R. David Brumbaugh, DDS
General & Implant Dentist, Dallas, TX
Treating every patient the way he would want to be treated since 2000. Building long-term relationships through honest care, advanced technology, and a commitment to clinical excellence.
About Dr. Brumbaugh
Dr. David Brumbaugh has been practicing dentistry since 1999 and founded his Dallas practice in 2000. His philosophy of care centers on educating patients about the health and care of their mouths, including the connection between oral health and systemic health. He wants patients to understand their treatment options and the broader role dental care can play in their overall wellbeing.
Dr. Brumbaugh graduated from The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston in 1999. His undergraduate studies included a Bachelor of Science in cell and animal physiology and biochemistry. He continues his education every two to three months and maintains memberships in several professional organizations.
Experience & Clinical Capabilities
Dr. Brumbaugh brings nearly 27 years of experience in restorative dentistry, root canal treatment, oral surgery, and extractions. He has also provided cosmetic dentistry, implant services, and implant restorations for approximately 25 years and has placed dental implants for 10 years. Throughout his career, he has completed more than 10,000 crowns, 2,000 bridges, 2,500 root canal cases, 2,000 veneer cases, and 2,500 implant restorations. He has also placed more than 700 dental implants, completed more than 1,700 extractions and 500 wisdom tooth extractions, and provided more than 2,000 TMJ, night guard, or other occlusal appliance cases.
His clinical capabilities include implant placement, bone grafting, oral surgery, IV sedation, and nitrous oxide sedation, services that are often referred to another office or specialist. He has completed more than 7,000 sedation cases involving IV sedation or nitrous oxide and has offered nitrous oxide sedation for nearly 27 years and IV sedation for 10 years. Patients are often surprised to learn that implant placement is available within the practice.
Technology
Technology also plays an important role in his approach to diagnosis and treatment. Dr. Brumbaugh has used dental lasers since 2006, digital impressions and same-day crown technology since 2007, and i-CAT CBCT imaging for 10 years. He also uses intraoral scanners, intraoral cameras, guided implant technology, digital smile design, and other advanced dental technologies. Many patients come to him through referrals from other patients and providers, including those seeking more extensive treatment.
Clinical Expertise
Dental Implant Placement & Restoration
Dr. Brumbaugh performs both the surgical placement and the prosthetic restoration of dental implants in his own office. By managing the entire process, he ensures seamless coordination between phases, from single-tooth replacements to All-on-4 full-arch restorations and implant-supported dentures.
IV Sedation Dentistry
With over 15 years of training and clinical experience in intravenous sedation, Dr. Brumbaugh helps anxious patients remain deeply relaxed while complex or lengthy procedures are completed efficiently. IV sedation is especially valuable for implant surgery, extractions, and full-mouth restorations.
Full-Mouth Reconstruction
For patients with extensive wear, damage, or missing teeth, Dr. Brumbaugh develops comprehensive treatment plans that restore function, aesthetics, and oral health simultaneously by combining implants, crowns, veneers, and sedation into a coordinated sequence.
Advanced Digital Technology
Cone beam 3D imaging (CBCT and iCat) for precise surgical planning, CEREC for same-day ceramic crowns, Primescan for impression-free digital scanning, and soft-tissue lasers for comfortable gum treatments with faster healing.
Education
- The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (1999)
- Bachelor of Science in Cell and Animal Physiology and Biochemistry
- Continuing education every two to three months
Technology
- Dental lasers (since 2006)
- Digital impressions (since 2006)
- Same-day crown technology (since 2007)
- i-CAT CBCT 3D imaging (10 years)
- Intraoral scanners and cameras
- Guided implant technology
- Digital smile design
Outside the Office
Outside the office, Dr. Brumbaugh enjoys fly fishing, skeet shooting, and working in the yard. He also enjoys spending time with his two yellow Labs, Beau and Christmas.
Meet Dr. Brumbaugh in Person
Complimentary consultations available for dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, and second opinions. Call 214-369-5159 or request an appointment online.