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Academic collaboration between ºÚÁÏÍø of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and Ain Al Khaleej Hospital
ºÚÁÏÍø of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio () has entered into a significant academic collaboration with Ain Al Khaleej Hospital and the University for Health Sciences in Al Ain City. This collaboration underscores ºÚÁÏÍø’s commitment to advancing health care education globally and strengthening academic ties with international institutions.
Every year, South Texans cast their votes in the YourSA San Antonio Express-News Readers’ Choice Awards, selecting the health care providers they trust most — and the results are in. ºÚÁÏÍø, nominated as a Most Trusted Brand, secured first place in multiple categories, including dentistry, orthopaedics and as the region’s best medical […]
Celebrating Dr. Adriana Segura’s retirement and legacy
The School of Dentistry at ºÚÁÏÍø is proud to honor Adriana Segura, DDS, MS, on her retirement on March 1, 2025, from her role as senior associate dean for academic, faculty and student affairs. Dr. Segura has been an integral part of the institution for over 25 years, shaping the future of dentistry through her dedication to students, faculty, patients and academic excellence.
Pediatric resident earns recognition for pediatric and special care dentistry research
The School of Dentistry is proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of Nida-e-Haque Mahmud, DDS, BDS, MS, a resident in the pediatric residency program, who recently secured first place in the dental student and resident poster competition at the ’s (SCDA) .
School of Dentistry students experience immersive exchange program in Japan
From March 1 to March 8, a group of dental students and faculty from ºÚÁÏÍø School of Dentistry embarked on an enriching exchange program in Japan.
43rd Annual School of Dentistry Research and Clinical Symposium
The School of Dentistry celebrated its 43rd Annual Research and Clinical Symposium this March in the Holly Auditorium and Foyer at ºÚÁÏÍø. This year’s symposium welcomed a full auditorium as pre-doctoral, doctoral and post-doctoral students, residents, faculty and dental students presented a total of 45 oral and poster research projects.
Graduate student receives 2025 Outstanding PhD Student Research Award
The Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences Awards Committee has named Jaclyn Merlo, MS, a standout researcher in the field of pain therapeutics, as the 2025 Outstanding PhD Student Research Awardee.
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 2025–2026 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’s 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’s 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 ºÚÁÏÍø 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.
ºÚÁÏÍø 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.
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ºÚÁÏÍø’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.
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.
ºÚÁÏÍø of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (ºÚÁÏÍø) 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 […]
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’s Oral Medicine Clinic
We are pleased to welcome , to the ºÚÁÏÍø 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 ºÚÁÏÍø School of Dentistry was awarded the Domestic Access to Care Grant from the .