While still in Dental School, Dr.Finley joined the US Navy as an Ensign in the US Navy Reserves. Upon graduation, he went to full active duty in the Navy Dental Corps. Among numerous duty stations in the 8 years as a Lieutenant Commander he served as an Anesthesia Support Officer 1st Marine Division, 1st FSSG Desert Shield/Storm 1990-91 Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Since 1997 Dr. Finley has been in private practice in Melbourne, Florida with an emphasis on Implant and Reconstructive Dentistry. He is an active member in the American Dental Association, Florida Dental Association and the Brevard County Dental Society, Academy of Gernral Dentistry, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry along with numerous Study Clubs. Dr. Finley has been a guest lecturer to numerous dentists throughout the years.