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º£½ÇÂ×ÂÒ 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.
Xiao-Dong Chen, MD, PhD, receives $200,000 Ted Nash Long Life Foundation grant to advance bone regeneration research
In October, , professor in the Department of Comprehensive Dentistry and researcher at the Center for Regenerative Sciences, School of Dentistry, was selected as one of the º£½ÇÂ×ÂÒ institutional nominees to submit a full application to the Ted Nash Long Life Founda
International dental student selected for leadership role in ADA Institute for Diversity in Leadership program
The School of Dentistry is thrilled to share that Marcelo Eduardo Lopez, MS, a third-year dental student in the International Dentist Education Program (IDEP), was elected to a student leadership position in the class of 2024-2025.
Residents from the School of Dentistry’s Certificate in Periodontics with Master's Degree program conquer advanced microsurgical course
The Department of Periodontics launched its first-ever microsurgical training course, which was offered to the residents in the Certificate in Periodontics with Master's Degree program and select faculty members at the School of Dentistry.
The Shane Epperson Endowed Memorial Scholarship: Honoring a hero’s dream and inspiring future dentists
The was created in 2012 in honor of Petty Officer 2nd Class Shane A. Epperson, who served in the U.S. Navy, to provide scholarship assistance to dental students who are current or former enlisted members of the U.S. Armed Forces.
Alumni and donor: Dr. John Michael Elizondo's impact on dentistry and his community
A dedicated and passionate dentist, John Michael Elizondo, DDS, has made a lasting impact on the field of dentistry and the community of Corpus Christi. As an alumnus of The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio School of Dentistry, Class of 1990, Elizondo has not only excelled in his career but has also given back to his community and alma mater while serving as a role model and inspiration to future dentists.
Katkar appointed commissioner to the National Commission on Recognition of Dental Specialties and Certifying Boards
, Diplomate of the and tenured Associate Professor and Clinic Director for Graduate Oral & Maxillofacial Radiology at the º£½ÇÂ×ÂÒ School of Dentistry, was recently appointed by the
º£½ÇÂ×ÂÒ students are impacting lives through outreach events, where experiences teach students the power of compassion, adaptability and teamwork in health care.
Yu Shin Kim, PhD, associate professor, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, was featured in this article. Read More
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)
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.
What causes TMJ pain and what can I do about it?
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pain is a common issue for many patients seen in clinics. In an interview, , DDS, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery clinical assistant professor at UT Health Science Center San Antonio, discusses the primary causes and treatment for TMJ injury and pain.
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 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.
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 […]
Historic milestone for Texas dental hygienists: Brenda Wertman becomes first at º£½ÇÂ×ÂÒ to obtain local anesthesia license
In a significant advancement for the dental hygiene profession, , assistant professor/clinical of º£½ÇÂ×ÂÒ’s dental hygiene program, became the first dental hygienist at the institution to receive a license for local infiltration anesthesia.
This historic achievement not only marks a turning point for dental hygienists in Texas but also celebrates the shared journey of advocacy for this expanded scope of practice for over 35 years.
School of Dentistry volunteers transform lives through Communities Under the Bridge Program
With the guidance of Mitzi Roberts, area director of the (CMDA) in San Antonio, the program has been connected with faculty and students from the º£½ÇÂ×ÂÒ School of Dentistry to help make meaningful impacts on underserved communities in San Antonio.
Kenneth M. Hargreaves honored with the 2025 Edgar D. Coolidge Award
, professor of endodontics and director of the Center for Pain Therapeutics and Addiction Research at º£½ÇÂ×ÂÒ School of Dentistry, has been named the recipient of the .
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.
Dental care is crucial for cancer patients and survivors to help reduce complications, improve treatment tolerance and enhance overall quality of life, according to oral medicine specialist Tiffany Tavares, DDS, DMSc.