Dr. Jordan Hester, D.M.D
Pediatric DentistryNPI: 1972814820
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Dr. Jordan Hester is a board-certified pediatric dentist serving the Naples, Florida community for over 16 years. He earned his dental degree from the University of Florida and completed specialized training in pediatric dentistry at the University of Rochester, where he learned advanced techniques like laser dentistry to help young patients feel more comfortable. Dr. Hester loves working with children of all needs, including high-risk patients and kids with special healthcare requirements, and he believes that dental visits should be positive experiences that help children understand how their teeth connect to their overall health. When he's not caring for patients, Dr. Hester teaches the next generation of pediatric dentists at the University of Florida and works with the Naples Children and Education Foundation. He's currently accepting new patients and is a proud father of three boys who live with him and his wife Natalia in Naples.
Specialties
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- Dental Public Health
Community dental health, prevention, and policy
Education & Training
- Valdosta State University, Valdosta, GA – Bachelor of Business Administration with Degree in Finance and Minor in Chemistry – Magna Cum Laude
- University of Rochester Eastman Institute for Oral Health, Rochester, NY – Certificate of Pediatric Dentistry – June 2016
- University of Florida College of Dentistry, Gainesville, FL – Doctor of Dental Medicine – May 2010
Board Certifications
- Diplomat, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
Credential: D.M.D
NPI registered: 06/25/2010
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- Laser dentistry
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- Southeastern Society of Pediatric Dentistry
- Florida Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- American Dental Association
- Florida Dental Association
- West Coast District Dental Association
- President of the Collier County Dental Association
- Academy of Laser Dentistry
- American Laser Study Club
- Faculty member of the American Academy of Facial Esthetics
Awards & Recognition
- Horace Wells Senior Student Award (dental school)
- Orthodontic Clinical Achievement Award; Psi Omega Dental Fraternity
- National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program recipient
- 1st Place Basil G Bibby Competition AADR Rochester Chapter Poster Presentation
- 2nd Place UFCD Research Day Poster Presentation
- President's Scholarship (undergraduate)
- President's First Year Scholars (undergraduate)
Beyond the Office
Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor with University of Florida since 2016
Works with Naples Children and Education Foundation (NCEF) Pediatric Dental Center
Teaching pediatric dental residents
Consulting Pediatric Dentist at Golisano Children's Hospital, Ft. Myers
AAFE Distinguished Mentor
Volunteer Faculty, University of Florida College of Dentistry Department of Community Dentistry and Behavioral Sciences
Volunteers with Gulf Coast Runners
Vice president of Gulf Coast Runners
Race director of the Barron Collier Companies Naples Half Marathon
Gulf Coast Runners Race Liaison of the Collier County Public Schools 5k
Born and raised in the south, currently resides in Naples, Florida
Married to wife Natalia
Father of three boys: Octavio, Sebastiano, and Valerian
Enjoys telling his three boys long cheesy stories
Supports his wife on her ultra-running adventures
Has two dogs
Enjoys exercise and outdoor activities
Passionate about community involvement and giving back
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