Dr. Dick Barnes’ Curriculum Vitae
Dr. Dick Barnes is the world leader in practice development for today’s cosmetic practice. A graduate of Brigham Young University & Marquette School of Dentistry, he began his general dentistry practice in Rialto, California. He was practicing dentistry ahead of his time by developing a family practice into a cosmetic crown-and-bridge practice. As his practice, skills and reputation grew, he became known as one of the world leaders in dentistry. Dr. Barnes has taught at Loma Linda and the University of Southern California schools of dentistry.
By 1977, Dr. Dick Barnes was receiving hundreds of speaking invitations both nationally and internationally and has now had numerous articles published in leading professional publications. His down-to-earth lectures and articles are his own proven strategies and principles for creating a successful cosmetic dental practice and are taught to groups throughout the world. Invitations have included, but are not limited to: American Dental Association, American Academy of General Dentistry, Australian Dental Reporter, Canadian Dental Association, Danish Dental Association, FDI World Dental Congress, Icelandic Dental Association, New Zealand Dental Association; as well as numerous local and international dental societies and study groups.
Now, in conjunction with Arrowhead Dental Laboratory and a group of dental professionals, Dr. Barnes is teaching his dental, business and success techniques at workshops and over-the-shoulder clinical seminars throughout the world.
As one of the founding members of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Dr. Barnes is dedicated to excellence in the art and science of Cosmetic Dentistry in accordance with the highest standards, ethics and principles upon which this organization was founded in 1985. His affiliations also include membership in Alberta Dental Association (Canada), the California Dental Association, Newport Harbor Academy of Dentistry and the Foundation for Denture Research.