UTHSCSA Faculty Profiles v1.0
Pineda, Juanita Lozano
Dental School
Community Dentistry
(210) 567-3196
pinedaj@uthscsa.edu
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| 12/2005 - Present |
Director of Predoctoral Outreach Dental Program |
UTHSCSA, San Antonio, TX |
| 7/2002 - Present |
Clinical Faculty |
UTHSCSA, Community Dentistry, San Antonio, TX |
| Year |
Degree |
Discipline |
Institution |
| 2005 |
Postdoctoral Fellowship |
Hispanic Center of Excellence Fellowship |
UTHSCSA
San Antonio , TX |
| 1987 |
DDS |
Dentistry |
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Dental School
San Antonio , TX |
| 1983 |
BA |
Biology |
St. Mary''s University
San Antonio , TX |
| 1981 |
AA |
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Texas Southmost College
Brownsville , TX |
Ergonomics -
Dental Ergonomics for prevention of Musculoskeletal DIsorders among dental professionals |
Oral Health Disparities -
Disease prevalence and workforce disparities |
Preventive Dentistry -
Clinical oral disease risk assessment and preventive therapies |
| Date |
Description |
Institution |
# Students |
| 8/2009 - 12/2009 |
Clinic Introduction |
The University of Texas Health Science Center |
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| Module Director for Preventive Methods 2 component of this Clinical Introduction Course. Preparation for course included identification and formulation of four cases for group discussions. The case presentations includes review of charts, identification and assessment of oral disease risk factors, development of a preventive plan and preventive counseling/ education that is indicated for risk reduction. Students worked individually and then in groups of four prior to presenting their findings and recommendations to the entire group of 8 students. Discussions followed. |
| 6/2007 - Present |
Ergonomics |
UTHSCSA |
90 students |
| 2 hour lecture to DS II students regarding Ergonomics that identified the risks and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders associated with dentistry and gave instruction on how to prevent occupational injuries by proper office design, seating , posture, work schedule, etc.
Lectures presented:
6/2007 to 90 students
7/2008 to 95 students
7/2009 to 100 students |
| 6/2007 - Present |
IDEP Prematriculation Training |
UTHSCSA |
10 students |
| One hour Lecture presentation followed by 3 hours of clinical activity regarding the process for assessing oral disease risk. Review of necessary forms, preventive products and clinic orientation. Case-based format for discussion of application.
Lecture presentation/activity on: 6/2007 to 10 students,
6/2008 to 10 students and 6/2009 to 10 students. |
| 6/2006 - Present |
Rotation Student Supervision |
Mercy Ministries - Laredo Tx |
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| 8/2002 - Present |
Preventive Dentistry Clinic |
The University of Texas Health Science Center |
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| Course Director - 08/2003 - 05/2004 (720 hours)
08/2004 - 05/2005 (760 hours)
08/2005 - 06/2006 - Course Director (548 hours)
08/2006 - 12/2006 - Course Director (231 hours)
01/2007 - 08/2007 - Course Director (271 hours)
09/2007 - 05/2008 - Course Director (280 hours)
07/2008 - 05/2009 - Course Director (526 hours) |
Abstract |
| Amaechi BT, Pineda JL. Prevalence of Caries among Siblings with and without Asthma; 2008 Apr. (Journal of Dental Research, vol. 87 Sp. Iss. A; Abst. 905).
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| Amaechi BT, Pineda JL, Moore N, Barghi N, Summitt JB. Comparative Efficacy of Whitening Toothpastes and Carbamide Peroxide Bleaching Gel; 2006 Mar. (J Dent Res; vol. 85, no. SI-A).
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| Amaechi BT, Moore C, Pineda JL, Barghi N, Summitt JB. Comparative Efficacy of Whitening Products Assessed with ShadeEye-Ex Chromameter; 2006 Jan. (J Dent Res; vol. 85, no. SI-A).
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| Amaechi BT, Solis, V, Pineda JL, Summitt JB, Barghi N. Antimicrobial Effects of Carbamide Peroxide Gel in Non-Cavitated Fissure Caries Lesions; 2005 Jan. (Caries Res; vol. 39, no. 330).
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| Amaechi BT, Valdez EA, Adewakun AA, Pineda JL. Analysis of fluoride concentrations in some commercially available products; 2005 Jan. (Journal of Dental Research 84, Sp. Iss A (ab. 0841)).
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| Amaechi BT, Adewakun AA, Valdez EA, Pineda JL, Goddard C, McMillan-Hayes AM, Ramsubhag S. Analysis of fluoride sources in Trinidad and Tobago; 2004 Jan. (Hispanic Dental Association News/Reports 140; 20 (ab. 15)).
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Federal |
| Funding Agency |
NIH-NIDCR |
| Title |
Xylitol Adult Trial (X-ACT) |
| Status |
Active |
| Period |
9/2006 - 7/2011 |
| Role |
Contributor |
| Grant Detail |
The objective of this study is to test the effectiveness of xylitol lozenges, taken 4 X daily, in reducing the incidence of dental caries in adults who are prone to caries. |
State |
| Funding Agency |
South Texas Health Research Center |
| Title |
Caries Prevalence in children with asthma |
| Status |
Active |
| Period |
9/2005 - 8/2007 |
| Role |
Co-Investigator |
| Grant Detail |
The goal of this pilot project is to examine the caries status and treatment need of children with asthma and are undergoing treatment for asthma, comparing it with that of their non-asthmatic siblings in order to determine the possible influence of the treatment on their susceptibility to caries. |
