An adhesive design concept: the inverse injection composite layering technique

Assistant Clinical Professor in the Department of Restorative Dentistry and Biomaterials at the University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston, Texas. Accredited Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD). One of the world's most respected authorities on composite resin restorations and aesthetic dentistry. Maintains private practice in Houston, Texas.

Over 48 years of combined clinical, teaching, and research experience since graduating in 1978. Expert in direct composite resin restorations, flowable composite techniques, injectable composite layering methods, inverse injection composite technique for anterior veneers, composite provisional restorations, natural tooth morphology and aesthetics, and comprehensive aesthetic rehabilitation. Pioneer in developing innovative composite techniques that have revolutionized direct aesthetic dentistry worldwide. Known for creating predictable protocols achieving exceptional natural-looking composite restorations.

Author of the influential textbook "Natural Aesthetics with Composite Resin" (Montage Media Corporation, 2004), considered a masterwork teaching fundamental principles of natural tooth aesthetics and direct composite stratification. Author of over 230 articles published in numerous languages on various topics in aesthetic dentistry including composite materials, bonding techniques, provisional restoration fabrication, and aesthetic principles. Recipient of Gold Medal from American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry for Indirect Restorations Category (2005). International lecturer presenting extensively throughout United States and worldwide on topics including direct composite bonding techniques, flowable composite applications, composite provisional fabrication, and comprehensive aesthetic treatment planning. Hands-on instructor teaching systematic protocols for creating natural polychromatic composite restorations. Consultant and clinical research evaluator for multiple dental manufacturers in new product development and refinement. His innovative techniques including the inverse injection composite layering method have influenced generations of dentists worldwide.

DDS from University of Texas Health Science Center – Houston Dental Branch (1978).