Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
Timeline
Michael Herringshaw

Michael Herringshaw

Royal Oak

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.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dentist

Unique Smiles Dental Wellness
09.1985 - Current
  • Supported practice growth by participating in networking events, building relationships with local schools and businesses.
  • Diagnosed nerve and dental tissue damage by conducting careful examinations to determine need for root canal procedures.
  • Checked growth, development and maxillary changes for verification of typical developmental milestones for age group.
  • Mentored dental students during their clinical rotations, sharing expertise in various aspects of dentistry.
  • Referred patients to specialists such as orthodontists, endodontists and oral surgeons based on individual needs.
  • Correctly administered local anesthetic and adjunctive therapies such as fluoride treatments and irrigation.
  • Performed comprehensive oral exams for patients to diagnose and treat dental conditions.
  • Actively contributed to the dental community through memberships in professional organizations and presenting at conferences.
  • Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on industry trends and advancements in dentistry techniques.
  • Diagnosed periodontal disease early through routine assessments, initiating timely interventions to prevent tooth loss or damage.
  • Evaluated performance of all clinical staff to deliver constructive feedback and acknowledge strengths resulting in better working relationships and performance improvements.
  • Built long-lasting relationships with patients by consistently providing high-quality care tailored to individual needs.
  • Performed complex dental procedures such as root canals, extractions, and dental implant placements to restore patients'' smiles.
  • Utilized advanced dental technology, such as digital x-rays and intraoral cameras, for accurate diagnoses and effective treatments.
  • Diagnosed and treated infections, mouth ulcers, and other problems with oral mucosa.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
05.1980

Skills

  • Anesthetic Administration
  • Patient Needs Assessment
  • Orthodontics understanding
  • Emergency Dental Care
  • Laser Debridement
  • Dental Radiography
  • Oral Examinations
  • Continuing education
  • Safety practices
  • Diagnostic Techniques
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Extractions
  • Coaching and training

Websites

Accomplishments

  • Achieved paperless office in 1990 by introducing Eaglesoft 21 for all patient charting tasks.

Affiliations

  • Michigan Dental Association

Certification

  • NPI License - 1985

Timeline

Dentist - Unique Smiles Dental Wellness
09.1985 - Current
Michigan State University - Bachelor of Science, Biology

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