Dr. Lisa Fox is a mother of four children and, with her husband Brian, enjoys raising their children in beautiful Colorado. Dr. Fox grew up in Clearwater, Florida and is the third of seven children in her family. She received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree from St. Mary's College, Notre Dame in 1986. She practiced nursing as an RN in a pediatric ICU at Egleston Hospital for Children at Emory University before pursuing her dental degree. Dr. Fox received her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the University of Texas, Houston Health Science Center in 1996. Among the many awards and honors she has received is election into the Dental Honor Society in 1996. After practicing general dentistry and participating in dental research for three years, Dr. Fox returned to the University of Texas, Houston-Hermann Hospital for her Pediatric Dentistry advanced training residency. She received her certificate in Pediatric Dentistry in 2001 and is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry (Board Certified). Her unique education and experience enables Dr. Fox to provide outstanding care for infants, children and adolescents in a family-friendly environment.
Dr. James R. Norwood received his Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree in 1972 from Baylor University in Dallas, Texas. He continued his education at Baylor and completed his Pediatric Dental Residency in 1974. Dr. Norwood has practiced in the Highlands Ranch community since 1975. Dr. Norwood is very active in organized dentistry, including the Metropolitan Denver Dental Society and the Southwestern Society of Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Norwood has devoted his career to the care and treatment of children's dental health and values the trusting relationships he has built with his patients and their families. Dr. Norwood, when not spending time with his three children and six grandchildren, is an avid hunter, fisherman and skier.
Dr. Patrick T. Wilson was raised in Centennial, and attended Kent Denver School. He then graduated Haverford College in 1998 with a Bachelor of Science in biology. In Boston he trained to be a dentist at Tufts University and met his wife and classmate, Kate Wilson. After graduating with a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree in 2002, Pat and Kate entered the Army and departed for Germany. There they traveled, skied, entertained visiting family, and completed a one year residency in Advanced General Dentistry. Patrick spent one of his military years in Iraq as part of the 464th Medical Company, serving the dental needs of soldiers and coalition forces. Completing the application process online from his clinic in Iraq, Patrick eventually matched to the pediatric dental residency at The Children's Hospital in Denver. After fulfilling all the requirements and testing for Board Certification, he is now Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
DDS vs DMD: Is There a Difference?
Have you noticed that Dr. Fox, Dr. Wilson and Dr. Norwood have different letters behind their names? These abbreviations represent different degrees from different dental schools.
"What’s the difference?"
The fact is, there is no difference. The requirements for both the DDS and DMD degrees are exactly the same, and to become an accredited professional, a student in either program must successfully complete the same test: the National Board Dental Examinations, Parts I and II. In addition, residents of both programs must pass either a regional or state dental board examination as well as a state ethics exam before practicing dentistry in your state.
Dr. Lisa Fox obtained a DDS degree, awarded by University of Texas, Dr. Patrick Wilson obtained a DMD degree awarded by Tufts University and Dr. James Norwood obtained a DDS degree, awarded by Baylor University.