William Dyer
Colorado Springs
Summary
Upon graduation from the University of Missouri Kansas City School of Dentistry I began a one year residency in Advanced Education in General Dentistry at the Naval Medical Center San Diego Branch Health Clinic. After completing the AEGD, I was an associate dentist at the San Diego Naval Base Branch Health Clinic 32nd street for one year. In June 2018 I received orders to be the Dental Officer on board USS RUSHMORE (LSD 47). The USS RUSHMORE deployed for eight months to the Persian gulf, making stops at Singapore, Jakarta, Oman, Bahrain, and India. Responsibilities included maintaining the oral health of 350 of the saltiest sailors and 450 of the finest marines. I participated in the maintenance phase undergoing a $145 million upgrade to major systems. I was transferred to the San Diego Marine Corps Recruit Depot in June 2020 for one year while preparing to transition into the civilian job market in June of 2021. After which, I separated from the Navy with an Honorable Discharge and I Accepted a position as a general dentist at the Emergency Dental of Colorado Springs office. I moved with my wife and 4 kids to Colorado Springs and have been working for Emergency Dental of COlorado Springs ever since
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
General Dentist
Emergency Dental of Colorado Springs
06.2021 - Current
- Diagnosed and treated diverse dental conditions in patients of all ages.
- Performed routine cleanings, extractions, and restorative procedures with precision.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices to enhance overall dental health.
- Collaborated with dental hygienists and assistants to streamline clinic operations.
- Developed treatment plans based on patient assessments and needs.
- Implemented infection control protocols to ensure a safe clinical environment.
- Mentored junior staff in best practices for patient care and procedure execution.
Naval Dental Officer
Naval Base San Diego 32nd street
06.2017 - 06.2021
- Worked in the Oral Diagnosis and General Dentistry Departments. Responsibilities included working with other dentists as a team to maintain the oral health of sailors by providing annual exams, operative, and single crowns. Occasionally provided Root Canal Therapy and tooth extractions.
Education
Advanced Education in General Dentistry -
Naval Medical Center San Diego
San Diego, CA, USA06.2017
Doctor of Dental Surgery - undefined
University of Missouri Kansas City
05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Missouri Western State University
05.2012
Skills
- Restorative Dentistry
- Preventative Dentistry
- Oral Diagnosis
- Endodontics
- Fixed Prosthodontics
- Oral surgery
- Desiring more experience in :
- Removable Prosthodontics
- Implants
- Molar Endodontics
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Periodontics
- Dental Business Management
Timeline
General Dentist
Emergency Dental of Colorado Springs
06.2021 - Current
Naval Dental Officer
Naval Base San Diego 32nd street
06.2017 - 06.2021
Doctor of Dental Surgery - undefined
University of Missouri Kansas City
Advanced Education in General Dentistry -
Naval Medical Center San Diego
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Missouri Western State University
INTERESTS
Reading Books, Business Basics for Dentists by David O Willis, Secrets to Buying Your Ideal Dental Practice by David Gandy, DDS, By The Numbers by Addison Killeen, DDS, The Business of Dental Hygiene Wendy Briggs, RDH, The Bullet Journal Method by Ryder Carroll, Pod Casts, Dentistry’s Ideal Practices with Jayme Amos, Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran, Finding Fred with Carvell Wallace