Texas A&M University College of Dentistry Professor Shares Texas Dentist of the Year Honor

Partha Mukherji, D.D.S., FAGD, Assistant Professor in Comprehensive Dentistry at Texas A&M University College of Dentistry (Texas A&M Dentistry) in Dallas, TX, teaches dental students treatment fundamentals. However, his passion is advocating for the needs and interests of present and future general dentists. 

From left to right: Victor Rodriguez, D.D.S., and Partha Mukherji, D.D.S., FAGD.

That dedication was saluted September 2025 in Austin, TX, as Dr. Mukherji and his longtime friend, Victor Rodriguez, D.D.S., of Houston, TX, owner of Clear Lake Dental Associates in Houston and an Adjunct Professor at UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry, were named co-recipients of 2025 Texas Dentist of the Year at the Texas Academy Awards, Texas Academy of General Dentistry’s celebratory event. Each was honored for service to his community and the dental profession, commitment to continuing education, leadership and professional excellence.  

Drs. Mukherji and Rodriguez were chosen from 13 nominees. Hanna Lindskog, D.D.S., MAGD, Texas AGD Immediate Past President, praised them for dedication to patient care, mentorship and innovation. 

“Drs. Mukherji and Rodriguez motivate us all to reach higher and continue advancing the future of dentistry,” Dr. Lindskog shared in a written statement. 

Dr. Mukherji, a 2001 Texas A&M Dentistry graduate and a Bay City native, was nominated by Fort Worth Academy of General Dentistry, where he’s a past president and former secretary/treasurer of Texas AGD. He serves as Region 18 Director of the Academy of General Dentistry, the national organization.  

Texas AGD focuses on general dentistry and has more than 2,900 members. Dentist of the Year award winners are both general dentists and specialists. 

“It’s inspiring being in the room with some of the best human beings in our profession,” Dr. Mukherji said. “These individuals are true servant leaders. I was just honored to be in the same room with them.”  

Dr. Mukherji taught part time at Texas A&M Dentistry and served on Tarrant County College’s registered dental assistant advisory board for several years before joining Texas A&M Dentistry’s faculty full time in April. He worked for six years at Harris Southwest Dental & Aesthetic Dental Innovations in Fort Worth, TX, part of Heartland Dental, and also worked at Beyond Dental & Implant Center and M Dentistry, his own practice, both in Fort Worth. 

Dr. Mukherji’s charitable endeavors include volunteering with nonprofits Texas Mission of Mercy, a mobile dental clinic that travels the state to provide free dental care, and Mercy Clinic, a no-charge faith-based dental clinic in Fort Worth. He also provides dental screenings in schools as a volunteer with Save a Smile, led by Cook Children’s in Fort Worth.

He serves on Texas Dental Association’s Annual Meeting Council, where Dr. Mukherji will be Vice Chair for next year’s meeting in San Antonio, TX. In addition, he’s deputy regent for District 15 (Texas) International College of Dentists. 

“Professionally, I find the biggest joy in service...,” Dr. Mukherji said. “I’m inspired by so many people who’ve been on my journey. From the platforms that I’ve been given, I want to ensure that others are empowered to have a voice. In some shape, form or fashion, we are all in this together.” 

Erica Teixeira, D.D.S., Ph.D., M.S., Department Head of Comprehensive Dentistry at Texas A&M Dentistry, called him an invaluable member of the academic community. She said the award is a testament to Dr. Mukherji’s commitment to excellence. 

“His leadership, professionalism and dedication have enriched our school and inspired colleagues and students,” Dr. Teixeira said. 

Texas A&M University College of Dentistry 

Texas A&M University College of Dentistry (formerly Baylor College of Dentistry) in Dallas, TX, is a part of Texas A&M University and Texas A&M Health. Founded in 1905, the Texas A&M University College of Dentistry is a nationally recognized center for oral health sciences education, research, specialized patient care and continuing dental education. Learn more at dentistry.tamu.edu and follow @TAMUdental.  

Courtesy of Texas A&M University College of Dentistry