Dr. John Tidwell was born and raised in Southern California. His early interest in science and teaching led him to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biochemistry and Cell Biology with a minor in Teacher Education from the University of California at San Diego. He subsequently became interested in the field of Dentistry and attended the University of California at Los Angeles. While at UCLA, Dr. Tidwell earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. Dr. Tidwell with his wife and two daughters have lived in the Seattle area since 1988. Dr. Tidwell enjoys golf, skiing, boating and photography in his free time.