Dr. Edwards grew up on Long Ilsand and went to Bellport High school. He attended S.U.N.Y. at Stony Brook for his undergraduate studies where he received his Baccelors in Biochemistry. For his Dental training he attended University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine. He then returned to Stony Brook Hospital where he attended a one year General Practice Residency. Upon completion of the program Dr. Edwards moved to East Hampton and purchased a dental practice from Dr. Gerald Sexton, a local dentist who set up his practice in the 1950's.