Dr. Michael David Flax, D.D.S.
EndodonticsNPI: 1164583985
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About This Provider
Dr. Michael Flax is a specialist in endodontics—the area of dentistry that focuses on treating tooth nerves and roots—serving patients in Coral Springs, Florida. Board-certified by the American Board of Endodontics, Dr. Flax brings over 20 years of experience and a unique background in chemistry that helps him understand how dental materials work at a deeper level. He has taught endodontics at some of the country's top dental schools and is recognized as a Fellow of the American College of Dentists. Dr. Flax specializes in root canal therapy and is currently accepting new patients who need expert care for complex tooth problems.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- D.D.S. from Georgetown University Dental School, 1981
- B.A. in Chemistry (minor in Engineering) from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio
- Certificate in Endodontics from University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, 1986
- M.S. in Chemistry from St. John's University, 1977
Board Certifications
- Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics
Credential: D.D.S.
NPI registered: 12/13/2006
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Professional Memberships
- American Association of Endodontics
- Fellow of the American College of Dentists
Awards & Recognition
- Fellow of the American College of Dentists
Beyond the Office
Instructor for the Department of Endodontics at University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine – Graduate Division, 1986-1991
Instructor for the Department of Endodontics at Temple University School of Dentistry, 1986-1991
Associate Professor of Endodontics at Nova Southeastern College of Dental Medicine, 1996-2011
Program Director for Graduate Endodontics at Nova Southeastern College of Dental Medicine, 2011-2020
Board of Appeals Member for United Healthcare of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 2020-present
Research background in chemistry and biocompatibility studies
Developed adhesives for pipettes during autoclave procedures
Licensed to practice dentistry in Florida, Maryland, New York, Pennsylvania, and District of Columbia
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