DAWN ABOUSY
Glen Burnie,MD
Summary
Highly skilled dentist with 20 plus years experience in general dentistry in pediatric and family practices. Expertise in oral surgery, endodontics, periodontics, restorative dentistry, and removable and fixed prosthodontics. Proven ability to detect and diagnose diseases, develop and implement treatment plans, and perform treatment. Recognized for continuously providing high-quality dental care and services.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Clinical Director
Aspen Dental
07.2025 - Current
- Led clinical team to achieve operational excellence through implementation of evidence-based practices.
- Developed and executed strategic initiatives to enhance patient care quality and compliance with regulatory standards.
Associate Dentist
Aspen Dental
04.2024 - 06.2025
- Built strong relationships with patients, fostering trust and open communication regarding their dental concerns.
- Developed customized treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs, promoting overall oral health and wellbeing.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently updating patient files with relevant medical history, treatments, and progress notes.
- Performed routine dental checkups, identifying and treating oral health issues promptly to prevent further complications.
- Provided emergency dental care, addressing urgent issues in a timely and professional manner.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on industry advancements and improve clinical skills.
Lead Dentist
BIG AND LITTLE SMILES
01.2022 - 02.2024
- Served as lead dentist in family practice setting, serving patients of all ages. Provided comprehensive care including restorative, prosthodontic, endodontic, surgical and periodontal treatment.
Associate Dentist
VILLAGE DENTISTRY
01.2016 - 01.2021
- Provided dental services to patients in a family practice setting. Delivered comprehensive care performing restorative, fixed and removable prosthodontic treatment, implant placement and restoration, oral surgery, endodontics, periodontal treatment. Provided oral healthcare education and dietary counseling to patients. Recognized by patients and fellow providers for performing high quality dental treatment with care and compassion.
Associate Dentist
ADVENTURE DENTAL
01.2008 - 01.2016
- Served as Dentist providing complete dental services to pediatric patients in practice consisting of 3,000 patients, 3 doctors, 2 assistants, 3 hygienists, and administrative staff. Delivered comprehensive dental care, performed restorative treatments, presented treatment plans, and explained care and maintenance measures to parents. Provided oral hygiene instructions, dietary counseling, and overall oral health education. Trained assistants, facilitated patient scheduling, and collaborated with dentists to improve effectiveness of office procedures and processes.
- Consistently produced respectable revenue numbers.
- Successfully helped children overcome dental fears by displaying kindness, patience, and compassion.
- Valued by patients for promoting good dental hygiene through continuous education and encouragement of preventive maintenance measures and general oral healthcare.
- Recognized for performing high quality dental work and building strong relationships with patients and parents, evident by patient loyalty and retention.
- Promoted oral healthcare initiatives through community outreach programs and school events.
Associate Dentist
PEDIATRIC DENTAL CLINIC
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Provided dental care to Medicaid pediatric patients in high-volume practice. Performed all dental services, developed comprehensive treatment plans, and discussed course of treatment with parents.
- Generated significant office revenue as high producer.
- Earned rapid respect for handling more difficult and complex cases.
- Successfully managed large patient volume in fast-paced office.
- Highly respected dentist with strong patient relations, organizational, and office management skills.
Education
General Practice Residency - undefined
NEW YORK METHODIST HOSPITAL
Brooklyn, NYD. D. S. - undefined
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND DENTAL SCHOOL
Baltimore, MDBachelor of Science - Biology
DUKE UNIVERSITY
Durham, NCAffiliations
- Maryland State License
- American Dental Association
- Maryland State Dental Association
- Fellowship International Dental Implant Association
CUST
Proficient in Practice Management Software, Digital Radiograph Systems, Eagle Soft, and Dexis
Timeline
Managing Clinical Director
Aspen Dental
07.2025 - Current
Associate Dentist
Aspen Dental
04.2024 - 06.2025
Lead Dentist
BIG AND LITTLE SMILES
01.2022 - 02.2024
Associate Dentist
VILLAGE DENTISTRY
01.2016 - 01.2021
Associate Dentist
ADVENTURE DENTAL
01.2008 - 01.2016
Associate Dentist
PEDIATRIC DENTAL CLINIC
01.2006 - 01.2008
General Practice Residency - undefined
NEW YORK METHODIST HOSPITAL
D. D. S. - undefined
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND DENTAL SCHOOL
Bachelor of Science - Biology
DUKE UNIVERSITY