Michael J. Herringshaw
Dentist
Warren,MI
Summary
Trusted professional practicing at Unique Smiles Dental Wellness, a private practice that was founded by me in 1985. Passionate about providing quality dental care to a diverse array of patients and helping them achieve and maintain optimal oral health. Respected dental expert adept at using digital imaging, intraoral cameras and CAD and CAM technology with the goal of better patient understanding. Committed to continuing education to stay current with advancements in dental technology and best practices. Skilled in clinical dentistry, oral surgery, implantology, orthodontics and cosmetic dentistry.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
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 for 2 years during their clinical rotations, sharing expertise in various aspects of dentistry.
- Performed comprehensive oral exams for patients to diagnose and treat dental conditions.
- Actively contributed to my 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 fast-paced environments.
- Created individualized treatment plans to maintain or restore oral health of patients.
- Assessed patient needs and developed treatment plans for restorative work with high patient treatment acceptance.
Education
Doctor of Dental Surgery -
University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, MI12-1984
Bachelor of Science - Dual Degrees in Biology And Psychology
Michigan State University
05.1980
Skills
- Emergency Dental Care
- Dental Radiography
- Oral Examinations
- Continuing education
- Extractions
- Coaching and training
- Treatment Plan Development
- Oral cancer evaluations
- CAD and CAM Technology
- Fixed Prosthodontics
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- X-ray review
- Endodontic Therapy
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 12 staff members daily to achieve ultimate patient care for 39 years.
- Achieved paperless office in 1990 by introducing dental software for all patient charting tasks.
- Created a modern state of the art dental office by incorporating digital xrays, cad cam acquisition for chairside restorations and online patient communication.
Certification
- NPI License - 1984
- Licensed Dentist 1984-Present
- Certified AADSM 1992-Present
Work Preference
Work Type
Part TimeWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CultureTimeline
Dentist
Unique Smiles Dental Wellness
09.1985 - Current
Doctor of Dental Surgery -
University of Detroit Mercy
Bachelor of Science - Dual Degrees in Biology And Psychology
Michigan State University
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