Carlos Manuel Suero Escotto

Foreign-trained dentist and dental laboratory technician with a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from Universidad Central del Este, Dominican Republic. More than three years of experience practicing general dentistry, five years of clinical experience as a licensed Dental Hygienist in Florida, and extensive experience in dental laboratory technology and digital dentistry. Skilled in patient care, restorative procedures, treatment planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration, with a strong understanding of the United States dental healthcare system and standards of care. Recognized for strong communication skills, ability to build trust with patients, and effective teamwork in multidisciplinary clinical environments. Seeking admission to an Advanced Standing / International Dental Program to advance clinical training and pursue licensure as a dentist in the United States.

• La Luz del Mundo Community Outreach Program, Volunteer Dental Hygienist, Florida, USA, 2022, Present, Provide volunteer dental services one Saturday per month for community members, including periodontal evaluation, dental prophylaxis, and preventive care at reduced cost. Participate in community outreach efforts in collaboration with Wave Dental, supporting access to quality dental care for underserved populations.
• BIO (Bright Island Outreac), Volunteer Dentist, Dominican Republic, 2016, 2019, Participated in community outreach programs providing free dental treatment throughout the Dominican Republic. Participated in intensive five-day clinical outreach missions conducted two to three times per year, delivering dental care to underserved populations throughout the country, including cleaning, extractions, removable prosthodontics, preventive treatment, and operative restorations.
• Esperanza International, Volunteer Dentist, Dominican Republic, 2017, 2019, Participated in dental community service programs providing care for underserved populations. Performed periodontal evaluations, prophylaxis, and preventive treatments as part of outreach initiatives.

• Member — 2026 – Present
• Latino American Academy of Osseointegrated Dental Implants
• Professional membership focused on implant dentistry, osseointegration, and advanced restorative techniques.

• Doctoral Thesis — 2016
• Signs and Symptoms of Periodontal and Pulp Pathologies
• Universidad Central del Este, Dominican Republic
• Completed as part of the Doctor of Dental Surgery program. Research focused on the clinical diagnosis and evaluation of periodontal and pulpal diseases at the university integral clinic.

• Fotona Laser Training Oct/2025 Fotona, Miami, Florida, USA
• Training in laser assisted dental procedure, soft and hard tissue management
• Exocad Training Sep/23
• Anibalaan Odontología Dental Laboratory, Dominican Republic Advanced training in digital dentistry, CAD/CAM design, and fabrication of fixed prosthodontic restorations using Exocad software.
• Administration of Local Anesthesia for Dental Hygienists 05/2021-06/2021
• Miami Dade College, Florida, USA Certification in the safe administration of local anesthesia, patient monitoring, and pain control techniques in clinical practice.
• Digital Dentistry CEREC / CAD-CAM Training 08/2019-09/2019
• CAD/CAM Center, Miami, Florida, USA Hands-on training in digital impressions, chairside CAD/CAM design, and fabrication of ceramic restorations using CEREC technology.
• Dental Ceramic Masterclass 06/2018
• Manolito Dental, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic Advanced training in dental ceramics, shade selection, esthetic restorations, and laboratory techniques for fixed prosthodontics.
• Prosthetic Cementation Protocol for Crowns, Veneers, and Posts 04/2018
• Instituto Odontológico del Este (IODENT), Dominican Republic
• Training in adhesive protocols, luting systems, and proper cementation techniques for fixed prosthodontic restorations.
• Ivoclar Dental Ceramic Technique 09/2017
• Universidad Central del Este Dental Laboratory, Dominican Republic
• Training in ceramic systems, layering techniques, and esthetic dental restorations using Ivoclar materials.
• CAD/CAM Training with Sirona InLab 10/2017
• Training in digital design and fabrication of crowns, bridges, and prosthetic restorations using Sirona InLab technology.
• Endodontic Access and Instrumentation Technique 12/2017
• Training in endodontic access preparation, canal instrumentation, and infection control during root canal procedures.
• Wisdom Teeth Extraction Technique and Complication Management 08/2016/09-2016
• Universidad Central del Este, Dominican Republic Clinical
• Training in surgical extraction techniques, management of complications, and patient care during oral surgery procedures. Planning and performing of more than 40 third-molar extractions, following established surgical and complication management protocols.