Dr Beers' Biography

Duane H. Beers, DMD, FAGD

Doctor Duane H. Beers is one of New Mexico's premier cosmetic dentists. Dr. Beers has been practicing dentistry in Socorro for over 30 years.

Meet Duane H. Beers, DMD, FAGD-Cosmetic Dentist for Socorro and New Mexico

Doctor Duane H. Beers graduated from University of California, Davis (UCDavis) in 1971 with a B.S. in biochemistry. He attended Washington University School of Dental Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri and received his Doctor of Dental Medicine diploma with honors in March 1975. He took a position with the U.S. Public Health Service, Indian Health Service in Zuni, NM. While there he pursued extensive postdoctoral training in oral surgery, orthodontics, and pedodontics. Since then, Dr. Beers has continued his education in the disciplines of cosmetic and laser dentistry. He attended the Academy of Laser dentistry's founding conference in Switzerland in 1992 and has since incorporated the use of the CO2 and Nd:YAG lasers into his daily practice. In 1998, he became New Mexico's only dentist to receive the Masters Level Certification (M.A.L.D.) from the Academy of Laser Dentistry.


Professional Associations

Dr. Beers is a Fellow of Academy of General Dentistry , an accredited member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Dr. Beers is a charter member of the American Association of Functional Orthodontics and the Academy of Laser Dentistry. He is a founding member of New Mexico's Horizon Study Club. , and an active member of the American Dental Association, , and the NM Dental Association. Dr. Beers is also committed to using his skills in concert with his faith, and is a regular participant on medical mission trips through organizations like Healthcare Ministries, Global Health Outreach and Christian Medical & Dental Association.

Honors and Awards

  • Accredited member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.
  • Fellow- Academy of General Dentistry.
  • Academy of Laser Dentistry- The Leon Goldman Award for Clinical Excellence.
  • American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry: 2004 Gold Medallist in Smile Design for Cosmetic Bonding.
  • Past president of the Socorro Chamber of Commerce.
  • Past president of the Horizon Study Club.

 

Family

Dr. Beers has been married to his wife Beth since 1982. They have two daughters. Meghan, a graduate of Oral Roberts University (BSN), is a pediatric intensive care nurse, and Kristen is attending Point Loma Nazerene University, and majoring in business. Both girls have gone on Christian medical missions with their dad. They also enjoy water sports in a big way and love to go scuba diving whenever possible. He loves fly-fishing, mountain biking, gardening and 4-wheeling, which makes rural New Mexico the perfect home.

"We are committed to our vision and continue to strive to stay on the cutting edge of dentistry while providing quality care for the whole family".