At Center for Advanced Dentistry, in Suwanee GA, we are pleased to provide children's, cosmetic, family, general, implant, orthodontic, preventive, restorative and sedation dentistry services.
Below is an article found on MouthHealthy.org. If you're looking to find a dentist you may notice that while most are listed with a ìDDSî, some may be listed as ìDMDî. They both mean the same thing-your dentist graduated from an accredited dental school. The DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery) and DMD (Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry or Doctor of Dental Medicine) are the same degrees. Dentists who have a DMD or DDS have the same education. It's up to the universities to determine what degree is awarded, but both degrees use the same curriculum requirements.
Did you know that the level of education and clinical training required to earn a dental degree is on par with those of medical schools? Generally, three or more years of undergraduate education plus four years of dental school is required to graduate and become a general dentist. Upon completion of their training, dentists must pass both a rigorous national written exam and a state or regional clinical licensing exam in order to practice. In order to keep their licenses, they must meet continuing education requirements for the remainder of their careers so that they may stay up to date on the latest scientific and clinical developments. Additional post-graduate training is required to become a dental specialist, such as an orthodontist, periodontist or oral and maxillofacial surgeon.
Ushma Patel, DMD, received her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of Florida College of Dentistry. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology and Cell Science from the University of Florida. Dr. Patel is a member of the American Dental Association, the Georgia Dental Association, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the Hinman Dental Society, the Academy of General Dentistry, and the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation.
Dr. Patel attends extensive continuing education seminars, workshops, and lectures. Her accomplishments include certification with the renowned Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies (LVI), Six Month Smiles, and Oral Conscious Sedation. She has taught dental assisting at the University of Florida College of Dentistry, and a local community college. This commitment to excellence allows her to utilize the newest techniques and materials available in modern dentistry to maintain the highest quality of care for her patients.
Dr. Patel delights in treating people of all ages and provides dental care for the underprivileged. She has earned a reputation as a warm and caring person by getting to know her patients and their likes and dislikes. Dr. Patel feels you should be able to reach her with your dental concerns regardless of time or day. Her patients can call her on her personal cell phone number at any time if they need to. Dr. Patel knows she's doing more than just creating beautiful, healthy smiles; she's also building a trusting relationship to last a lifetime.
Dr. Patel and her husband have two wonderful boys who are very active in school and enjoy playing soccer. In her spare time she enjoys volunteering at her children's school, attending school and sporting events, and spending time with family and friends. Dr. Patel also has a special interest in exercise and nutrition. Center for Advanced Dentistry Ushma Patel, DMD 6916 McGinnis Ferry Road, Suite 500 Suwanee, GA 30024 (770) 623-8750 JohnsCreekSedationDentist.com
