Salute Magazine
2020 issue
A Message from the Dean
Peter Michael Loomer, B.Sc., D.D.S., Ph.D., MRCD(C), FACD, welcomes readers to the special 50th anniversary issue of Salute, the official magazine of the School of Dentistry at UT Health San Antonio.
50 Years of Excellence: An Introduction to School’s History
Responding to a dire need in Texas for dentists, the 61st Legislature passed HB 79 in 1969 establishing The University of Texas Dental School at San Antonio. The School of Dentistry is now one of the country's top schools.
50 Years of Excellence in Education
The School of Dentistry at UT Health San Antonio is celebrating 50 years of educating compassionate, highly trained general dentists, dental hygienists and dental specialties experts.
50 Years of Excellence in Patient Care
For 50 years, the School of Dentistry at UT Health San Antonio has provided the most advanced, comprehensive patient care to area residents. While treating patients, students and residents have received invaluable experience.
50 Years of Excellence in Research
Over the last 50 years, the School of Dentistry's research endeavors have continued to evolve and expand. Today, the school is one of the nation's top 10 research programs.
Celebrating Excellence in Dental Hygiene
From its modest beginnings in 1976 with a two-year certificate program, the Dental Hygiene Division has grown into an outstanding program with undergraduate and graduates degrees.
Just the Facts: Infographics on Graduates
Infographics detail the UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry's graduates from 1974 through 2020.
A Legacy of Leadership: Our Dental Deans
Seven individuals have helped shape the School of Dentistry by serving as dean. Each has led during a unique time with special challenges and accomplishments.
Graduates Share Experiences 50 Years Apart
First dental and dental hygiene graduates explain challenges and benefits of being in historic classes. The 2020 graduates describe their unique experience of finishing their studies and graduating during a global pandemic.
School Adapts Immediately to COVID-19 Pandemic
As the world shut down because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the School of Dentistry's academic leadership team figured out how to offer virtual classes and exams while the clinical team implemented new PPE and safety procedures.
Graduate Leads Initiative To Create Face Shields
Kyle King, D.D.S. Class of 2015, in Lufkin, Texas, decided to take action when he saw the PPE crisis at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. He created face shields and organized his community to support the project with money and time.