Welcoming the Next Generation of Dental Care: Dr. Matthew G. Strickland Embarks on His Career with a Focus on Whole-Patient Wellness
Sarasota, FL – May, 2025 – Strickland Family Dentistry is proud to share exciting news about the next chapter in the Strickland legacy. Dr. Matthew G. Strickland, a recent graduate of the SUNY Buffalo School of Dental Medicine, is officially beginning his professional journey with a General Practice Residency at Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee.
Ready for what’s next—Dr. Matthew Strickland enters his General Practice Residency with a passion for whole-patient care and sedation dentistry.
Dr. Strickland enters this next phase of his training with a reputation for precision, compassion, and strong patient relationships. During dental school, he earned praise for his clinical skill and his ability to put patients at ease during even the most complex procedures. Known for a calm and steady presence, Dr. Strickland is dedicated to providing care that prioritizes both outcomes and comfort.
A Holistic Approach to Modern Dentistry
What sets Dr. Strickland apart is his interest in biological dentistry—a growing field that explores how oral health is deeply connected to overall wellness. Rather than treating isolated issues, he embraces a whole-patient approach, considering how dental conditions might reflect or influence broader health concerns. His goal is to help patients achieve not only a healthier smile but also a healthier life.
As he embarks on his residency at Meharry Medical College, Dr. Strickland is particularly focused on expanding his expertise in sedation dentistry. For patients who struggle with dental anxiety, sedation can be the key to receiving essential care comfortably and consistently.
As part of his residency at Meharry Medical College, Dr. Strickland is diving deeper into sedation dentistry, a specialty close to his heart. Sedation techniques play a pivotal role in reducing patient anxiety, ensuring comfort, and making essential dental care more accessible for those who might otherwise avoid it due to fear or stress.
“I want to offer my patients not just treatment, but a calm and reassuring experience that respects their individual needs,” says Dr. Strickland. “Sedation dentistry is an important part of that vision.”
Looking Toward the Future
Through his residency training, Dr. Strickland will gain even deeper knowledge in general dentistry, complex procedures, and modern care techniques. He’s committed to using this advanced training to serve a diverse patient population, learning how to meet a wide range of dental needs with precision and empathy.
Dr. Matthew Strickland celebrates his graduation from dental school with family in tow, ready to bring his skills and compassion to a new generation of patients.
His long-term goal is to bring these skills back to the Sarasota community—continuing the family’s tradition of compassionate, comprehensive dental care. Dr. Strickland is excited to contribute to the practice that helped shape his passion for dentistry while also embracing innovations that will benefit future patients.
A Family Tradition, A Modern Vision
Dr. Matthew Strickland’s career is rooted in a legacy of care—but it’s his vision for the future that makes this moment especially exciting. His commitment to excellence, patient-first philosophy, and passion for continued learning will enhance the services offered at Strickland Family Dentistry for years to come.
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