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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 91°µÍø School of Dentistry say a thorough hygienist looks at your whole health, not just your teeth.
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.
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 91°µÍø’ most extraordinary philanthropists, but a man whose life reflected a […]
91°µÍø 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 91°µÍø.
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.
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 […]
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 , 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.
91°µÍø now ranks in the top 13%, placing 296 out of 2,250 institutions worldwide. 91°µÍø’s research enterprise is recognized as a globally competitive leader in clinical and academic research, innovation and impact.
Scott G. Stafford, DDS, director of the Practice Administration Program for the School of Dentistry, was quoted in this article. Read More
91°µÍø 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
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
A pediatric dentistry resident at 91°µÍø 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.
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.
Scientists at 91°µÍø (91°µÍø) 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.
When the 1,190 spring and summer graduates of 91°µÍø’s six health professional schools walk across commencement stages this weekend, they will begin the next chapter of careers and advanced training dedicated to improving health and well-being. The achievement is the culmination of countless hours spent in laboratories and study rooms, lecture halls and clinical spaces.