Dr Greg Prior

Dr. Greg Prior's passion for dentistry stems from a childhood injury that caused him restricted jaw movement and muscle pain. He attended the Ohio State College of Dentistry, graduating in 1976. After establishing his practice in Columbus, Montana, he honed his craft and advanced his education in TMJ and Functional Jaw Orthopedics. In 2000, he relocated to Florida. Dr. Prior is known for his compassionate approach, influenced by his early experiences with pain. He believes in a partnership with patients, focusing on optimizing their current dental state and preserving natural teeth. He has an ongoing commitment to continuing education, learning the latest techniques and technologies. Dr. Prior has authored a book for other dentists, detailing his Painless Shot Technique, and is a public speaker on topics including occlusion, orthopedic orthodontia, and optimizing airways. He is also an inventor, holding US and European patents, and co-designed The Garry-Prior Appliance for sleep apnea with Dr. Jim Garry. He is a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), the Upper Pinellas County Dental Association, the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), the ACDSM, and the International College of Craniomandibular Orthopedics (ICCMO).