Diana Silva

Endodontic Teaching Experience: Audiovisual Aids Development to Enhance Clinical Skills in UPRDM Students

2025 ADEA Annual Session & Exhibition. Date 03-10-2025

• "Literature Review Impact of Glycemic Control on Dental Implant Survival in Adult Patients with Diabetes Mellitus" 2024-2025
• "Endodontic Teaching Experience: Audiovisual Aids Development to Enhance Clinical Skills in UPRDM Students". 2024-2025
• "Ergonomic risk assessment of Dental Students during fixed prothesis Laboratory". UPR Medical. 2024-2025
• "Screening of Cellulolytic Microorganisms from Caribbean Mauby,”, UIPR. Position: Researcher RI: Freddy Medina. Skills acquisition: PCR Technique, Gel Electrophoresis, use of greengen, and NCBI Blast 2016-2017.

Beyond Perception University Magazine, Spring Newsletter, Vol 3 Iss 1. Revolutionizing Dentistry: The Transformative Impact of 3D Printing on Patient Care and Treatment modalities.

Beyond Perception University Magazine, Vol 2 Iss 001. From Industrial Hygiene to Dental Care: A Multidisciplinary Approach to health and Safety

• Leadership Medal, General Student Council of the University of Puerto Rico Medical Sciences Campus (2025)
  Awarded in recognition of outstanding leadership, student advocacy, and meaningful contributions to the university community.
• ADEA Fellowship Honor Medal, American Dental Education Association (2025)
  Awarded for successfully completing the ADEA Academic Dental Careers Fellowship Program with distinction, demonstrating excellence in academic dentistry, teaching, leadership, and scholarly development.
• Honorary Member, Student Chapter, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
  Selected as an honorary member in recognition of active involvement, professional engagement, and commitment to pediatric dental education and community outreach
• Acknowledgement Award for Leadership and Commitment, Graduate School of Public Health, UPR RCM (2019)
  Recognized for exemplary leadership, professional dedication, and sustained commitment to academic excellence, teamwork, and community service initiatives.
• Honors Program Member, Inter American University of Puerto Rico (2016–2018)
  Selected for the university Honors Program for three consecutive academic years based on academic excellence and outstanding performance
• Dean’s Award for Academic Excellence, Inter American University of Puerto Rico (2015–2018)
  Recognized by the Dean for outstanding academic achievement during four consecutive academic years.

• Academy of Osseointegration Annual Meeting (March 2026)
  Attended scientific lectures, surgical workshops, and continuing education sessions focused on implant dentistry, bone regeneration, digital workflows, peri-implant disease management, and advancements in osseointegration techniques.
• ASDA District 5 Conference (2024)
  Attended professional development and leadership sessions focused on organized dentistry, advocacy, clinical advancement, and networking with dental students and professionals across the United States.
• ASDA 50th Annual Session (2024)
  Participated in national educational conferences and workshops emphasizing leadership development, clinical dentistry, professional growth, and emerging trends in dental education.
• Orthodontic Workshop, School of Dental Medicine of Puerto Rico (2023)
  Completed hands-on training in orthodontic principles, wire-bending techniques, appliance components, and clinical applications used in patient care.
• ASDA 49th Annual Session at University of Puerto Rico Medical Sciences Campus (2023)
  Engaged in educational lectures and networking activities centered on leadership, advocacy, clinical excellence, and career development in dentistry.
• Suturing Workshop (2023)
  Received practical training in suturing techniques, tissue handling, wound closure, and basic oral surgical procedures applicable to clinical dental practice.
• Presentation of Informative Capsule for Pediatric Patients: “Use of Pacifiers: Risks and Benefits” (2023)
  Developed and presented educational material for pediatric patients and parents focused on oral health implications, preventive education, and pediatric behavioral guidance.
• CCDPR Congress at Puerto Rico Convention Center (2022)
  Attended continuing education lectures and professional conferences covering advancements in dentistry, patient care, and interdisciplinary clinical practices.
• ASDA 48th Annual Session at University of Puerto Rico Medical Sciences Campus (2022)
  Participated in educational and leadership activities designed to strengthen professional development, communication skills, and student engagement in organized dentistry.
• 3M Science Symposium AHLE EXP Advancing Worker Health and Safety (2019)
  Attended scientific and occupational health sessions focused on industrial hygiene, workplace safety strategies, risk prevention, and advancements in worker health protection.

• Introduction to Veneers Restoration: Principles, Planing and Predictable Outcomes. 05-14-2026
• Hands-On Workshop: Guided Bone and Guided Tissue Regeneration (March 7, 2026)
  Completed advanced training in hard tissue augmentation techniques, including the use of bioabsorbable membranes, membrane stabilization methods, and biologic materials to enhance the handling and predictability of regenerative procedures in implant and periodontal therapy.
• Pediatric Trauma Essentials. 03-12-2026
• Endodontic Treatment of Permanent Dentition in Pediatric Patient. 10-09-2026

• American Academy of Osseointegration (AO)
• American Academy of Periodontology (AAP)
• American Dental Association (ADA)
• Second District Dental Society of New York (SDDS)
• New York State Dental Association (NYSDA)
• Spanish Dental Association (HSDA)
• American Dental Education Association (ADEA)
• American Student Dental Association (ASDA)
• AADOCR-NSRG (American Assoc. for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research
• Periodontics Interest Group

Completed Brooklyn Experiences Half Marathon. 4-26-2026