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Norman Bryan DDS

Norman Bryan DDS

Naples,FL

Summary

General Dentist experienced in TMJ diagnosis, sleep apnea screening, digital diagnostics, and bruxism appliance design. Delivered precise treatment planning and patient education, enhancing comfort and function while driving referral growth. Available for consultation to provide expert insights and guidance.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience

Work History

General dentistry with TMJ & Sleep disorders

Heartland Dental
Elkhart, IN
01.2014 - 01.2019

General Practitioner Dentist (TMJ )

Self-employeed
Elkhart, Indiana
09.1973 - 01.2014
  • Supported development and maintenance of TMJ-focused practice serving 2500 patients.
  • Received referrals for patients with whiplash, headaches, neck pain, ear aches, TMJ pain, and severe tooth grinding, expanding practice reach.
  • Created visual aids and utilized advanced technology to effectively educate patients on TMJ treatments.
  • Guided 16 team members and mentored 6 dental associates into leadership roles, enhancing team capabilities.
  • Used digital diagnostics and delivered complex CAD/CAM oral reconstructions with hundreds of successful results.
  • Developed and patented anti-bruxing night guard, Bryan Ramp Therapeutic Night Guard, routinely used by thousands.

Education

DDS

Indiana University, Purdue University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
05-1973

Master of Arts - Biological Sciences

Indiana University, Bloomington
Bloomington, IN
05-1969

TMJ, Sleep disorders

Continuing Education
Symposiums, Seminars, Conventions

Skills

  • TMJ diagnosis
  • Bruxism appliance design
  • Digital diagnostics
  • Patient treatment planning
  • Diagnostic reasoning
  • Case management
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Dental team leadership
  • Team development
  • Team training programs
  • Practice development
  • Clinical communication
  • Patient education

Affiliations

  • Avid Sailor & Photographer

Timeline

General dentistry with TMJ & Sleep disorders

Heartland Dental
01.2014 - 01.2019

General Practitioner Dentist (TMJ )

Self-employeed
09.1973 - 01.2014

DDS

Indiana University, Purdue University Indianapolis

Master of Arts - Biological Sciences

Indiana University, Bloomington

TMJ, Sleep disorders

Continuing Education
Norman Bryan DDS