Dr Lance 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. Dr. Dillon, a speaker and clinician representing UMC and Center for Contemporary Dentistry, lectures 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. Since 2011 Dr. Lance Dillon has led a comprehensive Spear study group composed of Periodontists, Oral Surgeons, Orthodontist, and other dentists that meet routinely to discuss ongoing comprehensive interdisciplinary treatment. He also is a part of the Spear education faculty club and is the only one in Mississippi. Dr. Dillon takes approximately 100 hours of continuing education each year on topics that include cosmetic dentistry, biomaterials, implants, occlusion and laser dentistry. Dr. Dillon is heavily engaged in the Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry through accreditation processes along with an appointment to the University Relations Committee. He teaches several dental school courses that include conservative, cosmetic dental procedures and photography.