Dr. Martha Keels

Biography

Martha Ann Keels is a Medical Associate Professor at Duke University School of Medicine, with significant experience in pediatric dentistry. She specializes in various aspects of dental trauma and caries risk assessment, particularly focusing on the effects of dietary acids on dental health in children. Additionally, she has held various positions within the Department of Surgery and Pediatrics, providing her with a broad understanding of interdisciplinary approaches in her field. Throughout her career, she has been involved in multiple research grants aimed at predicting caries risk among underserved populations, highlighting her commitment to improving oral health care in primary healthcare settings. She has been associated with the University of North Carolina, where she completed her Ph.D. and D.D.S., and has served as an Adjunct Professor in their School of Dentistry. Her work has been recognized through various appointments and she continues to contribute to academic and clinical settings with her extensive knowledge and experience.

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