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Dennis Perkins

Farmington Hills,Michigan

Summary

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. Friendly professional successfully provides comprehensive dental care in variety of settings. Skilled in clinical dentistry, oral surgery, implantology and cosmetic dentistry. Background of exemplary performance in variety of dental procedures, diagnosing dental maladies and providing patient-centered treatment plans.

Work History

Dentist

Meridian Dental Center
Ypsilanti, MI
04.2020 - 12.2022
  • Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
  • Efficiently completed dental procedures for restorative work.
  • Improved patients' comfort by providing calm and professional care, explaining procedures, answering questions and carefully managing pain.
  • Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and decisions about treatments.

Dentist

South Huron Dental
Ypsilanti, MI
04.2007 - 04.2020
  • Communicated one-on-one with patients during consultative appointments to explain treatment plan and educate on upcoming procedures.
  • Extracted teeth, performed root canals, and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
  • Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Evaluated performance of all clinical staff to deliver constructive feedback and acknowledge strengths resulting in better working relationships and performance improvements.
  • Reviewed patient health history and performed checkups to assess current issues.

Dentist

Dennis L. Perkins D.D.S. P.C.
Detroit, MI
10.1978 - 01.2005
  • Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
  • Communicated one-on-one with patients during consultative appointments to explain treatment plan and educate on upcoming procedures.
  • Advised patients on appropriate treatment for pain and gave specific home care instructions.
  • Extracted teeth, performed root canals, and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
  • Reviewed patient health history and performed checkups to assess current issues.
  • Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
  • Evaluated performance of all clinical staff to deliver constructive feedback and acknowledge strengths resulting in better working relationships and performance improvements.

Education

Doctor Of Dental Surgery - Dentistry

University of Michigan Dental School
Ann Arbor, MI
05.1977

Bachelor of Arts - Degree in English Major, Minor in Biology

Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI
2023.01 - 2023.06

High School Diploma -

Mt. Clemens High School
Mt. Clemens, Michigan
05.1965

Skills

  • Surgical Extractions
  • X-Ray Interpretation
  • Local Anesthetics
  • Bleaching Agent Application
  • Root Canal Procedures
  • Implant Restoration
  • Patient Relationships
  • Oral Cancer Screening
  • Patient Examination
  • Clinical Team Oversight
  • Cosmetic Dentistry
  • Emergency Care
  • Electronic Records Management
  • Charting
  • Patterson EagleSoft
  • Denture Adjustment
  • K-Ray Interpretation
  • Crown and Denture Models
  • Orthodontics Understanding
  • Dental Disease Patterns and Prevention
  • Anesthetic Administration
  • Radiographic Exams
  • Henry Schein Dentrix
  • Crown Placement
  • Infection Control Maintenance
  • Pain Management

Accomplishments

Worked my self through college and dental school.

I have owned 2 dental practices one of which has been taken over and is still being run by my son in law.

I would like to continue in dentistry as I enjoy working.

Affiliations

  • American Dental Association
  • Academy of General Dentistry Emeritus
  • Wolverine Dental Society

Timeline

Bachelor of Arts - Degree in English Major, Minor in Biology

Western Michigan University
2023.01 - 2023.06

Dentist

Meridian Dental Center
04.2020 - 12.2022

Dentist

South Huron Dental
04.2007 - 04.2020

Dentist

Dennis L. Perkins D.D.S. P.C.
10.1978 - 01.2005

Doctor Of Dental Surgery - Dentistry

University of Michigan Dental School

High School Diploma -

Mt. Clemens High School

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