Robert Gamble

Dr. Robert Gamble serves as the Director of Restorative Dentistry and Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) Program Director at Howard University College of Dentistry. Appointed in 2016 and promoted to tenured Associate Professor in 2023, his career spans over 30 years including significant leadership in military dental programs.

His educational background includes:

• Bachelor of Arts in History from University of Rochester (1982)
• Doctor of Dental Surgery from Howard University College of Dentistry (1986)
• Certificate in Comprehensive Dentistry from Naval Dental School (1993)

Dr. Gamble's professional focus centers on advancing Restorative Dentistry and Comprehensive Dentistry through clinical education and program leadership. His expertise is demonstrated through board certifications and development of postdoctoral training curricula that integrate advanced clinical techniques with evidence-based practice.

His distinguished honors include:

• Diplomate, Federal Services Board of General Dentistry (1996)
• Diplomate, American Board of General Dentistry (2004)
• Fellow, International College of Dentists (2013)
• Fellow, Academy of General Dentistry (2020)
• Fellow, American College of Dentists (2022)

As AEGD Program Director, Dr. Gamble mentors dental residents through Howard University's postdoctoral program while overseeing clinical operations in Restorative Dentistry. His prior role directing the Air Force's largest AEGD program (2010-2016) established his reputation for developing comprehensive dental education frameworks that prepare clinicians for complex practice environments.