Creating Smiles and Changing Lives 

American College of Prosthodontists | ACP Messenger | Fall 2016

As a prosthodontist, my satisfaction comes from seeing the positive changes that I make in my patients’ lives.  While I enjoy the challenge of restoring and replacing teeth, it is my patients’ newfound confidence and beaming smile that are truly rewarding.
 
The American College of Prosthodontists published my case report, "Creating Smiles and Changing Lives" in the quarterly ACP Messenger. In the article, I describe the treatment planning process and execution of complex care for a challenging prosthetic case.  My article highlights the use of digital dentistry for planning and the use of dental implants for both single-tooth and full-arch tooth replacements. To view the full article, please use the link below, pages 8-10.

Biomaterials and Dental Implant Research 

Wear and Corrosion at the Titanium-Zirconia Implant Abutment Interface

With the growing number of implants being placed, I felt we needed a more complete understanding of the interaction between implants and their prosthetic components.   My research model and methodology was innovative because of the ability to incorporate both mechanical and corrosive degradation, and the results create a shift in the way we think about zirconia abutments. 

The article is being submitted for publication and should be available in the near future.

The project has received multiple awards for its innovation and contribution to the field of prosthodontics:

The John J. Sharry Award:

The Sharry Award is the single highest accolade that is awarded to a recent graduate in the field of prosthodontics.  I am truly honored to receive this recognition from the American College of Prosthodontists. 

Carol A. Lefebvre Scientific Award:

The award from the American Academy of Fixed Prosthodontics recognizes achievements and excellence in research and for contributions to the dental literature in the field of fixed prosthodontics.  

American Prosthodontics Society: Graduate Research Competition Finalist

American College of Prosthodontics: First Place Winner, Annual Resident Poster Competition