Jerelyn M. Smith

Jerelyn M. Smith is an Assistant Professor at Ferris State University's College of Health Professions, affiliated with the Department of Diagnostic, Laboratory, and Therapeutic Sciences. She holds a dual Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene and Science from Delta College (1999), a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene from Ferris State University (2014), and a Master of Science in Dental Hygiene from the University of Michigan (2016).

Her research focuses on Dental Hygiene, Periodontics, and Oral Health, with additional interests in Pediatric Dentistry, Public Health, and Clinical Education. She has contributed to professional discussions on oral assessment protocols and dental hygiene compacts through presentations at national and regional conferences.

Scientific and professional honors include:

• RDH (Registered Dental Hygienist)
• MSDH (Master of Science in Dental Hygiene)
• CDA (Certified Dental Assistant)
• FADHA (Fellow of the American Dental Hygienists' Association)

At Ferris State University, she supervises administrative and clinical operations for the Dental Hygiene program and mentors students in the clinic. No information is available about specific grants, laboratory affiliations, or advisees.