Dr. Lance D. Dillon
Lance D. Dillon, D.M.D., M.S. was born in Luling, Louisiana and raised in Vicksburg, MS. With a B.S. in Biological Engineering from Mississippi State, he was recruited to the University of Mississippi Medical Center Division of Biomaterials. At UMMC, he teamed up with other engineers, scientist and doctors to develop new orthopedic and dental implant materials. While finishing his master's degree in Biological Engineering, and concentrating on dental research, he chose to pursue a degree in Dental Medicine at UMMC. Upon completion of his degree, Dr. Dillon established a dental office by transforming a home built in the 1930's into Madison Family Dentistry.
Dr. Dillon, a speaker and clinician representing UMC and Madison Family Dentistry, has lectured on topics such as: Dental Materials and Cosmetic Dentistry and is credited as a contributor to numerous dental articles, orthopedic/dental journals, and book chapters. He also uses his engineering background as a consultant to several dental manufacturers.
Credentials:
1996-2000 Doctor of Dental Medicine, UMMC School of Dentistry, Jackson, MS
1990-1994 M.S. in Biological Engineering, MSU/UMMC
1986-1989 B.S. in Biological Engineering, MSU
Assistant Professor, UMC School of Dentistry, fixed prosthodontics
Adjunct Faculty, Hinds Community College Dental Assisting Program
Fellow; Pierre Fauchard Academy
Professional Memberships:
Mississippi Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry; Founder and President
American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
American Dental Association
Mississippi Dental Society
Jackson Dental Society
Pierre Fauchard Academy
Among some of his honors and community involvement include; Mississippi Business Journal's Top 40 under 40, Madison the City Chamber of Commerce Board Of Directors, Teaching Award, Hembree Honor Society at UMC Dental School, and "The ATTIC" youth center Board of Directors.
His interests are hunting, fishing, motorcycling and most of all spending time with his wife, Teresa, son Austin and daughter Aubree.
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Education Background
MEDICAL SCHOOL
University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine - 1993