Dr. Jim Grisdale

B.A., D.D.S., Dip. Prosth., Perio, M.R.C.D. (C)

Suite 805- 805 West Broadway               
Vancouver, B.C.  V5Z 1K1
Office:  (604) 875-1822
Fax:  (604) 875-1878
Email:  drgrisdale@shawcable.com

Dr. Grisdale is a Board Certified Specialist in Periodontics and Prosthodontics with a private practice in Vancouver, British Columbia.  Dr. Grisdale received his undergraduate and graduate degrees from McGill University, as well as a post graduate degree in Restorative Dentistry and Prosthodontics. He then went on to the University of British Columbia where he received an additional postgraduate degree in Periodontics.

Dr. Grisdale received the Award of Merit for Restorative Dentistry from McGill University.  He lectures extensively in the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia.  He is a mentor for Periodontic and Prosthodontic Study Clubs.  He is also a sessional lecturer for Continuing Dental Education at U.B.C.  Dr. Grisdale has published in the area of treatment for dentin sensitivity, implants, bone regeneration and soft tissue periodontal adhesives.  He is an active participant in clinical research and the study of contemporary periodontal products.  He is a member of several professional societies.

ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

•    McGill University, B.A.
•    McGill University, D.D.S.
•    McGill University, Dip. Prosth. & Restor. Dent.
•    University of British Columbia, Dip. Perio.
•    Board certified in Periodontics and Prosthodontics

ACADEMIC AFFILATIONS

•    Continuing Dental Education, Faculty of Dentistry, University of British Columbia

ACADEMIC AWARDS AND DISTINCTIONS

•    Award of Merit, Restorative Dentistry, McGill University.

MEMBERSHIPS IN PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES

•    American Dental Association
•    American Academy of Periodontics
•    Royal College of Dentistry
•    Canadian Dental Association
•    Canadian Academy of Periodontics
•    Canadian Academy of Prosthodontics
•    B.C. Dental Association

INVITED LECTURES

•    Thomas P. Hinman Dental Meeting
•    Philippines Dental Association Meeting
•    National University of Singapore
•    Singapore  Dental Society
•    Asia  Pacific  Dental  Conference
•    Malaysia  Dental  Association  Convention
•    Alpha Omega Lecture Programme
•    FDI World Congress
•    Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting
•    Yankee Dental Congress Annual Meeting
•    American Dental Association Annual Meeting
•    Academy of General Dentists Annual Meeting
•    Greater New York Annual Dental Meeting
•    California Annual Dental Meeting
•    Virginia Annual State Meeting
•    Texas Annual Dental Meeting
•    Wisconsin Dental Association Meeting
•    Canadian Dental Association Annual Meeting
•    Pacific Northwest Dental Conference
•    Professional Society Meetings
•    Provincial Meetings across Canada including
Ontario Dental Association, B.C. Dental Association,
Journee Dentaire (Quebec), and Manitoba Dental Association
•    Mentor – Periodontic and Prosthodontic Study Clubs

PUBLICATIONS/RESEARCH

•    Author, The Clinical Applications of Synthetic Bone Alloplast. J Can Dent Assoc 1999; 65:559-562.
•    Author, The use of Cyanoacrylates in Periodontal Therapy. J Can Dent Assoc 1998; 64: 623-630.
•    Active participant in clinical research and study of contemporary periodontal products.
•    Restorative Dentistry and Prosthodontics Thesis: Effects of Placement of Sub gingival Crown Margins on the Gingival Tissue Attachment Complex, McGill University.
•    Periodontics Thesis: Effect of Oxalate Toothpaste on Dentin Hypersensitivity, University of British Columbia.