Joya Lyons, DDS
About Joya Lyons, DDS
Joya Lyons, DDS, is the CFO and founder of S.C.O.R.E., Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to mentoring girls in STEM careers. She is also a co-owner of Smile Savvy Cosmetic Dentistry and an award-winning healthcare provider with a Doctorate in Dental Surgery from Meharry Medical College.
Work at S.C.O.R.E, INC S.T.E.M NON-PROFIT
Joya Lyons serves as the Chief Financial Officer and Founder of S.C.O.R.E, INC, a non-profit organization established in 2017. The organization focuses on mentoring and encouraging girls to pursue careers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). Through her leadership, S.C.O.R.E, INC aims to create opportunities and foster interest in STEM fields among young women.
Education and Expertise
Joya Lyons holds a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Meharry Medical College, which she obtained in 2010. She completed her General Practice Residency at the John D. Dingell VA Medical Center in 2011. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Hampton University in 2006. Her educational background supports her extensive experience as a private practice cosmetic dentist.
Background
Joya Lyons is a native of Detroit, Michigan. She co-owns Smile Savvy Cosmetic Dentistry with her husband, Dr. Andrew Lyons. The practice serves as the official dental provider for the Charlotte Hornets NBA team. Prior to her current role, she was an Advisory Board Member at Hawthorne Academy of Military, Global Leadership, and Public Safety from 2019 to 2023.
Achievements
Joya Lyons is an award-winning and nationally recognized African American healthcare provider. She authored 'The Tooth Fairy and The Enchanted Box' and created The Enchanted Tooth Box, which enhances the tradition of the Tooth Fairy for children. Additionally, she founded Enchanted Traditions, LLC, focusing on children's picture storybooks and keepsakes that nurture family traditions.