Discover the journey and mission behind The Patho RDH, led by Andreina Sucre, a dedicated educator and advocate for visual, practical oral pathology learning.
Andreina Sucre, CRDH, MSc, is an accomplished dental hygienist and oral pathology specialist with years of clinical and academic experience. Her commitment to elevating standards in dental hygiene and diagnostic accuracy has shaped her career and inspired The Patho RDH educational platform.
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Meet the Educator Behind The Patho RDH. Andreina Sucre, CRDH, MSc
Dental Hygienist • International Dentist • Oral Surgery & Oral Pathology Specialist
Visual-First Educator
I blend clinical expertise, visual learning, and a deep passion for teaching dental hygienists how to see oral pathology with clarity, confidence, and compassion.
Founder & Lead Oral Pathology Educator
My Teaching Approach
Oral pathology becomes intuitive when you build from the foundation up.
I teach clinicians to master the basics first, normal tissue architecture, physiologic variation, and what “healthy” truly looks like. Once that baseline is clear, we can skim the surface to spot early changes, then deep-dive into meaningful pathology with precision and confidence.
This structure makes learning easier, smoother, and far more memorable. When you understand the normal first, the abnormal becomes unmistakable.
My Academic & Clinical Foundation
A journey built on science, surgery, pathology, and human-centered clinical practice.
Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)
Universidad Santa María – Caracas, Venezuela (1997–2002)
My dental training gave me the clinical and scientific base that anchors everything I teach today. It shaped my discipline, my eye for detail, and my commitment to patient-centered care.
Specialist in Oral Surgery & Oral Pathology
Pontificia Universidad Javeriana – Bogotá, Colombia (2004–2005)
This residency solidified my passion for understanding tissue behavior, inflammation, and disease from both clinical and histopathologic perspectives. It is the foundation of the Visual-First Pathology™ method I teach today, and the lens through which I understand lesions with clarity and nuance.
Certified Registered Dental Hygienist (CRDH)
Becoming a hygienist reconnected me to the heart of preventive care. It gave me a unique dual perspective, combining the analytical mindset of a surgeon and oral pathologist, with the daily patient connection of a hygienist. This combination is what makes my teaching especially relatable to dental hygiene professionals.
Academic Work & Professional Engagement
- Editorial Advisory Board Member, RDH Magazine (2025–2026)
- Author of numerous oral pathology articles for RDH Magazine, DentistryIQ, and E-Village
- Guest lecturer at national and state dental hygiene conferences, including RDH Under One Roof (2023, 2024, 2026), and the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) (2024, 2025).
For Learners Who Value Both Science and Compassion
My background in dentistry, surgery, pathology, and dental hygiene allows me to bridge technical knowledge with human-centered clinical understanding. This section of my journey is meant to support anyone interested in exploring oral pathology through a lens of clarity, empathy, and thoughtful observation.
For those who want to understand tissue behavior, interpret clinical signs with confidence, and appreciate the emotional context behind oral changes, this approach was built for you.
Published Work & Speaking Highlights
A curated look at my work, research, publications, and speaking contributions.
Featured Publications
My written work has been featured in RDH Magazine, e-village, Dentistry IQ, and Dente Magazine, with articles focused on clinical clarity, diagnostic confidence, and empathetic oral pathology education for hygienists.
Speaking & Workshops
I’ve presented nationally at RDH Under One Roof, ADHA Annual Conference, and CE programs throughout the U.S., bringing visual-first pathology education to dental teams.
Let’s connect!
After years of serving patients, educating clinicians, and creating visual oral pathology content, I love connecting with dental professionals everywhere.