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García named to Women in Business list
Dr. Lily T. García, dean of Texas A&M University College of Dentistry in Dallas, was celebrated Aug. 21 as one of Dallas Business Journal’s Women in Business honorees this year. García, who’s also a prosthodontist, was among 30 North Texas women chosen from more than 280 nominees.
Texas A&M College of Dentistry names two leaders
Drs. Erica and Fabricio Teixeira joined Texas A&M College of Dentistry in July in leadership roles. Erica Teixeira takes the leadership reins of comprehensive dentistry and Fabricio Teixeira is the dental college’s new head of endodontics.
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
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.
End of an era: Longtime library associate turns a page
Cheryl Howell had a plan when she started working as a library clerk at what's now Texas A&M College of Dentistry. “I was only going to be here for a little while, and then I was going to go back to get my bachelor's (degree) in nutrition,” she said. Luckily, Howell stayed. And after 44 years of cataloging, researching and providing either academic or emotional support - often both at the same time - to anyone who entered the library, "Ms. Cheryl" is closing this chapter and retiring today. The library associate who earned a President's Meritorious Service Award from the Texas A&M system in 2019 and is known for her warm smile won't be forgotten.
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.
Showing gratitude
The Community Outreach Office in public health sciences at Texas A&M College of Dentistry hosted its Annual Preceptor Appreciation Luncheon Aug. 22 during the 2025 Southwest Dental Conference at Hilton Anatole in Dallas.
Exclusive interview with Tooth Fairy Tammy
By special request and because it's National Tooth Fairy Day, Tooth Fairy Tammy sat down with Texas A&M College of Dentistry in Dallas to answer children's questions about oral health care and reveal some of the behind-the-scenes, never-before-revealed inner workings of the tooth fairy world. Tammy only speaks Fairy, as all fairies do, so Jane C. Cotter, associate professor in Texas A&M's dental hygiene program, was her interpreter.
Mallonee honored for her service
Professor Lisa Mallonee, associate dean for faculty affairs at Texas A&M College of Dentistry in Dallas, was honored recently with a Chair of the ADEA Board of Directors Citation for her service to the American Dental Education Association. Mallonee, dually registered as a dental hygienist and a dietitian, was one of 10 members recognized at the annual meeting in National Harbor, Maryland.
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 ...
Providing a healthy start to the new school year
Texas A&M College of Dentistry dental students Sofia Ferguson and Molly Keller provided oral health education Aug. 9 at T.R. Hoover CDC's Back-to-School Jam! Stomp the Violence Event. The dental college has participated for several years.
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.