Curriculum Vitae
George A. Bare, Jr., D.M.D., PLLC
*** *********** **, **************, **. 37072
615-***-**** (cell)
adzvyp@r.postjobfree.com
Educational Background:
University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky.
Undergraduate from 1972-1976;
Bachelors of General Studies.
University of Louisville, Louisville, Kentucky.
Graduate Program from 1976-1978;
Masters in Arts & Teaching Program.
University of Louisville, Louisville, Kentucky.
School of Dentistry from 1978-1982; D.M.D.
Post-Doctoral Education:
University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky.
School of Dentistry from 1993-1994;
Residency from the Department of Orofacial Pain
Dr. Jeffrey Okeson – Director.
Career History:
November 2022 to the present time (July 2023): Associate of Bush Dentistry, 911 Meadowlark Ln, Goodlettsville, TN., 37072
January, 2021 to October 31, 2022: Associated as a “temporary / fill-in” dentist in various locations . . . last position was Briarwood Dental, Bowling Green, KY.
January 7, 2016 – January, 2021: Owner / clinician of Restorative Dental in Clarksville, TN. Emphasis on esthetics (including Invisalign, Botox, and dermal fillers), orofacial pain / TMD, and restorative / implant dentistry.
2010 – January, 2016: Assistant Professor, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Division of Dentistry, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN. Primary emphasis in reconstructive and implant / esthetic dentistry, with limited orofacial pain / TMD.
2004 – 2010: Partner; Center for Advanced Dentistry, New Albany, Indiana. Emphasis was on esthetics, sedation, and orofacial pain.
1986 – 2004: Moved to Nashville. Associated with Dr. Clifton Simmons, Nashville, TN (deceased), and Dr. Larry Bush, Goodlettsville, TN. Emphasis each office was general dentistry and TMD / orofacial pain.
1982 – 1986: Associate of Dr. Albert Rohrer (deceased), Lousiville, KY., and Dr. Frank Scinta (deceased), Shively, Kentucky. General dentistry.
Awards & Memberships (Past and/or Present):
University of Louisville School of Dentistry. Fellowship (Summer 1981) -
Department of Oral Diagnosis and Medicine.
University of Louisville School of Dentistry. Gratis Faculty Member – AHES
Preceptor (1983).
Diplomate of the American Board of Orofacial Pain (1994).
Associate Member of the American Academy of Facial Esthetics.
American Academy of Clear Aligners (previously known as the American Academy of Cosmetic Orthodontists).
American Dental Association.
Kentucky Dental Association.
Louisville Dental Association.
Tennessee Dental Association.
Nashville Dental Association.
Tennessee Cranio.
American Orthodontic Society
Academy of Laser Dentistry
American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
Tennessee Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
American Academy of Orofacial Pain
Doctors for Oral Conscious Sedation
Southern Indiana Dental Society
Hornbrook Study Group – Southern Indiana
Give Back A Smile Campaign (for domestic abuse victims).
Bright Smile (for underprivileged children)
Crown Council
International Academy of Sleep (IAOS)
American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM)
Professional Background & Continuing Education:
Numerous courses and continuums in esthetic dentistry, including Las
Vegas Institute (LVI), Hornbrook Group, and the American Academy of
Cosmetic Dentistry.
Numerous courses and continuums in temporomandibular joint
dysfunction (TMD), including Dr. Harold Gelb, Dr. Brendon Stack, and Dr.
Janet Travel.
Numerous courses and continuums in practice management, including
DuMolin & DuMolin, Dental Boot Kamp, Greg Stanley’s Whitehall
Management, Lodmell & Lodmell, Dr. Tom Orent’s GG12 / GEMS.
Invisalign, Clear Correct and Six-Month Smile orthodontic provider. Currently limiting ortho to CandidPro Aligners.
Trained in oral conscious sedation (DOCS).
Trained in the use of OralDNA bacterial testing for assistance in
treating periodontal disease, along with HPV and individual genetic
susceptibility to periodontal disease. Trained and certified in Perio-
Protect.
Basic CPR and ACLS certified.
Began training in implant placement and rehab from the Simply
Implant Institute in Phoenix, Arizona; Dr. James Chaffin and Dr. Calvin
Brown. Now – just restore vs placement.
Member of IAOS (International Academy of Sleep) and the AASM (American Academy of Sleep Medicine, and involved with screening / treating Obstructive Sleep Apnea utilizing various oral appliances.
Personal Background & Information:
Born and raised in Louisville, Ky.
Married for 44 years, with two children; Benjamin (39) and Lauren (33); two grandchildren. Wife (Cindy) was an elementary school teacher – Kindergarten and 1st grade (retired).
Private Pilot – Single Engine Land.
Active in our local church – Hendersonville First Baptist Church; substitute Sunday School teacher, served on Baptism Committee and assisted with community outreach program (Room In the Inn). Media Department / Camera Operator.
June 2011: Medical / Dental Missionary; Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
June 2016: Medical / Dental Missionary; Kenya, Africa.
June 2018: Medical / Dental Missionary; Guatemala.
Enjoy family activities, gardening, flying and travel.
Enjoy reading / listening to religious and motivational materials, books, CD’s, etc.
References:
Dr. Byron Bush; past owner / dentist of Promise Dental, 2908 Sidco Dr., Nashville, TN. 37204. 615-***-****
Dr. Marion Messersmith; Associate Professor of Orthodontics, Program Director and Division Chief, Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics. Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN. (retired).
Dr. Rick Robinette; Owner / owner of Dentistry by Design, 220 Town Center Pkwy, Ste. 130, Spring Hill, TN., 37174. 931-***-****.
Pat Kelley; owner of Kelley Dental Lab, New Albany, Indiana. 812-***-**** or
800-***-****. (retired).
More upon request.