Richard L. Dennis, DMD, FAGD

In 1993, Dr. Dennis graduated from the University of Utah and in 1997 graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine. With a firm commitment to giving his patients the best that dentistry has to offer, Dr. Dennis continued his post graduate studies at the following renowned institutions:

• University of Minnesota Postgraduate Program in Esthetic Dentistry
• The Las Vegas Institute (LVI)
• University of Southern California (USC)- Cosmetic Continuum
• Dawson Center for Advanced Dental Studies
• University of Pittsburgh - Conscious Sedation Certification (IV and Oral)
• Nobel Biocare Implant Center

In addition, Dr Dennis is one of a very small percentage of general dentists to have attained the status of “Fellowship” in the Academy of General Dentistry. This accomplishment requires over 500 hours of continuing education, at least five continuous years in good standing, and passing a rigorous 8 hour examination.

Dr. Dennis is now working toward accreditation in the American Association of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), the International Congress of Oral Implantology (ICOI), the American Society of Dental Anesthesiology (ASDA) and the Academy of Laser Dentistry.

Professional Memberships

• Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD)
• International Congress of Oral Implantology (ICOI)
• American Academy of Cosmetic Dentists (AACD)
• American Dental Society of Anesthesiology (ADSA)
• American Dental Association (ADA)
• New York State Dental Association (NYSDA)
• 4th District Dental Society
• Saratoga County Dental Society
• Chamber of Commerce

• Rotary International
• Give Back A Smile (for victims of domestic violence)

Awards

America's Top Dentists - Consumers' Research Council of America, an independent research company based in Washington, DC that evaluates professional services throughout America, has selected Dr. Dennis for the inclusion of the new 2007 Consumer Guide.

The selection process is based on a point value system that awards points for education, affiliations with professional associations and board certifications. No fees, sponsorships, donations or advertising are accepted from dentist, dental treatment facilities or dental referral organizations to insure unbiased selection.

Family

Dr. Dennis was born in Great Falls, Montana, and grew up all over the
United States as his father was career Air Force. After High School, he
spent 4 years serving in the United States Marine Corps.

In his free time Dr. Dennis enjoys running, weight lifting, golf, tennis, involvement in local youth and church organizations and spending time with his wife and four children.