Lance T. Vernon, D MD, Mph
About Lance T. Vernon, D MD, Mph
Lance T. Vernon, DMD, MPH, is a General Dentist currently practicing at The MetroHealth System in Cleveland, Ohio. He has extensive experience in dental education, clinical research, and quality improvement, having previously worked at Case Western Reserve University and MID AMERICAN HEALTH.
Work at The MetroHealth System
Lance T. Vernon, DMD, MPH, has been employed as a General Dentist at The MetroHealth System in Cleveland, Ohio, since 2020. In this role, he provides comprehensive dental care and collaborates with other healthcare providers to ensure holistic patient management. His work includes managing oral health care for inmates in partnership with the Sheriff's Department at the Cuyahoga County Jail, focusing on accessibility and quality of care for this population.
Previous Experience at MID AMERICAN HEALTH
Prior to his current position, Vernon worked at MID AMERICAN HEALTH as a General Dentist from 2018 to 2021. During his three years there, he contributed to the dental health of the community by providing various dental services and patient education, emphasizing preventive care and treatment.
Experience at Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine
Lance T. Vernon served as a Senior Instructor and Principal Investigator at Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine from 2003 to 2018. Over his 15-year tenure, he was involved in both teaching and research, focusing on clinical practices and advancements in dental medicine.
Education and Training
Vernon earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine, completing his studies from 1998 to 2002. He also completed a two-year full-time training program in Quality Improvement at the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center, where he was the first dentist to undertake this training, enhancing his expertise in quality care delivery.
Research and Development Initiatives
As a Principal Investigator on three NIH-funded clinical research grants, Vernon focused on the relationship between periodontal disease and cardiovascular disease risk in adults with HIV/AIDS. He aims to develop a real-world model program that emphasizes patient engagement and prevention in oral health care for high-risk patients. Additionally, he developed a coaching theory to motivate adults to improve their oral health, which was documented in a publication co-authored with Howard in 2015.