Shaza
Abass, BDS, MS, PhD, FFDRCSI (Ad Eundem)
- Orthodontics
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Locations
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Orthodontics Clinic
Center for Oral Health Care and Research
8210 Floyd Curl Drive, 2nd. Floor
San Antonio, TX 78229 -
210-450-3500
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About Me
Dr. Shaza Abass is an orthodontist and craniofacial specialist dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care for children, adolescents, and adults. She is an Assistant Professor of Orthodontics at UT Health San Antonio, where she treats patients, teaches future orthodontists, and leads advanced clinical programs.
Dr. Abass has extensive experience in comprehensive orthodontic treatment, including braces, clear aligners, and early interceptive orthodontics. She has a special clinical focus on craniofacial conditions, including cleft lip and palate.
She earned her PhD in Dental Sciences from Indiana University (USA) and completed advanced orthodontic training, combining strong clinical expertise with a commitment to patient safety, ethics, and evidence-based care. Dr. Abass has served in senior academic leadership roles internationally and has published widely in orthodontics and craniofacial research.
Dr. Abass is passionate about helping patients achieve healthy, confident smiles while ensuring that every treatment plan is personalized, ethical, and grounded in the latest scientific evidence.
Gender
Female
Languages
Arabic, English
Credentials
Education
Dental School:
Bachelor of Dental Surgery - University of Khartoum, Sudan
Qualifications
Board Certification:
Postgraduate Certificate - Research Ethics - University of Maryland
MS - Clinical Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics - University of Khartoum, Sudan
Ph.D - Dental Sciences - Indiana University School of Dentistry