About Velma Marvin

by Victoria C. Truong
Velma Marvin

Dr. Velma Marvin

Visionary Dental Expert

Expertise

Dental Public Health and Community Dentistry

Education

  • D.D.S. from Columbia University College of Dental Medicine
  • Ph.D. in Dental Public Health from Yale University

Notable Achievements

  • Pioneer in Dental Public Health
  • Founder of the Community Oral Health Initiative

Experience

Dr. Velma Marvin stands as a visionary dental expert renowned for her transformative contributions to the field of dental public health and community dentistry. She earned her D.D.S. from Columbia University College of Dental Medicine and completed her Ph.D. in Dental Public Health at Yale University.

“My passion is in promoting oral health equity and improving access to dental care for underserved communities,”

— Dr. Velma Marvin

Leadership in Dental Public Health

Dr. Velma Marvin is a pioneer in dental public health, advocating for policies and initiatives that address oral health disparities and community-based dental care.

Community Oral Health Advocate

As a dental expert author, Dr. Velma Marvin founded the Community Oral Health Initiative, an organization dedicated to improving the oral health of vulnerable populations through community engagement and education.

Areas of Expertise

Dr. Velma Marvin’s areas of expertise encompass dental public health, community dentistry, and initiatives aimed at achieving oral health equity.

Educational Background

Dr. Velma Marvin holds a D.D.S. (Doctor of Dental Surgery) from Columbia University College of Dental Medicine and a Ph.D. in Dental Public Health from Yale University.