Below are 10 dentists changing the dental industry:
Editor's note: This list is meant to highlight the great things dentists are doing today. If you would like to recommend a dentist for a future list, email Riz Hatton at rhatton@beckershealthcare.com.
Inna Chern, DDS. New York General Dentistry (New York City). Dr. Chern opened New York General Dentistry in 2004. She values being able to change the perception of dental care in New York through innovation and a personalized approach.
Sami Ghareeb, DDS. Ghareeb Dental Group (Poca, W.Va.). Dr. Ghareeb is the founder of Ghareeb Dental Group. He is a master of the Academy of General Dentistry and a fellow of the Pierre Fauchard Academy.
Chad Mueller, DDS. Mueller Graber Dental (Oregon, Wis.). Dr. Mueller opened Mueller Graber Dental in 1997. He is a member of the Wisconsin Dental Association, American Dental Association and other organizations.
Aida Peterson, DDS. Huszti Dental Care (Milford, Mich.). Dr. Peterson is an endodontist who practiced privately in Livonia, Mich., for many years. She also taught at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry in Ann Arbor as a clinical instructor.
Anthony Price, DDS. Smiles by Dr. Price (Germantown, Tenn.). Dr. Price specializes in cosmetic dental restoration and is dedicated to creating smiles that enhance patients' teeth and confidence. In addition to cosmetic and restorative dental care, his practice also offers general procedures.
Shana Reidy, DDS. Dental Care Seattle. Before joining Dental Care Seattle in 2008, Dr. Reidy treated military families at a group practice in Fort Hood, Texas. She is a member of the Seattle-King County Dental Society, the Washington State Dental Association and the American Dental Association.
Alexis Richmond, DDS. Audubon Dental Group (New Orleans). Dr. Richmond's priority is staying up to date with the latest dental advancements to give her patients the best quality care. She is a member of multiple organizations including the Academy of General Dentistry and the Louisiana Dental Association.
Stanley Siu, DDS. San Francisco Dental Arts. Dr. Siu is the owner of San Francisco Dental Arts. He puts more than 200 hours into continuing education every year to offer his patients the most up-to-date dental techniques.
Sharel Sly, DDS. Hermann Park Smiles (Houston). Dr. Sly is the owner of Hermann Park Smiles. She aims to restore the traditional doctor-patient dynamic and create lasting relationships with patients.
James Theiss, DMD. Northern Kentucky Dental Care (Highland Heights). Dr. Theiss is devoted to providing quality dental care in a friendly environment. He is affiliated with various organizations including the American Dental Association and the Kentucky Dental Association.