UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry welcomed 179 graduates of the Classes of 2024 to its alumni base during the 119th Commencement Ceremony on May 10 inside NRG Arena.
UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry successfully held the inaugural Alumni Dental Prom in the spring. The event saw attendees gather to share memories, connect with colleagues, and raise $7,000 towards student scholarships.
UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry is ranked first in Texas and 10th nationally among dental schools that received research funding from the National Institutes of Health in 2023, according to the annual Blue Ridge rankings.
Known by several names throughout its history, UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry has served Southeast Texas since 1905, providing a broad range of services, from fillings to reconstructive surgery. Patients are cared for by students and residents under faculty supervision.
Each year, we enroll 100 DDS and 40 dental hygiene students. UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry students gain clinical skills at on-site clinics, hospitals, and through community outreach projects. Advanced and continuing education programs are offered as well.
UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry excels in several areas of research, including the biomedical and clinical sciences, education, dental informatics, and much more. Our research programs benefit from state-of-the-art equipment and world-renowned faculty.
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