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Advanced Training
Dr. Soria has pursued many levels of post-graduate education to enhance and increase his skills and knowledge in advanced, nature mimicking, and complete health dentistry. The following are five unique ways he has gained this understanding and expertise.
AGD Fellowship
AGD Fellowship is a distinguished professional accomplishment. Only about 5 percent of practicing dentists have achieved this honor. Attaining Academy of General Dentistry Fellowship is a rigorous process that requires five years of membership in the AGD, 500 hours of approved continuing education course, and passing an exam.
L.D. Pankey Institute • Optimal Health
Pankey is considered to be The One Place for post-graduate dental education, especially in these two areas:
• Understanding and accomplishing superior, comprehensive oral health care that is individualized for each patient
• Caring attitude & sense of responsibility for each patient's well being...a true traditional doctor/patient relationship
American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
The AACD provides many opportunities for advanced dental education. Dr. Soria regularly attends their annual scientific sessions, which focus on the art, science and advanced health of cosmetic dentistry.
American Equilibration Society
The AES is the premier organization in helping dentists understand and treat occlusal & TMJ dysfunction. These problems––associated with how the bite comes together & the jaw joints work––need to be addressed to give patients long-term results and comfort. Proper therapy can relieve the pain (headaches, earaches, neck pain, etc.) many have suffered for years.
The Seattle Institute for Advanced Dental Education
The courses offered by the Institute helped Dr. Soria provide an exceptional level of education in a state-of-the-art, interactive learning environment. Presented by Frank Spear, DDS, MSD, the courses blend high-tech developments with clinical artistry and sound, lasting treatments. Dr. Spear is recognized as one of the world's premier educators in esthetic and restorative dentistry.
