Quick Stats
45+ Years Advancing Periodontics
ABP Diplomate Since 1982
2x WSP President
(only dual-term president in history)
Adjunct Professor at UPenn & Indiana University
About Dr. Kepic
Dr. Thomas J. Kepic has spent more than four decades shaping the future of periodontics. After specialty training at Indiana University under Dr. Timothy O’Leary, he opened his private practice in Upland, California (1978–2023). As a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology since 1982, Dr. Kepic has led major professional societies, including serving as President of the California and Western Societies of Periodontists, and is now an Adjunct Clinical Professor at the University of Pennsylvania and Indiana University. He is widely respected for combining clinical excellence, research insight, and a collegial teaching style.
Leadership Highlights
Ongoing
Director | Tri-County Dental Society; Chair, Audit Committee; CE Committee member; nominated Vice President (2025).
2024
Officer Nominating Committee | AAP
2021
President | WSP – only person in its 73-year history to serve twice.
2016
President | WSP
2015-2017
Trustee | AAP – shaping national policies.
2010-Present
Board of Directors | Indiana University Periodontics Alumni Association; Past President.
2009-2012
Board of Directors | WSP
2008-2013
Director | American Board of Periodontology (ABP) – helped guide national board certification standards.
2011
President | California Society of Periodontists (CSP) – led statewide initiatives.
1983-2008
Region Leader | CSP – coordinated activities and advocacy for regional members.
1978-2023
Private Practice | Upland, California — Established and led a full-time periodontal and implant practice for over four decades, earning a reputation for excellence in patient care and clinical outcomes.
2025 Lectures & Presentations
Dr. Tom Kepic is a widely respected periodontist and educator, frequently invited to share his expertise at professional conferences and continuing education events. His lectures and presentations over the years; including keynote addresses at international meetings, reflect his commitment to advancing periodontal knowledge and fostering collegial exchange. Dr. Kepic’s speaking engagements showcase the breadth of his contributions from recent conferences to earlier symposiums.
November 6 — Buffalo Niagara Dental Meeting
Buffalo, NY
Lecture.
October 20 — University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
Lecture.
June 27 — Western Society of Periodontology (WSP) & Northwest Mexican Society of Periodontology Tijuana, Mexico
Lecture: "A Paradigm Shift: Saving Teeth Over Implants."
May 16 — Indiana University School of Dentistry
(Periodontics Graduation)
Indianapolis, IN
Commencement address.
May 15 — Indiana University School of Dentistry
(Graduate Periodontics)
Indianapolis, IN
Lecture.
May 9 — Indiana University School of Dentistry
(Graduate Periodontics)
Indianapolis, IN
Mock boards.
May 2 — Western Society of Periodontology
Los Angeles, CA
Lecture.
April 16 — Funakoshi Dental Institute
Fukuoka, Japan
Lecture.
April 7 — CDA Advocacy Day
(with Tri-County Dental Society)
Sacramento, CA
April 5 — Western Society of Periodontology
Sacramento, CA
Lecture: "Single-Tooth Implant and Implant Fixed Complete Denture Postplacement / Oral Hygiene Care."
February 2 — University of Michigan School of Dentistry
Ann Arbor, MI
Lecture.
January 16 — Tri-County Dental Association
Riverside, CA
Lecture.
2025 Continuing Education
Dr. Tom Kepic's continuing education reflects a balanced mix of society meetings, university programs, and industry courses—demonstrating ongoing commitment to evidence-based practice and lifelong learning.
January 15 — Hu-Friedy — Zoom
January 29 — Geislich (Dr. El Kholy) — Zoom
January 31–February 2 — Southwest Society of Periodontology — Dallas, TX
February 6 — Tri-County Dental Society — Riverside, CA
February 8 — Nobel Biocare — Yorba Linda, CA
February 20 — Tri-County Dental Society — Riverside, CA
February 22–23 — Midwest Society of Periodontology — Chicago, IL
March 18 — CDE Meeting — Zoom
March 27–29 — Academy of Osseointegration — Seattle, WA
April 25–27 — California Society of Periodontists — Anaheim, CA
June 5 — Tri-County Dental Society — Riverside, CA
June 12–15 — Quintessence Meeting — Boston, MA
June 18 — Osteology Lecture — Zoom
June 20–22 — Western Society of Periodontology — Bend, OR
July 19 — Tri-County Dental Society — Riverside, CA
August 12 — CDE Meeting — Zoom
September 12–14 — Western Society of Periodontology — La Jolla, CA
October 16–19 — American Academy of Periodontology Annual Meeting — Toronto, Canada
October 23–25 — ADA SmileCon — Washington, DC
October 23–24 — American College of Dentists — Washington, DC
November 5–7 — Greater Niagara Dental Meeting — Buffalo, NY
November 11 — Northeast Society of Periodontology Meeting — New York, NY
November 12 — Artificial Intelligence Meeting — Boston, MA
Notable Publications
Dr. Thomas J. Kepic’s publications in peer‐reviewed journals and contributions to textbooks are listed below.
Journal Articles
Kepic TJ, O’Leary TJ. Role of marginal ridge relationships as an etiologic factor in periodontal disease.
Journal of Periodontology. 1978; 49(11):570–575
Kepic TJ, O’Leary TJ, Kafrawy AH. Total calculus removal: an attainable objective?
Journal of Periodontology. 1990; 61(1):16–20
Book Chapters & Contributions
Kepic TJ. Contributor. In: Torabinejad M, Fouad AF, Shabahang S, editors. Endodontics: Principles and Practice. 6th ed. St. Louis: Elsevier; 2020.
Kepic TJ. Guest author. In: Goodacre CJ, editor.
Foundation for Oral Rehabilitation Prosthodontics e‑Book. 2024.
Beyond the Clinic
When he’s not teaching or leading, Dr. Kepic enjoys an active life. A lifelong resident of Upland, California, he has been honored as Grand Marshal of the city’s Christmas Parade. He swims daily, attends major sporting events with his son, and competes in ballroom dancing. These passions reflect his belief in balance and community.