Ioana Bettios

Dr. Ioana Bettios is a Professor and Interim Chair of the Department of Prosthodontics at Howard University College of Dentistry. She holds a DDS from the University of Maryland and advanced degrees from George Washington University and the Naval Postgraduate Dental School. Her leadership includes roles in the Department of Defense, where she authored healthcare policies, and she currently serves as Vice President of the DC Dental Society.

• Education:
• DDS, University of Maryland
• MS in Prosthodontics, Naval Postgraduate Dental School
• MSc in Health Sciences, George Washington University
• Research Interests: Geriatric dentistry, digital dentistry, implant therapy, and prosthetic solutions for immunocompromised patients.
• Awards: Multiple ADA awards, Virginia Dental Society Volunteer Award, and recognition for pro bono service in underserved communities.
• Teaching: Leads prosthodontics courses for all dental years at Howard University, including fixed/removable prosthetics, implantology, and clinical simulation.