Dr. Gabriela Lagreca from The International Dentist brings stories from fellow dentists who left their homelands to develop their professional careers in the US. You will hear their journey to success, but also the failures that led them there. Every week, I will bring you helpful, honest, and real advice from educators, leaders, private practitioners, and business owners who will share their experiences and learnings to empower and motivate your dental journey.
Promethean Dental SystemsFor more information about PDS International Student Program, visit: https://www.prometheandentalsystems.com/international-student-program This episode features PDS board members:Mike Hill- Chairman of the Board. Mike has been working with dental practices and dental suppliers across the dental ecosystem for nearly a decade to deliver efficieny, optimization and new educational standards. Mike has built results all throughout the value chain and has successfully worked with a variety of practices from small single practitioner offices to large multi-practices. Mike is a recognized leader in the business of dentistry; he co-developed an executive education program for practice owners and has lectured on the business of dentistry at the Dental College of Georgia. Mike is also an educator, serving as a Management faculty member in the Terry College of Business at the University of Georgia.Rick Callan, DMD, EdS, EdD- Board Member. Following a successful career as a private practice dentist, Dr. Callan returned to his alma mater, DCG as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Oral Rehabilitation. He served as Chair of the Department of General Dentistry for 11 years. He has since received a Specialist degree in Educational Leadership and his Doctoral degree in Educational Innovation. Dr. Callan retired from the faculty of his alma mater in December 2019. Dr. Callan is a dental education consultant and continues to conduct research on the application of digital technologies in the education of health professionals. Donna Armstrong- Board Member. Donna has been leading the design and operation of business services her entire career. Her career has been focused on providing business services that balance operational efficiency and world-class customer experience. She uses her detailed orientation for results to ensure all dental simulation educational courses are properly tested and delivered at all educational centers with a passion for her customers. Donna has been hands on with PDS customers since the inception of our first simulation center. Jerry Cooper, DMD, FAGD- Board Member. Upon graduation from the Medical College of Georgia School of Dentistry, Dr. Cooper returned home and started his private practice in Trenton, GA. He served patients from the tri-state area providing comprehensive dental care for thirty years before deciding to enter academics. Dr. Cooper served on the faculty of his alma mater from 2006 until the end of 2019. He also maintained a very active dental practice within the school, treating patients from all walks of life. He was a strong student advocate, constantly and consistently working for students' right to a complete educational experience. He received various awards including, the American College of Dentists Professionalism Award multiple times and the prestigious Judson C. Hickey Award for outstanding teaching. EPISODE 25 SPONSOR AD:Promethean Dental Systemshttps://www.prometheandentalsystems.com/international-student-program Discount code TID2021 for 10% off PDS Full 5-day Course for International Dentists--------------------------More Information about this and many other podcast at:www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
Dr. Daniel Oreadi DMD, OMFSDr. Oreadi earned his dental degree at the Universidad Central of Venezuela and completed the Advanced Graduate Education in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery program at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Oreadi then completed a fellowship training in head and neck Oncologic and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville. Currently, Dr. Oreadi is an assistant professor in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at TUSDM and a staff member at Tufts Medical Center where he holds operating room privileges. He is recognized for his expertise in the diagnosis and management of oral and maxillofacial surgery pathology and reconstruction with training in microneurosurgery of the trigeminal nerve. He has authored multiple articles published peer review journals as well as book chapters in his specialty. He is also a reviewer for the pathology and reconstruction section of the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and a section editor of the parameters of care of his specialty. Additionally, he is an avid Futbol (soccer) fan. https://dental.tufts.edu/people/faculty/daniel-oreadihttps://facultyprofiles.tufts.edu/daniel-oreadihttps://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-oreadi-0848b038/EPISODE 21 SPONSOR AD:Promethean Dental Systemshttps://www.prometheandentalsystems.com/international-student-program Discount code TID2021 for 10% off PDS Full 5-day Course for International Dentists--------------------------More Information about this and many other podcast at:www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
Dr. Rodrigo Sanches Cunha Dr. Cunha completed his Undergraduate Dental Degree in 1994, which he obtained from the Catholic University of Campinas in Sao Paulo - Brazil. His postgraduate studies include a Specialty degree in Endodontics obtained in 1997 from the State University of Campinas (UNICAMP); in 2002, a M.Sc. degree in Clinical Dentistry (Endodontics), and in 2006, a Ph.D. degree in Dental Sciences both of which he received from Sao Leopoldo Mandic Centre for Dental Research. In 2011, Dr. Cunha moved with his wife (Andressa) and three daughters (Leticia, Larissa and Helena) to Winnipeg to work as a Full-time Professor at the College of Dentistry, Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Manitoba. Dr. Cunha became Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada (Endodontics) in 2013 and, in 2016, decided to work in Private Practice full-time. Dr. Cunha joined Dr. Simona Pesun as the founders of Prairie Endodontics in 2018. Dr. Cunha has been a guest speaker at more than 200 events worldwide. Dr. Cunha has published more than 100 papers and abstracts in several peer reviewed journals and six book chapters and has extensive clinical experience obtained working in Private Practice limited to Endodontics since 1995. Dr. Cunha is a real Winnipeg Jets fan and enjoys watching sports, swimming and enjoying his family during his spare time. https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodrigo-sanches-cunha-a98581b7/https://www.instagram.com/prairieendo/EPISODE 22 SPONSOR AD:Promethean Dental Systemshttps://www.prometheandentalsystems.com/international-student-program Discount code TID2021 for 10% off PDS Full 5-day Course for International Dentists--------------------------More Information about this and many other podcast at:www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
Sergio E. Sanchez, DDSAssistant Professor, AEGD Program Director, Craniofacial Sciences, University of Connecticut, School of Dental MedicineDr. Sergio Sanchez was born and raised in Peru. He received his Dental Degree from Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia School of Dentistry in 2004. After dental school, Dr. Sanchez completed a Diplomaed certification in Dental Esthetics from the School of Peruvian Dentistry. In 2008, he joined the Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) residency program at the University of Connecticut (UConn) School of Dental Medicine, where he completed two years of residency with an additional AEGD Fellowship. Immediately following his residency, Dr. Sergio Sanchez became a clinical instructor for the AEGD program at UConn School of Dental Medicine. Part of his responsibilities was serving as a dental provider at Health Care Community Centers. In 2016, he was promoted to Assistant Professor and Program Director of the AEGD residency program.As Program Director of the AEGD residency program, Dr. Sanchez has many administrative responsibilities, including providing clinical supervision and didactic courses for over 30 residents per year. Part of his duties also includes managing the dental Emergency Services offered at UConn School of Dental Medicine and John Dempsey Hospital. Additionally, he is responsible for providing care to patients with acquired and developmental disabilities in the Operating Room at the John Dempsey Hospital. Also, Dr. Sanchez joined a private practice in Torrington, CT, in 2021 as an Associate Dentist.Dr. Sanchez has helped move UConn School of Dental Medicine into the forefront of Digital Dentistry and 3D printing. He has also participated in several publications and poster presentations, including being part of a presentation where he discussed "Digital Dentistry and its application to Conservative tooth preparation" at the ADEA in 2019. He has also received an award from John Dempsey Hospital for the Hospital Medical Staff Award of Excellence in 2019.Outside of dentistry, Dr. Sanchez loves to spend time with this wife and two children. He enjoys traveling, bike riding, and paddle boarding with his children and lovely wife.https://www.instagram.com/sergioesanchezdds/https://www.linkedin.com/in/sergio-sánchez-velasco-937b905a/EPISODE 21 SPONSOR AD:Promethean Dental Systemshttps://www.prometheandentalsystems.com/international-student-program Discount code TID2021 for 10% off PDS Full 5-day Course for International Dentists--------------------------More Information about this and many other podcast at:www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
Dr. Alexandros Grous graduate from the School of Dentistry, University of Athens (1980).He completed a certificate, Post Graduate Prosthodontics Specialty Program at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Boston (1981-1983). He became an assistant clinical professor of Prosthodontics, Restorative Dept. TUFTS University (1983-1984). He obtained his PhD, diploma at the School of Dentistry, University of Athens (2003).He is a part time clinical instructor at the postgraduate Prosthodontics department, School of Dentistry, University of Athens, teaching macro photography courses to postgraduate dental students at the of School of Dentistry, University of Athens.He maintains a full time private practice limited to Prosthodontics , Esthetics and Implant Dentistry, in Athens. He is an active member of the European Academy of Esthetic Dentistry (EAED-1996), Fellow of the International Team of Implantology (ITI ), Member of the International College of Prosthodontics, the European Association of Osseointegration, the European Prosthodontic Association, Active member and Past President (2007-2009) of the Hellenic Society of Odontostomatological Research and past President of Tufts Prosthodontics Alumni Charitable Organization (2011-2016).Active lecturer nationally and internationally in conventions and continuing education courses on various Prosthodontic, Esthetic and Implant Dentistry topics. Dr. Stefania A. Grous received on 2011, her DMD degree from the English program of Semmelweis University, School of Dental Medicine, Budapest, Hungary.On 2013 she graduated from the two-year postgraduate program of Advanced Education in Aesthetic Dentistry, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Boston, USA. On 2015 she obtained her MSc degree of Conservative Dentistry, from the University College of London (UCL), London, UK. The study of her project was on the subject of 3D printing and the relevant updated technologies. Currently she practices at the Grous Dental Clinic, limited to Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry, Prosthodontics and Implant Dentistry.https://www.grousdentalclinic.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/stefania-grous-40791a44/https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-grous-athens-greece-b2899511/https://www.instagram.com/stefgrous/--------------------------www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
Dr. Jose Rivero is a Board Certified Dentist Anesthesiologist, he was born and raised in Caracas, Venezuela, where he earned his Doctorate in Dental Surgery and practiced for several years while preparing to apply to postgraduate training programs in the U.S. In 2012, Dr. Rivero was accepted into the Advanced Education in General Dentistry program at the University of Connecticut, where he completed two years of postdoctoral training. Immediately after, he continued to expand his skills and came to New York, and accepted a position in the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department at Jacobi Medical Center in the Bronx, where he spent a full year training in the specialty, during this time Dr. Rivero developed a great interest in the field of Anesthesiology and management of patients who had difficulty tolerating dental treatment while awake. He was then accepted into the 3-year Dental Anesthesiology residency program at Jacobi Medical Center in collaboration with Albert Einstein College of Medicine, the only Level 1 Trauma Center in the area, during the 3 years of extensive training exclusively dedicated to Anesthesiology he became proficient in providing all levels of sedation and anesthesia to adult and pediatric patients in settings ranging from the operating rooms to the dental clinics. The Anesthesiology training program included rotations in cardiology, emergency medicine, internal medicine, pulmonology, intensive care for adult and pediatric patients as well as orofacial pain. A special portion of the clinical aspect was dedicated to providing anesthesia for patients with special needs at the Rose F. Kennedy Center. Dr. Rivero served as Chief Resident during his second and part of his third year of residency. Upon completion of his residency training Dr. Rivero became Board Certified by the American Dental Board of Anesthesiology, the only officially recognized institution providing board certification in Anesthesiology at the highest level of training for Dentistry. He keeps an active private practice providing ambulatory anesthesia and is affiliated with Columbia University Medical Center and Saint Barnabas Hospital, where he holds teaching positions.He is certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Basic Life Support (BLS).Instagram https://www.linkedin.com/in/josé-rivero-9bb80494/ https://www.adaofny.com/meet-the-team.html--------------------------www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
Dr Norah Alajaji BDS, MSc.Dr. Norah Alajaji acquired her Bachelor's Degree in Dental Surgery from King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia in 2007. She pursued higher education at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Boston, USA, under the department of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry, attaining her Fellowship and Master's Degree in 2012 and 2014 respectively.During her stay in the United States, Dr. Alajaji held a part-time clinical instructor position for the post-graduate training program at Tufts University, as well as participating in several continuing education courses.Dr. Alajaji has worked as a clinician at The National Guard Hospital for almost ten years. She has been practicing in Sigal Dental Clinics (one of the best private clinics in Riyadh) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia since 2015, specializing in Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry as well as a special focus on Minimally Invasive Dentistry. Alongside, Dr. Alajaji has been conducting continuing education courses in the scope of her specialty. www.najtraining.comhttps://www.instagram.com/norah.alajaji/https://www.linkedin.com/in/norah-alajaji-ab61171ba/---------------------------www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
Dr. Hafez is a specialist in multiple fields with advanced experience andclinical skills in Aesthetics, Prosthodontics, and Implant dentistry. He earnedhis Bachelor of Dental Science from Misr International University (Cairo, Egypt), 2005.Further expanding his expertise by completing both the Advanced Comprehensive Dentistryand Advanced Implant Dentistry programs at New York University College of Dentistry(New York, USA) in 2016. He was later appointed Clinical Fellow of the Advanced ImplantDentistry program at NYUCD. He is currently practicing in Dubai at Apa Aesthetic and Cosmetic Dental Centre, one of the world leaders in Aesthetic Dentistry, where he has worked on some of the region's most popular style setters. Dr. Hafez was personally recruited by Dr. Apa in 2017. Dr. Hafez received his Fellow and Diplomate status from the International Congressof Oral Implantologists (ICOI). He holds published articles in peer-reviewed journals,educated post-graduate students, and presented at international conferences in theareas of Prosthodontics, Periodontics, and Innovative concepts in Implant dentistry.Apaaesthetic.comhttps://www.instagram.com/thafez/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tarek-hafez-350554123/ ----------------------------www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
Dr. Avni Jain, MDS. Prosthodontist and Implantologist."I pursued my master's from India. In the middle of 2019, I moved to London with my husband and started preparing for UK licensing exam. Soon after that, the pandemic struck, and during these unprecedented times of lockdown, I wanted to help students who are most impacted by this disruption. So, I started my Instagram page (@dentalshots_lon) with the objective of making dental education easy through handmade dental animations and illustrations. I have been able to help more than 50,000 budding dentists and have garnered around 5000 followers till now. https://www.linkedin.com/in/avni-jain-b21304192/----------------------------www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
Today's episode is a conversation about continuing education opportunities for distance learning, with Elizabeth Tallett, Director of Continuing Education, Marketing and Communications, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, and Dr. Irina Dragan Assistant Professor, Director of Faculty Education & Instructional Development. Links to the courses mentioned in this episode:https://dental.tufts.edu/continuing-educationThe International Dentist Bootcamp (LIVE-STREAMED ONLINE)Dental Education Learning and Teaching Academy (DELTA) Mini-Residency ProgramContact information:dentalce@tufts.eduhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-tallett-6292519/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/irina-f-dragan/ ----------------------------www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
Dr. Jessica is an international speaker, an impostor phenomenon coach, and a dentist to oncology patients. She works with professionals to help dismantle the impostor phenomenon, perfectionism, and burnout. Dr. Jessica brings a unique perspective challenging your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors about achieving, self-worth, and mental health.https://www.drjessicametcalfe.comhttps://www.instagram.com/thealchemistdentist/https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-jessica-metcalfe-873b671b5/----------------------------www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
Dr. Paresh Shah maintains a private practice in Winnipeg, Canada with a focus on implants, aesthetics and interdisciplinary care. He also serves as a founder and co-director for a Seattle Study Club in Winnipeg. Dr. Shah holds a Master's degree in Physiology and a proficiency certificate in Esthetic Dentistry from the University of Buffalo (SUNY) and a GPR from the University of Manitoba in 1992. He is also a graduate of Misch Implant Institute and the Kois Center. Dr. Shah has taken well over 3000 hours of advanced education on all aspects of dentistry. He has numerous fellowships including the ICOI, AGD and Pierre Fauchard Academy. He serves as a key opinion leader for several dental manufacturers. He has used digital technology in his practice for over 12 years. Dr. Shah has been invited to give over 300 lectures on all aspects of restorative, interdisciplinary care and digital dentistry.www.drpareshshah.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/paresh-shah-a7aa6910/https://www.instagram.com/drpareshshah/https://www.facebook.com/paresh.shah.58----------------------------www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
Dr. Mahsa Khaghani obtained her degree in Dentistry from the U.C.M. (1999). She is the CEO at BeIDE https://bedentalexpert.comInvisalign specialist. Doctor Diamond.Specialist in Implantology and Periodontology.Advanced continuing education in Implantology and Periodontology at New York University (NY 2009-2010).Diploma in advanced periodontics from the U.C.M. (2010).Advanced treatments in periodontics and implantology. (2010)Advanced Course on Surgical Techniques and Aesthetic Implantology, Dr. Markus Hürzeler and Dr. Otto Zuhr. (2009)Esthetic surgery in Periodontal and implant dentistry, Dr. Markus Hürzeler and Dr. Otto Zuhr. (2009)Advanced implantology course. Dr. Padrós. (2007)Implantology and tissue regeneration. Straumann. (2007)Oral implant surgery course. European Dental Institute. (2006)Aesthetic implantology and oral rehabilitation course. Dr. Julian Cuesta. (2006)Porcelain veneers and aesthetic anterior groups. Dr. José A. from Rábago Vega. Ceosa. (2003-2004)Cervera straight arch orthodontic expert postgraduate (2001-2003)Dental treatment in special patients. (2000)Numerous continuous training courses by different dictators, nationally and internationally.Member of SEPES, SEPA, SEI.https://www.linkedin.com/in/khaghanimahsa/https://www.linkedin.com/company/beide/https://www.instagram.com/dra.mahsa/https://www.instagram.com/citadental_clinicas/https://www.instagram.com/bedental.expert/----------------------------www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
Dr. Herschdorfer completed her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from the Universidad Central de Venezuela before completing a two-year Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency at the University of Connecticut. Immediately following this, she was accepted into a three-year Oral Implantology Residency Program at Harvard University, where she obtained her Master of Medical Science (MMSc) through clinical research, in particular evaluating the accuracy of different 3D printers applied in the fabrication of surgical templates for guided implant surgery. During this program, she focused on comprehensive surgical and prosthetic treatment planning and completion. At present she works in private practice in Miami, Florida limited to dentoalveolar surgery, implant surgery, aesthetic implant dentistry, and comprehensive full-arch/full mouth reconstructive implant dentistry. She holds a position as an associate professor at the University of Florida (Hialeah Health Center) where she works as a Faculty member of the implantology course team. Dr. Herschdorfer served as President of the Miami-Dade Dental Society 2019-2020 and is currently, an executive member of this Society which is part of the South Florida Dental Association. Today, Dr. Laura Herschdorfer is passionate about attending and organizing continuing education conferences and getting involved in deep discussions whenever possible to further her skills and is a current member of the following organizations: • Associate Professor for the University of Florida Advanced Education in General Dentistry (Oral Implantology course) • South Florida Dental Association • Florida Dental Association• Academy of Osseointegration• International Team for Implantology https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-herschdorfer-dds-mmsc-6a3a33145/https://www.instagram.com/laurahersch/----------------------------www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
Dr. André Barbisan De Souza obtained his DDS at the State University of Maringá, Brazil, in 2011. He also obtained his training in Periodontology and the Master's Degree, both at the same university. He was an ITI Scholar at Harvard School of Dental Medicine (HSDM), from 2015 to 2016. He has conducted pre-clinical and clinical research in the field of Periodontology and Implant Dentistry and has several articles published in peer-reviewed journals. He is a reviewer of journals such as Clinical Oral Implants Research and Journal of Dental Education. Currently, Dr. De Souza is an ITI Fellow, member of AO Young Clinician Committee, and Assistant Professor in Implant Dentistry at the Department of Prosthodontics at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine.https://www.instagram.com/drandredesouza/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-fAZ13qbN9iLy4wKCic_hg?view_as=subscriberhttps://www.facebook.com/andre.barbisandesouzahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/andr%C3%A9-barbisan-de-souza-bb486131/https://facultyprofiles.tufts.edu/andre-barbisandesouza------------------------------www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
Dr. Sam Khayat graduated from dental school in 2001. He then pursued his specialty at Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine and earned his Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies in Prosthodontics in 2004.In 2007, he joined Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and ran the post-graduate program of Advanced Education in Esthetic Dentistry from 2008 until 2012.After teaching for more than ten years, Dr. Khayat spent the past few years dedicating his professional and academic growth to the digital dentistry industry, and Cerec in particular. He owns a practice in Hingham, MA.Dr. Khayat loves to share his passion for Cerec and its integration in the digital flow of today's dentistry. He loves training dentists and dental auxiliaries to help them make the right decision to change the way they practice dentistry. https://www.southshoreprosthodontics.comhttps://www.facebook.com/southshoreprosthodontics/https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-khayat-90956726/https://www.youtube.com/user/SSProstho-------------------------------www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
Dr. Celin Arce, DDS, MS, FACP Dr. Celin Arce is a board-certified prosthodontist. He received his dental degree from the University Latina of Costa Rica, he completed a residency in Advanced Prosthodontics at the University of Alabama at Birmingham and a Master of Science in Clinical Dentistry. He's a Diplomate of the American Board of Prosthodontics and Fellow of the American College of Prosthodontists. National and international speaker. He is currently an Assistant Professor of the Restorative Sciences Department at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry. Intramural practice limited o to Prosthodontics.https://www.instagram.com/celin.arcehttps://www.instagram.com/dentinaltube/https://www.facebook.com/celin.arcehttps://www.uab.edu/dentistry/home/people/faculty/500-celin-arce-urena-------------------------------www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
Dr. Panos Papaspyridakos is a specialist Prosthodontist and his clinical expertise covers all aspects of Implant, Esthetic, and Reconstructive Dentistry. He received both his Certificate of Specialty in Prosthodontics and an M.S. degree with honorary distinction from Columbia University College of Dental Medicine in New York. Subsequently, he received his Certificate of ITI Scholarship in Implant Dentistry from Harvard School of Dental Medicine in Boston. He also holds a D.D.S. degree from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry and a Ph.D. degree from the National University of Athens School of Dentistry.Currently, Dr. Papaspyridakos serves as an Associate Professor of Postgraduate Prosthodontics at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston and as a visiting Assistant Professor of Prosthodontics at the University of Rochester Eastman Institute for Oral Health in New York, and he maintains a part-time private practice limited to Prosthodontics and Implant Dentistry in Boston.Dr. Papaspyridakos has published more than 100 articles and abstracts in international, peer-reviewed journals and has authored book chapters in 5 Implant Dentistry textbooks, while he serves as a reviewer for several dental journals. His innovative clinical implant research has received international acclaim with educational awards and is well cited with more than 2,000 citations. He is a fellow of the International Team of Implantology (ITI) and the Greater New York Academy of Prosthodontics (GNYAP) and he lectures extensively on dental implants and esthetics in national and international dental meetings.https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Panos_Papaspyridakoshttps://www.instagram.com/panos__papaspyridakos/https://www.thedentalofficeatchestnuthill.com/our-office/meet-the-team/https://facultyprofiles.tufts.edu/panagiotis-papaspyridakos-------------------------------www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
Hamasat Gheddaf Dam, DMD, Dr. Med.Dent.General & Cosmetic Dentistry|Dental ImplantsDr. Gheddaf Dam strongly believes in catering to each patient's needs by formulating a comprehensive treatment plan that will suit their individual requirements. Her broad training and vast experience in both the surgical and restorative/cosmetic aspects of Dentistry allow her to address in a multidisciplinary approach the patient's needs as a whole. Dr. Gheddaf Dam pursued her dental studies, Oral surgery, and Prosthodontics specialties at the University of Geneva, Switzerland. She then won a scholarship in Dental Implants and Bone Regeneration at Harvard School of Dental Medicine and obtained her DMD from Tufts University, School of Dental Medicine, where she currently holds the title of Assistant Professor. Dr. Gheddaf Dam is thoroughly engaged in academia and research and has lectured extensively Nationally and Internationally and published thoroughly in the field. She also holds the role of an ITI ( International Team of Implantology) Study Club Director, was elected a Fellow for the International Team of Implantology, and an Associate Fellow for the Greater New York Academy of Prosthodontics. Dr. Gheddaf Dam has also won the Dean's Award in Excellence in Clinical Teaching from Tufts University.Dr. Gheddaf Dam and her staff offer a multitude of services including but not limited to fillings, simple and complex extractions ( including wisdom teeth), dental implants and bone regeneration, cosmetic veneers, crowns, onlays, in-office and home bleaching, night guards, and sports guards, removable dentures, Invisalign. Dr. Gheddaf Dam is particularly familiar with full mouth rehabilitations resulting from hereditary dental anomalies. Dr. Gheddaf Dam enjoys traveling, pilates, drawing, and spending time with her husband and two daughters. https://www.linkedin.com/in/hamasat-gheddaf-dam-67a74235/https://www.prudential-dental.com/hamasat-gheddaf-dam https://www.instagram.com/prudentialdental/?hl=enhttps://www.facebook.com/prudentialdentalassociates/-------------------------------www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
Dr. Carlos Parra DDS was born and raised in Barcelona, Spain. He graduated from dental school (2009) at Universitat Internacional de Catalunya (UIC), Barcelona, Spain.After his graduation, he got enrolled in a Clinical Residency in Periodontology at UIC (2009-10).He also served as a pre-doctoral clinical instructor (2011 – 12) at UIC.During that period, he was also involved in researches relating to oropharyngeal dysphagia and oral hygiene. Dr. Parra practiced dentistry in Barcelona, Spain, for 3 years (2009-12) prior to coming to Boston, USA.In 2012, he continued his studies for a Certificate in Periodontics at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Boston, Massachusetts (2012-15).In November of 2015, he became a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Periodontics at Texas A&M College of Dentistry, Dallas, Texas.In September 2016, during the 102 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP), he received the Leslie M. Salkin Award for the highest-scoring candidate on the 2016 American Board of Periodontology (ABP) Oral Examination.He is also a receiver of the American Academy Foundation Fellowship to the Institute for Teaching and Learning (ITL) in Health Professions, and the Bud & Linda Tarrson Fellowship Award.In January 2019, Dr. Parra was appointed Assistant Program Director of the Department of Periodontology, at Texas A&M University.Dr. Parra has lectured nationally and internationally on periodontics. His main areas of interest are soft tissue enhancement and dental implants.PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:- AAP – American Academy of Periodontology- ABP – American Board of Periodontology- ADA – American Dental Association- ADEA – American Dental Education Association- TDA – Texas Dental Association- DCDS – Dallas County Dental Society- ITI – International Team of Implantology- HDA – Hispanic Dental Associationhttps://dentistry.tamu.edu/periodontics/faculty/carrasquer.htmlhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/carlos-parra-carrasquer-0a84a93b/IG @carlos_._parra--------------------------------www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
Dr. Irina Dragan is an Assistant Professor (tenure-track) at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (TUSDM), in the Department of Periodontology. She is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. Her administrative responsibilities at TUSDM include serving as Director of Faculty Education and Instructional Development and Program Director for the Dental Educational Learning and Teaching Academy Fellowship. She is the Co-Course Director for Management of Complex Cases. This initiative was designed to strengthen and facilitate an interdisciplinary and interprofessional path forward for our profession that benefits clinicians (students, residents, private practitioners) and most importantly patients. As an enthusiastic and dedicated faculty at TUSDM, she has been actively involved with educational and clinical research projects. Her efforts have been recognized in 2014 with the ADEA/AADR Academic Dental Career Fellowship, 2015 ADEA Emerging Academic Leaders Program, 2016 AAP Foundation Fellowship to attend Institute for Teaching and Learning Program, 2018 AAP Foundation Tarrson Award, and with the 2016 ADEA Chair of the Board of Directors (Presidential) Citation. She is the recipient of the 2019 TUSDM Provost's Award for Outstanding Teaching and Service. Dr. Dragan was invited by the Association for Dental Education in Europe (ADEE) to serve as a consultant for several projects. She is one of the few faculty members selected to represent ADEA for the 2017 and 2019 global initiative “Shaping the Future of Dental Education” for the workshop “New Technologies and Scientific Discoveries”. She currently serves as the Chair-Elect for the ADEA SIG "Career Development for New Educators".Dr. Dragan maintains a private practice limited to periodontology and implant dentistry at Brookline Periodontal Associates, the first periodontal practice established in USA by Dr. Henry Goldman more than 80 years ago. https://facultyprofiles.tufts.edu/irina-draganhttps://www.facebook.com/dragan.irinahttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwp_F744_jA0AQGj7fM2D4A?view_as=subscriberlinkedin.com/in/irina-f-draganIG @irinafdragan ------------------------------------------------www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
Dr. Hugo Campos received his D.D.S. degree from University Central of Venezuela (UCV) in 1996 and then earned a Master in Orthodontics degree from the same school in 2002. Before graduating he became a Teaching Assistant in the department of Oral Radiology at the UCV from 1993 to 1996. Once Dr. Campos completed his D.D.S. degree, he pursued his passion for academia and continued teaching as a professor in Oral Radiology from 1997 to 2010. He also had the opportunity to work as an Instructor in the Orthodontics postgraduate program from 2007 to 2008. For 11 years he was practicing orthodontics at his dental office, located in Caracas, Venezuela. In 2011, He moved to Farmington, Connecticut to begin a Master in Dental Sciences degree as well as a Certificate in Oral Maxillofacial Radiology from the University of Connecticut which he completed in 2014. In July 2014, he was appointed as a faculty member in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. At Tufts, Dr Campos is the Division Head of Oral and maxillofacial Radiology, he teaches Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology in the classroom as well on the clinic floor for pre-doctoral students. He is also an instructor for the postgraduate Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology course.https://facultyprofiles.tufts.edu/hugo-camposhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/hugo-campos-818916a5/ Email: hugo.campos@tufts.eduIG: @dr_hugocampos------------------------------------------------www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
Dr. Marcelo Freire is an Associate Professor of the Genomic Medicine and Infectious Disease Department at the J. Craig Venter Institute. He is also an Adjunct Professor of Infectious Diseases at the School of Medicine at the University of California, San Diego. He received his clinical DDS from the University of Fluminense, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He later received his Ph.D. in Craniofacial Biology, focusing on Immune Engineering for Tissue Regeneration, from USC. He completed his Certificate in Periodontology and Doctor of Medical Sciences in Oral Biology from Harvard University. He completed postdoctoral research training in Immunology at the Forsyth Institute and was the award winner of the Balint Orban Memorial Award from the Academy of Periodontology. Dr. Freire previously served as a faculty member at Harvard and the Forsyth Institute and is a diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. As a dual-scientist and clinician, Dr. Freire's research focuses on the role of the human microbiome modulating chronic inflammation. His current NIH-funded research program focuses on finding immune signals that are common to oral and systemic chronic inflammation present in diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and periodontal diseases. By learning from complex host-microbial interactions, Freire's team is shedding light on novel diagnostics for chronic inflammation to novel therapeutics in tissue regeneration. Currently, Dr. Freire serves as the President of the Clinical and Translational Science Network of the International Association for the Dental Research and he is fully licensed to practice in the state of California. https://www.jcvi.org/about/marcelo-freirehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/drfreire/https://twitter.com/drmfreirehttps://www.instagram.com/marceloofreire--------------------------------www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
Dr. Roya Zandparsa is a Professor and Biomaterials Course Director of the Department of Prosthodontics at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. She also is the President of American Academy of Dental Science. Dr. Roya Zandparsa received her DMD from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and MSc in Biomaterials & Biomimetics and Certificate in Prosthodontics from New York University (NYU) Graduate School of Arts and Science and New York University College of Dentistry respectively. She completed a fellowship (ITI) in Implant Dentistry from Harvard University School of Dental Medicine, a fellowship in Academic Leadership from American Dental Education Association (ADEA) Leadership Institute, and obtained few certificates in advanced surgical implant Dentistry, Invisalign and 6 Month Smiles.She recently received a certificate in Entrepreneurship in Emerging Economics from Harvard Business School and she is finishing a certificate program; The Iterative Innovation Process from MIT.Dr. Zandparsa has received numerous awards during her academic career in Prosthodontics for being an outstanding scholar & clinician from NYU College of Dentistry, and Deans' Awards for Excellence in clinical teaching from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine.Dr. Roya Zandparsa was the Chair of Strategic Planning Steering Committee at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, which charted a new direction for the school. In addition to all her teaching responsibilities, She is serving as the Faculty Advisor and member of several different committees & organizations. She has been making major contribution in research in various areas, which resulted in numerous published articles and book chapters. She has been lecturing and presenting both nationally and internationally and reviewing manuscripts for the Journal of Prosthodontics, Journal of Oral Rehabilitation, and Clinical Oral Implants Research. She is also part of Editorial Board of MDPI (An Open Access Online Journal).She is an active member of American College of Prosthodontists, American Dental Education Association & American Academy of Dental Science. Roya Zandparsa, DDS, MSc, DMDClinical Professor @ Tufts University School of Dental Medicine President of The American Academy of Dental Science Specialist in Prosthodontics, Implant & Aesthetic Dentistry Websites: AADS: https://aads1867.org/about-us-2TUSDM: https://facultyprofiles.tufts.edu/roya-zandparsaRDB: https://www.royaldentalboston.com/our-practice/meet-dr-zandparsa/Research: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Roya_ZandparsaLinkedIn Link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roya-zandparsa-7b61085/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Dr.RZP/Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/drroyazp/ ------------------------------www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
Alexander Bendayan, DDS, CAGS, FICD, is originally from Caracas, Venezuela, and received a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study in Prosthodontics from Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine in 2005. Dr. Bendayan is a Clinical Associate Professor of Restorative Sciences & Biomaterials; Ad interim Chair of the Department of Restorative Sciences & Biomaterials and Associate Dean of Digital Development, Technology & Innovationat Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine. He specializes in Prosthodontics at Boston University Dental Health Center with a focus on esthetic, digital, and implant dentistry.https://www.bu.edu/dental/profile/alexander-bendayan/Email: bendayan@bu.edu ------------------------------www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
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