Leave a message for Dean John A. Valenza, DDS ’81

By Kyle Rogers August 27, 2026

A man in a dark suit raises his hand while a group of people in white lab coats applaud around him in an auditorium setting.

Dean John A. Valenza, DDS ’81, waves to the crowd after being recognized during UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry’s 27th Annual DDS White Coat Ceremony in January. Photo by Shyam Tailor.

The UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry community is encouraged to join in celebrating the retirement of Dean John A. Valenza, DDS ’81, by leaving a message in his virtual guestbook.

You can record a short voice message by calling 949-736-1427 and following the prompts. Prefer to write your message? You can also leave a note in the virtual guestbook.

The guestbook will be available through Monday, Sept. 14.

Virtual guestbook password: john