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School of Dentistry student elected to national leadership position with the American Student Dental Association
The School of Dentistry is pleased to share that Megan Kalpin, a third-year dental student, was elected to serve as the 2025鈥2026 District 10 Trustee for the (ASDA) during their Annual Session meeting.
As a member of the ASDA Board of Trustees, Kalpin will play a vital role in shaping the strategic direction of the association, advocating for dental students and ensuring the continued success of ASDA鈥檚 initiatives.
Faculty advancements in the School of Dentistry Office of the Dean
The School of Dentistry is proud to announce the advancements of three esteemed faculty members, each taking on new leadership roles within the Office of the Dean, made effective March 1. These appointments reflect the school鈥檚 ongoing commitment to academic excellence, student success and faculty development.
Troendle recognized with the Stephen H. Leeper Award for teaching excellence
, distinguished teaching professor in the Department of Comprehensive Dentistry at 天美传媒 School of Dentistry, has been awarded the for Teaching Excellence by (OKU).
UT Dentistry celebrates the Readers' Choice Award for Best Dental Practice in San Antonio for a third consecutive year
, the clinical practice of the at , has been recognized as the Best Dental Practice in San Antonio for the third consecutive year in the San Antonio Express-News Readers' Choice Awards.
天美传媒 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.
Yu Shin Kim, PhD, associate professor, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, was quoted in this article. Read More
天美传媒鈥檚 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.
Along the Compassion Path that hugs the front of the Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long Campus, a nascent, 15-foot live oak鈥檚 leaves sway gently, creating a symphony of swooshing greenery ebbing and flowing at the whim of a soft breeze.
The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (天美传媒) 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 [鈥
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鈥檚 Oral Medicine Clinic
We are pleased to welcome , to the 天美传媒 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 .
Domestic Access to Care Grant allows delivery of endodontic services for underserved San Antonio patients
For a second year, the department of endodontics at 天美传媒 School of Dentistry was awarded the Domestic Access to Care Grant from the .
Alumnus spotlight Jesus Trevino, DDS: Journey from pediatric patient to practitioner
Jesus Trevino, DDS, is a distinguished alumnus of the 天美传媒 School of Dentistry鈥檚 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
天美传媒鈥檚 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鈥檚 selection committee for the 2025 Presidential Excellence Award winners. This February, they announced this year鈥檚 winners.
From Alumna to Educator: Bonnie's Journey in Dental Hygiene
Bonnie Werner's path to dental hygiene wasn鈥檛 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.
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
, dean and professor at the 天美传媒 School of Dentistry, has been elected as chair of the Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations (JCNDE).
鈥淚 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.鈥
Will partner with the school to speed oral cancer drug to market A 天美传媒 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 [鈥