Education & Continuing Education
Omaha Orthodontics’ patients have access to the most highly trained and certified orthodontists in the field. After I earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Biology from the University of Utah, I went on to Creighton University School of Dentistry for my Doctorate in Dental Surgery. My extensive education and training also include a general practice residency at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, an Oral Surgery Internship at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dentistry, and a Master of Science Degree in Orthodontics from Indiana University School of Dentistry.
I am strongly committed to continuing education to ensure all my patients receive the highest possible quality orthodontic treatments. My considerable training in the most recent advances in orthodontic technology delivers the most comfortable, efficient treatments available.
My strong knowledge of my profession keeps Omaha Orthodontics at the forefront of cutting-edge treatments in the field of orthodontics.
In addition to my formal training and continuing education, I went through the rigorous process to become a Board-Certified orthodontist. Only one in three orthodontists is certified; it is a voluntary certification that requires the specialist to pass a written exam and have the quality of his or her treatment results evaluated by the American Board of Orthodontics. I want the best for my patients, so achieving this level of certification was a no-brainer!
Professional Affiliations
- American Association of Orthodontists
- American Dental Association
- Nebraska Dental Association
- Past President of the Nebraska Society of Orthodontics
- Omaha District Dental Society
- Past President of the Omaha Orthodontic Study Club
- The American Board of Orthodontics
What it Means to Be Board-Certified
ABO Board Certification is a voluntary credential that represents an orthodontist’s personal and public commitment to the standards of specialty practice and lifelong learning. The ABO Certification process requires the completion of peer-developed, externally validated written and clinical examinations. A Board-Certified orthodontist has reached this level of achievement by pursuing additional voluntary education and ongoing self-assessment.
Board Certification is confirmation of an orthodontist’s personal commitment to providing lifelong quality patient care.
The American Board of Orthodontics is the only orthodontic specialty board recognized by the American Dental Association and the American Association of Orthodontists.
These professional affiliations enable me to stay current with all the latest trends, techniques, and technologies within my specialty and allow me to interact with my colleagues for the collective benefit of all patients’ care.
At Home
While I’m originally from Salt Lake City, my wife Nichole and I love being a part of the Omaha, NE community. Together we have six children: Hannah, Gracie, Joshua, Sophia, William, and Josie. We are also thrilled to welcome our grandchildren to our growing family! As a family we enjoy spending time boating, hiking, camping, and traveling together. Outside of the office, I continue my active role in the local community, adding to my prior volunteer experience with the Boy Scouts, Little League, and overseas missionary work.
