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School of Dentistry now prepping students with complete digital workflow from day 1
New $5 million commitment enables incoming DDS students to train on same end-to-end technology they’ll use with patients in their third and fourth years Students in all four years of the Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) program at the UT San Antonio School of Dentistry now are working on the same complete digital workflow […]
Nasser Barghi, DDS, MA, retires after 51 years as a pioneer of esthetic dentistry
Former students and colleagues from across the profession came to honor the faculty member whose research and teaching on bonded porcelain helped shape modern esthetic dentistry
Beyond the brush: dental hygienists do more than clean teeth
Your routine dental cleaning is also an opportunity to catch health problems early.
When you settle into the chair at your dentist’s office, you might expect the routine cleaning and the reminder to floss, but your dental hygienist is doing a lot more than that. Faculty who educate future dental hygienists at the UT San Antonio School of Dentistry say a thorough hygienist looks at your whole health, not just your teeth.
Teaching excellence honored: Dentistry associate dean to receive UT System Regents’ award
Whether Anibal Diogenes, DDS, PhD, is sharing wisdom in the classroom, guiding postdoctoral researchers toward new discoveries in the laboratory or mentoring students at the UT Dental Clinic, he brings the same passion to helping the next generation of scholars and clinicians thrive. “From a mentoring perspective, it’s not just about transmitting information; it’s […]
The best mouthguard is the one your athlete will wear
A properly fitted mouthguard is one of the simplest ways to protect an athlete’s smile, and the fit makes all the difference.
Cleats, shin guards and water bottles make it into most sports bags, but the mouthguard is easier to forget. Many families think of it as gear for football only, and that leaves a lot of young players unprotected.
Commentary: The Longs’ greatest legacy is a lesson for us all
By Francisco G. Cigarroa, MD There are people whose generosity changes institutions. And there are those whose generosity changes lives, families and entire communities for generations. Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long did both. With Joe’s passing, we have lost not only one of Texas’ most extraordinary philanthropists, but a man whose life reflected a […]
In Memoriam: Joe R. Long, transformational benefactor whose legacy lives on in generations
The University of Texas at San Antonio mourns the passing of Joe R. Long, an extraordinary philanthropic leader whose generosity, together with that of his beloved wife, Teresa Lozano Long, transformed opportunity for generations of students at the UT Health Science Center San Antonio and strengthened health professional education in Texas.
UTSA Athletics to host ESPN ‘SportsCenter on Campus’ at Alamodome Oct. 8
ESPN’s SportsCenter on Campus returns to UTSA on Oct. 8 ahead of the Roadrunners’ nationally televised matchup against South Florida. Fans can join the live broadcast at Rowdy Town Live outside the Alamodome and enjoy free food, entertainment and family-friendly activities before kickoff.
UT San Antonio School of Dentistry co-leads NIH-funded center that may provide an alternative to root canal procedures
Collaboration with University of Alabama at Birmingham, University of Rochester and others will accelerate evidence-based dental care Which would you rather have: a root canal or a pulpotomy? Even if you’re not familiar with a pulpotomy, you might be inclined to learn more. That is what a new national center has started to explore, funded […]
UT Health San Antonio connects families with resources at Spurs Back to School Bash
Through its partnership with the San Antonio Spurs, UT Health San Antonio joined programs from across the university to provide local families with health screenings, school supplies, wellness education and enrollment resources at the annual Spurs Sports & Entertainment Back to School Bash.
Orthodontic care for all ages offers more than a beautiful smile
At UT Dentistry, patients receive expert orthodontic care from specialists like Dr. Sandra Andari, an orthodontist dedicated to helping children, teens and adults achieve healthy, functional smiles. Dr. Andari has advanced training in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics and is passionate about creating personalized treatment plans for her patients.
UT San Antonio ranks in top 13% of universities worldwide for research excellence
UT San Antonio now ranks in the top 13%, placing 296 out of 2,250 institutions worldwide. UT San Antonio’s research enterprise is recognized as a globally competitive leader in clinical and academic research, innovation and impact.
Talking Points Memo: Dental Tourism Is Booming Amid Trump Admin Medicaid Cuts
Scott G. Stafford, DDS, director of the Practice Administration Program for the School of Dentistry, was quoted in this article. Read More
UT San Antonio receives final approval from national accrediting agency
The University of Texas at San Antonio met its accreditation standards as a merged university, completing the required process for institutional-level accreditation for a merger as affirmed by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
Becker’s Dental + DSO Review: DSOs, dental schools and companies secure $270M in funding boons
Becker’s Dental + DSO Review: DSOs, dental schools and companies secure $270M in funding boons
Rebellion Research: 10 Cheapest Dental Schools in America for 2026 Ranked by Value and Tuition
Rebellion Research: 10 Cheapest Dental Schools in America for 2026 Ranked by Value and Tuition
KENS 5: UTSA graduates from health programs walk the stage
KENS 5: UTSA graduates from health programs walk the stage
UT San Antonio integration expands opportunities for health professional students
A pediatric dentistry resident at UT San Antonio is balancing specialty training with collegiate hockey, reflecting a new student experience that gives health professional students new opportunities to pursue their passion and purpose.
UT San Antonio student researchers help shape future of dental care
A study published in the Journal of Dental Anesthesia and Pain Medicine explores an emerging approach to delivering local, fast-acting dental anesthesia while reducing the lingering numbness often associated with traditional techniques.
Drug shows promise for halting chronic pain before it starts
Scientists at The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) are investigating a major immune system pathway that leads to the development of chronic pain and a drug that has the potential to stop the process in its tracks. Their study, published April 22 in Cell Reports, is the first of its kind to show a path toward the prevention of chronic pain.