Dr. Sean M. Thoms, DMD, MS
Sedation Dentist & Dentist Anesthesiologist
Dr. Sean M. Thoms
Meet Dr. Thoms, a skilled dental anesthesiologist specializing in treating children and patients with special healthcare needs, including autism, Down syndrome, and Alzheimer’s. With advanced training from UPMC and faculty roles at top universities, Dr. Thoms is dedicated to providing compassionate, expert care.
Background Education
Dr. Thoms was born and raised in northern Illinois. He earned his Bachelor’s degree from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville in 2008, followed by a Master’s in Biomedical Science from Barry University in 2009. He completed his Doctor of Dental Medicine at Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine in 2013.
Residency and Certification
After graduating from dental school, Dr. Thoms attended a three-year Dental Anesthesiology residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC). He is certified by the Missouri Dental Board to provide deep sedation and general anesthesia for dental procedures.
Professional Affiliations
Dr. Thoms is a Diplomate of the American and National Dental Boards of Anesthesiology. He also holds faculty positions at the University of Pittsburgh and Saint Louis.
Specialty Focus
Dr. Thoms focuses primarily on treating children and patients with special healthcare needs, including individuals with autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and Alzheimer’s disease.
Personal Interests
Dr. Thoms enjoys running, golfing, and waterskiing in his free time. He cherishes spending time with his wife, Michelle, and their three children, Lexi, Quinn, and Owen.
Credentials and Memberships:
- Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Bachelor of Science (B.S.), 2008
- Barry University, Master of Science (M.S.), 2009
- Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine, Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D.), 2013
- University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Certificate in Dental Anesthesiology, 2016
- Diplomate, American Dental Board of Anesthesiology
- Diplomate, National Dental Board of Anesthesiology
- Fellow, American Society of Dentist Anesthesiologists
- Fellow, American Dental Society of Anesthesiology
- American Dental Association
- American Academy of Facial Esthetics (AAFE)
- Adjunct Assistant Professor, University of Pittsburgh
- Adjunct Assistant Professor, Saint Louis University
- Missouri Dental Association
- Greater St. Louis Dental Society
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
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