Born and raised in western Montana, Rob received degrees in Biology and Psychology at Carroll College in Helena. He also has a Doctorate in Dental Medicine from the University of Minnesota Dental School in Minneapolis as well as the Las Vegas Institute of Cosmetic Dentistry (LVI). He has practiced dentistry for over 25 years, with 20 of those at Cascade Dental Care and has a special interest in implant dentistry having replaced and restored implants for over a decade. He has maintained memberships in various continuing education study clubs for over nearly 30 years and is a member of the American Dental Association, the Washington State Dental Association, and the Spokane District Dental Society.