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Susan Grimm, DDS., MS

Wooster,OH

Summary

Energetic Orthodontist with expertise in providing care to children of all ages as well as adults. Determined practitioner certified in Invisalign. Known for building a large clientele through effective communication, honesty and dedication to excellence.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Orthodontist

North American Dental Group
07.2021 - 06.2022
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing personalized orthodontic consultations and treatment plans.
  • Enhanced practice efficiency by streamlining appointment scheduling and patient record management.
  • Collaborated with dental professionals to develop comprehensive and effective interdisciplinary treatment plans for patients.
  • Reduced wait times for appointments, implementing a more efficient scheduling system tailored to patient needs.
  • Provided top-quality orthodontic care, utilizing advanced techniques and state-of-the-art equipment.
  • Monitored treatment progress closely, adjusting orthodontic appliances as needed to achieve optimal results efficiently.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene practices, reducing risks of complications during treatment periods.
  • Fostered strong relationships with referring dentists enhancing collaboration for comprehensive patient care.
  • Continuously improved clinical skills through ongoing professional development opportunities, keeping abreast of latest industry trends and best practices.
  • Evaluated needs of new patients through careful examination and review of X-rays and health histories.
  • Treated patients by fitting mouth appliances, braces and retainers and checked on progress at each office visit.
  • Communicated effectively with patients and parents to discuss treatment processes, what to expect and potential length of expected treatment.
  • Diagnosed teeth and jaw or other dental-facial abnormalities.
  • Coordinated orthodontic services with other dental and medical services.
  • Studied diagnostic records such as medical or dental histories, plaster models of teeth and X-rays to develop patient treatment plans.
  • Instructed dental officers and technical assistants in orthodontic procedures and techniques.
  • Adjusted dental appliances to produce and maintain normal function.

Orthodontist Co-owner

Orthodontic Specialists Of Wooster
09.2001 - 07.2021
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing personalized orthodontic consultations and treatment plans.
  • Enhanced practice efficiency by streamlining appointment scheduling and patient record management.
  • Collaborated with dental professionals to develop comprehensive and effective interdisciplinary treatment plans for patients.
  • Reduced wait times for appointments, implementing a more efficient scheduling system tailored to patient needs.
  • Provided top-quality orthodontic care, utilizing advanced techniques and state-of-the-art equipment.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies that attracted new patients while maintaining strong relationships with existing clients.

General Dentist

Susan C Grimm DDS
03.1987 - 06.1997
  • Improved patient oral health by performing comprehensive dental examinations, diagnoses, and treatments.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction with personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs and preferences.
  • Performed various dental procedures for a diverse clientele, including fillings, extractions, root canals, and crown placements.
  • Collaborated with dental hygienists and assistants to provide efficient and high-quality care to patients.

General Practice Resident

Denver General Hospital
07.1985 - 06.1986

Education

Master of Science - Orthodontics

University At Buffalo: SUNY
Buffalo, NY
07.1999

DDS - Dentistry

University of Colorado School of Dentistry
Atlanta, GA
05.1985

Bachelor of Arts - Chemistry

Emory University
Atlanta, GA
12.1979

Skills

  • Dental Appliance Fittings
  • Treatment Record Preparations
  • Patient Medical Histories
  • Written and Verbal Communication
  • Staff Mentoring
  • Realigning Teeth
  • Growth modification techniques
  • Orthodontic space closure
  • Malocclusion diagnosis
  • Pediatric orthodontics
  • Orthodontic elastics management
  • Braces adjustment
  • Orthognathic surgery consultation
  • Clear aligner therapy
  • Retainer fabrication
  • Invisalign expertise
  • Space maintainers application
  • Bracket positioning accuracy
  • Orthodontic debonding procedures
  • Orthodontic archwire selection
  • Oral hygiene education

Accomplishments

Our orthodontic office in Wooster, Ohio was nominated and won The Best of The Best Orthodontic office in Wayne County three years in a row: 2018, 2019, and 2020.

Affiliations

  • Handler to a 7 year old therapy dog that visits schools and businesses to give joy to others.
  • Signature member to the Colored Pencil Society of America where I have received local and national awards for my artwork.

Certification

Certificate in Orthodontics from SUNY in 1997 along with a Masters of Science degree.

Licensed in Ohio to practice dentistry

Memberships

AAO, ADA, ODA, Stark County Dental Association, Cleveland Society of Orthodontists, 

Timeline

Orthodontist

North American Dental Group
07.2021 - 06.2022

Orthodontist Co-owner

Orthodontic Specialists Of Wooster
09.2001 - 07.2021

General Dentist

Susan C Grimm DDS
03.1987 - 06.1997

General Practice Resident

Denver General Hospital
07.1985 - 06.1986

Master of Science - Orthodontics

University At Buffalo: SUNY

DDS - Dentistry

University of Colorado School of Dentistry

Bachelor of Arts - Chemistry

Emory University
Susan Grimm, DDS., MS