What can you tell us about your background?
I was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, and went to the University of Michigan for Mechanical Engineering and Dental School. I did the Indian Health Service for 2 years and GPR at the University of Minnesota. I completed my endodontic residency at the University of Connecticut. My endodontic practice is in Albuquerque, New Mexico. I started EdgeEndo to allow endodontists and dentists to use the best Endodontic NiTi rotary files at half the price to save them $10k, $20k, $30k, or more per year because I know how expensive NiTi rotary files can be. If this amount is invested over 20 years, it could be worth over $2 million — yes, $2 million or more!
When did you become a specialist, and why did you decide to focus on endodontics?
It’s what I did best in Dental School.
Is your practice limited solely to endodontics or do you practice other types of dentistry?
My practice is limited to endodontics.
Do your patients come through referrals?
Yes.
How long have you been practicing endodontics, and what systems do you use?
I have been practicing for 20 years, and I use my EdgeEndo system.
Who has inspired you?
I have been inspired by Drs. John McSpadden, Ben Johnson, Stephen Buchanan, Cliff Ruddle, and George Goodis.
What is the most satisfying aspect of your practice?
It is very satisfying to treat patients with extreme patience, kindness, and understanding.
Professionally, what are you most proud of?
Creating EdgeEndo for my profession.
What do you think is unique about your practice?
Besides treating patients, I own Edge-Endo, an endodontic rotary file company and design the products that save endodontists $10,000 to $30,000 per year.
What has been your biggest challenge?
Boy, this is going to sound like something off of an inspirational calendar, but it’s true! There are no challenges, only opportunities to grow. When things get to feel like a challenge, flip the script to it being an opportunity.
What would you have been if you had not become a dentist?
I would have used my Mechanical Engineering background in the aerospace industry.
What is the future of endodontics and dentistry?
The future is amazing as long as we watch our expenses; hence, my inspiration for EdgeEndo.
What are your top tips for maintaining a successful specialty practice? Do you have advice for budding endodontists?
Treat patients with extreme patience, kindness, and understanding. Also visit all the dentists’ offices in your area every 2 months, talk to the front office staff, and bring candy.
What are your hobbies, and what do you do in your spare time?
I hang out with the family and run the dogs in the mountains.
Top 10 favorites
1. Wife
2. Kids
3. Dogs
4. Cats
5. Running
6. Lifting
7. Eating right
8. Eating wrong
9. Emotionally growing
10. Being more grateful for everything
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