Michael Smith
Little Rock,AR
Summary
General dentist with advanced training through a hospital-based General Practice Residency, providing comprehensive care to both medically complex and general patient populations. Committed to patient-first treatment planning that supports both oral and systemic health. Dedicated to delivering clinically excellent, compassionate care while continuously advancing professional knowledge and skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
UAMS Dental Hygiene Fall for Smiles
10.2024
- Conducted dental examinations and diagnosed treatment needs.
- Issued referrals for further care, collaborating with dental hygiene students.
Biology Teacher
Lufkin High School
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Contributed to the advancement of students' learning and development, while concurrently fostering opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Inducted to fourth Cohort for Lufkin ISD Leadership Academy.
- Designated as Biology Team Lead for Lufkin High School/Angelina College Early College High School (ECHS) program.
Education
General Practice Residency -
University of Arkansas For Medical Sciences
Little Rock, AR05-2025
Doctor of Dental Surgery - undefined
UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry
Houston, TX05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR05.2015
Skills
- Comprehensive treatment planning
- Restorative dentistry
- Extractions (simple and surgical)
- Implant placement and restoration
- Removable and fixed prosthodontics
- Selective Endodontic Therapy
- Invisalign
- Digital Workflow (CAD/CAM, 3D printing)
- Culturally Competent Care
- Management of medically complex patients
DENTAL LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE
Vulnerable Population Volunteer Services
- Fayetteville Free Health Clinic – Fayetteville, AR (2012-2015)
- Mission of Mercy – Conway, AR (2025), Marble Falls, TX (2023), San Antonio, TX (2021), Texarkana, TX (2019), Houston, TX (2019), Austin, TX (2018), Springdale, AR (2014)
UAMS Dental Hygiene Fall for Smiles
- Conducted dental examinations and diagnosed treatment needs.
- Issued referrals for further care, collaborating with dental hygiene students.
American Dental Education Association (ADEA) Student Chapter
- Chair 2023-2024
- Vice-Chair 2022-2023
- Secretary 2021-2022
- 2024 Class Representative
- Gold Chapter Award (2022, 2024)
- Silver Chapter Award (2023)
Affiliations
- Member, Academy of General Dentistry June 2024 - Present
- Member, Arkansas Central District Dental Society June 2024 - Present
- Member, Arkansas State Dental Association June 2024 - Present
- Member, American Dental Association June 2024 - Present
- Student National Dental Association Aug 2020 – June 2024
- Psi Omega Dental Fraternity Aug 2020 – June 2024
- Texas Academy of General Dentistry Student Chapter Aug 2020 – June 2024
Certification
Licensed Arkansas Dentist – 2024, 2025
Advanced Cardiac Life Support – 2024, 2025
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
UAMS Dental Hygiene Fall for Smiles
10.2024
Biology Teacher
Lufkin High School
08.2018 - 05.2020
Doctor of Dental Surgery - undefined
UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of Arkansas
General Practice Residency -
University of Arkansas For Medical Sciences
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