CRANBROOK DENTAL CARE - Key Persons
Dr. David George Banda completed his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the University of Michigan in 1986. In 1991, he completed the Implant Surgical and Prosthetic Program from The Misch Implant Institute in cooperation with The University of Pittsburgh. As an advocate of life-long education, both for himself and his patients, Dr. Banda has continued his education, receiving various Fellowships, Certificates, and Diplomate awards from such institutes as the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, the American Academy of Osseointegration, and the Academy of General Dentistry.
Dr. Banda is a sought-after speaker who has addressed peers and colleagues on such issues as advanced surgical techniques, implantology, and integrating digital equipment into the dental office. Additionally, he has regularly contributed articles on dental health to the Observer/Eccentric Newspaper.
As a cosmetic dentist, Dr. Banda understands that his practice thrives when he and his team create lasting bonds with patients. To this end, Cranbrook Dental Care prioritizes patient education, and helps patients to accept the ultimate responsibility for their own dental health.
Dr. Banda also holds integrity and accountability in high esteem, so he maintains membership in the following organizations:
American Dental Association
Michigan Dental Association
Oakland County Dental Association
Chicago Dental Society
Academy of General Dentistry
American Academy of Implant Dentistry
International Congress of Oral Implantologists
American College of Oral Implantology
American Society of Osseointegration
Detroit District Clinic Club - Implant Section
South Oakland Study Club
Lisa Kane, DDS, MS is a Board Certified Prosthodontist and Diplomate of the American Board of Prosthodontists. She earned her DDS in 2001 at University of Detroit Mercy and completed her Specialty training in Prosthodontics in 2012 from the University of Michigan. Prosthodontists receive 3 additional years of intensive training in the fundamentals of dentistry such as implants, crowns, bridges, smile design/makeovers, dentures, partial dentures, occlusion (bite), and temporomandibular disorders (TMJ).
Dr. Kane is a recognized leader in her field having received numerous awards and appointments and is on staff at St. Joseph Mercy hospital as the attending prosthodontist where she teaches dentistry Residents; Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor at University of Michigan dental school; volunteer committee member at the Michigan Dental Association; and President of her state specialty association, the American College of Prosthodontists, the first woman to ever hold this position. Dr. Kane was voted by her peers in Hour Detroit's annual Top Doc survey receiving Top Prosthodontist in 2021 and Top Dentist in 2022. She was awarded the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry award and inducted into the Dental Honor Society Omcron Kappa.
Dr. Peter Namou attended Brother Rice High School and attended the accelerated dental program at University of Detroit Mercy, earning his Bachelor of Science, and his Doctorate of Dental Surgery degrees in 2017. He graduated Magna Cum Laude and won multiple awards including the Pierre Fauchard Academy Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement. Dr Namou is currently on the Alumni Board of Directors. He is an active member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, American Academy of Implant Dentistry and American Academy of Facial Esthetics. Dr. Namou knew early in life that he had a passion for helping others. He has volunteered for two missions to Haiti to provide dental care to those lives who were upset by the earthquake in 2010, and hurricane Matthew in 2016. Now his dedication to helping others guides him as he works to provide patients with brighter and healthier smiles. Dr. Namou's presence will broaden the scope of services that we offer, and we know you'll enjoy his pleasant and relaxing demeanor. He looks forward to meeting you soon!!!