Suzanne Mathis
Assistant Professor
Academic Appointment(s)
College of Allied Health Sciences
Department of Allied Health Professions: Dental Hygiene
Dental College of Georgia
Department of Dental Hygiene
Bio
Ms. Mathis graduated from MCG in 2003 with BS in dental hygiene, from Brenau in 2010 with BS in education, from Clemson University in 2014 with MS in biology, and attained a certificate in Transfer Leadership from University of North Georgia in 2023. She currently teaches Dental Microbiology, Dental Anatomy, Dental Materials Lab, Local Anesthesia, Dental Specialties II, and Practicum. She is also a contributing faculty in both junior and senior clinics.
- MIMATHIS@augusta.edu
- (706) 721-2938
- GC 4309
Education
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MS, Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Clemson University, 2014
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BS, Education/Teaching of Individuals in Junior High/Middle School Special Education Programs
Brenau University, 2010
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BSDH, Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Medical College of Georgia Sch, 2003
Certifications
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Local Anesthesia
2024
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Online Teaching Certificate
Instructional Innovation Augusta University, 2020
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CPR Instructor
American Heart Association, 2015
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BLS-CPR
American Heart Association, 2001
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Dental Hygiene
State of Georgia, 2003
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Middle Grades Educator
2010
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DH
State of Georgia, 2003
Awards & Honors
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Alpha Eta Honor Society
Augusta University, 2024
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Program/Department Teaching Excellence Award
Augusta University, 2019
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Summa Cum Laude
Clemson University, 2014
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Magna Cum Laude
Brenau University, 2010
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Cum Laude
Medical College of Georgia, 2003
Courses Taught Most Recent Academic Year
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DHYG 3110
Dental Anatomy
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DHYG 3135
Dental Microbiology
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DHYG 3130
Dental Radiology
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DHYG 3255
Dental Specialty Clinic II
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DHYG 3100
Intro to Clinic I
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DHYG 3200
Patient Care I
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DHYG 3155
Pain Management
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DHYG 3285
Dental Hygiene Practicum
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DHYG 3225
Dental Materials Lab
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DHYG 3120
Introduction to Clinic II
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DHYG 3230
Patient Care II
Teaching Interests
Her teaching philosophy is simple: be the type of teacher you would want to have in the program. Ms. Mathis does this by having an open learning environment where students feel relaxed and able to ask questions. She guides her students to be independent thinkers, to pay attention to details, and to be confident in their knowledge and skills. She models these characteristics every day in her didactic and clinical courses.
Scholarship
Selected Recent Publications
- The Re-Emergence of Measles, 2025
Journal Article, Professional Journal
- What's In Your Water?, 2018
Journal Article, Professional Journal
- My Eye's on You: Are Dental Professionals Using Safety Glasses While Rendering Care?, 2017
Journal Article, Professional Journal
Research Interests
Ms. Mathis' research interests are related directly to her courses and the content in which she teaches her students.
Department Service
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Clinical Re-Entry Course
2017 - Present
Role: Other
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Student Admissions Committee
2016 - Present
Role: Committee Member
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Dental Hygiene Scholarship Committee
2015 - Present
Role: Committee Chair
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Dental Hygiene Liaison Committee
2014 - Present
Role: Committee Member
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Student Evaluation Committee
2014 - Present
Role: Committee Member
College Service
University Service
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Testing and Disability Services Committee Member
2025 - Present
Role: Committee Member
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Transfer Student Taskforce
2023 - Present
Role: Task Force Member
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QEP Review Committee
2015 - 2016
Role: Other
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Curriculum Mapping Retreat
2016
Role: Committee Member
Professional Service
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Sigma Phi Alpha
2021 - 2024
Role: Officer, Treasurer
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Colgate Dental Educators' Network
2016 - 2017
Role: Board of Advisors of a Company
Public Service
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Give Kids a Smile
2017 - Present
Role: Committee Member
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CSRA Heart Walk
2016 - 2019
Role: Committee Chair
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National HIV DAY
2016
Role: Guest Speaker
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Relay for Life
2012 - 2013
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Honduras Dental Mission Trip
2004
