancing the future of dental education and patient care with digital dentistry
Digital dentistry is changing the landscape of oral healthcare. For the School of Dentistry at UT San Antonio, this evolution is reflected in modernized curriculum initiatives, hands-on clinical training and comprehensive faculty development.
Committed to excellence: An end-of-year message from the Dean
This is a time of year to be both grateful and reflective.
I am grateful for the opportunity to work with an outstanding faculty and student body who are focused on delivering exceptional clinical care and state-of-the-art clinical training.
Marwaha appointed to the American Board of Dental Public Health Test Development Committee
The School of Dentistry is pleased to share that Rochisha Singh Marwaha, BDS, MPH, FICD, clinical associate professor in the Department of Comprehensive Dentistry and diplomate of the American Board of Dental Public Health (ABDPH), was recently appointed to serve on the ABDPH Test Development Committee for a three-year term beginning in 2025.
Lisa B. Masters, DDS, MS, appointed by Governor Abbott to the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners
Lisa B. Masters, DDS, MS, clinical assistant professor and part-time faculty member in the Department of Periodontics, has been officially appointed by Texas Governor Greg Abbott to the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE), serving until February 1, 2031.
Irma Sanchez joins the UT Dentistry leadership team
The School of Dentistry is pleased to share that Irma Sanchez, MPA, CMPE, has joined the Office of Patient Care (OPC) at UT Dentistry, the clinical practice of the School of Dentistry, as Senior Director of Finance and Administration.
Celebrating teaching excellence
Please join the School of Dentistry in celebrating the faculty members who recently completed the Teaching Excellence and Academic Skills (TExAS) certification.
Scott G. Stafford inducted into 59th Medical Wing Honorary Commanders Program
Scott G. Stafford, DDS, MBA, FICD, associate dean of patient care at UT San Antonio School of Dentistry, was inducted into the 59th Medical Wing Honorary Commanders Program during the Honorary Commanders Induction Ceremony and Welcome Social in October.