Larry N. Williams

Dr. Larry N. Williams is a Professor at Midwestern University's College of Dental Medicine-Illinois, specializing in dental education and public health. He has a 30-year career in the U.S. Navy Dental Corps and holds advanced degrees including an M.P.H. from Northern Illinois University (2017). His roles include Board memberships in the Asian Human Services Family Health Center and Skokie Board of Health. He is a Fellow in prestigious dental organizations like the American College of Dentists and Pierre Fauchard Academy.

Education:

• D.D.S., University of Tennessee, 1982
• B.A., University of Tennessee, 1977
• M.P.H., Northern Illinois University, 2017

Research Focus: Medical emergencies in dental offices, tobacco/vaping policy, behavioral health integration, and dental education innovation. Recent grants include the 2023 Senior Series project. His teaching includes courses on anesthesia and interprofessional communication.

Awards & Recognition:

• Mastership-LLSR in Academy of General Dentistry
• Board Certified, American Board of General Dentistry
• Leadership roles in Illinois and Chicago dental societies

Advising & Grants: Active in military tobacco policy research and dental curriculum development. His work bridges clinical practice with public health advocacy.