Deborah L. Testerman, RDH, MS

Associate Clinical Professor

Communication Sciences and Oral Health

Deborah L. Testerman, RDH, MS

Contact

dtesterman@twu.edu
940-898-2875
MCL 911 E

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Biography

Deborah L. Testerman RDH, BS, MS is an Associate Clinical Professor at Texas Woman’s University in Denton, Texas. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Dental Hygiene and Masters in Health Studies/Education from Texas Woman’s University. Deborah has more than 30 years of experience as a clinician and over 25 years as a dental hygiene educator in the North Texas area. Deborah's area of expertise is in radiology, nutrition, dental materials and risk assessment. Deborah's presentations include " Breaking the Stigma." Mental Health Challenges in Dental Hygine, "Simulating the Classroom Experience with Zoom", "Fostering Learning through White Board Annimation", "The Naked Truth About Cheating; Prevention is Key" and "The Ergonomics of Hand Held Radiographic Units.

Education

M.S., Health Studies, Texas Woman's University
B.S., Dental Hygiene, Texas Woman's University, Denton, Texas

Expertise

Clinical Dental Hygiene; Dental Radiography; Risk Assessment and Preventive Dentistry;

Latest Articles

Simulating the Classroom Experience with Zoom
Faculty Focus (2021)
Deborah Testerman, Leslie Koberna

Recent Presentations

The Naked Truth About Cheating: Prevention is Key
Teaching Professor Conference (2022)
Podium | Deborah Testerman, Leslie Koberna

Recreating Classroom Learning Experiences Through Video Conferencing
ADEA Annual Session Tech Expo (2022)
Podium | Deborah Testerman, Leslie Koberna

Fostering Learning Through White Board Animation
ADEA Annual Session Tech Expo (2022)
Podium | Deborah Testerman, Leslie Koberna

Professional Affiliations

  • American Dental Education Association
  • American Dental Hygiene Association
  • Sigma Phi Alpha Secretary/Treasurer
  • Texas Dental Hygiene Association
  • Texas Dental Hygiene Educators' Association

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