Dr. Peter Loomer

Professor

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Biography

Peter Loomer is a Professor and Director of the Center for Global Community Oral Health at the University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio School of Dentistry. He joined the faculty on February 1, 2019, and has an extensive background in periodontology and dental education. Loomer previously served as the Chair of the Department of Periodontology and Implant Dentistry at New York University College of Dentistry, where he was also involved in various leadership roles and educational programs aimed at enhancing global oral health. He has dedicated over 25 years to studying the microbiome as it relates to periodontal diseases, with a significant focus on international research initiatives and interprofessional education. His work has taken him to various countries, particularly in East Africa and the Middle East, emphasizing the importance of student international education and faculty development in developing nations.

Research Interests

Periodontology Microbiome and Periodontal Diseases Global Oral Health Interprofessional Education

Experience

Professor

2019-02-01 — Present

University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio • San Antonio, TX

Clinical Professor

2013-01-01 — 2019-01-01

New York University •

Director, Pre-Doctoral Periodontology

1998-01-01 — 2013-01-01

University of California, San Francisco •

Chair, Department of Periodontology and Implant Dentistry

2014-01-01 — 2019-01-01

New York University •

Requirements for The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
TOEFL
Total
Required:95
GRE General
Verbal
Required:150
Quantitative
Required:150
Overall
Required:150
Prerequisites
DDS, DMD or equivalent degree from a CODA approved institution Pass all sections of the Integrated National Board of Dental Examiners (INBDE)
Application Checklist
  • ADEA PASS Application
  • Official Transcripts (ECE or WES evaluation for international)
  • Three Professional Evaluation Forms
  • Institution Evaluation Form (Dean's Letter)
  • Current Photograph
  • Application Fee ($80.00)
Specialization Notes

The Periodontics Residency Certificate is combined with a Master of Dental Science degree.