Dr. Gisela Bona

Professor

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Biography

Gisela V. Bona is a professor at the UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry, specializing in pediatric dentistry. She is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and is dedicated to teaching pre-doctoral students and post-doctoral residents. Her clinical interests include infant oral health, prevention, dental trauma, and the management of conditions such as cleft lip and palate. Dr. Bona has extensive training, having earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from Universidad Autónoma de Honduras and furthering her education with multiple certificates and a Master’s degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. She is active in various professional organizations, including the College of Diplomates of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Dental Association, and the Texas Pediatric Dental Association. Bilingual in English and Spanish, she is committed to advancing pediatric dental care and education.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
DDS or DMD degree from an ADA-accredited dental school Eligibility for Texas dental licensure
Application Checklist
  • ADEA PASS Application
  • Official Dental School Transcripts
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Match Program Registration
  • Institutional Evaluation Form
Specialization Notes

Department of Orthodontics; involves a 26-month certificate and Master of Science in Dentistry (MSD) track.