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Andrew Young serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Diagnostic Sciences at the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, University of the Pacific, where he directs the Integrated Clinical Sciences I course and leads the Orofacial Pain and Evidence Based Dentistry curricula.
His academic foundation includes:
- B.A. in Molecular and Cell Biology from UC Berkeley
- DDS from UC San Francisco
- MSD in Orofacial Pain from Rutgers School of Dental Medicine
Dr. Young specializes in orofacial pain disorders and evidence-based clinical practices, with research emphasizing diagnostic methodologies and therapeutic interventions. His scholarly contributions span dental education frameworks and critical thinking pedagogy, reflected in his editorial role at the Journal of the California Dental Association.
Professional distinctions include:
- Diplomate of the American Board of Orofacial Pain
- Fellow of the American Academy of Orofacial Pain
As curriculum director for multiple core programs, he shapes competency-based dental training while advancing interdisciplinary approaches to patient care through evidence synthesis and clinical reasoning.
