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PACE Center

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The PACE Center helps students, alumni, and dental professionals succeed in dentistry. Our consulting team provides career development guidance for students and new alumni as they make successful transitions into the professional world.

About the PACE Center

We are an ADA CERP accredited provider, hosting more than 60 continuing dental education programs annually. Our goal is to keep alumni, students, and professionals connected through school news, community programs, and events.

PACE comprises Practice Consulting, Alumni Relations, Communications, and Continuing Dental Education and Events. These four components define UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry's focus on a new initiative to set the pace for career readiness by enhancing knowledge and skill through innovative continuing education courses.

Practice Consulting

At UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry, our experienced consultants provide personalized guidance to help you improve your practice's efficiency, patient care, and overall performance. We offer actionable solutions tailored to your unique needs, helping you build a stronger, more successful dental practice.

Alumni

Join a community of nearly 10,000 graduates who have shaped the dental profession worldwide. Stay connected with classmates, access alumni events, and keep up with the latest updates through our monthly newsletter.

Communications

UTHealth Houston has a communications team at each of its schools, with members of the Media Relations Team (based at University Center Tower) assigned to specific schools as well.

Continuing Education

Advance your skills with UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry's Continuing Education programs. Our expert-led courses offer hands-on learning for dental professionals at all levels, supporting your growth in the latest techniques and practices.

Featured Events

Integrating Lasers into Your Everyday Clinical Practice: ALD Dental Laser Standard Level Certification Course

This program is designed to enhance the practitioner's knowledge and understanding of the science, function and roles that lasers can offer your patients. You will gain an understanding of the science, physics and tissue interaction as they relate to clinical procedures you will be able to perform. Emphasis will be on showing how variations in lasers' physical properties — such as wavelength, power and temporal modes — can be used to alter the desired outcomes. Friday, April 10, 2026 & Saturday, April 11, 2026

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Endodontics Unveiled: Demystifying Non-Surgical Root Canal Treatment

This course is designed to equip dentists with the essential knowledge and skills to perform non-surgical root canal treatment. Non-surgical endodontic therapy is a critical aspect of dental practice, and with the latest advances in techniques and technologies, it is now possible to save a greater number of teeth than ever before. Friday, April 17, 2026

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ACDE Webinar Series

From the Association for Continuing Dental Education, this series features university-based key opinion leaders presenting numerous topics on multiple dates and times. Presentations are available to meet every dental professional’s schedule and interests. Live, Interactive Webinars. Frequent Offerings.

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Dental Hygiene Local Infiltration Anesthesia

Are you a dental hygienist looking to enhance your clinical expertise? Look no further! Our comprehensive Local Infiltration Anesthesia Certification Course is designed just for you. Didactic & Hands-On Offerings. Online Didactic (1st): 20-hour, pre-recorded program. Hands-On Training (2nd): Given across two days.

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Alumni Organizations

Doctor of Dental Surgery Program

Dental Hygiene Program

Postgraduate/Advanced Education Programs

Contact Us

PACE Center

7500 Cambridge St., Suite 6152
Houston, TX 77054