Sean M. Thoms, DMD, MS – St. Louis Sedation Dentist & Dental Anesthesiologist

Dr. Thoms was born and raised in northern Illinois. He received his Bachelor’s degree from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville in 2008, his Master’s degree (M.S.) in Biomedical Science from Barry University in 2009, and his Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D.) from Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine in 2013. After graduation from dental school, he attended a three-year Dental Anesthesiology residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) which certifies him to provide deep sedation and general anesthesia for dental procedures by the Missouri Dental Board. He is a Diplomate of both the American and National Dental Boards of Anesthesiology and holds faculty positions at the University of Pittsburgh and Saint Louis University.

Dr. Thoms has a primary focus in treating children and patients with special healthcare needs such as autism, cerebral palsy, down syndrome, and Alzheimer’s disease.

In his spare time, Dr. Thoms likes to run, golf, and waterski. He also enjoys spending time with his wife, Michelle, his two daughters, Lexi and Quinn, and his son, Owen.

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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
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)

Nov 19, 2018

by Vicky Pearl on The Dental Anesthesia Center: Sedation and Sleep Dentistry

Dr. Daugherty is fantastic!

Dr. Daugherty is fantastic! I had a buildup & crown done this morning and didn’t even feel a pinch when she numbed me! Taylor did a great job assisting! Dr. Daugherty has numbed my upper front area for crowns and I didn’t feel a thing - that’s a sensitive area. She does great work! The entire team is warm, welcoming and professional! I dread dental work but enjoy coming here!" - via Facebook

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