Ronald Harris

Ronald Harris is an Assistant Professor at the Dental College of Georgia, Augusta University, within the Department of General Dentistry. With over 30 years of clinical and educational experience, he focuses on restorative dentistry, prosthodontics, and dental education curriculum development.

• Education: DDS from University of Tennessee Health (1993).
• Certifications: Georgia Board of Dentistry (2019), DEA Controlled Substance Registration (2019).

His research explores dental education assessment, opioid prescription trends, and implant dentistry. Recent publications highlight quality assurance in prosthodontic training and public health implications of pain medication practices.

Notable Awards:

• Judson C Hickey Outstanding Faculty (2024, 2020, 2018)
• Most Valuable Faculty Award (Georgia Dental Society, 2024)
• DCG Senior Class Honor (2023)

He serves on multiple committees including Emergency Preparedness, Faculty Development, and Budget Advisory, while also mentoring students in E4D crown fabrication and leading community service initiatives like Clinica Latina and the Barnyard Flea Market.