Contributors

December 1, 2009
Michael DiTolla, DDS, FAGD

Dr. Michael DiTolla is a graduate of the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, and he is a fellow of the AGD. After working in private practice for 15 years, he became director of clinical education and research at Glidewell, where he gained an intimate knowledge of U.S. dentists’ crown & bridge habits. From 2006 to 2009, Dr. DiTolla led the clinical team at Glidewell that developed and brought BruxZir® Zirconia to market. In 2011, he received the “Most Effective Dentist Educator” award in a nationwide survey of dentists. Four years later, he became the director of clinical affairs at Dentsply Sirona, and in 2017 he was named the vice president of clinical affairs and communications at AEGIS Communications. Dr. DiTolla has given over 1,000 lectures to dentists worldwide, and his online videos have been viewed more than 10 million times by clinicians.

Gary Kadi

Gary Kadi is an author who challenges, a speaker who inspires, and an innovator in dental practice management. For the past 15 years, Gary has served as an advisor to dental team leaders around the world and is a recognized authority on leadership, management, organizational transformation and performance. Gary is the founder of NextLevel Practice, the primary mission of which is to profoundly and measurably enhance the quality of life for dentists, team members and the patients they serve. During his career he has appeared on CNN for three consecutive years reporting on how businesses can thrive in crisis, and written two books: “Million Dollar Dentistry” and “Raise Your HDL: Healthy Deserve Level.” If you’d like to learn more about Gary’s books, resources or live event information, visit garykadi.com, call 866-926-0914 or email gary@garykadi.com.

Ellis J. Neiburger, DDS
Ellis J. Neiburger, DDS

Dr. Ellis “Skip” Neiburger graduated from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry in 1968, where he did postgraduate work on pulp histology in the department of oral pathology. Dr. Neiburger currently practices general dentistry in Waukegan, Illinois. A former vice president of the American Association of Forensic Dentists, Dr. Neiburger has been the association’s journal editor since 1978. He also was publisher/editor for Dental Computer Newsletter (the journal that introduced computing to the dental field). Contact him at 847-244-0292 or eneiburger@comcast.net.

Frank Spear, DDS, MSD
Frank Spear, DDS, MSD

Dr. Frank Spear is one of the premier educators in esthetic and restorative dentistry in the world today. He earned his dental degree and an MSD in periodontal prosthodontics from the University of Washington. Dr. Spear is an affiliate professor in graduate prosthodontics at the University of Washington and maintains a private practice in Seattle limited to esthetics and fixed prosthodontics. He is also founder and director of Spear Education. Dr. Spear has received the Christensen Award for Excellence in Restorative Education, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Achievement Award, the Saul Schluger Memorial Award for Excellence in Diagnosis and Treatment Planning, and the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry President’s Award for Excellence in Dental Education. To learn more about Dr. Spear or Spear Education, visit speareducation.com or call 866-781-0072.

William C. Strupp Jr., DDS, FAACD
Bill C. Strupp, DDS

Dr. Bill Strupp is a practicing dentist best known for his vast knowledge of comprehensive cosmetic and restorative dentistry. He lectures nationally and internationally to thousands of dentists each year, and has been published in many prominent dental publications. Dr. Strupp also publishes the newsletter “Crown & Bridge UPDATE,” which is aimed at educating practitioners in better dentistry. An AACD Accredited Fellow, Dr. Strupp continually evaluates and applies clinically relevant research to the day-to-day practice of crown & bridge dentistry. His teachings center on his 43 years in private practice, from which he’s been regarded as “the dentist’s dentist.” Contact him at 800-235-2515, via email at bill@strupp.com or by visiting strupp.com.