Steve Hood
Assistant Professor
Academic Appointment(s)
Dental College of Georgia
Department of Restorative Sciences
Bio
Dr. Hood began his career in research and academia, then spent the next seven years in Indian Health Service and as Dental Director of a non-profit clinic. Following this, Steve spent the next 27 years in private practice, implementing advanced technologies and materials with a digital workflow. He also maintains an active consulting business defending dentists in malpractice cases. Since March 2025, Dr. Hood has been a full-time faculty member at DCG and truly enjoys working with the students.
- (706) 721-2696
- 1430 John Wesley Gilbert Drive, GC4336, Augusta, GA 30912
Education
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DMD, Dentistry (DDS, DMD)
Harvard Dental School, 1991
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BS, Biological and Biomedical Scie
Purdue University, 1985
Certifications
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Dentistry
New York Board of Dentistry, 1995
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Dentistry
Massachusetts Board of Dentistry, 1990
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Georgia Faculty Dental License
Georgia Board of Dentistry, 2024
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Dentistry
Colorado Dental Board, 2003
Awards & Honors
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Member, Dental Professional Advisory Committee (DePAC)
United States Public Health Service, 1995
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American Academy of Gold Foil Operators Award
American Academy of Gold Foil Operators, 1991
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American Academy of Oral Pathology Award
American Academy of Oral Pathology, 1991
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Purdue University Honors Research Thesis Program
Purdue University, 1985
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Singleton Research Award
Purdue University, 1985
Courses Taught Most Recent Academic Year
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RSTP 5692
Diag & Trmt Planning Clinic II
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RSDS 5492
Introduction to Clinic Dent II
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RSOP 5212
Operative Dentistry II
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RSRC 5692
Restorative Clinic II
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RSDM 5511
Dental Materials
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RSTP 5502
Diagnosis & Treatment Planning
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RSDS 5391
Introduction to Clinical Dent
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RSOP 5111
Operative Dentistry I
Teaching Interests
Digital Dentistry- Implementing digital scanning, CBCT, CAD/CAM milling and printing technologies and materials
How can technology be utilized to improve education
Dental Materials
Esthetics
Comprehensive Treatment Planning
Legal and Ethical Issues
I enjoy teaching the students at different levels, as it keeps me thinking!
Research Interests
Digital Dentistry- Implementing digital scanning, CBCT, CAD/CAM milling and printing technologies and materials
Using digital tools/techniques to improve diagnostics, treatment and efficiency
Dental Materials
College Service
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Digital Dentistry Task Force
2024 - 2025
Role: Committee Member
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Faculty Senate
2024 - 2025
Role: Committee Member
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Give a Smile Committee
2024 - 2025
Role: Faculty Advisor
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Parent/Student Day Faculty Volunteer
2024 - 2024
Role: Other
Professional Service
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Georgia Dental Association
2025 - 2026
Role: Member
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American Dental Educator's Association
2024 - 2025
Role: Member
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Steven J. Hood, DMD, LLC/Professional Consulting and Expert Witness Review
2004 - 2025
Role: Officer, President/Elect/Past
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American Dental Association
1995 - 2025
Role: Member
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Colorado Dental Association
2003 - 2024
Role: Member
Public Service
