I was born in “da Bronx” and grew up on Long Island.  I’ve always preferred to be called by my childhood nickname, “Buzz.”

After graduating from Binghamton University in 1969 and the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in 1973, I served as a dentist in the U.S. Navy in Washington, D.C. for two years.

I consider myself a lucky person; I have three close friendships of 40 years or more, and I’m married to my best friend, Wendy.  From my parents, I received a love of knowledge.

I spend many hours in continuing education, adding new ideas and techniques to my practice.  I’m proud to be a member of Crown Council, a group of over 1000 outstanding dental practices dedicated to clinical excellence, communication skills, and helping the community.  Since 1998 our office has raised over $65,000 for local and national charities.

I have many mentors through the Internet Dental Forum, a source of world-wide, up-to-date information on dentistry.  In 2002 I lectured to this group on pain relief techniques in dentistry.

Wendy and I have twin sons.  My hobbies include singing, woodworking, fishing, cooking, and gardening.  I enjoy bad puns.

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