Dr. Senthil Arun is an orthodontist with 15 years of experience helping patients create confident smiles through braces and personalized care. He earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine with high honors from the University of Pennsylvania and completed advanced training including a Master of Science degree and a Doctor of Philosophy with distinction, showing his deep commitment to his field. Dr. Arun uses state-of-the-art technology and takes a gentle, patient-centered approach focused on your comfort and long-term oral health. He is actively involved in the community as a clinical instructor at NYU Langone Dental Medicine, training the next generation of dental professionals, and he serves as a preferred provider for Smiles Changes Lives, a nonprofit that helps families afford orthodontic treatment. Dr. Arun is accepting new patients in Columbia, MO.

Specialties

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OrthodonticsPrimary
Alignment of teeth and jaws, braces and clear aligners

Education & Training

Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) with high honors from University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine
Master of Science (MSD) degree from University of Louisville School of Dentistry
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) with distinction from Medical College of Georgia (Augusta University), Augusta, GA
Post-graduate certification in Orthodontics from University of Louisville School of Dentistry
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from Ragas Dental College, Chennai, India

Credential: BDS, DMD, MSD, PHD

NPI registered: 04/15/2011

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Areas of Focus

OrthodonticsBraces

Technology & Equipment

CAD/CAM dentistry (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing)
State-of-the-art facility

Professional Memberships

American Association of Orthodontists (AAO)
Midwestern Society of Orthodontists (MSO)

Awards & Recognition

Several awards won while in dental school at Ragas Dental College

Beyond the Office

Clinical faculty at Department of Pediatric Dentistry at NYU Langone Dental Medicine – Columbia, MO

Educator and trainer of pediatric dental residents in orthodontics

Preferred provider for Smiles Changes Lives (non-profit organization helping children and families who cannot afford full cost of braces)

Enjoys reading books of all genres

Enjoys traveling

Enjoys spending time with family and friends

Has great interest in electronic gadgets

Married to Aarti Arun, a dental hygienist

Has two sons: Tejas and Shreyas

Committed to keeping his office and himself up to date with technology

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