Crystal Almaraz

Provided comprehensive dental care to an incarcerated population in a correctional healthcare setting. Developed comprehensive treatment plans based on clinical examinations, radiographic findings, and individual patient needs. Diagnosed and treated a broad range of oral health conditions while prioritizing patient safety and appropriate continuity of care.

Correctional Dentist | Locum Tenens at Seamless Staffing (2025-11 – Present)

• Provided comprehensive dental care to an incarcerated population in a correctional healthcare setting.
• Developed comprehensive treatment plans based on clinical examinations, radiographic findings, and individual patient needs.
• Diagnosed and treated a broad range of oral health conditions while prioritizing patient safety and appropriate continuity of care.

Dentist at Hope Health (2024-09 – 2025-10)

• Served as a solo dentist, effectively supervising a dental hygienist and auxiliary staff to ensure high-quality patient care and streamlined clinic operations including the ordering of supplies and instruments
• Led the successful transition of the clinic from a 3-chair to a 6-chair facility which included recruiting an additional dentist and increasing staff to support
• Played a key role in enhancing access to dental care for the Waxahachie community, contributing to improved health outcomes and patient satisfaction

Dentist at Presbyterian Medical Services (2022-08 – 2024-09)

• Conducted oral health assessments, screenings and preventative interventions to identify and address oral health issues in underserved populations
• Developed and delivered culturally appropriate treatment plans that encouraged oral hygiene, disease prevention and oral health promotion
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams including medical, behavioral health, pharmacy and psychiatry to ensure improved health outcomes for patients

General Practice Residency – Meharry Medical College (2021-06 – 2022-06)

Doctor of Dental Surgery – University of Colorado (2017-07 – 2021-05)

Bachelor of Arts in Biology, Bachelor of Science in Psychology – University of New Mexico (2010-08 – 2015-12)