Ray Jeter

Ray Jeter serves as Assistant Professor and Interim Chief Dental Officer in the Department of Restorative Sciences at Augusta University's Dental College of Georgia. A 30-year veteran of Air Force dental and medical informatics services, he brings extensive clinical and innovation expertise to academic dentistry.

His educational credentials include:

• DMD in Dentistry from University of South Carolina (1987)
• BS in Biology from The Citadel (1983)

Dr. Jeter's research centers on caries prevention through sealants and minimally invasive techniques like occlusal caries biopsy, with significant contributions to dental informatics standards. His leadership as Chair of the ADA Standards Committee on Dental Informatics (2014-present) drives national and international (ISO) standardization efforts in digital dentistry.

His 2017 publication on occlusal caries biopsy exemplifies his focus on tooth preservation through early intervention, aligning with broader research themes in preventive restorative approaches.

Award recognition includes:

• Three consecutive Most Valuable Faculty Awards from DCG (2022-2024)
• Pierre Fauchard Academy's Excellence in Dental Education Award (2023)
• ADA SCDI Chairman's Award (2022)

Dr. Jeter actively shapes dental education through courses like Operative Dentistry and Restorative Clinic, with special emphasis on D1/D3 preclinical instruction. His institutional service spans Curriculum, Faculty Development, and Student Affairs committees, while professional leadership includes CAMBRA Conference planning and ADA House of Delegates representation.