Dr. Bryan Henderson II, a dentist anesthesiologist and adjunct professor in Texas A&M University College of Dentistry’s Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department, was recently appointed chair of the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners by Gov. Greg Abbott. The board regulates the practice of dentistry, dental hygiene and other dental-related professions. 

Henderson is a longtime member of the board and will serve until his most recent term ends in February 2029. In his new role, he will oversee the agency’s various regulatory committees and preside over the board meetings.  

The 11-member board meets quarterly, as well as for informal settlement sessions. The board includes six dentists, three dental hygienists and two members of the public. Each term is six years, and no board member may serve more than two consecutive terms. 

As the presiding officer, Henderson maintains order and steers discussions that impact public policy. 

“Our duty is to the people of Texas,” said Henderson, who chaired TSBDE’s anesthesia committee since 2018. “We’re committed to building trust through transparency and moving forward in a way that benefits every community we serve.”  

Dr. Likith Reddy, professor and head of oral and maxillofacial surgery at A&M Dentistry, praised Henderson. 

“His understanding of the profession, combined with his leadership, will make him an ideal choice for this role,” Reddy said. 

Henderson earned his dental degree in 1987 from Baylor College of Dentistry, now A&M Dentistry, before joining the faculty in 1989 and serving in several full- and part-time teaching positions. Henderson owns a practice in Dallas and provides care at Disability Dental Services in Grand Prairie about once a month. 

Henderson earned a certificate in anesthesia from Medical College of Pennsylvania, now Drexel University College of Medicine and is a past president of the American Society of Dentist Anesthesiologists.