Dr. Veronica Ledesma

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Veronica Ledesma serves as an Assistant Professor and Clinical Co-Director of the Dental Hygiene Laredo Extension Program at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. She has a rich background in Clinical Dental Hygiene Education. She earned a Master’s degree in Dental Hygiene from the UT Health San Antonio’s School of Dentistry in 2021. Prior to that, she completed her Associate of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene at Austin Community College and earned a Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry from St. Edward's University in Austin, Texas. Her professional journey includes significant roles such as Clinical Coordinator for the Department of Dental Hygiene at Austin Community College and Adjunct Faculty in the same department, where she contributed to the education and training of dental hygiene students. Ledesma brings her extensive experience and knowledge to her students, aiming to enhance their clinical skills and understanding of dental hygiene.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor/Clinical Co-Director

— Present

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

Oversees the Dental Hygiene Laredo Extension Program.

Clinical Coordinator

— Present

Austin Community College • Austin, TX

Managed the clinical education aspects for the Department of Dental Hygiene.

Adjunct Faculty

— Present

Austin Community College • Austin, TX

Provided educational instruction in dental hygiene.

Co-Director Dental Hygiene

— Present

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

Guides the curriculum and operations for the extension program.

Year Clinic Coordinator

— Present

Austin Community College • Austin, TX

Coordinated clinical training for students in the Department of Dental Hygiene.

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.