About Dr. Dyer
CLINICAL INTERESTS:
- Laser Dentistry
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- Reconstructive Dentistry including Implants
- Temporomandibular Joint Therapy
EDUCATION:
Temple University -School of Dentistry
Philadelphia, PA
D.D.S. -1982
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
B.S., Biochemistry -1978
B.S., Chemistry -1978
Minor- Mathematics (unawarded) -1978
RESIDENCY:
Veterans Administration Hospital
Pittsburgh, P A
General Practice Residency Certificate -1983
POST GRADUATE EDUCATION:
By December 31, 2006, an approximate total of 1800 hours of postgraduate education had been earned, of which the following programs are a part:
LD Pankey Institute:
Areas of study: Myofacial pain dysfunction, anterior and posterior
occlusion, temporomandibular joint, comprehensive reconstructive dentistry, anterior esthetics and smile design, and practice management
- Completion of continuum Level I (November 1994)
- Completion of Continuum Level II (May 1995)
- Completion of Continuum Level III (May 1996)
- Completion of Continuum Level IV (October 1999)
- Completion of Special Studies in Practice Management (May 2002)
- Completion of Special Studies in Sleep Apnea (May 2004)
Dr. Michael Schuster's Center for Professional Development
Completion of one-year program (August 1994)
Areas of study: Practice management, patient examination and reporting.
Institute of Orthodontic Studies
Certificate of 8-month program completion (December 1990)
Areas of study: Orthodontics, occlusion, temporomandibular joint.
United States Dental Institute
Certificate of 2-year program completion (January 1989)
Area of study: Orthodontics
Las Vegas Dental Institute
Completion certificate (1998)
Area of study: Anterior Esthetics - porcelain crowns, veneers, instant orthodontics utilizing the aforementioned, color and shape determination.
University of Rochester
Eastman Dental Center -completion certificate (March 2000)
Area of study: Endodontics
Perio Institute
Completion certificate (May 2000)
Area of study: Periodontal Flap Surgery
Arrowhead International
Completion certificates (1986- 1992)
Area of study: A series of courses dealing primarily with practice management and advanced crown and bridge technique
Peer Practicum by Sulzer Calcitek Inc. and Snyder Oral Surgery Group
Completion certificate (1999-2000)
Area of study: Implant restoration, implant placement and site prep
Other significant and extensive areas of study include removable partials, dentures, implant reconstruction, and dental whitening (bleaching)
LICENSURE:
- Dental License, State of North Carolina -2001 to present
- Dental License, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania 1982 to 2002
- DEA License, US Department of Justice -1982 to present
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE:
Full-time Private Practice -1983 to present
Dental Consultant -1984 to 1994
Regency Hall Nursing Home
Allison Park, PA
TEACHING EXPERIENCE:
Veterans Administration Hospital
Pittsburgh, PA
General Practice Residency Lecturer (1984 to 2000)
Premier Laser Co.
National Clinical Instructor and Lecturer (1998–1999)
International Clinical Instructor and Lecturer - Beijing, China (1998)
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS SUMMARY:
Highly competent restorative and cosmetic dentist with an extensive background in occlusion, TMJ function, and implant reconstruction.
One of a handful of dentists worldwide that are currently certified in six different dental laser systems.
HONORS, AWARDS and CERTIFICATIONS:
- Mastership, Academy of General Dentistry, 2001
- Category II certification, Academy of Laser Dentistry -Er (YAG) Laser, 1998
- Category II certification, Academy of Laser Dentistry -Diode Laser, 1998
- Category II certification, Academy of Laser Dentistry -Argon Curing Laser, 1998
- Category II certification, Academy of Laser Dentistry -Nd (YAG) Laser, 1997
- Standard Proficiency (Category ll), Academy of Laser Dentistry -Continuum's Er (YAG) Laser, 2002
- Standard Proficiency (Category ll), Academy of Laser Dentistry -Continuum's Diode Laser, 2002
- Fellowship, Academy of General Dentistry, 1988
- President, PSI OMEGA Dental Fraternity, 1981-1982
- Fraternal Achievement Award, PSI OMEGA Fraternity National Council, 1982
AFFILIATIONS:
- American Dental Association
- North Carolina Dental Association
- Charlotte Dental Society
- Academy of General Dentistry
- Academy of Laser Dentistry
American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, general member