In 2000, she retrained in advanced techniques for endodontics. By 2006, Dr. Brenner completed her surgical training for placing Astra Tech implants. She then began training in Advanced Laser Dentistry, Microscopic Dentistry, and Conscious Sedation, completing this along with Advanced Conscious Sedation training in 2009. Additionally, Dr. Brenner is a certified health counselor, receiving her education through New York State University’s Institute for Integrative Nutrition, and is recognized as a Holistic Health Practitioner. Recently, Dr. Brenner became certified in DTR, which treats facial pain, migraines, vertigo, locking and popping jaws, and more.
Dr. Brenner is an active member of prestigious professional organizations including the American Dental Association, Connecticut State Dental Association, (where she is currently on the Board of Governors as Treasurer), Academy of General Dentistry, The American Society of Dentistry for Children, Bristol Dental Society (where she is a past President), and the Chamber of Commerce (where she has been a past President). She is an honorary member of the Pierre Fauchard Academy and the International College of Dentistry. She has participated in the Mission of Mercy and has sat in leadership positions with State of Connecticut Department of Social Services to help those who are underserved.
Dr. Brenner has been published in Cancer Research and has been selected for Who’s Who of Young Americans and Business Leaders. She was also selected as a Top Dentist by the Connecticut Magazine in 2009 and as America’s Best Dentist in 2013, 2016 and 2017. She has taught through Bristol Hospital Lamaze program and been chairman for Children’s Dental Health Month on more than one occasion. Dr. Brenner has been a part of the 1997 New Dean Search Committee for the University of Connecticut’s School of Dental Medicine.
When she is not caring for her patients, Dr. Brenner enjoys many hobbies such as painting with water color and oils, gardening, cooking, and spending time with friends, family, and her beloved animals.