Meet Dr. Erum Hussain, dentist owner of the Eugene, OR location and Boston University School of Dentistry Alum.

Why Aspen Dental?

I had previously chosen a private practice. I very quickly started to feel like I was hitting a glass ceiling with my clinical skills. I wanted to learn more and have the ability to expand my knowledge, safely and with support.

Most rewarding part of work

The ability to constantly expand my clinical skills. Years ago, I never thought I would confidently be doing clear aligner therapy -- not only restoring implants, but placing them as well.

Memorable patient experiences

Turning a frown upside down-- literally! We had a patient who was extremely frustrated with the lack of retention of her lower denture. She had lost trust in the process based on her previous experiences. Our oral surgery team placed the implants, but even at all her post-op and denture fabrication appointments, we just couldn’t get her to trust the process was going to work. Fast forward to her first denture adjustment appointment after delivery: she was beaming; a totally different person. Trust was restored, and so was her smile.

Fun fact

I am one of five dentists in my family. My father is a retired dentist, and my four siblings are also dentists. Outside of work, I enjoy outdoor activities such as camping, backpacking, slacklining and skiing .

Why Eugene, Oregon?

Everyone here loves the outdoors and appreciates the beautiful area in which we live in. There is also a strong community of alternative medicine (acupuncture, ayurveda, reiki) that I love learning more about.

Making an impact as a practice owner

I look forward to mentoring graduating doctors and helping them understand all the tools they have at their disposal to expand their knowledge clinically, and as leaders.