Matthew J. Messina, DDS, is an assistant clinical professor in the Division of Restorative and Prosthetic Dentistry at OSU College of Dentistry. He is the interim director of dental oncology for OSU and has more than 35 years of private practice experience. While lecturing nationally on dental oncology for the dental team, Messina provides information and support for dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants in the care and treatment of their patients. He is also the director of the predoctoral practice management curriculum at OSU.