Santa Maria McKibbins MS.,DDS.,MPH
Dentist
Nolensville,TN
Summary
Experienced with patient diagnosis and treatment, ensuring comprehensive dental care. Utilizes advanced techniques in restorative and preventive dentistry to improve patient health and satisfaction. Strong understanding of patient communication and education, fostering trust and adherence to treatment plans.
Qualified Dentist with background in general dentistry and proven track record of providing comprehensive dental care. Skilled in patient diagnosis and treatment, ensuring effective and compassionate service. Demonstrated expertise in restorative procedures and preventive care, combined with proficiency in patient education and communication.
Friendly professional successfully provides comprehensive dental care in variety of settings. Skilled in clinical dentistry, oral surgery, implant restoration and cosmetic dentistry. Background of exemplary performance in variety of dental procedures, diagnosing dental maladies and providing patient-centered treatment plans.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Dentist
Owens Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
10.2024 - Current
- Participated actively within community events promoting oral health awareness and offering dental screenings, highlighting the importance of preventive care measures.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene practices, leading to improved overall oral health.
- Mentored junior dentists by sharing knowledge about best practices in dentistry and discussing complex cases together for better decision making.
- Maintained detailed patient records to ensure accurate documentation of treatment plans and progress.
General Dentist -Contract
Clinica Dental La Paz
07.2024 - 12.2024
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene practices, leading to improved overall oral health.
- Mentored junior dentists by sharing knowledge about best practices in dentistry and discussing complex cases together for better decision making.
- Maintained detailed patient records to ensure accurate documentation of treatment plans and progress.
- Continuously updated knowledge in the field of dentistry through participation in professional development courses and conferences.
- Effectively managed challenging behavior from pediatric patients utilizing age-appropriate techniques creating positive experiences fostering future visits without fear or anxiety.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and sanitary environment for both staff and patients.
- Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
- Advised patients on appropriate treatment for pain and gave specific home care instructions.
- Managed busy appointment schedules while accommodating emergency cases as needed.
- Completed consultations with patients for treatment plan.
- Collaborated with dental hygienists and assistants to provide efficient and high-quality care to patients.
- Increased patient retention rates by building trust through transparent communication regarding treatment options, risks, benefits, costs involved during consultations.
General Dentist
McKibbins Family Dentistry
07.2004 - 10.2021
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Participated actively within community events promoting oral health awareness and offering dental screenings, highlighting the importance of preventive care measures.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene practices, leading to improved overall oral health.
- Maintained detailed patient records to ensure accurate documentation of treatment plans and progress.
- Performed various dental procedures for a diverse clientele, including fillings, extractions, root canals, and crown placements.
- Improved patient oral health by performing comprehensive dental examinations, diagnoses, and treatments.
- Provided emergency dental care services minimizing pain and discomfort during off-hours appointments.
- Collaborated with specialists such as orthodontists or periodontists when necessary for optimal patient outcomes.
- Effectively managed challenging behavior from pediatric patients utilizing age-appropriate techniques creating positive experiences fostering future visits without fear or anxiety.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and sanitary environment for both staff and patients.
- Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
- Utilized advanced diagnostic tools such as digital X-rays and intraoral cameras for accurate assessments of dental issues.
Contract Dentist
Self Contract
01.2002 - 07.2004
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
- Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and sanitary environment for both staff and patients.
Public Health Dentist
Durham County Health Department
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
- Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and sanitary environment for both staff and patients.
Public Health Dentistry
Person County Clinic
01.1998 - 06.2000
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Education
Certificate - Clinical Reseach
Clinical Reseach Fastrack
Arizona City, AZ03-2022
Master of Public Health -
UNC Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, North Carolina01.2001
General Practice Residency - Hospital Dentistry Meharry Medical College
Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry
Nashville, TN06-1998
Doctor of Dental Surgery -
Meharry Medical College
Nashville, Tennessee01.1996
Master of Science - Biology
North Carolina Central University
Durham, North Carolina01.1990
Bachelor of Science - Biology
North Carolina Central University
Durham, North Carolina01.1984
Skills
- Medical Terminology
- Effective Compliance Strategies
- Dangers Goods Training
- Microsoft Excel
- Patient Tracking software
- Scientistic Software
- Patient Care -Chairside Dental
Certificates And Training
- Good Clinical Practice - ICH E6 (R2), Clinical Research Fastrack | Trinucleate Approved, 11/01/21 - Present
- Phlebotomy Tech, 01/01/22
- CPR Training
- Dangers Goods Training, 05/01/22
Clinical Research Training
Clinical Research Fastrack, 03/01/22, Clinical Research Training covering Core Competencies including:, ICH GCP E6 R (2), FDA Regulations 21CFR 11, 50, 54, 56 and the Common Rule 45CFR46, Data Management, Informed Consent Process, Clinical Trial Operations from feasibility through close-out, GDP following ALCOA-C principles, Identification and reporting of AEs and SAEs, Quality Assurance, Monitoring and Query Resolution, Comprehension and Execution of Clinical Trial Protocols, Maintaining a regulatory binder, housing essential documents including but not limited to 1572, DOA, Training Logs and other Investigator Site File (ISF) document
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association or Red Cross.
- Certified Provider for Invisalign - Align Technology, Inc.
- Membership in the American Dental Association (ADA) – American Dental Association.
- State Licensure for General Dentistry - State Dental Boards.
- NC Driver's License
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
General Dentist
Owens Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
10.2024 - Current
General Dentist -Contract
Clinica Dental La Paz
07.2024 - 12.2024
General Dentist
McKibbins Family Dentistry
07.2004 - 10.2021
Contract Dentist
Self Contract
01.2002 - 07.2004
Public Health Dentist
Durham County Health Department
01.2000 - 01.2002
Public Health Dentistry
Person County Clinic
01.1998 - 06.2000
Doctor of Dental Surgery -
Meharry Medical College
Master of Science - Biology
North Carolina Central University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
North Carolina Central University
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association or Red Cross.
- Certified Provider for Invisalign - Align Technology, Inc.
- Membership in the American Dental Association (ADA) – American Dental Association.
- State Licensure for General Dentistry - State Dental Boards.
- NC Driver's License
Certificate - Clinical Reseach
Clinical Reseach Fastrack
Master of Public Health -
UNC Chapel Hill
General Practice Residency - Hospital Dentistry Meharry Medical College
Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry
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