Dr.'s Smith and Marlowe have several years of advanced training and experience in pediatric dentistry, and are experts in meeting the physical and emotional needs of children. They are gifted at putting children at ease, and seeing each one as unique and special. This combination of training and experience allow Drs Smith and Marlowe to make children (and parents) feel happy and excited about coming to the dentist, while skillfully meeting each childs dental needs. The following are what make these two individuals top rated pediatric dentists in Idaho Falls.
Dr. Randy Smith has been a Pediatric Dentist in Idaho Falls since 1997 and opened Alligator Pediatric Dentistry in 2000. Prior to returning home to SE Idaho he completed his Pediatric Dental Residency at Primary Childrens Medical Center in Salt Lake City, Utah in 1997. He received his DDS from the University of Washington School of Dentistry in 1995. He attended Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah and in 1991 received his Bachelor of Science degree in biology. In 1988, Dr. Smith obtained his Associates Degree in Arts and Sciences from Ricks College in Rexburg, Idaho.
Dr. Smith grew up in Rexburg, Idaho and enjoys living in Idaho Falls, Idaho with his amazing family: Lindsey (and her husband Sam), Jacqueline, Mitchell, and Brooklyn. They enjoy spending time together boating, waterskiing, snow skiing, riding motorcycles and spending time in the outdoors!
Dr. Smith is a fun, energetic and compassionate person and loves what he does. He was presented the Outstanding Professional Award by the Idaho Parents Unlimited, Inc. He first became interested in Dentistry after his little brother Cameron was injured in a bicycle accident. It was at a very young age he developed an interest in dentistry, especially pediatric dental medicine. A kid at heart, Dr. Smith knows the work he and his team do is important and even critical at times, but they always have fun while they are at it. It is no secret why he is a top pediatric dentist Idaho Falls residents love!
Dr. Mark Marlowe is an Idaho Falls native who came home to do what he loves work with children. Prior to joining Alligator Pediatric Dentistry, Dr. Marlowe completed a two year Pediatric Dental Residency at Miami Childrens Hospital in Miami, Florida in 2009. In 2005, he earned his DDS from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry in Richmond, Virginia. Upon completion, Dr Marlowe returned to Pocatello where he completed an additional year of training at the Idaho Advanced General Dentistry Residency at Idaho State University. Dr Marlowe is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist and is a diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. He is affiliated with the American Dental Association, as well as the Upper Snake River Valley Dental Society.
Dr Marlowe grew up in a large family where he first practiced the skill of working with children and adolescents. After completing high school, he attended Idaho State University where he received a degree in biology, while competing on the mens tennis team for four years. Dr. Marlowe married Michelle Kunz from St. Anthony, Idaho in 1996. They are the grateful parents of six children who keep them very busy and active. The Marlowes love sports, history, and the great outdoors. They have enjoyed being back in southeast Idaho among family and friends. Dr Marlowe, like Dr Smith, is a big kid at heart and the bond of trust and kindness he establishes with his patients is a big part of why children look forward to coming to the best pediatric dentist Idaho Falls has to offer!
Because the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that children receive their first visit by one year of age, our little patients will almost always need the assistance of a parent or guardian. In many cases, weve noticed that parents can feel just as nervous as their children when they come to our office.
In our practice we make it a policy to keep a clear line of communication between doctors and the parents. We welcome parents in the clinical area for most procedures. We want you to know how you can best direct your child to develop great habits, trust, and health. This makes a difference in your childs life, and we will do our best in letting you understand the nature of all of our treatments here in our office.
When your child will come at the appropriate age, we will start performing early orthodontic evaluations at every visit. In the nature of preventive care, we prefer to stay ahead of the needs curve. We will let you know if any underlying problems will require any early orthodontic treatment. We have the ability to let you know when the time is right for your child to consider braces.
We are excited to meet both you and your child and invite you to call us with any questions or concerns about visiting our pediatric practice. Because we are kids at heart, its no wonder we are the leading kid dentist Idaho Falls has to offer!
