Kristeen Perry

Kristeen Perry, DHSc, MSDH, RDH

Associate Professor

School

Forsyth School of Dental Hygiene

Department

Forsyth School of Dental Hygiene

Office Location

White 106E

Boston

About

Kristeen Perry, DHSc, MSDH, RDH, is an Associate Professor in the Forsyth School of Dental Hygiene at MCPHS with more than 30 years of experience in dental hygiene education and clinical practice. She holds advanced degrees from MCPHS and the University of Bridgeport and serves as an active examiner for CDCA/WREB/CITA.

Dr. Perry teaches both didactic and clinical courses, mentors students, and leads initiatives in curriculum development, interprofessional education, and diversity. She has published in peer-reviewed journals and contributes to widely used dental hygiene textbooks.

A committed educator and leader, Dr. Perry serves on numerous academic and professional committees, helping to shape the future of dental hygiene education.

Education

  • DHSc, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
  • MS, Dental Hygiene, University of Bridgeport
  • BS, Dental Hygiene, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
  • AS, Dental Hygiene, Northeastern University

Research Interests

  • Dental hygiene education and pedagogy
  • Student assessment, evaluation, and competency development
  • Clinical instruction methodologies and test anxiety
  • Interprofessional education and teamwork in healthcare
  • Faculty and student wellness, including self-compassion and stress management
  • Use and efficacy of preventive products such as sealants, dentifrices, and mouthrinses
  • Transition of clinicians into academic roles

Featured Affiliations

American Dental Hygienists’ Association

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Massachusetts Dental Hygienists' Association

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American Dental Education Association

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Alpha Eta Honor Society

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Education

  • DHSc, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
  • MS, Dental Hygiene, University of Bridgeport
  • BS, Dental Hygiene, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
  • AS, Dental Hygiene, Northeastern University

Research Interests

  • Dental hygiene education and pedagogy
  • Student assessment, evaluation, and competency development
  • Clinical instruction methodologies and test anxiety
  • Interprofessional education and teamwork in healthcare
  • Faculty and student wellness, including self-compassion and stress management
  • Use and efficacy of preventive products such as sealants, dentifrices, and mouthrinses
  • Transition of clinicians into academic roles

Publications