Dr. Heather Ridgway is a board-certified periodontist with 19 years of experience helping patients in Franklin, Tennessee. She specializes in treating gum disease and conditions affecting bone and gum tissue, and she also places dental implants and helps patients keep their natural teeth healthy and strong. Dr. Ridgway earned her dental degree with highest honors and completed advanced training in periodontics, and she is recognized by the American Academy of Periodontology for her excellence in the field. She believes in listening carefully to each patient and creating personalized treatment plans that meet your specific needs. Dr. Ridgway is accepting new patients and is a member of several professional dental organizations.

Specialties

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PeriodonticsPrimary
Treatment of gum disease and dental implants

Education & Training

Advanced Education in General Dentistry Certificate - Audie L. Murphy VA Hospital, San Antonio, Texas (2002)
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry - The University of Texas at Austin (1996)
Certificate in Periodontics & Masters of Science in Periodontology - The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Dental School (2005)
Doctor of Dental Surgery - The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Dental School (2001) - Summa Cum Laude

Board Certifications

Board-certified Periodontist

Credential: DDS, MS

NPI registered: 05/18/2007

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Areas of Focus

PeriodonticsGum disease treatmentBone and gum tissue conditionsDental implantsFoundation support for natural teeth retention

Professional Memberships

American Academy of Periodontology
Southern Academy of Periodontology
Tennessee Society of Periodontists
American Dental Association
Tennessee Dental Association
Nashville Dental Society

Awards & Recognition

Gerald M. Kramer Scholar Award for Excellence - American Academy of Periodontology Foundation (2005)
Baliant Orban Memorial Competition Finalist - American Academy of Periodontology Meeting, Denver, Colorado (2005)
American Academy of Oral & Maxillofacial Radiology Award for Greatest Interest and Accomplishment in Radiology (2001)
Award for Excellence in Clinical Dentistry - UTHSCSA (2001)
Award for Exemplary Achievement - National Dental Boards Part 2 (2001)
Award for Scholarship in Basic Sciences - UTHSCSA (2001)
Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society – Mu Nu Chapter (2001)
Quintessence Award for Clinical Achievement in Periodontics (2001)
Southwest Academy of Restorative Dentistry Senior Restorative Dentistry Award (2001)
Southwest Prosthodontic Society Award for Outstanding Senior Dental Student (2001)
Texas Dental Association Award for Outstanding Senior Dental Student (2001)
Award for Exemplary Achievement - National Dental Boards Part 1 (1999)
Dean's List - UTHSCSA Dental School (1997-2001)
Senior Honors Program - UTHSCSA Dental School (2000-2001)

Beyond the Office

Grew up in the Denver, Colorado area

Attended and graduated from high school overseas

Enjoys traveling

Enjoys walking

Enjoys cooking

Married with three children

Has two spunky miniature schnauzers

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