After graduating from Smith College (with a majorin biochemistry and minorin psychology), she attendedColumbia University College of Dental Medicine to earn her Doctorate of Dental Surgery in 1997. At the dental school, she received the Deans Scholar Award and was inducted into Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society. She completed hergeneral practice residency at Long Island Jewish Medical Center, and geriatric dental residency at Parker Jewish Rehabilitation Center in New York.
Dr. Park practiced general dentistry in New York and Maryland for several years before returning to postgraduate school. She earned both a specialty certificate in orthodontics and a Master of Sciencefrom Columbia University. She is board certified in orthodontics and prides herself on uncompromising treatment and personal attention to her patients. Dr. Park aims to provide the highest standard of care while still having fun in the office.
As many of you already know, Dr. Markin recently retired from Markin & Park Orthodontics. We were blessed to have such a caring clinician so keenly focused on offering quality orthodontics to families in the Columbia community. He built a foundation based on patient-first care and excellence in clinical offerings, on which Dr. Park will continue to build.
Dr. Markin practiced orthodontics exclusively in the Columbiaarea since 1972. He received his Bachelor of Sciencein biology from the University of Maryland in 1962 and his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the universitys dental school in 1966. After practicing general dentistry for four years, he spent two years at Loyola University of Chicago, where he received his specialty certificate in orthodontics and his mastersin oral biology in 1972. Dr. Markin established his Columbia practice that same year.
Dr. Markin was active in a number of associations related to his field. Besides being a member of four orthodontic study clubs, he was past president of the Howard County Dental Association and the Maryland State Society of Orthodontics. He also served on the faculty of the Orthodontic Department of the University of Maryland Dental School.
Dr. Markin was not only certified by the American Board of Orthodontics but was re-certified to show continued competence. He was awarded a fellowship in the American College of Dentists and the International College of Dentists, distinctions bestowed on him by his colleagues. Additionally, Dr. Markin was one of nine national Councilors of the College of Diplomates of the American Board of Orthodontics. Lastly, he was a member of theSchulman Study Group, which is limited to 125 top orthodontic practitioners in the country.
We know that choosing an orthodontist is a very personal decision. Many orthodontic offices are in Columbia and various treatment options available to you. Here are just a few details about our office that describe what sets us apart.
We provide our patients with the highest quality oforthodontic care in a personal, professional environment. Getting to know you and meeting your individual orthodontic needs are our foremost concerns.
Our office is technologically advanced in the field of orthodontics. At Markin & Park Orthodontics, we use the most advanced self-ligating bracket systems (Damon and GAC) along with the most sophisticated wire technology.
In the past, orthodontists would use heavy forces to move the teeth. Damon Smile utilizes light forces and low friction to move teeth faster and more gently than ever before. The results are outstanding.
When the braces come off, our patients have the option to choose one of many fun designs for their retainers. Whether your retainer has polka dots or zebra stripes, or is simply your favorite color, it will show your individualism!
We do everything we can to make your orthodontic experience fun and exciting. At Markin & Park Orthodontics, there is always a contest to enter and a prize up for grabs! Whether its Send us a vacation picture or How many snowflakes can you count in our office? we make it fun! We also give rewards for good grades in school and we offer a SAT prep course for juniors in high school.
Orthodontic treatment is a long-term, ongoing process. Knowing this, we strive to make your orthodontic treatment in our office a positive experience. We believe that the patient always comes first! Getting to know you and meeting your individual orthodontic needs are our foremost concerns.
We recognize that all our patients are unique and deserve to receive orthodontic care that reflects their individual needs. Our experienced and talented team is committed to working with you and your family to create a comfortable, stress-free, and rewarding orthodontic experience every time you visit our practice.