Lauren Hensick
Oak Creek,WI
Summary
Orofacial pain specialist with extensive experience at TMJ & Orofacial Pain Centers of Wisconsin. Expertise in managing complex pain diagnoses and enhancing patient interactions. Collaborates effectively with healthcare professionals and support staff to ensure comprehensive care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Orofacial Pain Specialist
TMJ & Orofacial Pain Centers of Wisconsin
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
08.2025 - Current
- Managed care for patients with orofacial pain diagnoses, including temporomandibular disorders, neuropathies, and headaches, enhancing their quality of life.
- Fabricated and fitted intraoral appliances tailored to individual diagnoses, contributing to improved patient comfort and pain relief.
- Implemented treatment plans for patients diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea using mandibular advancement devices
- Provided education on pain management strategies and lifestyle adjustments, empowering patients to take proactive steps in their treatment.
Orofacial Pain Resident
Michigan Medicine
Ann Arbor, USA
07.2023 - 06.2025
- Analyzed complex orofacial pain cases, applied evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes and improve diagnostic accuracy.
- Demonstrated meticulous attention to detail in patient assessments, ensured accuracy and reliability in treatment planning.
- Completed advanced training in orofacial pain
- Trained in intraoral appliances, medication management, and procedural injections.
- Contributed to team-oriented clinical setting, prioritized effective communication and empathy in patient care delivery.
Staff Dentist
Dental Dreams
Lansing, USA
09.2023 - 12.2024
- As a Staff Dentist at Dental Dreams, I collaborate with a diverse team to deliver comprehensive oral care.
- Provide exceptional patient care and education, fostering a supportive environment that encourages patient trust and long-term oral health.
- Diagnosed and treated dental issues, delivering effective solutions that improved patient oral health and strengthened clinic reputation.
- Treated numerous dental traumas and infections in a Level 1 emergency department.
- Treatment included extractions, complex restorative procedures, and debridements.
- Enhanced patient care through interdisciplinary collaboration, contributing to improved patient outcomes in a fast-paced environment.
- Conducted thorough assessments for special needs patients, ensuring tailored treatment plans that addressed individual needs.
General Practice Resident
Michigan Medicine
Ann Arbor, USA
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Diagnosed dental conditions through thorough patient examinations.
- Created individualized treatment plans addressing specific patient needs to enhance care effectiveness.
- Supported surgical procedures, ensuring compliance with safety protocols to promote patient safety.
- Managed patient records effectively using electronic health record systems.
- Partnered with healthcare professionals on interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
Oral Surgery Assistant
Dr. Fredric Bonine
Brighton, USA
05.2017 - 05.2020
- Assisted in complex oral surgeries, ensuring patient comfort and safety, while enhancing team efficiency through effective communication.
- Worked closely with surgeons and staff to maintain a sterile environment, fostering a cohesive team dynamic and ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Streamlined surgical preparation processes, which reduced setup time, improving overall clinic productivity and patient turnover.
Education
Orofacial Pain Residency -
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI06.2025
GENERAL PRACTICE RESIDENCY -
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor06.2023
DOCTOR OF DENTAL SUGERY -
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI05.2022
MASTER'S IN PHYSIOLOGY -
Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland12.2017
BACHELOR'S DEGREE IN MOVEMENT SCIENCE -
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI05.2016
Skills
- Treatment Planning
- Diagnostic Skills
- Clinical Research
- Patient Management
- Patient Education
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
- Team Leadership
- Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Empathy
Affiliations
- Michigan Dental Association, Member
- American Dental Association, Member
- Washtenaw County District Dental Association, Member
- American Academy of Orofacial Pain, Resident Member
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Languages
Spanish, Proficient
Publications
- The Case Studies in Orofacial Pain and Headache Series, Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis and the Temporomandibular Joint
- Michigan Dental Association Poster Presentation, Neuropathic Orofacial Pain: Differentiating Trigeminal Neuralgia from Trigeminal Neuropathy
- Michigan Dental Association Poster Presentation, Dental Clearance Prior to Radiation Therapy: Literature Review and Case Example
- Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program (UROP), Psychosocial Adjustment of Obese Youth in an Intensive Weight Management Program
References
- Elizabeth Hatfield, Michigan Medicine, lizhat@med.umich.edu
- Kristine Phillips, Michigan Medicine, phillikr@med.umich.edu
- Fredric Bonine, Dr. Fredric Bonine, DDS, MD, MS, drbonine@gmail.com
Additional Information
2018, 2018
Research
- Victors for Veterans, CEO of VINA Clinic Team
- Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program (UROP), Psychosocial Adjustment of Obese Youth in an Intensive Weight Management Program Poster Presentation and Clinical Research
- Systematic Review on Osteoporosis and Temporomandibular Disorder, Research publication planned for 2025
Timeline
Orofacial Pain Specialist
TMJ & Orofacial Pain Centers of Wisconsin
08.2025 - Current
Staff Dentist
Dental Dreams
09.2023 - 12.2024
Orofacial Pain Resident
Michigan Medicine
07.2023 - 06.2025
General Practice Resident
Michigan Medicine
07.2022 - 06.2023
Oral Surgery Assistant
Dr. Fredric Bonine
05.2017 - 05.2020
Orofacial Pain Residency -
University of Michigan
GENERAL PRACTICE RESIDENCY -
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
DOCTOR OF DENTAL SUGERY -
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
MASTER'S IN PHYSIOLOGY -
Case Western Reserve University
BACHELOR'S DEGREE IN MOVEMENT SCIENCE -
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor