Compassionate Associate Dentist with Broad Clinical Expertise

DANA LEIGH GUENTHER M.S., D.D.S.

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ASSOCIATE DENTIST

Compassionate and clinically driven dentist earning a Doctor of Dental Surgery with extensive experience in restorative, endodontic, surgical, pediatric, and preventive dentistry. Skilled in comprehensive treatment planning, patient communication, with advanced training in pharmacology, enhancing safe prescribing, pain management, treatment of medically complex patients as well as delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care across diverse populations. Dedicated to improving access to quality oral healthcare through clinical excellence, efficiency, and long-term preventive strategies.

EDUCATION

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) — May 2026

University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Dentistry, Memphis, TN

GPA: 3.7 Class Rank: 26/114

Honors: Dean’s List (2022–2026)

Master of Pharmacology — May 2022

University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN

Bachelor of Science, Biology — May 2020

Samford University, Birmingham, AL

GPA: 3.7

LICENSURE & CERTIFICATIONS

ADEX (CDCA-WREB-CITA) — Passed March 2026

INBDE — Passed October 2025

CPR/BLS Certified (Expires October 2027)

Eligible for dental licensure in Utah

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

Student Doctor, Comprehensive Care Clinic

University of Tennessee Health Science Center Memphis, TN

July 2024 – May 2026

Delivered comprehensive care to pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients in a high-volume clinical setting

Relevant Coursework: Restorative Dentistry, Oral Surgery, Endodontics, Prosthodontics, Periodontics, Implant Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry Developed comprehensive, interdisciplinary treatment plans

Provided patient education focused on prevention and long-term oral health

Extern, Healing Hands Health Center

Bristol, TN September 2025

Delivered care in a community health clinic serving underserved populations

Assisted in management of emergency and urgent dental cases

Treated patients with complex medical histories

Endodontics Teaching Assistant

University of Tennessee Health Science Center Memphis, TN

July 2025 – Present

Mentored second year dental students in anterior, premolar, and molar endodontic procedures

Provided instruction on instrumentation, obturation, and radiographic interpretation

Supported both preclinical and clinical endodontic education

CLINICAL SKILLS

Restorative Dentistry

Composite restorations, crown preparation/delivery, fixed prosthodontics

Laser training: Er:YAG, Er,Cr:YSGG, diode, CO

150+ restorative procedures; 15+ crowns delivered; experience with fixed bridges

Endodontics

20+ root canal treatments (anterior, premolar, molar)

Oral Surgery

50+ extractions (simple and surgical), flap design, suturing, post-op care

Management of

Periodontics

Periodontal diagnosis, scaling and root planing (30+ cases), charting

Surgical management of advanced periodontal disease

Prosthodontics

Complete dentures, removable partial dentures, implant crown restorations, immediate dentures

10+ removable prostheses completed

CAD/CAM single unit and multi-unit fixed restorations

Pediatrics

Comprehensive exams, preventive care, and restorative treatment (Composite, SSC, and sealants)

Performed excellent behavior management using tell-show-do, positive reinforcement, and patient-centered communication

Diagnostics and Pharmacology

40+ comprehensive exams including radiographic interpretation, treatment planning, pharmacological

Advanced pharmacology training in pharmacokinetics, drug interactions, and antibiotic stewardship, supporting safe prescribing and effective pain management

Experienced in managing medically complex patients, including polypharmacy and systemic conditions (e.g., hypertension, diabetes), with knowledge of sedation pharmacology

Technical Skills

Dentrix dental software

Axium (EPIC) dental software

Digital radiography

LEADERSHIP & SERVICE

Volunteer Student Dentist — MidSouth Mission of Mercy (2022–Present)

Volunteer Student Dentist — Give Kids A Smile (2022–Present)

UTHSC Student Ambassador (2022–Present)

Christian Medical and Dental Association Participant (2022–Present)

RESEARCH & PRESENTATIONS

“Use of Botulinum Toxin Type A in Pain Management of TMJ Disease” — 2025

“Evidence of Probiotics in Periodontal Therapy” — 2025

“Laser-Activated Irrigation vs Traditional Methods in Endodontics” — 2026

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

American Dental Association (ADA)

American Student Dental Association (ASDA)

Xi Psi Phi Dental Fraternity

Order of Omega Honor Society

Beta Beta Beta Honor Society

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