CHRISTOPHER J. HAYES
Saint Augustine,FL
Summary
Experienced Dentist with 8 years of expertise with a focus in Removal Prosthetics and Oral Implantology. Proficient in dentoalveolar surgery, oral implantolgy and routine dental care. Successful at developing strong professional and patient relationships, leading teams and educating patients on dental care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Managing Director
Aspen Dental
Jacksonville, Florida
05.2024 - Current
- Conducted periodic audits of medical records ensuring accuracy of information stored therein.
- Developed and implemented clinical management strategies to improve patient outcomes.
- Implemented new technologies and processes to increase efficiency in the delivery of healthcare services.
- Directed, supervised and evaluated medical, clerical or maintenance personnel.
- Motivated and supervised dental assistants and hygienist in delivering quality patient care.
- Managed up to 40 patients a day on 5 columns
- Clinically, the focus is on tooth replacement options, implant restorations, implant placement, and both fixed and removable prostheses.
Locums Dentist
Affordable Dentures & Implants
, IN
01.2023 - Current
- Prescribed medications for controlling pain or infection related to dental procedures.
- Performed surgical procedures in the mouth, such as extractions, implant placement or bone grafting.
- Designed and fitted patients with dentures, and other prosthodontic dental appliances.
- Consulted with specialists regarding complex cases requiring multidisciplinary approaches.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to plan and coordinate patient care activities.
- Provided comprehensive postoperative instructions for patients following dental treatments.
Associate Dentist
Affordable Dentures & Implants
Indianapolis, IN
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Developed and implemented individualized dental care plans for patients.
- Trained dental staff members on dental hygiene, dental care, dental emergencies and techniques.
- Assisted with recruitment, training and management of staff.
- Performed simple/surgical extractions, removal of tori, removal of lateral exotosis, restored implant overdentures.
- Trained in root form implant placement.
- Followed up with patients after procedures for proper pain management.
Staff Dentist
HealthNet
Indianapolis, IN
10.2019 - 02.2022
- Treated infections caused by chronic and acute issues and diseases within soft oral tissues.
- Treated, supported and cared for 16 patients per day on average by efficiently focusing on individual patients.
- Took impressions for dental appliances and sent prosthesis to outside dental labs.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene to promote oral health and disease prevention.
- Applied sealants to protect teeth from cavities.
Clinical Faculty
NYU Lutheran Dental Medicine AEGD
06.2018 - 09.2019
- Used individualized instruction techniques to educate students on patient observation, assessment, decision-making and health teaching.
- Upheld patient safety standards by supervising students during medication administration.
- Taught students how to intervene in medical emergencies and how to perform head to neck assessments.
- Relayed feedback on clinical settings' effectiveness in enabling students reach course and program goals.
Staff Dentist
Primary Health Solutions
06.2018 - 09.2019
- Examined patients' teeth, gums and oral tissue to identify and diagnose conditions.
- Taught patients how to properly brush and floss for optimal dental health.
- Analyzed X-rays and reviewed patients' health backgrounds to devise appropriate treatment course.
- Performed root canals, filled cavities and instructed patients on pain management to repair dental structures with minimal discomfort to patients.
Staff Dentist
City of Cincinnati
07.2017 - 06.2018
- Took impressions for dental appliances and sent prosthesis to outside dental labs.
- Conducted oral cancer screenings by thoroughly examining patients' mouths to identify problematic areas.
Associate Dentist
24/7 Dental
Cincinnati, OH
09.2017 - 04.2018
- Treated infections caused by chronic and acute issues and diseases within soft oral tissues.
- Taught patients how to properly brush and floss for optimal dental health.
- Completed basic and specialized dental procedures across diverse client base.
- Performed root canals, filled cavities and instructed patients on pain management to repair dental structures with minimal discomfort to patients.
Education
Fellowship in Oral Implantogy - Oral Implantology
UNLV School of Dental Medicine/CII
Las Vegas, NV07.2023
AAID/Maxicourse - Oral Implantology
Dental College of Georgia Augusta University
Augusta, Georgia11.2022
General Practice Residency - Hospital Dentistry
Miami Valley Hospital
Dayton, Ohio06.2017
Doctor of Dental Surgery - General Dentistry
Indian University School of Dentistry
Indianapolis, IN07.2016
Bachelor of Science - Business
Indiana University
Kokomo, IN05.2010
Skills
- Skilled at learning new concepts quickly, working well under pressure, and communicating ideas clearly and effectively
- Able to convey leadership qualities that lead to effective team building
- Solid communication skills both written and verbal
- Comfort and pride in working with diverse groups of people
- Ability to tactfully resolve conflict and present effective solutions
- Proficient using computer and related software, dentrix, eaglesoft, and epic
- Ability to manage medically compromised patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings
- Strong clinical skills in dentoalveolar surgeries, root form implant placement, fixed and removal prosthodontics (implant retained overdentures), endodontics (rotorary), and operative dentistry
Affiliations
- American Dental Association
- American Academy of General Dentistry
- American Academy of Implant Dentistry
- International Congress of Oral Implantologist.
Accomplishments
- James W. Huckelberry Scholarship 2015 (Indiana University School of Dentistry)
- Harvey G. Levinson Memorial Scholarship 2013 (Indiana University School of Dentistry)
- Dental Plan Foundation Scholarship 2012 (Indiana University School of Dentistry)
- Amba-Rao Undergraduate Service Award 2009 (Indiana University School of Business, Kokomo)
- Honors Certificate, Indiana University 2009
- Top 15% ETS Major Field Test, Indiana University 2009
- Dean’s List, Indiana University, Kokomo
- Fellow of New Horizon Institute (Implant Pathways)
- Fellow International Congress of Oral Implantologist (Pending)
- Fellow California Implant Institute (Pending)
- Affiliate Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (Pending).
Certification
BLS certified
ADEX Board Certified Dental Licensure: Ohio, Indiana, South Carolina , and Florida
Timeline
Clinical Managing Director
Aspen Dental
05.2024 - Current
Locums Dentist
Affordable Dentures & Implants
01.2023 - Current
Associate Dentist
Affordable Dentures & Implants
01.2022 - 01.2023
Staff Dentist
HealthNet
10.2019 - 02.2022
Clinical Faculty
NYU Lutheran Dental Medicine AEGD
06.2018 - 09.2019
Staff Dentist
Primary Health Solutions
06.2018 - 09.2019
Associate Dentist
24/7 Dental
09.2017 - 04.2018
Staff Dentist
City of Cincinnati
07.2017 - 06.2018
Fellowship in Oral Implantogy - Oral Implantology
UNLV School of Dental Medicine/CII
AAID/Maxicourse - Oral Implantology
Dental College of Georgia Augusta University
General Practice Residency - Hospital Dentistry
Miami Valley Hospital
Doctor of Dental Surgery - General Dentistry
Indian University School of Dentistry
Bachelor of Science - Business
Indiana University
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