The University of Iowa College of Dentistry

  • Carrie McKnight, DDS


  • & Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Oral Pathology, Radiology and Medicine

  • Expertise:

  • Aesthetic and Restorative Dentistry

  • Education:

  • DDS, University of Iowa, 1998
  • General Practice Residency, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, 1998-1999

  • To Make an Appointment:

  • Call 319-335-7499

Brief Professional Resume:

Dr. Carrie McKnight served as a staff dentist at Broadlawns Hospital, Des Moines, Iowa, from 1999-2001. She also was in private practice in Johnston, Iowa, from 2000-2001. From 2001-2005, she was clinical assistant professor and general practice residency director in the Hospital Dentistry division of UI Hospitals and Clinics. Dr. McKnight is now clinical assistant professor in the College of Dentistry's Department of Oral Pathology, Radiology and Medicine.

Teaching Activities

: Dr. McKnight teaches in the Oral Diagnosis Clinic. She also gives lectures on infection control, with special attention focusing on latex hypersensitivity and HIV. Dr. McKnight is a member of the Individualized Clinician Training Program with the Midwest AIDS Education and Training Center. She is also a problem based learning (PBL) facilitator.

Clinical Activities

: Dr. McKnight sees clinic patients.

National or International Professional Appointments and Activities

: Dr. McKnight is a member of the American Dental Association, the American Dental Education Association, the American Academy of General Dentistry, the Iowa Dental Association, the University District Dental Society, and a reviewer for Special Care in Dentistry.