UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry

On this #MemorialDay, we remember those who laid down their lives for our freedom.

Research from UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry is aboard the International Space Station as part of VIBES — a project studying how low-intensity vibration may help preserve bone health in microgravity. Read more at Go.uth.edu/VIBES. #WeAreUTSD #UTHealthHouston

Still as special. On May 21, 2012, UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry opened its home at 7500 Cambridge St. on the South Campus of the Texas Medical Center — a place where education, patient care, research, and community come together every day. #WeAreUTSD #UTHealthHouston

UTHealth Houston has been named to LinkedIn’s inaugural Top Companies: City Edition list for Houston, recognizing employers that create strong opportunities for career growth, professional development, and long-term success.

UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry orthodontics faculty and residents are proud to recognize World Orthodontic Health Day, highlighting the impact of orthodontic care on oral health, function, confidence, and quality of life. #WeAreUTSD #UTHealthHouston #Orthodontics #WOHD

Congratulations, #ClassOf2026! From crossing the stage to celebrating alongside family and friends, commencement marked an unforgettable milestone for the newest graduates of UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry. #WeAreUTSD #UTHealthHouston #HoustonsHealthUniversity

#ClassOf2026, it’s time! Tune in at Go.uth.edu/Grad2026. #WeAreUTSD #UTHealthHouston #HoustonsHealthUniversity

The stage is set! Join us for UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry’s 121st Commencement Ceremony, as we celebrate the #ClassOf2026 starting at 2 p.m. from NRG Arena. Tune in at Go.uth.edu/Grad2026. #WeAreUTSD #UTHealthHouston #HoustonsHealthUniversity

Over 170 #ClassOf2026 students will cross the stage during UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry’s 121st Commencement Ceremony at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, May 13, at NRG Arena. Read more at Go.uth.edu/Grad2026. #WeAreUTSD #UTHealthHouston #HoustonsHealthUniversity

Next stop: the stage 🎓🧡 Commencement is almost here at UTHealth Houston. #UTHealthHouston #HoustonsHealthUniversity #UTHealthHoustonMade #ClassOf2026

Thank you to our UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry community for joining us at the Alumni and Friends Reception during the TDA Meeting and celebrating the connections and memories that continue to bring us together. #WeAreUTSD #UTHealthHouston #TDAMeeting2026

Professor David E. Jaramillo, DDS, represented UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry on the international stage with invited lectures at major endodontic conferences in Poland and Egypt. Read more at Go.uth.edu/JaramilloEndo. #WeAreUTSD #UTHealthHouston

Averaging 3 restorations per student, the Red Practice earned UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry’s Digital Dentistry Practice of the Year honors for the most CAD/CAM cases completed with the lowest remake rate. Read more at Go.uth.edu/DDPY-2025. #WeAreUTSD #UTHealthHouston

Students at UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry took a “paws” from studying to spend time with a few four-legged companions. Between exams and practicals, tail wags, treats, and quiet moments offered a welcome reset. #WeAreUTSD #UTHealthHouston

The Center for Craniofacial Research and Pediatric Research Center continued their longstanding collaboration with the 2026 Annual Joint Retreat, bringing together faculty, trainees, and research staff from the @UTHealthHouston School of Dentistry and @McGovernMed.

“The white coat is more than a uniform. It is a promise to serve with skill, integrity, and compassion.” Read more at Go.uth.edu/DDSIDEPWC. #WeAreUTSD #UTHealthHouston

After her father’s stroke, Hanan Abdelgilil became one of his caregivers—and saw how oral care supported his recovery, including his ability to swallow and speak. Now at @UTSDhouston, she is pursuing whole-person care with the support of a scholarship. go.uth.edu/Hanan

UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry prosthodontics faculty and residents are proud to recognize National Prosthodontics Awareness Week, highlighting the importance of the dental specialty and its impact on patient care. #WeAreUTSD #UTHealthHouston #Prosthodontics #NPAW2026

Family Day brought the DDS Class of 2029 and their families into the UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry experience — from wax sculpting teeth to exploring the simulation clinic alongside their students. Read more at Go.uth.edu/FamilyDay2026. #WeAreUTSD #UTHealthHouston

Beyond the CV highlights the people behind the leadership at UTHealth Houston. John A. Valenza, DDS, dean of @UTSDHouston, shares his journey to dentistry and his passion for educating the next generation of dental professionals. 🎥 go.uth.edu/BeyondValenza