Texas A&M University College of Dentistry

Linda L. Cheng, DDS, MPH, CPH, FAGD, ABGD

Clinical Associate Professor Diplomate, American Board of General Dentistry Department of Comprehensive Dentistry | College of Dentistry
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Education

  • MPH, Master of Public Health University of North Texas Health Science Center School of Public Health, 2019
  • Post-Residency Fellowship in Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry, Certificate Texas A&M University Health Science Center Baylor College of Dentistry, 2001
  • AEGD, Advanced Education in General DentistryResidency, Certificate Texas A&M University Health Science Center Baylor College of Dentistry, 2000
  • DDS, Doctor of Dental Surgery Texas A&M University Health Science Center Baylor College of Dentistry, Dean’s List, 1999
  • Bachelor of Arts (BA), Biology Baylor University, Phi Beta Kappa, Summa Cum Laude, 1995

Career History

  • Texas A&M University College of Dentistry
    • Credential Committee (2016-present)
    • Dean’s Task Force on Cultural Competency (2013)
    • Instrument Committee (2012-present)
    • Admissions Committee—Dental (2011-present)
    • Awards Committee (2011-2014)

Awards & Honors

  • College of Dentistry Cumulative Dean’s Honor List (1999)
  • Baylor Odontological Society (1999)
  • Stanley H. Kaplan Health Professions Achievement Award (1995)

Teaching Interests

  • Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Comprehensive Dentistry (2019-present) D3/D4 Group Leader
  • Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of General Dentistry (2010-2019) D4 Group Leader
  • Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Restorative Sciences (2001-2010) D3 Operative (2001-2010)
  • D3 Fixed Prosthodontics (2006-2009) D1 Operative (2002)
  • Summer Pre-Dental Enrichment Program, SPEP (1998)

National Service/Recognition

  • American Dental Association Center for Evidence-Based Dentistry (2013-2017)
    • Critical Summary Author (2015-2017)
    • American Dental Association Evidence Reviewer (2013-2014)
  • American Board of General Dentistry (2012-2013)
    • Deputy Examiner
  • Academy of General Dentistry (2011-present)
    • Manuscript Reviewer for General Dentistry
  • Dallas County Dental Society (2001-present)
    • Southwest Dental Conference Session Host (2000, 2005, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2018-present)
    • Peer Review Committee (2002-2008, 2012-present)

Certifications & Training

  • CPH, Certified in Public Health (2019-present)
  • Diplomate, American Board of General Dentistry (2011-present)
  • FAGD, Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry (2010-present)

Publications

2017 Uncertainty of screening tools for obstructive sleep apnea in asymptomatic adults with treatments varying in effects
Cheng, L. L. (2017). Uncertainty of screening tools for obstructive sleep apnea in asymptomatic adults with treatments varying in effects. Journal of the American Dental Association, 148(10), 772-775.
2017 Limited evidence suggests fluoride mouthrinse may reduce dental caries in children and adolescents
Cheng, L. L. (2017). Limited evidence suggests fluoride mouthrinse may reduce dental caries in children and adolescents. Journal of the American Dental Association, 148(4), 263-266.
2017 Limited evidence suggesting silver diamine fluoride may arrest dental caries in children
Cheng, L. L. (2017). Limited evidence suggesting silver diamine fluoride may arrest dental caries in children. Journal of the American Dental Association, 148(2), 120-122.
2016 Limited evidence suggests higher risk of dental implant failures in smokers than in nonsmokers
Cheng, L. L.(2016). Limited evidence suggests higher risk of dental implant failures in smokers than in nonsmokers. Journal of the American Dental Association, 147(4),292-294.
2016 Alveolar ridge preservation with bone graft may limit physiological ridge loss after tooth extraction
Cheng, L. L.(2016). Alveolar ridge preservation with bone graft may limit physiological ridge loss after tooth extraction. Journal of the American Dental Association, 147(3),204-206.
2015 Limited evidence indicates fluoride may prevent demineralized white lesions during orthodontic treatment
Cheng, L. L.(2015). Limited evidence indicates fluoride may prevent demineralized white lesions during orthodontic treatment. Journal of the American Dental Association, 146(9),699-701.
2015 Insufficient evidence exists regarding the reduction of cervical dentin hypersensitivity with surgical root coverage procedures
Cheng, L. L.(2015). Insufficient evidence exists regarding the reduction of cervical dentin hypersensitivity with surgical root coverage procedures. Journal of the American Dental Association, 146(8),638-640.
2015 Limited evidence suggests no difference in implant failure rates among people with or without diabetes
Cheng, L. L.(2015). Limited evidence suggests no difference in implant failure rates among people with or without diabetes. Journal of the American Dental Association, 146(7),549-551.
2014 Access flap surgery treatment for intrabony defects may result in improved clinical outcomes
Cheng, L. L.(2014). Access flap surgery treatment for intrabony defects may result in improved clinical outcomes. Journal of the American Dental Association, 145(4),376-377.
2002 Techniques to Minimize Excess Luting Agent in Cement-Retained Implant Restorations
Dumbrigue, H. B., Abanomi, A. A., Cheng, L. L.(2002). Techniques to Minimize Excess Luting Agent in Cement-Retained Implant Restorations. Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, 87(1), 112-114.