Meet Dr. Patricia Benca

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Renton Dentist Dr. Patricia Benca is committed to excellence, with more than 25 years of experience following dental school. She received her D.D.S. from Northwestern University Dental School in 1982. She finished an Oral Pathology Fellowship and received a Master's of Science degree at the University of Chicago, where she also completed a one-year hospital based general practice residency program. Her past academic positions include Assistant Professor and Director of Radiology at Loyola University Dental School in Chicago, and Director of General Dentistry at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle. She was also affiliated with the University of Washington Hospital dental program.

Currently, Dr. Benca has been in private practice in the Seattle are for over 20 years. She is a member of the King County Dental Society and the Washington Dental Association as well as the ADA. She continues to refine her knowledge and skills by attending advanced continuing education courses in cosmetic and restorative dentistry. Dr. Benca is a member of the Premier Study Group, and is a sustaining member of the Academy of General Dentistry where she is currently studying for her Fellowship Certification. She has also been certified in Invisalign orthodontic therapy and is enjoying advanced continuing education in that area as well.

Dr. Benca is married with three children and is involved with their athletics as well as pursuing her own interests in gardening, traveling and outdoor activities.

Accreditations in Dentistry

Education:

• Pritzker School of Medicine, University of Chicago, 9/83-5/87 – Masters Degree, Department of Pathology
• Zoller Dental Clinic, University of Chicago, 7/84-6/85 – Dental General Practice Residency
• Zoller Dental Clinic, University of Chicago, 7/82-6/84 – Oral Pathology Fellowship
• Northwestern University Dental School, 9/78-6/82 – Doctor of Dental Science
• University of Notre Dame, 9/74-5/78 – Bachelor of Science

Professional Memberships:

• Academy of General Dentistry
• American Dental Association
• King County Dental Society
• Washington State Dental Society
• Premier Study Club

Licensure and Certification:

• Washington State Dental License
• Oral Pathology Certificate

Current Position:

• Private Practice, General Dentistry, Seattle, WA

Previous Positions:

• Associateship in Private Practice, General Dentistry, 8/91-8/94, Bellevue, WA
• Lecturer/Clinician for Department of Hospital Dentistry, 8/87-6/94, University of Washington School of Dentistry
• Associate in General Dental Practice, 2/90-7/91, Seattle, WA
• Director of General Dentistry, 8/87-1/89, Harborview Dental Clinic, University of Washington School of Dentistry
• Assistant Professor and Clinical Director, Division of Radiology, 1/86-6/87, Loyola University School of Dentistry

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