Meet the Team - Dr. Piper

Dr. Piper is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh and the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine. In June 2004, he proudly answered his nation’s call to service by joining the United States Air Force (USAF) Dental Corps, where he completed his Prosthodontics residency at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio. He later earned his Master of Science degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio.

During his training, Dr. Piper competed in the inaugural American Prosthodontic Society research competition, earning first place for his work. In November 2007, he completed the rigorous board certification process and became a Board-Certified Prosthodontist.

After completing his residency in 2007, Dr. Piper joined the Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD-1) teaching staff at Offutt Air Force Base in Omaha, Nebraska. There, he mentored recent dental graduates, training them in advanced dental techniques as they entered the USAF Dental Corps. His commitment to education earned him the 2009 United States Air Force Dental Educator of the Year award.

In 2011, Dr. Piper returned to San Antonio to complete a Fellowship in Maxillofacial Prosthetics. This specialized program allowed him to provide complex, multidisciplinary care to wounded warriors, service members, retirees, and their families. He remained on staff at the Air Force’s only Prosthodontic Residency Program for the remainder of his commission, contributing to research and publishing multiple articles, including:
• “The use of a laser-level paralleling device for the fabrication of a unilateral auricular prosthesis”
• “Novel Magnet-Retained Prosthetic System for Facial Reconstruction”

Dr. Piper has lectured at numerous local and national meetings. His Air Force career provided unique access to advanced continuing education, allowing him to stay at the forefront of prosthodontic and surgical innovation. He maintains active membership in the American Academy of Maxillofacial Prosthetics, American Board of Prosthodontics, American Dental Association, North Carolina Dental Society, and serves on a Tumor Board in Winston-Salem, NC. 

In 2015, Dr. Piper concluded his military service and transitioned into private practice. He takes great pride in delivering compassionate, comprehensive, and advanced dental care. His philosophy centers on helping patients understand their dental health and improving their overall quality of life. If you are missing teeth, dental implants may be the solution for you. Our state-of-the-art implants are designed to look and feel like your natural teeth, and can restore your smile and confidence. We also offer implant-supported dentures for added stability.

Outside the office, Dr. Piper enjoys spending time with his wife, Shannon, and their four children: Eliana, Jimmy, Avonlea, and Tate. Their family stays active with a wide range of sports and outdoor activities and looks forward to discovering everything North Carolina has to offer. Dr. Piper is excited to continue giving back to the community he now calls home.