Results: 28 news stories
The race to outsmart oral cancer
UT Health San Antonio researcher is racing to bring hope for oral cancer patients. Cara Gonzales, DDS, PhD, discusses the signs, risks and why early detection is more important than ever.
Medical Xpress: Innovative in vivo imaging offers new treatment, hope for sufferers of chronic TMJ-related pain
Yu Shin Kim, PhD, associate professor, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, was quoted in this article. Read More
Sharper images that lead to smarter dental care
UT Health San Antonio’s Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology Clinic is using advanced technologies to deliver precise diagnoses, improve treatment and help dental providers and their patients make informed decisions.
Breaking bad habits that damage your smile
Maintaining good oral health is essential to overall well-being, but some habits can put teeth and gums at risk. For example, nail-biting, teeth grinding and improper brushing techniques may seem harmless, but they can lead to cavities, gum disease and even damaged teeth or tooth loss over time.
Tree dedication honors legacy of William L. Henrich amid one-year anniversary of his passing
Along the Compassion Path that hugs the front of the Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long Campus, a nascent, 15-foot live oak’s leaves sway gently, creating a symphony of swooshing greenery ebbing and flowing at the whim of a soft breeze.
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 […]
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 […]
Is there a connection between diabetes and gum disease?
We talked with one of our oral health care experts, Peter M. Loomer, DDS, PhD, MBA, School of Dentistry dean, professor of periodontology, researcher and Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, to discuss the connection between diabetes and gum disease.
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 […]
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.
Community outreach shapes future providers, leaves hope in its wake
UT Health San Antonio students are impacting lives through outreach events, where experiences teach students the power of compassion, adaptability and teamwork in health care.
Technology Networks: Scientists Uncover Key Stress Pathway Driving Migraines
Yu Shin Kim, PhD, associate professor, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, was featured in this article. Read More
WOAI TV, KABB TV: Migraine miracle? UT Health scientist discovers stress-triggered pathway responsible
Yu Shin Kim, PhD, associate professor, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, was mentioned in these articles. Read More (WOAI TV: News for San Antonio) Read More (KABB TV: Fox San Antonio)