I believe that a healthy and attractive smile is very important to overall health and happiness. I have dedicated my life to improving the health and appearance of smiles and making the dental experience comfortable and rewarding for my dental patients.

Many patients who come to this practice mention that it is unique in a number of ways. We are known for having a friendly and caring atmosphere as well as an attentive and willing staff who listen to patients and make them feel at home.

I have worked to ensure our office is on the cutting edge with the latest technology to provide an improved experience for patients andhave established a staff of friendly, intelligent, talented dental team members who share my passion for professional dental service. I work to ensure that we have a friendly environment and long lasting relationships with our patients. I also have found that my patients appreciate the fact that they can find all phases of dental care delivered in our Gladstone dental office including:

Dr. Emily Marx grew up in the northland where she graduated from Winnetonka High School. She then received her Bachelors of Science at Colorado State University. Dr. Emily Marx then attended The University of Missouri Kansas City School of Dentistry, where she graduated in May of 2014.

Dr. Emily Marx loves dentistry due to the ability to help make an immediate and positive difference in patients lives. She feels that dentistry is such a wonderful profession which allows her to give patients not only attractive smiles, but functional teeth that can ensure that they have the highest quality of life.

She also graduated as a Doctor in Dental Surgery and is continuing her training on complete orthodontic services. Like her father Dr. Robert Marx did, Dr. Emily Marx has an interest in continued education, so that she can excel in many facets of dentistry.

At Marx Family Dental, we are very proud of our state-of-the-art dental facility, high-tech equipment and techniques, but what really sets us apart is our excellent staff. They have a caring, friendly attitude and are experts in the areas they work to help you have a wonderful experience at our office!

Duties: Oversees all aspects of Dr Marxs practice. She ensures there is a smooth operation by all staff members resulting in excellent patient care. She sets policies and goals for the practice and ensures all government standards are met.

Interests and activities: I really enjoy working with my husband. I find dentistry an extremely rewarding career field as I feel we help our patients to have better and healthier lives. Besides work, I enjoy traveling, experiencing new places and visiting our children. I also like to water ski and snow ski. I am involved in many community service projects which we sponsor through the dental practice.

Marx Family Dental was founded by Dr. Robert Gerard Marx, known as Bob to his colleagues and Jerry to his family. Dr. Marx was an accomplished dentist, family man and beloved member of the local community.

Born October 30th, 1949 in Kansas City, the Marx family later moved to Northland, where he studied and graduated from Oak Park High School, a member of the 2nd graduating class in 1967. He later received a B.S. in Biology from University of Missouri Kansas City in 1971.

From 1972 to 1978, he served in the Army National Guard. In 1977 he graduated from UMKC School of Dentistry and opened his first dental practice in the Northland in Antioch Shopping Center. Then, in 1985, he opened Marx Family Dental on Broadway in Gladstone, MO.

Alongside dentistry, Dr. Marx was an avid musician, having started and toured with his band, Harbour. They played across the Midwest, attaining impressive gigs including the house band at One Block West, USO, Arrowhead Stadium, Knuckleheads, and Worlds of Fun.

He married his wife, Terri, in 1980, and they became proud parents of two children, Neil and Emily. Both children inherited his creative talent and skills, with Neil becoming a web designer and Emily joining the dental profession and later becoming an essential partner of Marx Family Dental.

As a gentle and caring family man, Dr. Marx was always active in his childrens lives. Whether it was building forts, playing in the snow together or being a pillar of support and advice, he was always there for his kids. Later, he was given three grandchildren who brought him neverending joy, and the chance to extend his playful and supportive attitude to the youngest members of his growing family.

His altruistic approach to dentistry extended to his philanthropic work among the underserved children in the Northland community. In 1988, after recognizing their growing need for dental care, he established a special day known as Have a Heart Day, where he provided free cleanings and crucial treatments to these children. He helped thousands of children have good oral health over the past 33 years.

Dr. Marx was known and loved for his kind, caring and welcoming approach to all those around him, especially his patients and colleagues. In 2014, he was proud to welcome his daughter, Dr. Emily Marx to the practice as an essential partner.