The American Dental Association Foundation appointed Julie Frantsve-Hawley, PhD, to its board of directors.
Dr. Frantsve-Hawley serves as the executive director of the Aspen Group's Oral Care Center of Excellence, according to a Nov. 2 news release from the Aspen Group.
The ADA Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the ADA and aims to increase and expand access to oral health through grants, award programs and initiatives.
Dr. Frantsve-Hawley has experience in creating professional education, training and research opportunities in dentistry as well as leadership in oral and public health settings.
The Aspen Group has five consumer healthcare brands, including Aspen Dental, which supports more than 1,000 dental practices and more than 2,300 dentists across 45 states.