John Fraone, DMD, MS is a pediatric dentist and has been treating children, adolescents, and patients with special needs for over 25 years. He has been engaged in private practice in the greater Boston area and south coast of Massachusetts. He received his dental degree at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine and post graduate training in pediatric dentistry and Master of Science at the Ohio State University/Nationwide Children’s Hospital. He is currently pursuing a master’s in public health at The University of Massachusetts. His research has included studies on pediatric oral sedation and oral trauma. He is currently interested in healthcare delivery to the underserved and the medical approach to the treatment of dental decay. He is an active member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. He is also the past president of the Massachusetts Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and has served on the executive board for many years. Dr. Fraone maintains privileges at Franciscan Hospital for Children, where he treats patients requiring general anesthesia.

Diane Peterson, RDH is an academic relations manager for Colgate Oral Pharmaceuticals. In this role Diane provides evidence-based educational presentations to dental professionals as well as works with Colgate's digital continuing education platform (Colgate Oral Health Network). Prior to joining Colgate Diane has had many roles in the profession from clinician, advocate, researcher and educator. Each role helped shape the dental professional she has become today. She is an active member of ADHA, ADEA, and the Sigma Phi Alpha Dental Hygiene Honor Society.