Dr.Chiragkumar Prajapati DDS
Dentist & Researcher • 11 years
Texas License # 29094 •
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drchirag@merakiresearchlab.com
Email
(726) 219-1671‬
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18911 Hardy Oak Blvd
San Antonio
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Education
New York University - College of Dentistry
New York , United States
Aug 2010 - July 2013
Achieved excellence in clinical rotations, demonstrating proficiency in a wide range of dental procedures
Actively participated in community outreach programs, providing dental care to underserved populations and promoting oral health education.
Extensive hands-on experience in diagnosing and treating dental conditions under the guidance of experienced faculty.
Emphasis on patient-centered care, with a focus on empathy, effective communication, and individualized treatment plans.
Exposure to the latest advancements in dental technology and techniques, including digital imaging, CAD/CAM systems, and more.
Gujarat University - Government Dental College
Ahmedabad, India
July 2003 - July 2007
The knowledge and skills gained during my BDS program have been instrumental in my professional journey as a General and Cosmetic Dentist. I seamlessly integrate theoretical insights with practical applications to deliver comprehensive and personalized dental care.
Performed scaling and root planning. Assisted bone grafting procedures and flap surgeries. Assisting in impaction surgeries, incision and drainage and dental cyst removals.
Performed Composite and Ceramic Crown restorations
Work Experience
Dentist & Researcher
Meraki Labs • San Antonio 
Sep 2022 - Present
Our research benefits dentists by driving their well-being, personal and professional. We translate the unique insights gathered from the research to build cutting-edge technology and systems that revolutionize dentistry, providing novel solutions to complex problems for dental practices. Our research uncovers hidden secrets that dentists can then use to solve problems.
Act as Dental HIPAA compliance privacy officer and asserting the regulatory compliance by using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards set by state dental boards.
Generate clinically accurate intuitive content for preventive dental care, the causes and treatment of dental needs such as dental implants, dental veneers, tooth extractions, replacement of missing teeth with dentures etc.
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to the job to provide the company with most recent research and knowledge regarding Dental Industry and trends
General & Cosmetic Dentist
Shebah Dental • San Antonio
Jan 2022 - July 2022 • 7 Months
Cosmetic Dentistry : Veneers, Al / Zr Crowns, Diagnostic Wax-up
Restorative Dentistry : I have become proficient and fast at Simple to complex anterior or posterior composite restorations with emphasis on high quality. I continually evaluate it through patient happiness feedback.
Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics
Oral Surgery : Performing the surgical extraction and atraumatic root extractions. Complex extraction such as bulbous roots close to maxillary sinus, alveoloplasty and bone regeneration techniques are key also key proficiencies.
Periodontal Treatments Scaling and Root Planning, repair of the traumatic gingival injuries.
Endodontics : Anterior and Posterior RCT and post & core.
Prosthodontics Dentistry
General & Cosmetic Dentist
Access Dental • San Antonio
Aug 2013 - Nov 2021 • 8 Years
I led a diverse team in delivering comprehensive dental services. I specialize in a wide range of treatments, including preventive care, restorative procedures, and cosmetic enhancements. My day-to-day responsibilities include:
Invisalign Received Training for case selection, ClinCheck, Digital Impression, IPR, Power Attachments for the Invisalign
CAD CAM Restorations
Implant Crown Restoration
Cosmetic Dentistry : Veneers, Al / Zr Crowns, Diagnostic Wax-up
Restorative Dentistry : I have become proficient and fast at Simple to complex anterior or posterior composite restorations with emphasis on high quality. I continually evaluate it through patient happiness feedback.
Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics
Oral Surgery : Performing the surgical extraction and atraumatic root extractions. Complex extraction such as bulbous roots close to maxillary sinus, alveoloplasty and bone regeneration techniques are key also key proficiencies.
Periodontal Treatments Scaling and Root Planning, repair of the traumatic gingival injuries.
Endodontics : Anterior and Posterior RCT and post & core.
Prosthodontics Dentistry
Certificates & Memberships
American Dental Association
Active
Chicago, Texas
Sep 1 2013 - Current
American Dental Association (TDA), chartered in 1871, is the third largest state dental association in the United States. Member since 2013.
Texas Dental Association
Active
Austin, Texas
Sep 1 2013 - Current
The Texas Dental Association (TDA), chartered in 1871, is the third largest state dental association in the United States. Member since 2013.
San Antonio District Dental Society
Active
San Antonio, Texas
Sep 1 2013 - Current
The San Antonio District Dental Society is the local component society for members of the American Dental Association and Texas Dental Association. Member since 2013.
American Heart Association | BLS
Active
Certificate in Basic Life Support
Sep 1 2013 - Current
The American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is commonly required for healthcare providers and is crucial for responding effectively to life-threatening situations.
Short Bio
Born out of the need for systemic change across the dental industry, My vision for Meraki Labs is to set a new level of success for practicing dentists that they may have just dreamed of, with the goal of assisting dentists and practice owners to solve complex business and clinical challenges better and faster. Meraki Research Labs was established in 2022. My aim is to consistently provide innovation, quality, and value to all Meraki Labs Dentists across United States.
Expertise
Research & Development
Dental Practice Success
Cosmetic Dentistry
Restorative Dentistry
Dentist Success
Dentist Well-Beiing
Digital Dentistry
Clinical Dentistry
Practice Management
Patient Centric
Active Member
NPI #1356781728
San Antonio, Texas
July 1, 2013 - Current
General Dentist : 122300000X
The NPI is a constant and essential element throughout a dentist's professional career. The NPI  serves as a standardized identifier for streamlined communication in various healthcare processes, such as billing and claims.
ShareCare
San Antonio, Texas
Aug 1, 2013 - Current
Sharecare is a health engagement platform that provides a variety of tools and resources for patients to manage their health.
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Recommendations
Dr. Rishit Patel DDS
General Dentist, Miami
June 12, 2022
The thing I admire most is your ability to think outside of the box and not being just a usual general dentist. Keep sharing, keep caring about those a few years behind you and keep building your legacy. We are all so thankful. Cheers!
Dr. Girish Chaudhari DDS
General Dentist, Dallas
Apr 1, 2023
Dr. Chirag’s is beyond impressive. He makes smart look easy. He’s hilarious and genuine. He always has your back. He brings an incredible blend of sophistication, relatability, and authenticity. Dr. Chirag’s basically a a true and a lifelong friend.
Dr. Viren Chauhan DDS
General Dentist, San Antonio
March 29, 2018
For as good as Dr. Chirag is, what’s more impressive is his commitment to learning, growing and getting better. He’s a forward thinker and is quickly becoming a leading voice in modern dentistry. If you have the opportunity to work with Dr. Chirag in any capacity, don’t pass it up!
Dr. Saurav Das DDS
General Dentist, California
August 17, 2015
I've worked with many professionals throughout my journey, but Dr. Chirag is unique in many ways. Personable and confident in his ways, Dr. Chirag is an expert on optimizing clinical dentistry. His insight helped our clinic succeed and paved the way for future growth. His work ethics are pristine, and his warm smile make him an approachable team leader.
Dr. Nisarg Shah  DDS
General Dentist, Dallas
Oct 2, 2021
Dr. Chirag is an extremely hardworking and motivated individual, who will always give 110% of his time and dedication towards his work and passions. He follows the 10x principle, of working 10x as hard, putting in 10x the effort, to achieve 10x the results. He is always bringing new ideas to the table, and raising his hand to execute on them effortlessly in a timely manner. He is an active problem solver that simply gets the job done.