ERIK HANSEN
Middletown
Summary
General Dentist with hospital-based residency training and private practice experience providing comprehensive, patient-centered dental care. Skilled in restorative dentistry, anterior and premolar endodontics, extractions, prosthodontics, Invisalign/aligner therapy, and emergency care. Experience treating medically complex patients and collaborating within multidisciplinary teams. Committed to high-quality clinical outcomes, efficient workflow, and long-term patient relationships.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate General Dentist
Dental Associates of Delaware
07.2025 - Current
- Provide comprehensive general dental care in a private practice setting
- Perform restorative dentistry, anterior and premolar endodontics, simple and surgical extractions, and fixed and removable prosthodontics
- Diagnose and treatment plan using evidence-based dentistry with emphasis on long-term oral health
- Provide Invisalign/aligner therapy and treatment planning for orthodontic cases
- Educate patients on preventive care, treatment options, and oral hygiene
- Collaborate with dental assistants and administrative staff to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality patient care
General Practice Resident
Christiana Care Dental Clinic
07.2024 - 06.2025
- Delivered comprehensive dental care to patients of all ages in a hospital-based setting
- Provided emergency dental treatment for acute and chronic dental pathology through the Emergency Department
- Collaborated with medical and dental specialists to develop multidisciplinary treatment plans
- Evaluated, treated, and medically cleared patients for cardiac and joint replacement surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, bisphosphonate therapy, and stem cell therapy
- Managed care for medically compromised and immunocompromised patients
- Completed OR cases: pediatrics, special needs. Assisted in oral surgery cases including Le Fort fractures, BSSO's, Airway, Full mouth extractions, Implant placement with denture conversion.
Student Dentist
Temple University Dental Clinics
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Delivered 1,000+ hours of comprehensive dental care to a diverse and underserved patient population
- Provided preventive, restorative, endodontic, pediatric, oral surgery, prosthodontic, diagnostic, and radiology services
- Fabricated and delivered fixed and removable prostheses
- Provided Invisalign/aligner therapy and orthodontic case planning
- Worked closely with specialty faculty to complete comprehensive treatment plans
- Assisted junior students in adapting to clinical workflows and patient care systems
Dental Assistant
Dental Associates of Delaware
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Assisted chairside with four-handed dentistry for restorative procedures and extractions
- Prepared treatment rooms, sterilized instruments, and supported daily clinical operations
- Provided patient support and education prior to procedures
Education
General Practice Residency (GPR) -
Christiana Care Health System
Wilmington, DE06.2025
Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) - undefined
Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry
Philadelphia, PA01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV01.2016
Skills
- Comprehensive Restorative Dentistry
- Anterior and Premolar Endodontics
- Simple and Surgical Extractions
- Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics
- Implant Restorative Dentistry
- Invisalign / Aligner Therapy
- Oral Medicine & Pathology
- Emergency Dental Care
- Botox (Dental Therapeutic Use)
- Ridge Preservation Bone Grafting
- Nitrous oxide sedation
Affiliations
- Temple University Student Ambassador | 2020 – 2024
- Alpha Omega Dental Fraternity – Social Chair | 2021 – 2023
- Student Mentoring Program | 2021 – 2024
Certification
- Invisalign / Clear Aligner Therapy Certification
- Botox for Therapeutic and Esthetic Dental Applications
- Ridge Preservation and Socket Grafting (Continuing Education Course)
- Engel Institute Implant Training – M1 (March 12–14, 2026) (upcoming)
- Delaware Dental License
- BLS / ACLS
Timeline
Associate General Dentist
Dental Associates of Delaware
07.2025 - Current
General Practice Resident
Christiana Care Dental Clinic
07.2024 - 06.2025
Student Dentist
Temple University Dental Clinics
01.2022 - 01.2024
Dental Assistant
Dental Associates of Delaware
01.2017 - 01.2019
Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) - undefined
Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology
West Virginia University
General Practice Residency (GPR) -
Christiana Care Health System