Events
Smarter Prescribing, Healthier Outcomes: Lecture Explores Antibiotic Stewardship in Dentistry
With the Centers for Disease Control estimating that more than 2.8 million antibiotic-resistant infections occur in the U.S. each year, more focus is given to antibiotic stewardship programs to promote smarter prescribing, optimize better patient outcomes and minimize the risk of antibiotic resistance. Dr. Erinne Kennedy will present “Antibiotic Stewardship: Policy, Practice and Processes,” during the biennial Brauman-Bell Alpha Omega Lectureship presented by Texas A&M University College of Dentistry, Thursday, Oct. 16. Read More
Tooth & Turf brings friendly competition
The inaugural Tooth & Turf for Texas A&M College of Dentistry event launched Sept. 27, blending philanthropy and sportsmanship. Dental college classes competed in turf-based games, raising funds to support future outreach initiatives. Read More
Texas A&M College of Dentistry salutes 120th anniversary Oct. 3
Texas A&M College of Dentistry in Dallas marks the end of its yearlong 120th anniversary, which will culminate with a Boots & Burs celebration Friday, Oct. 3, from 6-8 p.m. at Las Colinas Country Club in Irving. “Boots” is a nod to the dental college’s Texas roots, and a “bur” is a common dental instrument. Read More
The journey begins
One hundred thirty-five of Texas A&M College of Dentistry's new students donned white coats today, marking their entry into the clinical phase of dental education and assuming the responsibilities associated with patient care. The white coat is a symbol of the commitment each is making to the dental profession and their pledge to provide the highest standards of oral health and patient care. Read More
Recruiting future dental professionals
About 130 students attended a recent recruitment event at Texas A&M College of Dentistry. The dental college hosts tour days so predental students may tour the campus with dental students, learn about the admissions process and ask questions. Read More
Students place fourth in Dental Olympics
Their days are usually spent learning oral anatomy. Still, Texas A&M College of Dentistry dental students took a break March 29 to compete with other dental students around the state in the annual Dental Olympics. They placed a disappointing fourth, failing for the second year to recapture their 2023, but having fun was the main objective. Read More
First impressions matter
Texas A&M College of Dentistry's Student National Dental Association (SNDA) held its annual Impressions Day event on Saturday, March 1. Read More
Fall Festival promises good food, spooky fun
Tweak your recipes and fine-tune your costumes! Faculty, staff and students are invited to the annual Fall Festival at Texas A&M College of Dentistry Oct. 31. Read More
Morris Minton Lectureship set for Oct. 8
The 2024 Morris Minton Lectureship is 3 to 5 p.m. Oct. 8 in Room 605 of the AEB. Speaker is Dr. Kathleen Nichols. Read More
Celebrate Aggie Spirit at Howdy Week
The fall semester is underway, and Howdy Week is planned for Sept. 23-27. New and returning students are invited to celebrate the Aggie Spirit and learn more about the university's resources. Read More