Dr. Krantz is a native of Houston. He graduated from Bellaire High School and received his B.A. degree in psychology from The University of Texas at Austin. After graduating second in his class from The University of Texas Health Science Center, Dental Branch in 1994, he completed a residency in General Practice at Hermann Hospital and The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research; treating patients at BenTaub, Hermann and LBJ Hospitals as well as TIRR. Following his residency, he joined Dr. Horwitz and Dr. Epstein in private practice in 1995.

Dr. Krantz has received numerous honors and awards, which include induction into Omicron Kappa Upsilon, the honorary dental society, the American College of Prosthodontists Award for Clinical Excellence and Ethical Awareness. He has been recognized with other awards for outstanding achievements in science and the art of dental anatomy and occlusion, high achievements in oral and maxillofacial radiology, high achievement in operative dentistry and proficiency in direct gold restoration, and numerous academic honors. He is listed in Who's Who among students in American Universities and Colleges in recognition of outstanding merit and accomplishment as a student at The University of Texas Health Science Center. Dr. Krantz is a member of The American Dental Association, the Texas Dental Association, and The Greater Houston Dental Society.

Dr. Krantz lives in Houston with his wife, Missy. They have two children, Ben who attends Colorado School of Mines and Sydney who attends Carnegie Mellon University. He is a craftsman who enjoys working with his hands, not only at the office but also working at home with metal and wood to make jewelry and art. In his free time, he enjoys travel, photography, projects around the house, exercising and spending time with his family and his dogs, Brandy and Lacey.

Dr. Epstein was born and grew up in Omaha, Nebraska. Following graduation from high school, he came to Texas to attend the University of Texas at Austin, where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree with honors and was a member of Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society. In 1978 he graduated from the University of Texas Dental Branch in Houston. He has been in a full-time private practice in Houston since that time.

Dr. Epstein is an active member of the dental community. Among his professional affiliations, he can list membership in the American Dental Association, the Texas Dental Association, the Greater Houston Dental Society, and the Academy of General Dentistry. In addition, he has served as president of the Houston Branch of the Alpha Omega International Dental Fraternity from 1997 to 1998.

Active contribution to his community is also a priority for Dr. Epstein. He has been active in numerous community organizations, has served as president of his synagogue, and has served on the boards of the United Synagogue of America and of the Anti-Defamation League. He is the father of two daughters, Kimberly Epstein Schlanger, an associate with Baker Botts L.L.P. and Dr. Hayley Epstein Maislos.

Dr. Horwitz has been in full- time private practice in Houston throughout his career, during which he has been a distinguished and active member of the profession. He is a member of the American Dental Association, where he has held various leadership positions; the Texas Dental Association; and the Greater Houston Dental Society, where he has served as president, vice-president, secretary and treasurer. He holds a membership in other of the professions most important organizations, including the Academy of General Dentistry, the American Association of Endodontics, the American Society of Dentistry for Children, the American Equilibration Society, Xi Psi Phi Dental Fraternity, Alpha Omega International Dental Fraternity, and the Federation of Prosthodontics Organizations. He was a member of the first class of the renown Pankey Institute, which is devoted to promoting excellence in clinical practice, and frequently attends the Institutes continuum courses.

His professional colleagues have acknowledged Dr. Horwitz and his contributions to the profession numerous times. He has been named a Fellow of the American College of Dentists, the International College of Dentists, and the Academy of General Dentistry. The University of Texas Dental Branch Alumni Association recognized him with its Master Practitioner Award and in 2010, its Distinguished Alumnus Award.

Service to the community is very important to Dr. Horwitz. He has been active in numerous community organizations and has chaired the Greater Houston Dental Society United Way Campaign and served on the board of the Houston Jewish Community Center. The synagogue has been a major focus for him and he has served Congregation Beth Yeshurun as president, vice-president, and chairman of the Education Committee. In recognition of his efforts, the synagogue and Alpha Omega named him, Man of the Year.