James Pennington
Reno
Summary
Professional dental practitioner with extensive experience at Lemmon Valley Dental Group, excelling in comprehensive examinations and treatment planning. Skilled in CAD/CAM technology and emergency care, I foster collaboration among specialists while mentoring staff. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through innovative digital dentistry and preventative care education. Multilingual communicator dedicated to professional growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Dentist
Lemmon Valley Dental Group
08.2024 - Current
- Performed comprehensive dental examinations and developed treatment plans for diverse patient cases.
- Executed restorative procedures including fillings, crowns, and bridges with precision and care.
- Performed root canal procedures to treat nerve and dental pulp issues and prevent further damage to teeth and gums.
- Alleviated infections with debriding and surgical procedures.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and preventative care to enhance overall health.
- Collaborated with dental hygienists, endodontists, oral surgeons, and periodontists to optimize patient care and streamline clinic operations.
- Utilized digital imaging systems for accurate diagnostics and effective treatment planning.
- Participated in continuing education workshops to stay current with industry advancements and techniques.
- Collaborated with specialists and physicians to develop best practices for complex dental procedures, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Provided emergency dental care, addressing urgent issues in a timely and professional manner.
- Provided mentorship to dental assistants, hygienists, and prospective dental students, fostering professional growth within the practice team.
Lab Technician
Peeble's Prosthetics
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Fabricated dental prosthetics using CAD/CAM technology to ensure precision and quality.
- Assisted in designing custom dental appliances based on patient specifications and dentist feedback.
- Collaborated with dental professionals to address concerns and refine product designs for better outcomes.
- Completed detailed models of patients' mouths to create accurate devices.
- Verified appliance conformance with specifications and accuracy of occlusion using micrometers, articulators, and other tools.
- Implemented digital dentistry techniques, increasing accuracy in dental restorations production process.
Education
Doctor of Dental Surgery - DDS
UOP - Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry
San Francisco, CA06-2024
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Dental
University of The Pacific
Stockton, CA05-2021
Skills
- Comprehensive dental examinations
- Treatment plan development
- Restorative procedures
- Root canal procedures
- Emergency dental care
- Mentorship of dental staff
- Collaboration with specialists
- CAD/CAM technology utilization
- Digital dentistry techniques
- Complex case collaboration
- Preventative care guidance
- Multilingual communication
Affiliations
American Association of Endodontists
California Dental Association
American Student Dental Association
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Associate Dentist
Lemmon Valley Dental Group
08.2024 - Current
Lab Technician
Peeble's Prosthetics
05.2018 - 08.2018
Doctor of Dental Surgery - DDS
UOP - Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Dental
University of The Pacific