Dr. Rice was born and raised in Western New York and graduated from the State University of New York at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine with honors. He completed his postgraduate training in 1995 at the Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Because continuing education is of the utmost importance to Dr. Rice, he has furthered his studies over the past years with an emphasis on restorative, cosmetic, and implant dentistry at the world-renowned Pankey Institute and Dawson Center. He is one of only two Western New York graduates of the Pacific Aesthetic Continuum who have a special interest in cosmetic dentistry.
In addition to maintaining his private practice, Dr. Rice holds a position in the Restorative Department of the State University of New York Buffalo School of Dental Medicine. He also lectures nationally to his peers on cosmetic and restorative dentistry. Dr. Rice is an active member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, American Dental Association Eighth District Dental Society, and Erie County Dental Society.
Going the extra smile is treating people the way they want to be treated and figuring out how we can make them comfortable. I think of our office as a safe haven. Life is very busy and hectic, people have kids and jobs, and money pressures are huge. So whether you are in our office for a half an hour, or an hour, or all day, it should be a peaceful, serene time where you get to escape the rest of the world.
So whatever it takes to make any patient feel that way, thats what we do. We ask Whats going to make your experience the best experience we can give you? And then we do it for them. Part of Going the Extra Smile is having a relationship with our patients where we have permission to really lay it all out for you and share every concern that we might have about your dental health. And you certainly have our permission to ask any question, to get yourself comfortable, to explore all the options, and to really feel like we are in this together, and that you as a patient are in full control of where we are going.
The core of Going the Extra Smile is taking our clinical knowledge as well as our knowledge of helping people to move in a positive direction and really focusing all of our energy on helping people explore their options, make good decisions, and know that we are not just their dental office; we are more than that to them. Id love to see more people take on the Go the Extra Smile mentality, giving back to our community, being the best at what they do, constantly striving to give everything they have.
Dr. Wendling was born and raised in Buffalo and graduated from the University of Buffalo School of Dental Medicine in 1998. After performing his postgraduate residency at Buffalo General Hospital, he was offered an attending position to educate and train dental residents and to perform procedures in the operating room on special needs general sedation patients. During this period he also started his private practice.
Because it is important to Dr. Wendling to keep up with the latest advances in dentistry and give back to the profession, he belongs to several dental organizations, including the American Dental Association, the Eighth District Dental Society, Erie County Dental Society,New York State Dental Association,Spear Study Club, Crown Council, Peer Review Comity and Tri-beta Biological Honor Society.
He has trained at world-renowned institutes such as the Pankey Institute, Spear Education Center, Total Patient Services Institute, and the Dawson Center, and worked closely with leaders in the dental field, such as Dr. Ron Jackson. He also attended the SUNY Buffalo School of Management Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership. His training has allowed him to become certified in several fields of dentistry, including anterior aesthetics, posterior esthetics, CAD-CAM dentistry, implants, splint therapy, occlusal equilibration, TMJ disorders, enteral sedation, and dental Botox and fillers. He is CPR certified, and also holds certifications in the Hybridge Dental Implant technique and Invisialign Clear Aligners . Among his many interests, he is working on making advancements in Implantology.
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Rating 5.0 out of 5 based on 232 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestKathy Thielman
a year ago
Great dental office. They are timely with appointments, personable and professional.
Sunny Khan
a year ago
This place is fantastic! Extremely friendly staff and make you feel comfortable while getting your teeth worked on!
Dominic Q
a year ago
Teeth feel very clean
Dave LaGier
a year ago
Friendly Doctors and Staff. Great with my kids.
Justin Eason
a year ago
Great office, doctors are excellent and Emily is the best dental hygienist, even when she tells you can do better at flossing.
Colleen Rozwood
a year ago
From the time I walk in everyone is just so nice. It was the best teeth cleaning. I actually look forward to my appointment
Namita Thomas
a year ago
Highly recommend. I've been a patient for over a decade. And I love the extremely thorough, quick, and genuinely caring service I consistently receive at East Amherst Dental Center.
Payton Mineweaser
a year ago
Dr. Mark Wendling is the best. Every single person who works here is so friendly and always makes the experience comfortable and inviting.
Michelle LoVecchio
a year ago
I can only say wonderful things about this dentist office. Everyone in this office (from the front desk staff, to the dental hygienist to the dentists are so kind, compassionate, friendly and competent!!! Although it may be a little more pricey than other places, you get what you pay for here and more. An extra shout out to Emily!!!!
Dhana Hannibal
a year ago
Dr. Wendling is a caring and wonderful dentist - Very skilled, patient and thorough.
Rebecca Bystrzak
a year ago
I came here to have my teeth whitened for my big day and in so glad I did! My smile was so much brighter and Stephanie was so sweet! The room was so comfortable I could have fallen asleep. I highly recommend this office!
Aniqa Aslam
a year ago
After trying many dentists I finally found a place that is friendly and focuses on your problem rather than trying to upsell services. Dr. Wendling is very friendly and actually listens to you! The staff is amazing and makes you feel very comfortable
Becky P
a year ago
Great experience with Emily
Diane Nelson
a year ago
Fixed my problem with least invasive procedure. Thank you!
Ass Crak
a year ago
Great place really nice people. Usally a shirt wait
Janette Fuller
a year ago
Fantastic staff - supportive, friendly and professional! Dr. Wendling is everything you would want in your dentist - a total patient first experience.
Joe Somma
a year ago
The quality of care at East Amherst Dental is superior. It starts with the team that welcomes you, extends to the hygienists and technicians and ultimately the dentists. Each phase of care is superb. I highly recommend using this practice.
Dominic Stupski
2 years ago
Dr. Wendling and his entire staff are extremely professional and friendly. I love coming here.
Mary Mclean
2 years ago
When you have a great dentist, you just want to share it with everyone you know! I recommend Dr. Wendling to all of my friends and family. We have been patients at East Amherst Dental for years and have never once been disappointed. Finding a dentist you can trust is not always easy, but we are set for life!
Josie Koch
2 years ago
I had a wonderful experience with Dr. Wendling and staff at East Amherst Dental . He was very caring and gentle throughout my dental emergency! I have an awesome result and would highly recommend him!
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