Dr. Christian Bennerman is a proud native of Miami, FL. After high school, he pursued his undergraduate studies at Tennessee State University in Nashville, earning a degree in chemistry. His passion for dentistry led him to Meharry Medical College’s School of Dentistry, where he discovered his calling in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
Following dental school, Dr. Bennerman completed a General Practice Residency at Meharry before being accepted into the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Residency program. Under the mentorship of Dr. C. Ray Bennett, Dr. Charles Williams, and other distinguished professionals, he trained extensively at Nashville General Hospital, Nashville Memorial Hospital, the Murfreesboro VA, and the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville. He successfully completed his residency in 2005.
After graduation, Dr. Bennerman served as the Oral Surgery Dental Clinic Director at Meharry Medical College, where he also contributed to the Admissions Committee. Passionate about mentoring future dental professionals, he founded a program at Meharry designed to engage students interested in oral surgery, providing them with valuable hands-on experience and the opportunity to shadow surgery residents. Over the years, he has delivered numerous lectures and remains dedicated to guiding and supporting young doctors in their careers.
Outside of his professional life, Dr. Bennerman cherishes time with his wife and son, who is an avid basketball player committed to playing at Northwestern University. He enjoys family movie nights, fishing, and quiet evenings spent with his loved ones.