Alumni
‘We make a life by what we give’
February 7, 2025
For alumnus David Yu, DDS, MS, the bond with the School of Dentistry is lifelong. A supporter of the programs that shaped his career and mentor to the next generation of dental professionals, Yu exemplifies the power of giving back.
Part of something bigger than himself
January 19, 2024
Gone are the days of transparencies, slides and overhead projectors thanks to Gary Guest, DDS, who played a key role in adopting technological advancements in dental education and patient care at the School of Dentistry.
Accolades
December 16, 2022
School of Dentistry faculty, staff and students were recognized in 2022 for clinical excellence, leadership, research and so much more.
Just the facts
December 16, 2022
The No. 1 dental school in Texas, according to an international ranking, UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry continued to raise the bar while supporting its missions in 2022.
Meeting the need
December 16, 2022
Class of 2010 alumna, Christina Meiners, DDS, FICD, recounts her journey to becoming a dentist, explains her passion for outreach and advocacy for more underrepresented minorities within the dental professions.
Alumnus Continues Family Legacy of Dedication to Dental Excellence
December 15, 2021
Ronald K. Crabtree, DDS Class of 1983, is the grandson of an oral surgeon and son of a specialist in oral and maxillofacial radiology. He is continuing the family’s legacy of providing outstanding oral care with his wife, son and daughter-in-law. His son-in-law and daughter have an orthodontic practice.
Graduate Following Mentors’ Footsteps
December 15, 2021
Kara Tapangan, DDS Class of 2019, decided to attend the School of Dentistry at UT Health San Antonio because her mentors are alumni. She fondly recalls the strong faculty support system that helped her to excel. Dr. Tapangan is an associate dentist in San Antonio and working toward partnership.
Dental Hygienist Enjoys Challenging, Rewarding Role
December 15, 2021
Karla Roush, BSDH Class of 2015, RDH, has found her niche as a dental hygienist in a unique environment. Roush works in the San Antonio State Supported Living Center with adults who have intellectual and development disabilities. She has learned to be sensitive to patients’ very specific needs while helping them maintain good oral hygiene.
Graduate Blends Pediatric Dentistry, Military Career
December 15, 2021
Amanda N. Robles, BSDH Class of 2019, RDH, credits great professors for her success in earning her degree in the School of Dentistry. Robles has found her calling in pediatric dentistry as a dental hygienist. She also enjoys a career as a member of the Texas Air National Guard.
Alumni Share Professional Accomplishments
December 15, 2021
Read about professional accomplishments by graduates of the School of Dentistry at UT Health San Antonio. Our graduates are leaders in general and specialty dentistry across the state and the country.
School of Dentistry: In Memoriam
December 15, 2021
The School of Dentistry at UT Health San Antonio mourns the loss of Paul E. McLerran, DDS Class of 1974, of San Antonio and Todd R. Ehrlich, DDS Class of 1998, FACD, of Spicewood.
Amber Ather, DMD, Named 2021 10 Under 10 Award Winner
December 15, 2021
Amber Ather, DMD, was named one of the 2021 10 Under 10 Award winners by the American Dental Association. He graduated from the School of Dentistry’s Advanced Education in Endodontics program in 2020 and completed his Master of Science in Dental Science in 2021.