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Pies for a cause: Students take aim for patients’ dental needs
Students came from all over campus Nov. 20 to throw pies in the faces of some of Texas A&M College of Dentistry's popular professors. A bit of sweet fun during a semester full of tests and long study sessions, and all for a good cause.
Tips for a teeth-friendly Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving traditions include family, fun and food. However, don’t forget your oral health when indulging in the tempting dishes. Turkey, the centerpiece of most tables, is a smart choice for your plate, said Maureen Brown, interim executive director of the dental hygiene program at Texas A&M University College of Dentistry in Dallas and assistant clinical professor. It’s a lean protein rich in phosphorus, which works together with calcium and vitamin D to keep teeth strong and gums healthy.
Dehghanian wins People’s Choice honor
Dr. Paria Dehghanian, a fourth-year graduate student in the oral and craniofacial biomedical sciences program at Texas A&M College of Dentistry, received the People's Choice honor at the Three Minute Thesis competition Nov. 14 at Texas A&M University Graduate and Professional School in College Station. She's one of three awardees among 85 competitors. Dehghanian competed in the doctoral division.
Dr. Marc J. Worob, alumnus, named AGD president
Dr. Marc J. Worob (Class of 1979, then-Baylor College of Dentistry) of Austin was installed as president of The Academy of General Dentistry Nov. 16, during its annual meeting in Chicago. Worob, who has been actively involved in AGD on multiple levels for more than 40 years, is an advocate for continuous dental education, aiming to enhance the skills of general dentists and improve the oral health of the public, AGD's press release stated.
Crump named secretary/treasurer of American Academy of Periodontology
Dr. Brad Crump, an adjunct clinical assistant professor at Texas A&M College of Dentistry’s periodontics department, was recently elected secretary/treasurer of the American Academy of Periodontology, a one-year term, ascending to the role of president over the next four years. The organization represents nearly 7,500 periodontists.
Expanding their skills
Several area dental assistants were on Texas A&M College of Dentistry's campus Nov. 15 for the hands-on portion and final day of continuing education to learn applications of pit and fissure sealants. It was the first time Texas A&M College of Dentistry offered the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners-approved course, and the first two sessions were interactive webinars earlier in the week.
Retired and remaining important to the profession
Texas A&M College of Dentistry hosted retired dentists - including College of Dentistry alumni and past presidents of the Dallas County Dental Society - this week for a tour of our clinics and labs. They shared their stories with the students - the next generation of dentists.
Two dental hygiene students earn scholarships
Two students in Texas A&M College of Dentistry's dental hygiene program received scholarships this month. First-year dental hygiene student Kleesha Bevans received the IDEA Student RDH Scholarship from Texas Dental Hygienist's Association, while second-year student Megan Fletcher won the 2025 Dr. Janice DeWald Scholarship from Dallas Dental Hygienists' Association, the final year the scholarship will be given.
Candy lover’s regret? Save your smile
Admit it. You spent much of the last few days secretly rummaging through your children’s remaining Halloween candy, searching for your favorite chocolate bars, caramels and lollipops. Some of you even stocked up on discounted candy after Halloween and ate an entire bag of mixed candy while watching TV.
Three College of Dentistry faculty members honored for promotions
In a special ceremony this week at Texas A&M University College of Dentistry, Drs. Jayne Reuben, Nina Ray and Simmi Patel received recognition for their faculty promotions.
A lasting gift: Remembering those who donated for anatomical education
Texas A&M College of Dentistry faculty, students and staff took time out Oct. 20 on campus to remember and recognize the 25 people whose bodies were donated last year for dental college students' anatomical education. Each person and their families gave a gift to science so dental students could learn for the benefit of future patients.
Dental students take first and second in New Orleans
Texas A&M College of Dentistry third-year dental students Jessica Vu and David Qin placed first and second, respectively, in the poster research competition Speaking Well at the Speak Easy at the annual American College of Prosthodontics meeting Oct. 22-25 in New Orleans, Louisiana.