Christie was born and raised in Cambridge, MD and received her degree in Dental Hygiene from the University of Maryland School of Dentistry in 2000. Christie has been the hygienist at Krause Smiles since 2004! She resides in Salisbury with her tech-savvy husband and her pampered cat, Scarlett (who may be getting a life jacket). Our patients may be surprised to know she LOVES all things Elvis and is an avid lover of boating, hence Scarlett's life jacket. She can make amazing cakes and prides herself on her love of early prevention and positive oral hygiene in even the youngest of her patients.
Amanda is usually in the back helping Dr. Mark fix teeth! When Amanda isnt dental assisting, youll catch her in the gym (she never skips leg day!) or on the couch snuggled between her two puppers browsing Targets latest and greatest deals. Amanda and Cristian have two pitty fur babies named Roxy and Cooper. Opposites definitely attract, as Roxy and Cooper couldnt be more different, but they round out their family perfectly!
Carrie is joining our team as an Eastern Shore native with ten years of dental experience! While dentistry is truly a passion of hers, you can also find her curled up with the latest Stephen King story or binge watching the latest series on Netflix with her wife and daughter! If you see a camper in the parking lot, dont worryCarrie is just prepared to go on her next trip to Toms Cove with her family and their pups Sara and Hartley in tow (dont forget the smores)! Her family is completed with two more fur babies, kitty cats named Griffin and Luna.
Autumn is a recent graduate of Salisbury University in Communication Arts and is most likely the one that greets you on the phone or when checking out or talking you through the Patient Portal. She certainly keeps this office running. Patients may find it funny that Autumn is an 80 year old in a 23 year old body! She enjoys reading, visiting thrift stores, and can tell you the name of a font just by looking at it. Did you know she used to be a patient here??? She lives just outside of Salisbury and you can often find her car parked at an angle as she was probably late arriving to work.
Dr. Mark is a general dentist concentrating his practice on children ages 1-21 and patients with special needs of all ages. His goal is to create a caring dental home ensuring patients receive the best possible care. The focus on educating patients on proper dental care, early detection and prevention is our top priority at Krause Smiles.
During Dr. Marks undergrad at Salisbury University he trained under the tutelage of his father, becoming a graduate of SU in 1999. He encouraged his passion for dentistry and treating children of all ages. He then completed a two year General Practice Residency at the University of Rochester/Strong Memorial Hospital. During his second year, Dr. Mark focused his training treating both children and patients with special needs in a clinical, as well as a hospital setting. Ultimately, he received his dental degree from Howard University College of Dentistry.
Dr. Mark is a past president of the Eastern Shore Dental Society. He is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Southeastern Society of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association, Maryland State Dental Association, The Salisbury Dental Study Club and the Gnathos Orthodontic Study Club. He continues to educate himself and keeps up to date with evidence-based dentistry on treatment of children by attending extensive courses throughout the year.
Dr. Mark and his wife, Kara, grew up locally and currently reside in Salisbury with their dog Wellington. Upon their return to the area in 2008, Dr. Mark initially practiced with Dr. Jerry. From 2011 until his return to the practice Dr. Mark served the community as a staff dentist for Three Lower Counties (TLC), now Chesapeake HealthCare in Princess Anne, Maryland. He was proud to be the dental director from February of 2013 to October of 2015. Dr. Mark and his wife enjoy spending time with family and friends. They have an interest in music, biking, the beach and travel.
Dr. Mark and his wife, Kara, grew up locally and currently reside in Salisbury with their dog Wellington. Upon their return to the area in 2008, Dr. Mark initially practiced with Dr. Jerry. From 2011 until his return to the practice Dr. Mark served the community as a staff dentist for Three Lower Counties (TLC) in Princess Anne, Maryland. He was proud to be the dental director from February of 2013 to October of 2015. Dr. Mark and his wife enjoy spending time with family and friends. They have an interest in music, biking, the beach and travel.
