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January 14, 2026
School of Dentistry clinician Vinaya Kundapur, BDS, MDS, explains the hidden connection between oral health and brain health and offers guidance for families caring for loved ones with dementia.
January 6, 2026
Esthetic dentistry is often misunderstood as purely cosmetic. At UT Dentistry, advanced treatments restore confidence, improve function and protect long-term oral health through personalized care and digital technology.
October 30, 2025
With one of the lowest dentist-to-patient ratios in the U.S., and some of the nation’s highest childhood cavity rates, the research team is launching a school-centered program to promote prevention and build lifelong healthy habits.
August 20, 2025
Many expectant parents are unaware that oral health plays a critical role for moms and babies. Shilpi Mistry, BDS, MPH, explained the risks of untreated gum disease, misconceptions about safety and how patients and providers can protect maternal and infant health through proper prenatal dental care.
August 4, 2025
A new study from UT Health San Antonio and Stanford University scientists brings greater understanding about how the body detects different sensations such as pain, itch and touch.
July 16, 2025
Every dental patient is different and even small improvements in dental materials can have a big impact on their care. But selecting the best products to ensure long-term, reliable results can involve time-intensive trial and error. A collaboration between The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio) and The […]