Jonathan Esquivel, DDS
Specialty: Prosthodontic Dentistry
Dr. Jonathan Esquivel, is a Nicaraguan native. His passion for dentistry is the driving force that pushes his pursuit of excellence in dental treatment, patient care and academics. He received his dental training at Universidad Americana in his hometown of Managua, Nicaragua. After graduating from dental school, he joined his father’s practice for 4 years. His growing passion for prosthetics however, drove him to pursue specialty training in prosthodontics at the Louisiana State University School of Dentistry. After graduating from the prostho- dontics residency in 2013, he continued his training in the esthetics and surgical implant fellowship at Louisiana State University Dental School. He has lec- tured nationally to the American Prosthodontic Society, European Prosthodontic Association, Dental XP global symposium among others. Dr. Esquivel has also lectured internationally in multiple countries worldwide, proudly carrying the LSU reputation beyond America’s borders. Throughout his career as an educator he has won numerous awards including "The Golden Apple, excellence in teaching award in 2016" along with being named honorary faculty member for the C Edmund Kells Honorary society. He has been selected on multiple occasions to participate in the "white coat cere- mony", an honor bestowed upon respected faculty members. He has also been awarded a Professorship in Prosthodontics. Dr. Esquivel is currently an Assistant Professor, Department of Prosthodontics at Louisiana State University where he teaches in both the pre doctoral students and postgraduate residents.
Education
Universidad Americana -- Dental Degree
LSU School of Dentistry -- Certification in Prosthodontics
Additional Training or Experience
LSU School of Dentistry -- Fellowship in Esthetics and Surgical Implants