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Dr. Anderson at Periodontal Health Associates has experience in periodontal therapy.

Meet Dr. Anderson

Dr. Ryan Anderson was born and raised in a rural area of Northeast Ohio. After graduating Valedictorian of his high school, he went on to study Biology and Chemistry at Duke University and received a Bachelor’s of Science degree in 1998, cum laude.  He returned to Ohio to study dentistry at The Ohio State University College of Dentistry and received a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 2002, magna cum laude.  Dr. Anderson then completed his periodontal training and received his Certificate of Periodontology in 2005 from the University of Rochester Eastman Dental Center.   

During his periodontal residency, Dr. Anderson received extensive training in all facets of regenerative periodontal therapy, dental implant placement and bone regeneration for site preparation. As the profession has evolved, Dr. Anderson has pursued continuing education, learning minimally invasive mucogingival surgical techniques and advanced options for reconstruction using dental implants.  He routinely attends American Academy of Periodontology and the European Federation of Periodontology meetings to stay abreast of the most modern techniques and materials. In 2019, he trained at the prestigious Istvan Urban Regeneration Institute, learning advanced techniques in vertical bone regeneration for severe cases, earning a certificate from the University of Szeged, Hungary. 

A Board Certified Diplomate in Periodontology and Dental Implant Surgery (2018) and a Board Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology (2006), Dr. Anderson is an active member in a number of professional organizations including the American Academy of Periodontology, the American Dental Association, Virginia Dental Association and the Lynchburg Dental Society.  Dr. Anderson also believes in giving back to the community and he volunteered at the Free Clinic of Central Virginia for 16 years.  He continues to pursue educational opportunities and has lectured for multiple different study clubs in the central Virginia area. 

Dr. Anderson has been married to his wife Alessandra for 6 years. They have 1 child and they enjoy traveling together, frequently visiting Guatemala, his wife’s country of birth.  In his free time, Dr. Anderson also enjoys playing the piano, going to concerts and art venues, and working on cars.

Continuing Education

October 2023
Dental Solutions for Severe Maxillary Atrophy: Advanced Remote Anchorage with Zygomatic, Pterygoid, Transnasal Implants 16 C.E.

July 2023
Nerve Lateralization & Transposition Course 24 C.E.

March 2023
International Course of Oral Implantology, Advanced hands-on Live Surgery Zygoma Implants and Ptergoid Implants Training Course 60 C.E.

September 2022
Dentistry from our Hearts Volunteer Service 2 C.E.

October 2022
The Perio Restorative Team Approach to Saving Teeth  2 C.E.
Autogenous Bone Reconstruction .75 C.E.
Genco Perio-Systemic Symposium 2 C.E.
The “Gummy” Smile: Diagnostic and Treatment Considerations 2 C.E.
Develop your Digital Brand .75 C.E.
Findings of the Best Evidence Consensus on Biologics 1.50 C.E.
No Need to Tap a Hip to Save a Tooth 2 C.E.
The State-of-the-Art Soft Tissue Management Around Teeth and Implants 2 C.E.
Peri-Implantitis: Regenerate, Resect or Restart 1.50 C.E.
Before and After “All on X” 2 C.E.

May 2022
Peri-Implantitis: Diagnosis, Risk Factors and Management 5 C.E.
The KDG Interdisciplinary Global Symposium 2022 16 C.E.

  • Simplifying full arch solutions

  • Contemporary and preferred Transition from teeth to implants

  • Novel approaches and strategies for peri-implant soft tissue augmentation: Why, when and How

  • The interdental papillae dilemma between teeth and implants

  • 7 habits of highly successful implant clinicians & the supporting science

  • The evolution of full arch implant dentistry

  • Guided surgery: From single units to full-arch

  • Fundamentals of graft-avoiding approaches to full arch dental implant reconstruction

  • Re-evaluation of the all-on-4 treatment concept

  • Past, present and future, utilizing technology in the full arch immediate load solution

  • Orofacial changes associated with surgical implant reconstruction: Observations, limitations & solutions

  • Novel site development w/ preformed ovate pontics (POP) in restorative and implant dentistry

  • Combing digital workflow w/ surgical execution and prosthetic management to maximize esthetic outcome

  • Choosing ceramic vs titanium dental implants

  • Immediate placement: Meeting patient demands w/ evidence

  • To graft or not to Graft? That is the question

  • Integrating digital technology to optimize implant therapy

November 2021
American Academy of Periodontology
AAP Foundation/Osteology Foundation Regeneration Symposium: Managing Complications Related to Regenerative Therapy Around Teeth and Implants 4 C.E.
When Bad Things Happen to Good Tissue 2 C.E.
Beyond Perio limits with Airway Focused Digital Dentistry 1 C.E.
Robert J. Genco Perio-Systemic Symposium 1 C.E.
Reconstruction of Soft Tissue Defects Around Anterior Implants 1 C.E.
Should we Pull the Plug? De we need a Third Dentition? (Point-Counterpoint) 1.5 C.E.
Different Specialties, Different Approach, Same Goal: Multidisciplinary 1 C.E.
The Single Anterior Implant: Strategies for Long-term Stability Aesthetics 1.5 C.E.
The Arch Nemesis: Solutions for the Edentulous and Compromised Maxillary 1.5 C.E.
Zirconia Implants: The New Kid on the Block 1 C.E.

June 2021
Evolve or Dissolve: Modern Dental Implant Concepts

May 2021
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). Two Year Certificate

November 2019
American Academy of Periodontology
The Future of Health Care and How Periodontists Can Lead 2 C.E.
Restorative Needs and Options the Periodontist Needs to Know 1.5 C.E.
Bringing Niche Skillsets to the Collaborative Dental Team 2.5 C.E.
Thinking Outside the Box: Comparison of Various Surgical Approached for the Enhancement of Soft Tissue Grafts Outcome  1.5 C.E.
Use of Digital Design in Treatment Planning and Tissue  2 C.E.
Management of Surgical Complications Via Soft Tissue Grafts  2 C.E.
Unique and Effective Management and Marketing Secrets  1.5 C.E.
An Interactive Session on Managing the Failing Dental Implant  2 C.E.

June 2019
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). Two Year Certificate.

May 2019
Certificate in Advanced Surgical Master Curriculum in Regenerative Implant Dentistry 72 C.E.

March 2019
Prescribing Opioids for Dental Plan Management: Best Practices & Alternatives  2 C.E.

November 2018
Digital Dentistry, Evolution to the Revolution, 4 C.E.

October 2018
Interdisciplinary Management of Esthetic Dilemmas, 14 C.E.
Review of Oral mucosa & jaw pathology, 6 C.E.

April 2018
Wear Patterns in Diagnosis  2 C.E.
Modern Implant Dentistry; Rules of Engagement in the Esthetic Zone  3 C.E.
Achieving Esthetic Results through Restorative Solutions in Implant Dentistry  3 C.E.
Immediate Molar Implants; New Surgical and Restorative Protocols for Predictable Success  2 C.E.
The Changing Paradigm of Digital Dentistry; Today’s Technology and Tomorrow’s Concepts  2 C.E.

March 2018
Interdisciplinary Mgmt. of Wear – More Posterior than Anterior Wear  2.75 C.E. Wilckodontics certificate, Accelerated Osteogenic Orthodontics
Implant restorative solutions & updates, 1.5 C.E.

February 2018
Predictable Single Anterior Implants 3 C.E.
SAFE Opioid Prescribing 3.5 C.E.

January 2018  
Southern Academy of Periodontology: Horizon & Vertical Augmentation    12 C.E.
Community Care Provider Opioid Safety Initiative  3 C.E.
Destination dentistry, 1.5 C.E.

November 2017 
The Keystone Dental Biomaterials Symposium 6 C.E.

October 2017 
Implants, spacing solutions & restorative recommendations, 1.5 C.E.

September 2017 
American Academy of Periodontology  Advances in Diagnosis and Treatment Planning using Traditional and CMCT Technology     1.5 C.E.
The Periodontal-Systemic Connection: Current State of the Art  2.5 C.E.
Treatment of the Malposed Implant  2 C.E.
Vertical Ridge Augmentation with Complication Management  1.5 C.E.
Advances & Innovations in Oral Plastic Surgery  2 C.E.
The Use of Laser Therapy to Treat Inflammatory Diseases of the Periodontium for Teeth & Implants  2 C.E.
Innovative Treatment Planning using Orthodontics  1.5 C.E.
Future Dental-Facial & Airway Management  2 C.E.  
Connection between cardiovascular disease & periodontal disease, 1.5 C.E.

July 2017  
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)  Two year certificate

June 2017  
Clinical Pathology –interactive Diagnosis & Treatment  2 C.E.
University of Rochester Eastman Institute for Oral Health  10 C.E.

May 2017   UNC, School of Dentistry, Perio 2017 EXPO 12.5 C.E. 

  1. Identify challenges and opportunities of current periodontal diagnoses and therapies from evidence based dentistry to patient-based therapy.

  2. Recognize the global impact of periodontal disease from an overall health standpoint and the challenges that arise from the changing landscape of dentistry.

  3. Translate clinical relevance of new findings in oral-systemic disease links to aid the practitioner in providing the tools necessary for advising patients.

  4. Discuss new technologies in periodontology that are rapidly evolving and impacting the practice of dentistry and health care policy.

  5. Identify the increasing role of microbial and genetic testing on the practice of periodontics.

April 2017  
Immediate Loading 2.0: Full Arch, Esthetic Zone & Posterior Quadrants  2 C.E.
Immediate Implant Placement  2 C.E.
Advances in Implant Dentistry: Avoiding Challenges of Immediate Extraction Molor  Sockets  1 C.E.
Digital Solutions for Implant Restorations: Efficient, Precise and Flexible  1 C.E.

March 2017  
Endodontic Diagnosis & Treatment Planning  2 C.E.

February 2017  
Multi-Disciplinary Treatment Planning  2 C.E.

January 2017  
Medication-Related Osteonecrosis of the JAWS (MRONJ)  Certificate

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