Meet Dr. Hal Stewart

Dr. Hal Stewart has a long-standing commitment to the highest standards of general, cosmetic, and reconstructive dentistry. His devotion to his profession is seen in his passion for treating his patients and teaching other dentists worldwide. Dr. Stewart’s commitment to his profession led to his induction into the American College of Dentists in 2018.

A biologic and systems-focused dentist, he believes that the goal of treatment should be to maintain a healthy, optimally functioning chewing system that is supported by, and in turn supports, a healthy airway. He believes that a healthy airway, and a healthy mouth with stable joints and harmonious occlusion, are imperative to one’s overall health.

Dr. Stewart graduated from Baylor College of Dentistry in 1989 and has been in private practice ever since. He studied at the Pankey Institute, The Dawson Academy, The Las Vegas Institute, as well as the OBI Foundation for Bioesthetic Dentistry.

Dr. Hal Stewart is one of fewer than 200 dentists worldwide to have completed the entire curriculum of the Orognathic Bioesthetics International (OBI) Foundation.

Since 2006, he has also served on the teaching faculty at the OBI Institute. He has also studied extensively at the Pankey Institute for Advanced Dental Studies and completed the Advanced Esthetic and Master Esthetic courses at the Las Vegas Institute for Cosmetic Dentistry.

Dr. Stewart is the CEO of The Stewart Center. He also lectures extensively, teaching dentists across the country and even around the world about advanced restorative and cosmetic dentistry.

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From 2006 – 2013 Dr. Stewart served as a core teaching faculty for OBI. In 2013, he co-founded The Stewart Center for Minimally Invasive Dental Medicine.

Dr. Stewart lectures extensively worldwide and has a passion for teaching other dentists and helping equip them to optimally serve their patients. He has written many articles over the years for publication in professional journals and is a frequent lecturer on the topics of BioRejuvenation and Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Practice Management, Laser Dentistry, and Case Presentation.

He is a current affiliate and faculty member for The Breathe Institute in Los Angeles, as well as a teaching faculty member and clinical advisor for Vivos. He is the past President of the Texas Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and is currently working on board certification with the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine.

In 2018, Dr. Stewart was privileged to be selected as a Fellow of the American College of Dentists.

A message from Dr. Hal Stewart “Why I Became A Dentist?”

I became a dentist out of a sincere desire to help people. My sister worked for a dentist when she was in high school and I spent time in his office. He was a kind, caring man and he really enjoyed what he did. I didn’t think much about then, but I know he had a positive influence on me. When I went to college I joined the Health Care Pre-Professional Club and there I was influenced by professors and some wonderful friends I made who were pre-dental students.

Education:

Baylor College of Dentistry Graduate 1989
Pankey Institute for Advanced Dental Studies, Key Biscayne, FL
Schuster Center for Professional Development, Scottsdale, AZ
Las Vegas Institute For Dental Excellence, Las Vegas, NV
Esthetic Continuum, Chicago, IL
Orognathic Bioesthetics International, USA
The Stewart Center for Minimally Invasive Dental Medicine (formerly The Texas Center for Occlusal Studies and Minimally Invasive Dentistry)
Edelweiss Dentistry, Austria
Esthetic Continuum, Toronto, Canada
Bale/Doneen Cardiovascular – Oral Connection Preceptorship, Dallas, TX

Professional Memberships & Affiliations

American Dental Association
Texas Dental Association
4^th District Dental Society
America Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
American Academy of General Dentistry
American College of Dentists
Affiliate with The Breathe Institute

Past & Present Teaching/Speaking/Faculty Positions

Core Teaching Faculty: Orognathic Bioesthetics International
Mentor/Teaching Faculty: Schuster Center for Professional Development
President: The Texas Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
Founder and Core Teaching Faculty: The Stewart Center For Minimally Invasive Dental Medicine
Key Opinion Leader and International Lecturer: Ultradent Products, Inc.
Key Opinion Leader and Lecturer: GC America
Faculty for The Breathe Institute in Los Angeles, California

Publications: I have been published in a variety of journals over the years. Here are a few:

Contemporary Esthetics And Restorative Practice: “Lasting Natural Beauty: “The Principles of Bioesthetic Dentistry” September 2005
Contemporary Esthetics: “Conservative Full Mouth Rehabilitation Utilizing “The Principles of Bioesthetic Dentistry” September 2006
Contemporary Esthetics: “Conservative Dentistry And Bioesthetic Principles” June 2007
Dentistry Today: “The Wonderful World of Teeth Whitening” January 2017
Dentistry Today: “Minimally Invasive BioRejuvenation Dentistry; A Conservative Approach to Full Mouth Rehabilitation” May 2017
Dentistry Today: “BioRejuvenation Dentistry: Utilizing Nanohybrid Flowable Composite Techniques” October 2018

I was honored to have an article published in the October 2018 issue of Dentistry Today on Utilizing Nanohybrid Flowable Composite Techniques. The BioRejuvenation case featured in this article illustrates the conservative, yet very significant dentistry that we can provide our patients. The key is being cognizant of the airway, making sure the joints are stable, and waxing and restoring once the joints have achieved their stable condylar position. Using biologic tooth form in creating anterior proprioceptive guidance, we can restore complex cases with minimal to no prepping, using only composite resin. It is the best of both worlds, beauty and function while being minimally invasive. For the complete article, click here: http://www.dentistrytoday.com/articles/10486

Hobbies & Family

I am passionate about health and I believe in being fit and active. I train almost daily, lifting weights and doing various cardiovascular exercises such as running, elliptical, stair master, and power walking. I have competed in body building contests as a 50+ year old! I also believe in eating healthy while still enjoying an occasional indulgence of comfort food. A healthy body will serve one well their entire lifetime. We only have one body and we need to take care of it, and of course oral health plays a large part in one’s overall!

I love music and I sing and play the guitar. I have been involved with several bands over the years and have enjoyed leading worship at my church from time to time. I also enjoy golf, motorcycle touring and fishing.

Enjoying family time with my dear Mom and beautiful Sisters!
Back row: Dr. Hal, Eileen Morse, Debi Habern, Kathy Stewart
Front row: Carolyn Morley, Jane Stewart, Mary Allums