Lory Libby

Lory Libby, DHSc, RDH

Assistant Professor

School

Forsyth School of Dental Hygiene

Department

Forsyth School of Dental Hygiene

Office Location

White 106A

Boston

About

Lory A. Libby, DHSc, MSDH, RDH, is an Assistant Professor in the Forsyth School of Dental Hygiene at MCPHS. With more than 35 years of experience in clinical dental hygiene and higher education, she is dedicated to student development, curriculum innovation, and public health advocacy.

Dr. Libby serves as the Clinic Coordinator for Pre-Clinic and Clinic I students and teaches across a range of clinical and didactic courses. Her instruction emphasizes evidence-based practice, interprofessional collaboration, and the integration of technology.

A passionate advocate for oral health, Dr. Libby is especially committed to promoting community water fluoridation through education, public awareness, and policy support.

Education

  • DHS, MCPHS
  • MS, Dental Hygiene, MCPHS
  • AS, Dental Hygiene, Northeastern University
  • Certificate in Dental Hygiene, MCPHS

Research Interests

  • Community water fluoridation and oral health policy
  • Public health education and advocacy
  • Evidence-based clinical decision-making in dental hygiene
  • Interprofessional education and collaborative practice
  • Technology integration in dental hygiene education
  • Student learning outcomes and clinical education strategies

Featured Affiliations

American Dental Hygienists’ Association

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American Dental Education Association

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Better Oral Health for Massachusetts Coalition

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Education

  • DHS, MCPHS
  • MS, Dental Hygiene, MCPHS
  • AS, Dental Hygiene, Northeastern University
  • Certificate in Dental Hygiene, MCPHS

Research Interests

  • Community water fluoridation and oral health policy
  • Public health education and advocacy
  • Evidence-based clinical decision-making in dental hygiene
  • Interprofessional education and collaborative practice
  • Technology integration in dental hygiene education
  • Student learning outcomes and clinical education strategies

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