Curriculum Vitae
General Dentist · Willow Dental Group, Fresno, California
Dr. Ryan Hatmaker, DDS is a general dentist at Willow Dental Group in Fresno, California. A Clovis-raised valley native and Buchanan High School graduate, he earned a Bachelor of Science in Evolution, Ecology & Biodiversity from UC Davis (2020) and his Doctor of Dental Surgery from UCSF (2024). Devoted to continual learning and excellent clinical dentistry, he provides comprehensive, patient-centered care that helps every patient feel at ease and heard. Meet the full team on our Meet the Team page or explore our dental services.
Professional Summary
Highly motivated and personable dentist with a devotion to excellent clinical dentistry. Dr. Hatmaker believes in providing quality, comprehensive care to patients of all ages and is devoted to continual learning — aiming to expand his skillset while maintaining great outcomes for patients.
Education
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) — University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) · 2024
- Bachelor of Science, Evolution, Ecology & Biodiversity — University of California, Davis · 2020
Licensure & Certifications
- Active California Dental License — #110444
- National Provider Identifier (NPI) — #1891560686
- DEA and BLS Certified
- Diode Laser Certification
- Engel Institute — Hands-On Implant Training
Professional Experience
- General Dentist — Willow Dental Group, Fresno, CA · Present
- Associate Dentist — Scott D. Schapansky DDS, Inc., Fresno, CA · 2024–2025
Provided dental care and supervised clinical staff; collaborated to implement new systems keeping patients current on important records such as periodontal charts and full-mouth series. Received strong mentorship, taking on progressively more complex cases.
Clinical Skills
Procedures Dr. Hatmaker is comfortable providing:
- Crown and bridge dentistry
- Opening VDO and rehabilitation of occlusal function
- Laser dentistry
- Intraoral scanning (Medit)
- Endodontics (including select molars)
- Surgical extractions and socket preservation
- Single-unit implant placement
Professional Involvement & Interests
Dr. Hatmaker is a member of a local dental study club and is constantly learning to stay up to date with the latest research and dental techniques. Outside of the office, he is an avid outdoor enthusiast who can be found hiking in the local mountains or cycling on the backroads.
Patient FAQ
Where did Dr. Ryan Hatmaker go to dental school?
Dr. Hatmaker earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) in 2024, after completing a Bachelor of Science in Evolution, Ecology and Biodiversity at the University of California, Davis in 2020.
Is Dr. Hatmaker a licensed dentist in California?
Yes. Dr. Hatmaker holds an active California dental license (#110444) and is registered with the National Provider Identifier system (NPI #1891560686) as a Dentist. He is also DEA- and BLS-certified.
What procedures is Dr. Hatmaker comfortable providing?
Dr. Hatmaker is comfortable with crown and bridge dentistry, opening vertical dimension of occlusion (VDO) and rehabilitation of occlusal function, laser dentistry, intraoral scanning, endodontics (including select molars), surgical extractions and socket preservation, and single-unit implant placement.
Is Dr. Hatmaker from the Fresno area?
Yes. Dr. Hatmaker is a valley native, born and raised in Clovis and a graduate of Buchanan High School. He is a member of a local dental study club and is continually learning to stay current with the latest research and techniques.
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