Victoria Patrounova, RDH, MHA, is a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Periodontics andDental Hygiene Program at the University of Texas (UT) School ofDentistry in Houston. She teaches preclinical technique and clinical practice for both first- and second-year dental hygiene students, in addition to presenting continuing education courses. Patrounova is an advisor for UT Houston's student chapter of the American DentalHygienists' Association, and serves as treasurer for the Greater HoustonDental Hygienists' Society.