Brion Long DMD, MS
Tallahassee,FL
Summary
Problem solving Orthodontist focused on treatment of jaw irregularities in children and adults. Successful individual addressing TMJ and teeth-grinding issues while employing dynamic analytical skills. Dedicated Dentist skilled at developing effective treatment plans for patients experiencing tooth decay and other various oral diseases and issues. Committed to providing personalized patient care through quality service and communication. Accommodating when helping patients overcome dental fears by displaying patience and compassion. Reliable and experienced Dentist provides exceptional dental care for diverse array of patients. Particularly attentive to needs and comfort of individuals during all dental procedures. Cultivates trusting interactions with clear communication of techniques and acknowledgment of unique patient conditions. Respected dental expert adept at using digital imaging, intraoral cameras and CAD and CAM. Passionate about providing quality dental care and helping patients achieve and maintain healthy smiles. Committed to continuing education to stay current with advancements in dental technology and best practices.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Orthodontist and Children's Dentist
SmileWorks Children's Dentistry And Orthodontist
03.2014 - Current
- Treated patients by fitting mouth appliances, braces and retainers and checked on progress at each office visit.
- Evaluated needs of new patients through careful examination and review of X-rays and health histories.
- Contributed to increased patient retention rates through exceptional communication skills and empathetic bedside manner.
- Increased overall treatment success rates by consistently monitoring progress throughout the course of therapy, making adjustments as required.
- Provided top-quality orthodontic care, utilizing advanced techniques and state-of-the-art equipment.
- Actively participated in community outreach programs promoting oral health awareness among local schools and organizations.
- Maintained an up-to-date understanding of industry advancements, attending conferences and workshops to continually improve patient care.
- Mentored junior staff members, sharing knowledge and expertise in orthodontics to foster professional growth within the team.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene practices, reducing risks of complications during treatment periods.
- Performed surgical procedures when necessary, ensuring utmost precision and minimizing recovery time for patients.
- Successfully managed a diverse caseload of patients with varying degrees of complexity in their orthodontic needs, delivering comprehensive care tailored to each individual case.
- Coordinated orthodontic services with other dental and medical services.
- Diagnosed teeth and jaw or other dental-facial abnormalities.
- Diagnosed malocclusions accurately using cutting-edge diagnostic tools such as digital X-rays and 3D imaging technology.
- Adjusted dental appliances to produce and maintain normal function.
Orthodontist
Mainstreet Dental And Orthodontics
08.2012 - 07.2014
- Successfully managed a diverse caseload of patients with varying degrees of complexity in their orthodontic needs, delivering comprehensive care tailored to each individual case.
- Enhanced practice efficiency by streamlining appointment scheduling and patient record management.
- Maintained an up-to-date understanding of industry advancements, attending conferences and workshops to continually improve patient care.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing personalized orthodontic consultations and treatment plans.
- Communicated effectively with patients and parents to discuss treatment processes, what to expect and potential length of expected treatment.
- Utilized evidence-based methods such as Invisalign or traditional braces depending on patient needs to ensure the most effective treatment options.
- Mentored junior staff members, sharing knowledge and expertise in orthodontics to foster professional growth within the team.
- Treated patients by fitting mouth appliances, braces and retainers and checked on progress at each office visit.
- Reduced wait times for appointments, implementing a more efficient scheduling system tailored to patient needs.
- Actively participated in community outreach programs promoting oral health awareness among local schools and organizations.
- Fostered strong relationships with referring dentists enhancing collaboration for comprehensive patient care.
Orthodontist
Christie Dental
08.2009 - 07.2012
- Successfully managed a diverse caseload of patients with varying degrees of complexity in their orthodontic needs, delivering comprehensive care tailored to each individual case.
- Enhanced practice efficiency by streamlining appointment scheduling and patient record management.
- Maintained an up-to-date understanding of industry advancements, attending conferences and workshops to continually improve patient care.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing personalized orthodontic consultations and treatment plans.
Dentist
Inland Northwest Orthodontics
08.2005 - 06.2006
- Responsible for direct patient care involving: placement of brackets and bands, appliance delivery, debonding procedures, retainer delivery, and patient education
- I was responsible for 30-60 patient visits a day.
Dental Director
La Clinica Del Valle Family Health Care Center
08.2000 - 06.2004
- Responsible for the administrative oversight and planning development of the dental health division of LCDV
- Located in Medford, Oregon, LCDV is Southern Oregon’s largest public health care facility; it employs over 80 FTE and serves patients who face barriers to health care due to indigence, culture, or language
- Clinical duties encompassed a broad range of general dental procedures, with an emphasis on pediatric dental care.
Education
Master of Science - Department of Orthodontics
University of Florida College of Dentistry
Gainesville, FL05.2009
Department of Orthodontics
University of Florida College of Dentistry
05.2004
DMD - Dentistry
Oregon Health Sciences University School of Dentistry
Portland, OR06.2000
Bachelor of Science - General Science
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR06.1996
Associate of Science - Pre-Dentistry
Umpqua Community College
Roseburg, OR06.1996
Skills
- Dental appliance fabrication
- Invisalign expertise
- Client rapport
- Oral cavity anomalies
- Orthognathic surgery consultation
- Clear aligner therapy
- 3D dental modeling
- Orthodontic treatment planning
- Adult orthodontics
- Orthodontic bonding techniques
- Records Management
- Growth modification techniques
- Diagnostic test evaluation
- Treatment Planning
- Oral hygiene education
- Craniofacial anomaly management
- Staff Mentoring
- Dental appliance design
- Lingual braces proficiency
- Pediatric orthodontics
- Realigning teeth
- Orthodontic force systems
- Malocclusion diagnosis
- Palatal expanders knowledge
- Dento-facial orthopedics
- Braces adjustment
- Patient Medical Histories
- Digital dental imaging
- Space maintainers application
- Orthodontic elastics management
- Orthodontic archwire selection
- Orthodontic emergency care
- Treatment record preparations
- First Aid/CPR
Professional Academic Memberships
- American Association of Orthodontists
- Phi Beta Kappa- Oregon Alpha Chapter
- Northwest Regional Primary Care Association
- Academy of General Dentistry
- American Dental Association
- Xi Psi Phi Dental Fraternity
Dental Leadership Roles
- 2001 - 2004, Co-Chair, Northwest Regional Primary Care Association Clinician Network, An organization comprising more than 800 medical/dental public health practitioners in Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Alaska.
- 2002 - 2004, Steering Committee Member, California Primary Care Association
- 1998 - 2000, Vice-President, Xi Psi Phi Dental Fraternity - Oregon Alpha Chapter
Scholarships Awards
OHSU Merit Scholarship (1999), Joey Bowesema Memorial Scholarship (1995), Jerome B.Steinback Memorial Scholarship (1996), Dr. James Scofield Memorial Scholarship (1996), All-American Scholar (inducted 1995), National Dean’s List (Inducted 1996), University of Oregon President’s List (1995-1996), Umpqua Community College’s Outstanding Political Science Student (1993), Oregon Scholars Award, Xerox Award in the Humanities
Research
- Assisted Dr. Thomas Shearer and Dr. Erjia Mao in the summer of 1997 with research on ascertaining whether high levels of calpain in gingival tissue are correlative- perhaps even causative- of periodontal disease. The findings were presented and published in the 1998 I.A.D.R. Research Conference Abstract.
- Co-presented information on the link between periodontal disease and pre-term low birth weight infants and treatment options at the NWRPCA Spring Conference with Dr. Paul Mayer.
- Graduate thesis research on the effectiveness of Invisalign therapy in the mixed dentition, to be completed in 2009.
Timeline
Orthodontist and Children's Dentist
SmileWorks Children's Dentistry And Orthodontist
03.2014 - Current
Orthodontist
Mainstreet Dental And Orthodontics
08.2012 - 07.2014
Orthodontist
Christie Dental
08.2009 - 07.2012
Dentist
Inland Northwest Orthodontics
08.2005 - 06.2006
Dental Director
La Clinica Del Valle Family Health Care Center
08.2000 - 06.2004
Master of Science - Department of Orthodontics
University of Florida College of Dentistry
Department of Orthodontics
University of Florida College of Dentistry
DMD - Dentistry
Oregon Health Sciences University School of Dentistry
Bachelor of Science - General Science
University of Oregon
Associate of Science - Pre-Dentistry
Umpqua Community College
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