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A Message from Dean John A. Valenza, DDS ’81

After 42 years in dental education — including 38 at his alma mater — Dean John A. Valenza, DDS ’81, shares his plans to retire on Aug. 31, 2026, and reflects on his journey from student to dean at UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry.

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Two dental students wearing masks and protective gowns pose with a smiling patient in a dental chair during the Give Vets a Smile event at UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry.

Give Vets a Smile honors 90 veterans with free dental care

UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry provided more than $55,000 of free care to 90 local veterans during the 11th Annual Give Vets a Smile.

People gathered in a hallway near poster boards, engaged in conversation during an indoor event.

15th Annual Student Research Showcase highlights findings

Students presented findings to the UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry community during the 15th Annual Student Research Showcase.

Three researchers in lab coats and scrubs stand in a research lab at UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry.

UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry joins $17M national effort to transform jaw pain treatment

A team of oral and maxillofacial surgeons from UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry is helping lead a $17 million national research initiative to better understand and treat temporomandibular disorders.

Group standing behind a table with dental products and brochures at an indoor event.

UT Dentists, School of Dentistry promote oral health at half marathon health fair

Volunteers from UT Dentists and UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry provided individuals with free oral and dental screenings along with oral hygiene education as part of the annual UTHealth Houston Half Marathon and 10K health fair.

A group of adults poses in front of a large illuminated sign reading “Welcome UTDB CLASS OF 2005,” indicating a reunion event.

Dental Class of 2005 celebrates 20-year reunion

The UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry Dental Class of 2005 celebrated its 20-year reunion in Austin, reconnecting over shared memories, milestones, and two decades of personal and professional growth.

Students gathered indoors during the Loupes Fair event, with several attendees standing in line and holding items.

ASDA hosts annual Loupes Fair for students

The American Student Dental Association chapter at UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry recently hosted its annual Loupes Fair, giving students the opportunity to explore the essential tools for their clinical training.