I graduated from the University Of North Carolina School Of Dentistry in 1979, and started my first practice shortly thereafter. From the beginning, I dedicated myself to providing a first class experience for my patients and a secure motivational atmosphere for my staff. Throughout my career, I have been dedicated to continually enhancing my clinical skills and in the mid 1980s, I became interested in placing only restorative materials that do not contain mercury (amalgam fillings). This decision began my fascination with biocompatible and biological restorations that continues to this day.

In order to practice what I consider holistic dentistry in a state-of-the-art environment, I joined the Internal Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology in 1997 and became an accredited member.