معرفی
Scarlet Charmelo Silva is an Associate Professor at the Dental College of Georgia, affiliated with the Department of Oral Health and Diagnostic Sciences. Her academic career spans multiple roles in teaching, clinical practice, and research.
Education:
- DDS in Dentistry from Universidad de Carabobo (2008)
Certifications:
- American Board of Oral Medicine (2023)
- Georgia Board of Dentistry (2019)
Research Interests
Dr. Silva's work focuses on oral medicine, diagnostic sciences, and psychosocial factors affecting oral health, particularly in temporomandibular disorders and geriatric dental pharmacology. Her publications address rare oral pathologies (e.g., Osteosarcoma of the jaws) and stress-related oral conditions in adolescents.
Recent Publications
Her 2024 study on potentially inappropriate medications in older adults highlights clinical practices in geriatric dentistry. Earlier works (2021–2019) explore jaw tumors, stress-TMD linkages, and autoimmune mucosal disorders.
Scientific Awards
- Teaching Excellence Award, The Dental College of Georgia (2024)
Service Roles
- Department Service: Oral Biology and Diagnostic Sciences Faculty Position Search Committee (2020–Present)
- College Service: Faculty Development Committee (2021–Present)
- General Dentistry Chair Search Committee (2020–Present)
