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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.
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)
UT Health San Antonio scientist discovers stress-triggered pathway behind migraines
A scientist at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio has discovered a pathway triggered in the brain during stressful situations. Halting this process at an early stage could prevent the domino effect that leads to migraines.
Flossing is a simple step toward big health benefits
Small steps can lead to big improvements in oral health, and regular flossing is a key part of that. Experts at the School of Dentistry share advice on how to floss correctly, the benefits of different flossing tools and why keeping your gums clean is crucial to overall health.
Orthodontics: More than meets the eye
Orthodontics is often seen as a way to achieve a beautiful smile, but it offers so much more. Maria Karakousoglou, BDS, MS, explains how orthodontic care can improve speech, breathing and overall health while preventing chronic issues like jaw pain and even headaches.
Dental and speech-language pathology students learn from each other during interprofessional activity focused on dysphagia management
When people with swallowing disorders also have poor oral health, they are at greater risk of serious health complications — including aspiration pneumonia. Dentists and speech-language pathologists encounter patients with swallowing disorders, including dysphagia, a condition that affects millions of Americans — particularly older adults. To ensure that dental students and speech-language pathology students […]
Center for Pain Therapeutics and Addiction Research earns first NIH grant
The School of Dentistry earned the first National Institutes of Health grant under its new Center for Pain Therapeutics and Addiction Research, addressing pain in patients with head and neck carcinoma.