Ana Zea is a Clinical Associate Professor of General Dentistry at Boston University's Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine. She serves as the Director of Community-Based Education, focusing on the integration of teaching and practice in community settings. With a Doctorate in Public Health from Boston University School of Public Health and a DDS from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana in Colombia, Dr. Zea has a strong foundation in both clinical practice and public health initiatives. Her work emphasizes preventive restorative dentistry, and she is dedicated to providing high-quality dental care in teaching clinics, where she equips dental students with practical skills and experience in patient management. Dr. Zea's commitment to community outreach and education enhances the learning experience for her students while serving the greater community's oral health needs.