Beth Gehring DDS
Summary
Accomplished general dentist committed to providing personalized patient care through quality service and communication. Cultivates trusting interactions with clear communication of techniques and acknowledgement of unique patient conditions. Proficient in leading clinical teams, and assisted in implementing a mobile dentistry program that greatly improved access to care for children in a local school district.
Dedicated to perpetual learning.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Dentist / Faculty
University Health Lakewood Dental Services
07.2021 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive exams and develop treatment plans for a diverse patient population.
- Perform routine dental procedures, including prophylaxis, restorative care, extractions, pulp therapy, stainless steel crowns, and space maintenance.
- Main area of focus is pediatric and special needs patients.
- Developed and implemented preventive dental program for children ages 0-4.
- Educate patients and parents on proper oral hygiene practices, nutritional recommendations, and treatment options available to improve dental health.
- Train and supervise dental residents in clinical procedures, providing guidance and feedback to enhance their skills and knowledge.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive and coordinated patient care.
- Special needs patient care, including preventive and restorative care, evaluation and referral for OR treatment, and caregiver instruction.
- Teledentistry exams, diagnosis, and treatment planning for Long Term Care residents.
Staff Dentist - ISP Mobile Dental Program
University Health Lakewood Dental Services
02.2012 - 07.2021
- Conducted comprehensive exams, diagnosed oral health issues, and developed individualized treatment plans for Early Education, Elementary, and Middle School students in the Independence, MO School District.
- Performed routine preventive and restorative dental procedures for program participants.
- Developed and presented appropriate educational curricula for students at each site.
- Collaborated with dental specialists, referral sources, school staff, and parents to provide coordinated and efficient patient care.
- Provided preventive care for infants and children, and oral health education for families participating in WIC program during the summers.
- Supervision, coordination, and scheduling of 2 mobile dental units and staff, including 4 general dentists, 1 hygienist, 1 dental assistant, and dental GPR residents.
- Assisted in packing, moving, and setting up mobile dental units at each location.
- Responsible for equipment maintenance, supply inventory, and chain of custody for records and sensitive information.
- Scheduling and coordination for mobile dental units at Health Fairs and special events.
General Dentist / Practice Owner
Beth L. Gehring, DDS, PC
05.1993 - 02.2012
- Conducted comprehensive dental exams, diagnosed oral health issues, and developed individualized treatment plans for patients of all ages.
- Performed routine dental procedures such as preventive, restorative, and endodontic treatment as well as fixed and removable prosthetics, cosmetic procedures, and pediatric dental treatment.
- Educated patients and parents on proper oral hygiene practices, preventive care, and treatment options to improve overall dental health.
- Managed administrative duties including; accounting, banking, payroll, insurance claims processing, HIPAA Compliance, OSHA Compliance, Laser Safety, staff management, hiring and scheduling.
Associate Professor - Restorative Dentistry
University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Dentistry
08.1993 - 11.1994
- Trained and supervised dental students in clinical procedures, providing guidance and feedback to enhance their skills and knowledge
- Implemented interactive teaching methods, such as hands-on demonstrations and case studies, to engage students in learning essential dentistry skills
- Mentored and coached students on best practices in dentistry, providing guidance on clinical skills and professional ethics in the dental field
- Collaborated with colleagues to assess student performance and progress, tailoring instruction to meet individual learning needs and goals
Education
Doctor Of Dental Surgery - General Dentistry
University of Missouri -Kansas City School of Dentistry
Kansas City, MO05.1993
Bachelor Of Science In Biololgy -
University of Missouri - Kansas City
Kansas City, MO05.1989
Skills
- Laser dental procedures
- Air Abrasion Procedures
- Pediatric dentistry
- Geriatric Dentistry
- Mobile Dentistry
- Teledentistry
- Special Needs Care
- Nitrous Oxide Sedation
- Clinical Team Oversight
- Dentrix, Dexis, Eaglesoft
Certification
- MO Dental License, MO Dental Board, 05/01/93
- KS Dental License, KS Dental Board, 05/01/93
- DEA Registration
- MO BNDD Registration
- Basic Life Support Certification, 07/01/24
- Certificate of Training - Laser Dentistry, College of Clinical Laser Dentistry, 03/01/06
- Dental Coding for Missing and Unidentified Persons, FBI/NCIC, 07/01/10
Volunteer Experience
- Midwest Brachial Plexus Network, Inc, President, Grain Valley, MO, 01/01/99, present, Nonprofit organization providing information, support, resources, and a free summer camp session to families with children affected by brachial plexus injury.
- MO Preventive Services Program, KC Metro area schools, 08/01/10, 05/01/12, Dental screenings and varnish application for elementary school children in the KC Metro and surrounding areas.
- MCC Blue River Annual All For the Children Event, Independence, 03/01/12, present, Dental screenings, dental health education, and referral information at MCC's annual children's event.
Timeline
Staff Dentist / Faculty
University Health Lakewood Dental Services
07.2021 - Current
Staff Dentist - ISP Mobile Dental Program
University Health Lakewood Dental Services
02.2012 - 07.2021
Associate Professor - Restorative Dentistry
University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Dentistry
08.1993 - 11.1994
General Dentist / Practice Owner
Beth L. Gehring, DDS, PC
05.1993 - 02.2012
Doctor Of Dental Surgery - General Dentistry
University of Missouri -Kansas City School of Dentistry
Bachelor Of Science In Biololgy -
University of Missouri - Kansas City
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