Dr. Neiva earned his Certificate and Master's degree in Periodontics from the University of Michigan, School of Dentistry. He is a Diplomate and a Director of the American Board of Periodontology. He is also a Diplomate of the International Congress of Oral Implantology and a Fellow of the American College of Dentists and Pierre Fauchard Academy.  Dr. Neiva serves as Chairman of the Department of Periodontics, University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. He is active in clinical research related to bone and soft tissue augmentation, as well as novel techniques in Implant and Periodontal Therapy. Dr. Neiva has published many scientific papers and book chapters in the fields of Periodontics and Oral Implantology. He also lectures frequently both nationally and internationally.