Dr. Nicholas Goetz is a prosthodontist in Gainesville, Florida, who specializes in complex dental work like implants, smile reconstruction, and helping patients who have experienced head and neck cancer or trauma. With 15 years of experience and advanced training from the University of Florida and UCLA, Dr. Goetz has also served as a maxillofacial prosthodontist with the US Army and at the VA Medical Hospital. He uses the latest technology, including 3D scanning and digital planning, to show patients exactly what their new smile will look like before treatment begins. Dr. Goetz believes that informed patients make better choices and lead happier lives, so he takes time to listen, answer questions, and find the best solution for each person's unique situation. He's currently accepting new patients and is ready to help transform your smile and your life.

Specialties

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ProsthodonticsPrimary
Dental prostheses including crowns, bridges, and dentures

Education & Training

University of Florida College of Dentistry - Undergraduate degree
University of Florida College of Dentistry - Master's Degree (MS) and Dental Residency (2011-2014)
University of Florida College of Dentistry - Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)
University of California Los Angeles - Certificate in Maxillofacial Prosthodontics Fellowship (2014-2015)

Credential: D.M.D.

NPI registered: 07/29/2011

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Areas of Focus

Maxillofacial prosthodonticsDental implantsComplex oral reconstructionHead and neck cancer restorationTrauma reconstructionFailed dental implantsIll-fitting denturesCongenital conditions affecting oral structuresMaxillary obturatorsMandibular resection appliancesExtra-oral facial prosthesisCleft-lip and palate treatmentPost-radiation dental treatmentComplete and partial removable prostheticsFixed crown and bridge prosthetics

Technology & Equipment

CBCT scanning technology
Digital treatment planning software
Digital wax-ups
Treatment simulations
Digital imaging
Radiographic guides
Printed guided implant surgical guides
CEREC Blue-cam milled restorations
Digital fixed restorations

Beyond the Office

Served as civilian maxillofacial prosthodontist with the US Army

Served at VA Medical Hospital

Won BMX championships at age six

Achieved a perfect 300 game in high school bowling

Enjoys golfing and challenging bike trails

Grew up in Sarasota, Florida

Helped parents with construction work, which inspired his passion for combining hands-on craftsmanship with medical science

Wife is Dr. Holly Trinh

Has three young sons: Westin, Austin, and Dustin

Values family as the biggest part of his life

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