Dr. Trope received his BDS degree in dentistry in 1976 in Johannesburg, South Africa. From 1976 to 1980, he practiced general dentistry and endodontics, and in 1980 he moved to Philadelphia to specialize in endodontics at the University of Pennsylvania. After graduating as an endodontist, he continued at the University of Pennsylvania as a faculty member until 1989, when he became chair of endodontology at the Temple University School of Dentistry. In 1993, he accepted the JB Freedland Professorship in the department of endodontics at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Dentistry. Named in honor of one of the founding fathers of endodontics, the Freedland Professorship recognizes significant contributions to the specialty. Dr. Trope is now clinical professor, department of endodontics, School of Dental Medicine, University of Pennsylvania. He is also in private practice in Philadelphia, Pa. Dr. Trope is actively involved in the development, design, and promotion of new technological advancements in endodontics. Presently he acts as clinical director for Brasseler Dental Company. He created Next Level Endodontics, which is continuing dental education combining his extensive background of the theoretical world of academics with his considerable experience in private practice.