Our Distinguished Faculty Includes…

David S. Hornbrook, DDS, FAACD, Director of P.A.C.-live David graduated from University of California at Los Angeles School of Dentistry in 1986. He has been a pioneer in live-patient, hands-on treatment programs and has mentored clinicians throughout North America in live-patient programs. He has been a consultant for numerous dental manufacturers and has been responsible for the development and refinement of countless procedures used daily in clinical dentistry. Examples of these procedures are the Fiber-reinforced post and core, Anterior two-component resin-bonded bridge, Luxatemp Veneer Provisional technique, and “2 x 2” speed bonding for porcelain veneers. In his spare time, he enjoys water skiing, riding his motorcycle, surfing, and spending time with his wife, Tricia, and two sons, Phoenix and Brighton.

Michael Kozarski, DDS, Co-Director of P.A.C.-live Mike acquired his DDS degree from University of Washington in 1989. He received the Alpha-Omega award for graduating first in his class, and is an honorary member of the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Society. Mike has been involved in live-patient treatment programs for the past two years. He has been both an instructor and a director, and maintains a thriving practice devoted to aesthetic dentistry in Woodinville, WA. He is published in many of the leading dental journals, and is considered by many to be the rising star in aesthetic education, both a lecturer and author. In his spare time, he enjoys his lovely wife, Cathy, and his two sons, Corey and Christian. Mike is also an avid golfer.

William M. Dorfman, DDS, FAACD, Program Coordinator of P.A.C.-live Bill Dorfman graduated from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in 1983. He then went on to complete a two-year residency at the Policlinique Dentaire in Lausanne, Switzerland. Upon his return, he established an aesthetic and general practice in the Beverly Hills, California area. He is the author of the Smile Guide and has written numerous articles. In 1990, he founded Discus Dental, Inc., and now spends his time practicing dentistry, working at Discus Dental, lecturing, and instructing at P.A.C.-live. He enjoys water and snow skiing, working out, spending time with his beautiful wife Evelyn, and his three daughters, the twins Charlie and Georgie, and Anna.

Derric DesMarteau, DDS Derric received his DDS from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in 1980. He is in both the Omicron Kappa Upsilon honorary society, and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. He is a former instructor of fixed prosthodontics at the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry. As a graduate of numerous aesthetic courses, Derric focuses his Piedmont, California practice solely on cosmetic dentistry. When he is not improving the smiles of his patients, he spends his time as the team dentist to the Oakland Raiders and the Golden State Warriors!

Rod Gore, DDS Rod Gore graduated from Northwestern University in 1987. He received his accreditation from the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry in 1995, and then founded the Scottsdale Center for Cosmetic Dentistry. Rod has enjoyed instructing in hands-on, live patient courses for nearly 2 years now. He is married to Rebecca and they have a daughter and a son. In his free time he enjoys water-skiing, golfing, running, and playing with his kids.

Joseph Harris, DDS Joseph Harris graduated from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in 1979, and owns a large aesthetic-based practice in Phoenix, Arizona. He has been involved with aesthetic courses for over three years, and believes that this endeavor may truly change the future of dentistry. Joe’s first love and priority is his family. His wife, Marcene, and four sons, enjoy sharing time in all outdoor pursuits, including boating, camping, fishing, and golf. Two of his sons are soon to pursue dental careers.

James Hastings, DDS Jim graduated from the Indiana University School of Dentistry more years ago than he is willing to admit. He has been involved in hands-on teaching since 1994. In addition to his love of cosmetic dentistry, ask him about flying, skydiving, backpacking, or his new adventures in surfing. He is an accredited member of the AACD, and is currently practicing in Sacramento, California.

Robert Hughes, DDS Bob graduated from Marquette School of Dentistry in 1979. He worked in a group practice for five years and in 1985 he began his own practice in Everett, Washington, his current residence. His dedication to dentistry is evident, as he obtains 100+ continuation hours annually, with an emphasis on cosmetic and rehabilitative dentistry. He has lectured and instructed in many hands-on courses and also directs a dental assisting school through his practice. He is a member of the American Academy of General Dentistry, American Dental Association, AACS, and the Washington State Dental Association.

Edward Lowe, DDS Ed obtained his dental degree at the University of British Columbia in 1986. He established and directs the West End Dental Centre, an exclusively aesthetic and restorative dental practice in downtown Vancouver, Canada. Ed has taken, and continues to take, numerous continuing education courses in aesthetic dentistry and updates his knowledge of materials and applications by constantly reviewing current literature. He genuinely enjoys sharing his vast knowledge of dentistry and helping others find passion in their profession. Ed and his wife, Sharon, live in a large igloo with their sled dogs in beautiful North Vancouver. Outside of dentistry, he enjoys soccer, music, cooking, golf (he is a scratch golfer), and his beautiful daughter, Sienna.

Robert Maher, DDS Bob Maher is a 1970 graduate of the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry, where he was president of his senior class. After graduation, he spent two years in the army and was stationed at the Pentagon. He has attended and instructed at countless post-graduate programs in aesthetic dentistry. He served for seventeen years as a member of the Contra Costa Peer review committee. For three years, he was its chairman and was recognized as Peer review chairman of the year in 1997 for the 43 component state dental association. He and his wife, Dorothy, have numerous interests outside of dentistry ranging from teaching high performance driving for BMW, gardening, car racing, photography, skiing, and backpacking. He recently sold his practice in Northern California and started a new practice in Palm Desert.

Robert N. Marshall, DMD Bob Marshall graduated from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts in 1979. He has been providing state-of-the-art care in New Hampshire for seventeen years. Bob has gained valuable experience as a clinical instructor for various continuing education programs. He and his wife, Martha, enjoy their children, as well as the outdoors.

David Mawyer, DDS After graduating from the University of Tennessee in 1977, Dave and his wife, Robbie, relocated to Montana, which enables them to pursue outdoor activities and still practice dentistry. His practice has become state-of-the-art and focuses on aesthetic dentistry. Dave has been involved in hands-on, live-patient programs since 1996, in both aesthetics and lasers. He wants to help others find the same level of satisfaction from dentistry that he has. In his spare time, Dave coaches youth sports. He also enjoys Montana’s outdoors by kayaking, hiking, fishing, hunting, and snowboarding,s with Robbie and their three sons.

Brian McKay, DDS Brian graduated from the University of Southern California School of Dentistry in 1980. After returning to his native Seattle, he founded and managed a 14 chair, fee-for-service, multi-specialty group practice. In January 1997, he decided to sell the practice and open an aesthetic based, state-of-the-art practice, overlooking downtown Seattle. Brian has been involved in teaching live-patient hands-on courses for two years, and receives great satisfaction by helping others truly enjoy dentistry. His lovely wife Debi and he have three children, Tim, Kelli, and Scott. Brian is an avid golfer and a wild-eyed skier.

Mark Montgomery, DMD Mark Montgomery is from Salem, Oregon. Prior to dental school, he was a YMCA aquatic director, commercial fisherman, and zoology major at Oregon State University. He is a graduate of the Oregon Health Science University School of Dentistry. Mark enjoys philosophy, theater, and writing poetry. His favorite activities include tennis, golf, and snow skiing, especially with his two sons, ages 9 and 11. Mark has studied extensively in the areas of TMJ, orthodontics, and occlusion-based esthetic dentistry. He has had a restorative practice in Salem since 1980.

Ronald G. Ritsco, D.M.D., M.S. Dr. Ronald Ritsco received his DMD from the University of Saskatchewan, Canada in 1993. Following graduation he was in full time private practice before entering into a three-year graduate program in Prosthodontics at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, Texas. He completed his Certificate in Prosthodontics and a Masters of Science in Prosthodontics from the School of Biomedical Graduate Sciences in 1996. Most recently, he was an Associate Professor in the Department of Prosthodontics at the University of Saskatchewan where he also served as the Director of Implant Prosthodonitcs. Currently, Dr. Ritsco is the Director of Scientific and Professional Services for Ivoclar North America. His primary responsibility is to manage and carry out extramural clinical research projects, create technical documentation of current and new technology, and is involved in teaching in the Ivoclar Education Department. Dr. Ritsco is the author and co-author of several scientific publications and has been awarded multiple scientific and clinical achievement awards. He has lectured nationally, internationally and is currently a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, American College of Prosthodonitcs, International College of Prosthodontics, American Academy of Implantology, and the American Academy of Dental Materials.

John Roberts, DDS John graduated as a member of Tau Kappa Upsilon Honor Fraternity at the University of the Pacific in 1995. Before joining his dad in the family practice, he volunteered in a clinic in Nepal to experience third world dentistry. Guided by his brother, Matt Roberts, John became involved in live-patient, hands-on courses, and has enjoyed the opportunities given to him and his practice by the AACD ever since. John spends his spare time kayaking, golfing, skiing, and likes to play hockey.

Brad Salter, DDS After a 5 year career as a physical therapist at a Dallas Sports Medicine Facility, Brad Salter decided to go to the Baylor College of Dentistry. He graduated in 1986. He then built a family practice in Rockwell, Texas, a suburb of Dallas. In 1995, Brad began his training in aesthetic dentistry and eventually became an instructor. He is excited about helping others find as much pleasure through an aesthetic-based practice as he has. Brad is a former nationally ranked competitive power lifter. He and his wife, Paula, have three children. They love spending time together with their horses, and they enjoy traveling, especially to the beach.

Paul Thompson, DDS Paul Thompson is a 1979 graduate of Loyola University in Chicago. Since that time, he has been practicing in Manchester, New Hampshire. His initial years in practice were limited to living in fear of insurance companies, and trying to provide quality care, in spite of them. Five years ago, he decided to follow the road less traveled by becoming an insurance-free, aesthetic, state-of-the-art dentist. Paul has been involved in live-patient, hands-on courses for over two years. In his spare time, he enjoys golf, bicycling, skiing, cold beer, and the Boston Red Sox (not necessarily in that order). He is very grateful to his wife, Amy, and his three sons, Brian, David, and Patrick for allowing him the opportunity to participate in P.A.C. ~ live.

Dennis J. Wells, DDS Dennis graduated from the University of Tennessee Dental School in 1983. He is accredited with the AACD and currently is president of the Tennessee Chapter of the AACD. In addition, he is an examiner for the AACD accreditation process. Dennis maintains a private practice in Nashville limited to aesthetic-restorative dentistry. His practice includes many celebrities and entertainers in the country music field. In his spare time he enjoys music, water skiing, and motorcycles.

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