For National Oral Health Month, Maiara Hister-Cockrell, DDS, shared how hormonal changes during different life stages can significantly impact the health of a woman's gums, teeth and overall oral hygiene.

Sohini Dhar, DDS, assistant professor Department of Comprehensive Dentistry, elected Director-at-Large to the AAPHD for a three-year term.

Peter Loomer, DDS, PhD, MBA, MRCD(C), FACD, discusses how oral health has an impact on overall health and how the School's new research center focuses on improving oral health in the community. 

Eddie M. Cortez, DDS, shares insights on the primary causes of tooth sensitivity and offers advice on prevention and treatment in the most recent Ask the Dentist video.

Incorporating these practices into your daily routine ensures that you are doing your part to safeguard the privacy of patients at UT Health San Antonio.

July 18, 2024

12 p.m. to 1 p.m. 

Presenters: Shirley Lewis, BDS, CAGS, MSD and Hala Shakir, BDS, MPH, DPH

The transition to bi-weekly payroll began for some employees earlier this year and will occur in stages over the next 18 months for all employees. Watch the video to learn more.

This issue includes information about ANATOMY.TV; the process of preparing records and transferring university archives; the featured e-book of the month; and more.

Charles Katz Drive will be excavated from Monday, July 8, to Saturday, July 20, notwithstanding inclement weather. Road closures and available alternate routes will be communicated to the university community before the work begins.

July 17, 2024

3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Center for Oral Health Care and Research

UT Health San Antonio Multispecialty and Research Hospital hiring event

July 31, 2024 

9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Norris Event Center

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