Students
Healthy smiles in Rowlett
Texas A&M College of Dentistry dental student Isabella Mitri and dental hygiene student Zoe Spataro provided oral health information Sept. 13 at Zion Baptist Church Health Fair in Rowlett. They, along with Sukhmani Nanda, a predental student from The University of Texas at Dallas, gave away toothbrushes, stickers and coloring pages. Read More
Promoting good oral health in the community
Students from Texas A&M College of Dentistry in Dallas screened 49 people for oral health problems Aug. 23 at the annual Community Health & Wellness Fair at the Islamic Association of Lewisville & Flower Mound. Dental and dental hygiene students screened attendees of all ages for oral health issues Read More
Starting earlier for better clinical training and care
Texas A&M College of Dentistry is expanding its popular sealant program in five independent school districts - Dallas, Carrollton-Farmers Branch, Garland, Richardson and Irving - to include more dental students. Previously, only third- and fourth-year dental students could participate in the community outreach program; however, beginning today, second-year students will provide sealant care too. Read More
An oral health homerun
Texas A&M College of Dentistry dental students participated in Mission Arlington’s Texas Ranger Day Aug. 9, a community outreach event blending dental care and fan appreciation. Under the supervision and guidance of Dr. Dax Sinn, adjunct professor in public health sciences ... Read More
Ringing in the new school year with healthy smiles
Texas A&M College of Dentistry dental students provided dental screenings and oral health education Aug. 9 at Lancaster Independent School District's Back-to-School Bash at Lancaster High School. Students James Tran, Jose Torres, Juliet Pridgen and Ethan Chang were supervised by Dr. Ioana Demeter, clinical assistant professor in public health services. 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
Compassionate care in action
At Allan Saxe Dental Clinic of nonprofit Mission Arlington, fourth-year dental students of Texas A&M College of Dentistry in Dallas volunteered July 26 to provide free tooth extractions for underserved patients. Under the supervision of Dr. Dax Sinn, adjunct professor in public health sciences, students gained hands-on clinical experience while delivering essential care. Read More
Providing an education in healthy teeth
Dental students Jordan Batagower and David Qin provided dental health information and education July 12 at the United Juntos Health Fair at Bachman Recreation Center in Dallas. Read More
Education with a smile
Dental students Byung Joo Park and Kevin Ho provided education and information June 14 at Children on the Mend’s health fair at Duncanville High School in Duncanville. COTM, a nonprofit, advocates for youth and young adults who face challenges such as social influences and emotional volatility, often exacerbated by incarceration and high-risk environments, its website stated. Read More
Recent dental grads awarded licenses at event
Recent dental graduates of Texas A&M University College of Dentistry gathered July 1 to receive their dental licenses at the 2025 Licensing Expo in Austin. Attendees reported that approximately 25-30 of the new graduates attended the event, which was optional. It was hosted by Texas State Board of Dental Examiners. Read More