The University of IowaCollege of Dentistry

The Department of Pediatric Dentistry

Dr. Karin Weber-Gasparoni, Assistant Professor

Education:

D.D.S., Universidade Estadual de Londrina, Londrina, PR, Brazil, 1994
Certificate, dentistry for babies, Universidade Estadual de Londrina, Brazil, 1995
Certificate, pediatric dentistry, University of Iowa, 1999
M.S., dental public health, University of Iowa, University of Iowa, 1999
PhD, oral science, University of Iowa, 2003

Boards:

Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry

Brief Professional Resume:

Dr. Weber-Gasparoni is an assistant professor in the Department of Pediatric Dentistry.

Teaching Activities: Pre- and postdoctoral lecturer and clinical instructor.

Clinical Activities: Dr. Weber-Gasparoni is director of the Infant Oral Health Program where pediatric dentistry residents and senior dental students provide preventive dental care for infants and toddlers. Dr. Weber-Gasparoni also sees private patients one day per week at the Center for Disabilities and Development.

Research Activities: Dr. Weber-Gasparoni's research specialties include dental care of patients with special health care needs and infants, toddlers, and children of low-income, high risk populations. Her research includes early dental interventions including early childhood caries, psychological theories of motivation, and public health issues affecting the health of pediatric dental patients.

E-mail: Karin Weber-Gasparoni


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