Dr. Dahar received his Doctorate of Dental Medicine from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine in 1972, then completed two years of orthodontic education at the University of Pittsburgh in 1974. Dr. Dahar was recently honored by Pittsburgh Magazine as one of the Top 100 Dentists in Pittsburgh.
Dr. Dahar and his wife Lorraine live in Gibsonia and have three children. Julie is a teacher and a mother to four beautiful children, Eric graduated with his masters degree in art and is currently working in Pittsburgh, and Gena is a teacher and a mother to two young children.
In addition to his love of golf, Dr. Dahar also enjoys skiing with his family. He is active in the community, and serves on the board of the Deer Valley YMCA Camp. Dr. Dahar happily supports many local youth sports programs, area schools, and community-sponsored programs.
Dr. Sencak graduated from North Hills High School. He then pursued his education atthe University of Pittsburgh where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree. During that time, he was also elected into the nation's oldest and most prestigious academichonor society, Phi Beta Kappa.
After completing 3 years of undergraduate education, he was awarded early admission into the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine where he completed his Doctorate degree in Dental Medicine. He was also elected into Omicron Kappa Upsilon, a national dental honor society. Upon completion of dental school, Dr. Sencak earned both a certificate in Orthodontics and a Master of Science degree at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry.
During his residency, Dr. Sencak was able to learn directly from two world-renowned orthodontists, Drs. Lysle Johnston and James McNamara , as well as the President of theAmerican Association of Orthodontics.
The northern suberbs of Pittsburgh have been Greg 's home for most of his life. 'I am honored to be able todedicate my time and knowledgeback to my hometown.' Along with supporting local recreation centers and charity fundraisers, Dr. Sencak has also been involved with the Special Olympics and has even organized free dental care events for the athletes. Aside from work, Dr. Sencak is an avid Pittsburgh sports team fan. He also likes spending time with family and friends, playing sports, and hiking.
Don't worry! Braces aren't nearly as scary as you may think. In fact, braces today come in a variety of styles, materials, and colors, making life with braces much easier, more comfortable, and even more stylish than in the past.
Orthodontic braces are a big part of life for many people your age. While braces may have had a bad reputation in the past, today's braces make it easy to look good and feel good! Please contact our practice to schedule your next orthodontic checkup.
Orthodontic treatment is no longer just for teens. In fact, the American Association of Orthodontists states that one in five orthodontic patients is over the age of 21. Many adults are choosing to receive treatment because they understand the importance of maintaining their health, and they want to feel better about their appearance. Adults everywhere are taking advantage of the opportunity to receive orthodontic care, and now you can too.
For many adults, the thought of having metal braces is enough to discourage them from receiving treatment. However, today's orthodontic treatment options offer a variety of braces and appliances that are comfortable, aesthetic, and customized to meet your needs. Types of braces include:
The main difference to remember when treating adults or children and teens, is that in younger patients the jawbones are still developing. For adults, these bones have stopped growing, which may mean the possibility of orthognathic surgery to align the jawbones. Other differences include:
Our practice also recognizes that adults and children have different needs, and require a different level of attention and care. We will work with you to ensure that you receive the most appropriate treatments, and that your needs are met with understanding and respect from us.