Meet our Faculty
Dr. Larry J. Oesterle
Professor and Chair
Dr. Larry Oesterle has more than 40 years experience in dentistry and orthodontics, and teaching. Dr. Oesterle attended the University of Northern Iowa (BA Degree) as an undergraduate before entering the University of Iowa, College of Dentistry (DDS degree). He completed a general practice internship at the Wilford Hall USAF Medical Center, Lackland AFB, Texas. He then returned to the University of Iowa for his Orthodontic Residency and earned his MS and Certificate in Orthodontics. Dr. Oesterle is a diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics.
Dr. Oesterle has recieved numerous honors and awards for his achievements in orthodontics, and education dentistry. He has been widely published for the important research contributions he has made to the field and continues in that tradition today as Professor and Chair of the Department of Orthodontics. Dr. Oesterle serves as a Reviewer on several editorial boards of journals and consultant to several colorado hospitals and organizations.
Professional affiliations
- American Dental Education Association
- College of Diplomats of the American Board of Orthodontics
- Diplomat of the American Board of Orthodontics
- American and Colorado Association of Orthodontists
- American Dental Association
- Rocky Mountain Society of Orthodontists
Dr. John Doris
Associate Professor in the Department of Orthodontics
Education
- Emory University Atlanta, 1961-1964, Pre-Dental undergraduate program
- he attended Emory University School of Dentistry,1967 - Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)
- University Of Louisville School of Dentistry, 1975-1977 - Certificate in Orthodontics.
Professional affiliations
- Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics
- American Dental Association
- Georgia Dental Association
- American Association of Orthodontist
- College of Diplomates of the American Board of Orthodontics
- World Orthodontic Association
- Delta Sigma Delta Dental Fraternity
- Foundation of Orthodontic Research
- Delegate Representing Georgia
- Seattle Study Club
- Southern Association of Orthodontists
- Georgia Association of Orthodontists
Clinical interests
Correction of Mutilated Deep Bite malocclusion using combination of Orthodontics and fixed prosthetics, control of Dental decalcification, case study of Open Bite correction Using a combination of orthodontics and fixed prosthetics, diagnosis and treatment using bioprogressive mechanics, diagnosis of TMJ dysfunction using a 20 degree oblique quint laminagraph x-ray film, biometric study of tooth size and dental crowding.
Research interests
TMJ Dysfunction
Experience in patient care
Dr. Doris started his clinical career in the US
Ricky E. Harrell, DMD
Associate Professor C/T and Director of Clinical Affairs for the Department of Orthodontics
Education
Dr. Harrell attended the University of Alabama-Birmingham and earned his BS degree in biology. Dr. Harrell then attended the University of Alabama School of Dentistry and earned his Doctorate of Dental Medicine. He returned to the University of Alabama and completed his orthodontic residency. He more recently received his Emergency Medical Technician certification.
Professional affiliations
- College of Diplomats of the American Board of Orthodontics
- American Association of Orthodontics
- Rocky Mountain Society of Orthodontics
- Colorado Orthodontic Association
- American Dental Association
- Colorado Dental Association
- Metropolitan Denver Dental Society
- Colorado CPR Association
Clinical interests
Sectional mechanics, Temporary Anchorage Devices (TAD's), Laser Surgery, CPR Credentialing for faculty, residents, and staff.
Research interests
Clinical applications of Temporary Anchorage Devices
Experience in teaching
Dr. Harrell has been a full-time faculty member in the Department of Orthodontics since 2006. He also served as a Visiting Adjunct Professor in the Department of Orthodontics at the University of Alabama School of Dentistry from 2007-2010. He is certified as a BLS Instructor. He was one of four orthodontists awarded a teaching scholarship from the American Association of Orthodontist and attended the Academy of Academic Leadership at the University of North Carolina and the Charis and Academic Administrators Management Program at the University of the Pacific.
Experience in patient care
During dental school, Dr. Harrell worked for 3 years in the Department of Oral Surgery at the University of Alabama School of Dentistry. Upon graduation, Dr. Harrell served as a commissioned dental officer in the United States Public Health Service, Navajo Area Indian Health Service. He was in charge of all dental care at the BIA Boarding School in Shonto, AZ and provided emergency medical care to 1200 students and the population of the surrounding 400 sq. miles. Following completion of his orthodontic residency, Dr. Harrell was in the private practice of orthodontics in Westminster, CO for over 20 years before becoming a full time educator. He also serves as a general dentist in the US Army Reserves and has provided dental care in exotic locations such as El Salvador, the Dominican Republic, Iraq and Afghanistan.
Dr. Enrique Hernandez
Assistant Professor (Clinical Track)
Education
- Pontificia Universidad Javeriana-1988 Dentistry
- Vanderbilt University-1998 Certificate in Orthodontics
- university of Colorado-2009 Doctor in Dental Surgery
Professional affiliations
- Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics
- American Association of Orthodontists-Member
- Rocky Mountain society of Orthodontist-Member
- American Cleft Palate-Craniofcial Association-Member
- The Children's Hospital Cleft, Lip and Palate team-Appointment
Clinical interests
Treatment of preadolescents, comprehensive Orthodontics-Orthognathic Surgery treatment, Cleft, lip and Palate-Craniofacial Orthodontics, MBT bio-mechanics
Experience in teaching
13 years
Experience in patient care
23 years
Galen Miller D. Miller, DDS, MSD
Associate Professor
Education
Dr. Miller earned his Bachelor Degree from Emporia State University in Emporia, Kansas, and earned his dental degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. He then completed his orthodontic training and obtained a Master of Science in Dentistry degree from Baylor University.
Professional affiliations
- College of Diplomats of the American Board of Orthodontics
- American Association of Orthodontists
- Rocky Mountain Society of Orthodontics
- Colorado Orthodontic Association
- American Dental Association
Clinical interests
Alexander technique, Damon technique, segmented mechanics, Innovation brackets, Herbst appliance, Distal jet, TADS
Research interests
Self-Ligating brackets
Experience in teaching
Dr. Miller has been teaching orthodontics full-time since 2005.
Experience in patient care
Dr. Miller has had 30 years of full-time private orthodontic practice experience and has been teaching orthodontic treatment since 2005.
Dr. Gerald Minick
Associate Professor
DDS- University of Nebrask Medical Center College of Dentistry
MS- University of Nebrasa Medical Center
Certificate of Orthodontics Specialty- University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine
Board Certified
Professional affiliations
Member of AAO, ADA, CDA, MDDS
Clinical interests
Self-Ligating low Friction Mechanics
Temporary Anchorage Devices
Invisalign,
Lingual appliances
Research interests
Dental Materials, Bioregulation
Experience in teaching
UNMC College of Dentistry 1996-2000
University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine, Department of Orthodontics 2007-Current
Experience in patient care
General Practice Dentistry 1998-2004
Orthodontic Residency 2004-2006
Private Practice and University practice 2006-Current
Dr. William Craig Shellhart
Associate Professor
Education
Professional affiliations
- Diplomat of the American Board of Orthodontists
- American Association of Orthodontists
- Colorado Orthodontic Association
- Rocky Mountain Society of Orthodontists
- American Dental Association
- Colorado Dental Association
- Metropolitan Denver Dental Society
Clinical interests
Research interests
Experience in teaching
Experience in patient care
Terri Tilliss
Professor
Education
Dr. Tilliss earned a Bachelor's degree in Dental Hygiene from the University of Iowa and received her Master of Science degree in Dental Hygiene Education from the same University. She obtained a Master of Arts degree from the University of Colorado in Counselor Psychology and Counselor Education. Her PhD in Health and Behavioral Sciences was earned at the University of Colorado.
Professional affiliations
- International Association of Dental Research
- American Association of Dental Education
- American Dental Hygienists Association
- Alpha Omega
- Sigma Phi Alpha
Clinical interests
Health Communication; fluorides; antimicrobial; CAMBRA (minimally invasive dentistry); oral health products and devices; oral cancer screening.
Consultantships
Editorial Review Board: Dimensions of Dental Hygiene, Journal of Dental Hygiene, Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry
Research interests
- Dental plaque bio-film
- Health Communication techniques
- Plaque bio-film control during Orthodontics
- Oral Cancer screening
Publications
Over 50 in periodicals and 9 textbook chapters
Experience in teaching
Dr. Tilliss has been in dental education for 29 years, having taught in the baccalaureate Dental Program. She currently teaches communication and behavior change Skills to dental students and residents.
Experience in patient care
She has practiced dental hygiene for 35 years in the private practice setting and within the faculty practice. She supervised dental hygiene patient care in the student clinics for nearly 30 years. Currently, in addition to seeing patients in the faculty practice, Dr. Tilliss provides dental hygiene services to orthodontic patients in the Resident clinic.