Dr Patrick Lillis earned his Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science from Marquette University and his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Creighton University School of Dentistry. He then completed a two-year Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency at the University of Missouri–Kansas City, with a strong focus on implants, cosmetic dentistry, and complex restorative care. His advanced training provided the opportunity to treat highly complex cases and collaborate with leading experts in implant and cosmetic dentistry. Dr Lillis remains actively engaged with a national network of dentists to stay at the forefront of emerging technologies and techniques.

In addition to leading a full-time private practice, Dr Lillis is a keynote speaker for several dental manufacturers and frequently lectures nationwide on dental implants and full-mouth rehabilitation. Outside of dentistry, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two children, as well as running, skiing, and golf.

Dr. Kelsie Full is a behavioral epidemiologist and an Assistant Professor in the Division of Epidemiology within the Department of Medicine. Dr. Full’s research focuses on identifying novel lifestyle strategies for healthy aging and chronic disease prevention. Dr. Full is interested in understanding the role of sleep in the development of cardiovascular disease related outcomes, including Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Dr. Full is a co-investigator with the Vanderbilt Memory and Aging Project and the Vanderbilt Alzheimer's Disease Research Center Outreach, Recruitment, and Engagement Core Leader.

Dr. Full completed her bachelor’s degree at the University of Iowa, her MPH in community health sciences from the University of Illinois at Chicago School of Public Health, and her PhD in public health with a health behavior concentration from the University of California at San Diego and San Diego State University. Dr. Full then completed a postdoctoral research fellowship at the University of Minnesota School of Public Health. She joined the Vanderbilt faculty in 2022.

• Researcher of Advanced PRF and liquid PRF technology
• Affiliated Professor in the department of Periodontology, University of Bern in Switzerland
• Masters in Cell Biology at the University
• PhD in Molecular and Cell Biology
• Doctor of Dental Surgery - Laval University in Canada
• Main research interests involve the use of growth factors used for bone and periodontal regeneration
• Author and co-author of over 350 internationally peer-reviewed scientific publications
• He has written 11 textbooks widely distributed in regenerative dentistry including his best-seller in 2021 titled "Understanding Platelet Rich Fibrin"
• Named the 2015 Young Investigator of the Year in Implant Dentistry from the International Association of Dental Research (IADR) and 2016 International Team for Implantology (ITI) Andre Schroeder Research Recipient

Dr. Jeremy Manuele, known to many as "Dr. J," is a respected orthodontist, educator, and speaker recognized for his expertise in Miniscrew-Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion (MARPE), airway-focused orthodontics, and non-surgical skeletal expansion. Based in Las Vegas, Nevada, he combines clinical excellence with a passion for innovation, research, and education to help advance the future of orthodontic care.

A graduate of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas School of Dental Medicine, Dr. Manuele completed his orthodontic residency at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center. Today, he maintains a successful private practice in Las Vegas alongside Dr. R. Cree Hamilton and serves as a part-time instructor at UNLV, where he enjoys mentoring the next generation of dental professionals.

Dr. Manuele has become a sought-after educator both nationally and internationally, teaching clinicians how to incorporate airway-focused treatment concepts, MARPE, and skeletal expansion techniques into everyday practice. To further expand access to quality education, he developed the MARPE 360 and AIRWAY 360 online courses, providing practical, evidence-based training for orthodontists and dentists interested in modern approaches to airway health and expansion therapy.

Beyond dentistry, Dr. Manuele proudly served 21.5 years in the Army National Guard, including an 18-month deployment to Ramadi, Iraq. He retired with the rank of Major in 2022, bringing the same dedication to service and leadership that has defined his professional career.

When he is not treating patients, teaching, or lecturing, Dr. Manuele enjoys spending time with his family, hiking, biking, and supporting his children's activities. His mission is to make high-quality education on airway health, skeletal expansion, and modern orthodontic treatment more accessible to clinicians around the world.

Dr. David Scharf is a board-certified periodontist and internationally acclaimed lecturer with over 30 years of experience empowering healthcare professionals to elevate their practices. Recognized as an expert in the psychology of ethical influence and its application to healthcare, and as one of a select few formally trained in this science, he translates these powerful principles into actionable strategies that elevate the patient experience, increase case acceptance, and drive measurable practice growth.

As a highly sought-after speaker, Dr. Scharf has captivated audiences worldwide with his dynamic and engaging presentation style. His programs go beyond theory, equipping attendees with practical, no-cost strategies they can immediately implement to enhance patient compliance, foster team collaboration, and achieve measurable practice growth.

Dr. Scharf has presented programs at the Academy of Periodontology, the Academy of Osseointegration, the North American Society of Periodontists, Seattle Study Clubs, New York University College of Dentistry —Department of Continuing Education, Guyana Ministry of Health, Dr. Travel Seminars, and many more

Dr. Jonathan A. Ng, BMedSc, DDS, MSc, Dip. Pros., FRCD(C) is a Certified Specialist in Prosthodontics. He earned his specialist training at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver and his Bachelor of Medical Sciences and Doctor of Dental Surgery degrees at the University of Alberta.

Following completion of a general practice residency, he continued at the University of Alberta Hospital as a staff dentist treating medically compromised patients in a clinical and operating room setting. He also managed a rural practice in Elk Point, Alberta. Dr. Ng is currently an Assistant Clinical Professor at the UBC Department of Dentistry and is also on staff as a clinical Prosthodontist at the BC Cancer Agency in Vancouver delivering multifaceted prosthodontic care and oral and facial rehabilitation to medically complex patients.

Dr. Ng’s private practice is on West Broadway in Vancouver, Canada. He focuses his private practice on esthetic and functional reconstruction ranging from the single tooth situation to complex prosthodontics. His practice includes the surgical placement and restoration of dental implants. He has a passion for the area of digital dentistry such as digital impressions and the digital workflow and has been invited to speak both nationally and internationally on these topics. He has published articles on the subject area.

Dr. Ng has been involved in international aid missions with a strong desire to help those in underdeveloped countries. When not practicing dentistry, he enjoys photography, playing the guitar and snowboarding.

Dr. Eric Rindler received his DDS from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio Texas, his Certificate in Periodontics from the University of Missouri, Kansas City School of Dentistry, and his MBA from Texas McCombs School of Business. He is founder and CEO of Intelibly, has held the position of Associate Professor at UTSHCSA in General Dentistry and has served as a Guest Instructor at the Kois Center in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Rindler maintains a private practice Limited to Periodontics and Dental Implants in San Antonio, Texas.

Dr. Awab Abdulmajeed Sulaiman is a tenured Revere Associate Professor at the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Dentistry. He earned his DDS from Ajman University, UAE and MS in Operative Dentistry and Biomaterials from UNC-Chapel Hill, and a PhD in Prosthetic Dentistry and Biomaterials Science from the University of Turku, Finland.

He is a Fellow of the International College of Dentists, Dr. Sulaiman directs VCU’s International Dentist Program, Digital Dentistry Clinic, and Advanced Restorative and Digital Dentistry course. His teaching focuses on restorative, esthetic, and digital dentistry.

Dr. Sulaiman is an active contributor to research and organized dentistry, he has published over 15 peer-reviewed articles and received multiple awards, including the ACD Outstanding Faculty Award (2021) and the VCU Dean’s Faculty Excellence Award (2023).

Dr. Richard Schwartz graduated from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry in 1977. He spent 19 years as a restorative dentist before pursuing post-graduate training in endodontics. Early in his career, Dr. Schwartz completed a two-year general dentistry residency while serving in the U.S. Air Force. Following that, he balanced private practice, teaching, and dental materials research before entering endodontic training in 1996.

Dr. Schwartz has authored over 100 articles and abstracts in scientific journals and has been a cover author for three editions of “Fundamentals of Operative Dentistry” by Quintessence Publishing Co. He is also the first author of “Best Practices in Endodontics” and a cover author of “Advanced Cone Beam Computed Tomography for Endodontics.” His expertise has taken him around the globe, having lectured extensively across the U.S. and in 21 other countries.

In addition to his clinical and academic contributions, Dr. Schwartz has lectured 13 times at the American Association of Endodontists (AAE) national meeting. He was a founding member of the International Association of Endodontics (IAE) and served as its first secretary/treasurer. Dr. Schwartz is also a member of the American Dental Association (ADA) and the International Association of Dental Specialists (iADS), where he sits on the board. Dr. Schwartz and his wife Jeannette are shown with their grandchildren.

TX Top Docs Approves Dr. Richard S. Schwartz of Endodontic Consultants of San Antonio For 2026

Dr. Richard S. Schwartz has been reviewed and approved by TX Top Docs for 2026. For Dr. Schwartz, excellence in dentistry has always been driven by curiosity, lifelong learning, and a commitment to helping patients receive the highest level of care. With decades of experience spanning restorative dentistry, endodontics, education, and research, Dr. Schwartz has built a distinguished career grounded in both clinical expertise and innovation.

Dr. Safa Tahmasebi received a Bachelor of Science in Biology degree from St. John’s University at Queens New York in 2005.

He attained his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine in 2009. After finishing his general practice residency fellowship at the Montefiore Medical Center in Bronx, NY in 2010, he went on to complete his advanced education program with a master of science in Prosthodontics at the West Virginia University School of Dentistry in 2013 where he also served as an adjunct clinical instructor to the undergraduate program.

In 2013, Dr. Tahmasebi joined the SameDay Dental Implants Branemark Osseointegration Center in Dubai, UAE as a clinical director specializing in full mouth implant rehabilitation and smile reconstruction.

Dr. Tahmasebi began speaking to audiences in 2013 and continues to lecture at major conferences in the United States and internationally on full mouth implant rehabilitation protocols. In 2019, Dr. Tahmasebi returned to the United States and joined the Metro-Charlotte Clear Choice Dental Implant Center as a key member of the team specializing in immediate loading protocols and full mouth implant rehabilitation. Currently Dr Tahmasebi limits his Jacksonville, Florida practice to surgical and prosthetic treatment for immediate fixed full mouth implant supported reconstruction cases.