John Fulmer
Florence,SC
Summary
Dedicated Dentist skilled at developing effective treatment plans for patients experiencing tooth decay and other various oral diseases and issues. Committed to providing personalized patient care through quality service and communication. Accommodating when helping patients overcome dental fears by displaying patience and compassion. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Dentist
Mid America Health, Inc.
06.2014 - Current
- 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
- Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
- 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.
- Created individualized treatment plans to maintain or restore oral health of patients.
- Reviewed patient health history and performed checkups to assess current issues.
- Assessed patient needs and developed treatment plans for restorative work.
- Completed consultations with patients for treatment plan.
- Administered care in emergency situations to treat tooth injuries.
- Supported patient comfort with calm demeanor and individualized pain management.
- Diagnosed and treated infections, mouth ulcers, and other problems with oral mucosa.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Conducted thorough patient examinations while screening for jaw and tongue cancers by inspecting teeth and soft oral tissues.
- Defined and enforced dental office policies and procedures.
- Evaluated performance of all clinical staff to deliver constructive feedback and acknowledge strengths resulting in better working relationships and performance improvements.
- Checked growth, development and maxillary changes for verification of typical developmental milestones for age group.
- Extracted teeth, performed root canals, and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
Dentist
South Carolina Department Of Corrections
03.2008 - 05.2012
- Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
- Extracted teeth, performed root canals, and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
- Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
- Communicated one-on-one with patients during consultative appointments to explain treatment plan and educate on upcoming procedures.
Dentist
Self
07.1997 - 05.2008
- Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
- Extracted teeth, performed root canals, and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
- Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
- Communicated one-on-one with patients during consultative appointments to explain treatment plan and educate on upcoming procedures.
Dentist
Self
08.1986 - 05.1997
- Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
- Extracted teeth, performed root canals, and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
- Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
Dentist
US Army
08.1983 - 07.1986
Dentist
Self
08.1981 - 05.1983
- Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
- Extracted teeth, performed root canals, and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
- Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
- Communicated one-on-one with patients during consultative appointments to explain treatment plan and educate on upcoming procedures.
Education
DMD - Dentistry
Medical University of South Carolina
Charleston, SC06.1981
Bachelor of Arts - English
Furman University
Greenville, SC06.1971
High School Diploma -
Clinton High School
Clinton, SC06.1967
Skills
- Fluoride Treatment
- Crown Placement
- Local Anesthetic
- Oral Cancer Screening
- Filling Caries
- Emergency Dental Care
- Patient Examination
- Extracting Teeth
- Cavity Maintenance
- Oral Examination
- Surgical Extractions
- Applying Sealants
- Operative Procedures
- Emergency Situations
Timeline
Dentist
Mid America Health, Inc.
06.2014 - Current
Dentist
South Carolina Department Of Corrections
03.2008 - 05.2012
Dentist
Self
07.1997 - 05.2008
Dentist
Self
08.1986 - 05.1997
Dentist
US Army
08.1983 - 07.1986
Dentist
Self
08.1981 - 05.1983
DMD - Dentistry
Medical University of South Carolina
Bachelor of Arts - English
Furman University
High School Diploma -
Clinton High School
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