James E. Leonard, DDS • Rolf M.W. Wuerch, DDS • Stephen W. Hansen, DMD
Stephen W. Hansen, DMD
I entered the field of endodontics because I find fulfillment in helping others achieve a higher quality of life through optimizing their dental health. My goal is to form a partnership with my patients, allowing them the time to fully express their dental concerns and ask any questions they may have. Then I tailor my treatment regimen according to the individual needs of each patient.I find the most challenging part of being an endodontist is also the most rewarding: overcoming patients fears and anxieties and helping them to have a positive experience in restoring their teeth to full health. I most enjoy hearing patients tell me that their experience with me exceeded their expectations and that they would recommend a procedure in my practice to a friend or family member.
Certificate in Endodontics: Oregon Health and Science University, Portland, OR
Advanced Education in General Dentistry: Idaho Advanced General Dentistry Program
DMD: Oregon Health and Science University School of Dentistry, Portland, OR
Member: American Association of Endodontists, American Dental Society of Anesthesiology, American Academy of Implant Dentistry, Academy of General Dentistry, American Dental Association
Researcher, Published Author and Presenter: Dr. Hansens research findings have been published in the Journal of Dental Research and the Journal of Endodontics. He has made presentations at the American Association of Endodontists Annual Meeting and the International Association for Dental Research.
Honors and Awards: Golden Key International Honour Society, Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society, Pacific Coast Society for Prosthodontics and Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry Award, Larry Sorum Memorial Award in Endodontics