Dr. Nathan James Pettit, D.M.D., M.S.D.
ProsthodonticsNPI: 1558660662
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Dr. Nathan Pettit is a prosthodontist in Houston, Texas, with 15 years of experience and board certifications in both prosthodontics and orofacial pain. He specializes in treating temporomandibular disorders (TMD) and orofacial pain, using advanced technology like specialized jaw tracking and digital imaging to provide accurate diagnoses and personalized care. Dr. Pettit is deeply committed to staying current with the latest techniques and believes that patients suffering from jaw pain and TMD benefit most from seeing a specialist who focuses exclusively on these conditions. He speaks English and Mandarin Chinese, lectures nationally on orofacial pain, and brings both extensive training and genuine compassion to his practice.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- Bachelor of Science in Nutrition, Brigham Young University (2007)
- Master of Science in Dentistry, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston School of Dentistry (2014)
- Prosthodontic Residency, Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center, Houston (2014)
- Doctor of Dental Medicine, University of Nevada Las Vegas School of Dental Medicine (2011)
- American Academy of Craniofacial Pain Mini-Residency (2014)
Board Certifications
- American Board of Orofacial Pain (2019)
- American Board of Prosthodontists (2016)
Credential: D.M.D., M.S.D.
NPI registered: 03/15/2011
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- I-Cat x-ray machine
- K-7 jaw tracking unit
- Tekscan
Beyond the Office
Lectures locally and nationally on orofacial pain topics
Headed the VA Prosthodontic Resident Myofascial Pain Clinic
Church service
Born in Webster, Texas (suburb southeast of Houston)
Earned Eagle Scout rank
Served a mission in Taipei, Taiwan
Enjoys singing, playing, writing and listening to music
Recently picked up pickleball
Avid Houston Astros fan
Married with two children
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