Larry Williams, DDS, MPH spent 30 years in the United States Navy where he served as a member of the Navy Dental Corps. During this time, he completed two residency programs and served in many positions such as AEGD Director, Public Health Emergency Officer for FEMA Region 5, and various faculty positions at both medical and dental schools. After retirement he joined the faculty at Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine-Illinois where he currently serves as an Associate Professor. He currently develops curriculum and mentors first and second year dental students in their preclinical studies. In 2017 Dr. Williams received his Master of Public Health and continues to research and develop various public health areas. He is a member of the American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, and holds board certified status in the American Board of General Dentistry. Dr. Williams is also a Fellow in the American College of Dentists, International College of Dentists, Pierre Fauchard Academy, and Academy of Dentistry International. His lectures include numerous national and international venues on a variety of topics. He has no conflicts of interest to report.