Professor 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
— PresentUniversity of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio • San Antonio, TX
Oversees the Dental Hygiene Laredo Extension Program.
Clinical Coordinator
— PresentAustin Community College • Austin, TX
Managed the clinical education aspects for the Department of Dental Hygiene.
Adjunct Faculty
— PresentAustin Community College • Austin, TX
Provided educational instruction in dental hygiene.
Co-Director Dental Hygiene
— PresentUniversity of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio • Laredo, TX
Guides the curriculum and operations for the extension program.
Year Clinic Coordinator
— PresentAustin 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
TOEFL
GRE General
Prerequisites
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.