General Dentist - Occlusion & TMD Specialist

Richard Nichols, DDS

General Dentist in Private Practice

**** ********* **, *********, ** 80125 / 303-***-**** / ********@*****.***

OBJECTIVE

To secure a position where I can apply my extensive experience and advanced training as a comprehensive dental care professional with attention to patient-focused treatment planning, as well as my specific advanced training in Occlusion and TMD treatments

EXPERIENCE

PRIVATE PRACTICE OWNER/OPERATOR

OVER 25 YEARS OF GENERAL/AESTHETIC DENTISTRY, AND TMJ/TMD EXPERTISE

Providing comprehensive dental care combined with a high level of patient communication and education in order to facilitate the best clinical outcome for that patient.

ACHIEVEMENTS + HIGHLIGHTS

Completion of entire Dawson Academy curriculum. The culmination of which was completion of the Mastering of Complex Cases in June 2007

Completion of the entire Piper/ERC curriculum. Classes included Piper Comprehensive TMJ Science, advanced science, and expert science protocols, as well as Piper Joint-Based Occlusion in spring of 2009.

Provider of comprehensive dental care in suburban and rural environments where referral to a specialist was not always an option. Extensive experience with endodontics and surgical extractions (excepting full bony impactions on third molars which were referred out).

23 years continuing education focused extensively on occlusal/TMD, functional aesthetics, and implant restorations

Continued education previous member of the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain

Certification: Colorado Dental License #DEN.00006668

DEA License: BN8594182

ASSOCIATE DENTIST 1989-1992

16th Street Mall, Downtown Denver, Private Practice

EDUCATION

DOCTOR OF DENTAL SURGERY

University of Nebraska Medical Center/College of Dentistry 1989

WASHBURN UNIVERISTY, TOPEKA, KANSAS

Completion of pre-dental requirements

SKILLS + INTERESTS

Vintage Sportscar Race Car Driver(two-time National Champion), Upland game hunting, tactical shooting, Musician guitarist, husband and father.

TESTIMONIALS

“Dr. Nichols performed an equilibration/ bite adjustment a little over a year ago and the difference is amazing. I no longer find myself clenching or grinding, and I am better rested in the morning. I never realized what a difference a perfect bite would make. The littlest change is now noticeable and easily corrected. This is one of the many reasons I enjoy Dr. Nichols and his staff and trust them for all my dental needs.”

Shawn C.

“I have suffered with TMD pain, treatments and surgeries for years. After moving to Colorado from out of state, I did extensive research to find a new TMD doctor. When I call the office to speak to a nurse to see if the office would be able to handle my extensive history and complicated issues, I was surprised to be transferred to Dr. Nichols himself! He spent at least 15 minutes talking with me about my past experiences and current symptoms. He was incredibly knowledgeable and I knew it would be well worth my time to get his opinion. When I went for my appointment which was very soon, I was impressed by the office staff too. Dr. Nichols spent a lot of time with me, he was very detailed oriented and checked everything! At the end of his exam, I received detailed information about what he found and options on how to proceed. He has helped me in such an unbelievable way! He continues to follow my progress, talk with me, change things as we need to and genuinely care about my wellbeing. I cannot say enough about his knowledge if TMD and his ability to solve or greatly improve the issues associated with this problem. Dr. Nichols is by far the best TMD specialist I have encountered and I would tell anyone reading this not to go anywhere else. ”

Tess P.

“When I first came into Dr. Nichols office I was complaining about headaches and having a “heavy head”, shoulder pain and having my head always tired. He did a series of tests and determined I did not have a TMJ disorder, but muscles that never were in rest mode. He gave me several options and I chose the NTI. I was really doubtful that it would help. After the first night of using it, I noticed I did not wake up with a headache. After several nights my jaw was more relaxed and my head did not feel “heavy” anymore. Thanks to Dr. Nichols and his staff I am not suffering with headaches and tenderness around my mouth. ”

Linda B.

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