Samantha C. Sauers

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.

• American Dental Association, Member
• Florida Dental Association, Member
• American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Member

• Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) for Healthcare Professionals (American Heart Association)
• Florida Department of Health Licensed Dentist
• HIPPA and OSHA Training and Compliance
• Invisalign Certified

Community Service-Learning Externship (2019) 

• Tampa Family Health Center

ADEA Academic Dental Careers Fellowship Program at TUSDM (2019 – 2020)

• Mentor: Dr. Theano Eliopoulos
• Connect dental students with faculty members to provide insight into academic dentistry.
• Created a course for incoming clinical students to help boost confidence in clinic and an awareness for the intricate details of the clinical setting and patient management.

Implant Selective Program at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (2019 – 2020)

• Mentor: Dr. Hadi Gholami
• Fully Guided Implant Placement with Nobel BioCare, Straumann, and Zimmer Implants
• Understand how to use and read a CBCT, Lateral Cephalometric, and Panoramic Radiographs

TUSDM Bates Andrews Research Day Poster Presentation (2019 – 2020) 

• Mentor: Dr. Theano Eliopoulos
• Study: Collaborative Approach to Patient Care in Dental School Clinics; Teaching, Learning & Clinical Preparedness

Kripalu Yoga Symposium (2019) 

• Mentor: Dr. Christina Pastan
• Study: Diaphragmatic Breathing and Performance Anxiety in Dental Students

TUSDM Bates Andrews Research Day Poster Presentation (2017 – 2019) 

• Mentor: Dr. Christina Pastan
• Study: Diaphragmatic Breathing and Performance Anxiety in Dental Students

Give Kids a Smile (2017 – 2020)

• Free Dental care to children 0-13 Years old at TUSDM
• Provide dental cleanings, x-rays, fluoride application, and operative procedures on patients.

Autism Smiles (2019 – 2020)

• Dental introduction for patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Service with a Smile (2019 – 2020)

• Free Dental Screening program for Homeless Veterans