Niranzena Panneer Selvam
Summary
Texas-licensed General Dentist with U.S. DDS training and current private practice experience delivering comprehensive, patient-centered dental care. Strong clinical background in restorative and esthetic dentistry, crown and bridge, surgical procedures, implant dentistry, and orthodontic clear aligner therapy (SureSmile). Advanced diagnostic capabilities, including CBCT interpretation and management of oral premalignant conditions. Recognized for effective patient education, high case acceptance, and evidence-based treatment planning. Seeking a long-term general dentist position in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Dentist
Summit Dental Health
Omaha, USA
04.2025 - Current
- Provide comprehensive general dentistry, including examinations, preventive care, restorative and esthetic dentistry, crown and bridge procedures, extractions, and emergency treatment.
- Deliver orthodontic correction using clear aligner therapy (SureSmile) as part of comprehensive treatment planning.
- Perform implant treatment planning, surgical placement, and restorative phases based on case complexity.
- Perform surgical extractions, alveoloplasty, and adjunctive bone grafting procedures.
- Diagnose and manage oral premalignant lesions and conditions, including appropriate referral and follow-up.
- Collaborate with specialists in endodontics, oral surgery, and periodontics to coordinate multidisciplinary care.
Clinical Faculty & Director, Oral Health Promotion
Creighton University | School of Dentistry
Omaha, USA
01.2020 - Current
- Delivered didactic instruction and managed preclinical labs, instructing students in 4-handed dentistry, radiographic techniques, and dental materials.
- Interpret 2D imaging and CBCT scans for diagnosis, treatment planning, implant planning, and pathology assessment.
- Supervised and evaluated the clinical performance of students, ensuring strict adherence to OSHA safety protocols and infection control regulations.
- Managed student workflows within the pre-doctoral clinic model, ensuring quality, patient safety, and efficiency.
- Recruited and supervised clinical staff and adjunct faculty, providing training on school protocols and academic standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary faculty to integrate the dental assisting curriculum with dental student training, strengthening the team-based practice model.
Resident
University of Florida, College of Dentistry
Gainesville, Florida
06.2017 - 12.2020
- Provided comprehensive interpretation and consultative reports for 1000+ advanced (CBCT, MRI) and conventional dental radiographs annually, with a focus on maxillo-facial pathology, TMJ, and dental anomalies.
- Protocolled, acquired, and interpreted CBCT scans for implant planning, orthodontic assessment, endodontic pathology, and impaction cases in a high-volume dental school environment.
- Performed hospital-based head and neck imaging, including on-call emergency radiologic interpretations for UF Health Shands Hospital.
- Specialized in the radiographic interpretation of complex maxillofacial pathologies, including odontogenic tumors, fibro-osseous lesions, and traumatic injuries.
Dental Surgeon
The Dental Center
Chennai, INDIA
2008 - 2010
Dental Surgeon
Vignesh Dental Hospital & Implantology Centre
Chennai, INDIA
2007 - 2008
Education
Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) -
Creighton School of Dentistry
Omaha, Nebraska, USA01.2024
Certificate program in Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology -
University of Florida College of Dentistry
Gainesville, Florida, USA01.2020
Master of Dental Surgery (M.D.S) - Oral Medicine and Radiology
Tamil Nadu Government Dental College and Hospital
Chennai, India01.2012
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (B.D.S) -
Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals
Chennai, India01.2008
Skills
- Patient Education and Case Presentation
- Comprehensive Treatment Planning
- Restorative and Esthetic Dentistry
- Crown and Bridge Preparation and Placement
- Orthodontic Mal-alignment Correction Using Clear Aligners (SureSmile)
- Implant Planning, Placement, and Restoration
- Surgical Extractions, Alveoloplasty, and Bone Grafting
- Endodontic Therapy
- 2D and CBCT Imaging Interpretation and Reporting
- Complete Dentures and Removable Partial Dentures (RPD)
- Scaling and Root Planning
- Management of Oral Premalignant Lesions and Conditions
- Soft Tissue Lasers
Certification
• Nebraska Dental License, #7889, 2023
• Texas Dental License, #36716, 2020
• CDCA/NERB licensing examination, 2019
• National Board Dental Examination - Part I and II, 2016
• Texas Dental License, #36716, 2020
• CDCA/NERB licensing examination, 2019
• National Board Dental Examination - Part I and II, 2016
Accomplishments
Medical University Gold Medal in the Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, The Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University for the highest aggregate score in M.D.S. (Master of Dental Surgery) examination, 2012
Continuing Education
- Fellowship in Implant Dentistry, Implant Pathway, 11/01/25
- TopDocs Continuing Education Program offered by Mortenson Dental Partners focusing on Orthodontics, Endodontics, Oral Surgery, Restorative Dentistry, Cosmetics, and Leadership, 04/01/24, Present
- Diode Laser training, 09/09/25
Community And Volunteer Experience
- Creighton After-Hours Dental Clinic - urgent and comprehensive care for underserved populations
- We Care Dental Clinic, FreeDOM Dental Clinic, Florida Mission of Mercy
- Organized free dental screening camps for children and special-needs populations
Academic Experience
- Creighton University | School of Dentistry Omaha, Nebraska, USA
Director & Assistant Professor (Tenure track), Oral & Maxillofacial Radiology Jan 2020 – Till date - Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University | Ragas Dental College & Hospitals Chennai, India
Senior Lecturer (Asst. Prof.), Oral Medicine and Radiology Nov 2013 – Jun 2015 - Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences | Sri Venkateshwara Dental College Bengaluru, India
Senior Lecturer (Asst. Prof.), Oral Medicine and Radiology Jul 2012 – Jan 2013
Book Author
Handbook of Oral and Maxillofacial Giant cell lesions, Kapil Paiwal, Niranzena Panneer Selvam, Abrar Ahmed Alamoudi, Jitin Makker, Anirudha Agnihotry, Springler Nature, 01/01/25, 9819728622
Timeline
General Dentist
Summit Dental Health
04.2025 - Current
Clinical Faculty & Director, Oral Health Promotion
Creighton University | School of Dentistry
01.2020 - Current
Resident
University of Florida, College of Dentistry
06.2017 - 12.2020
Dental Surgeon
The Dental Center
2008 - 2010
Dental Surgeon
Vignesh Dental Hospital & Implantology Centre
2007 - 2008
Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) -
Creighton School of Dentistry
Certificate program in Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology -
University of Florida College of Dentistry
Master of Dental Surgery (M.D.S) - Oral Medicine and Radiology
Tamil Nadu Government Dental College and Hospital
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (B.D.S) -
Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals