Dr. Messenger, a native of Rome, New York, is passionate about his patients and his profession. For over 30 years, he has been committed to providing the best quality of care by utilizing the latest advancements in dentistry and patient comfort. His practice philosophy is to treat everyone the way he would want to be treated.
Serving North Adams, Massachusetts, in Berkshire County and the surrounding communities since 1993, Dr. Messenger received his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Harding University in 1987. He then graduated from the University of Tennessee at Memphis in 1991 and is certified by the American Dental Association and belongs to the FACCD. He specializes in CAD-CAM, lasers, implants, and cosmetic dentistry. In January of 2014, Dr. Messenger became certified in Botox, Dermal Fill, and Micro Threading.
Dr. Messenger has been using CEREC for over 20 years. He is on the faculty of CEREC Doctors, Implant Seminars, and visiting faculty for Spear Educational Center. He teaches doctors how to use CAD-CAM dentistry, how to place bone grafts, implants, and perform sinus lifts with hands-on learning.
To keep current with the ever-changing world of dentistry, Dr. Messenger obtains about 300 hours of continuing education a year. This includes advanced classes in CEREC, implants, and lasers. He also takes his entire staff to educational meetings and conferences to give them the tools they need to provide optimal care to patients.
In March 2014, Dr. Messenger received his diplomate status from the International Dental Implant Association (IDIA). The diplomate status symbolizes the highest level of competence in implant dentistry. Acceptance into IDIA requires completion of at least 350 continuing education hours in dental theory training, passing a written examination, and successful placement of 300 dental implants on live patients. Certification attests to the fact that he has demonstrated knowledge, ability, and proficiency in implant dentistry through a rigorous examination process. Dr. Messenger has placed over 5,000 implants. He is dedicated to furthering his education on implants and continues to take implant courses on advanced bone grafting procedures focusing on ridge augmentations and advanced sinus lifts. Dr. Messenger went on a several missionary trips from 2014-2019 to the Dominican Republic where he placed advanced implants and bone grafting surgeries. Now, he visits at least twice a year and helped them to open a dental school by asking large dental companies to donate equipment.
Dr. Messenger is currently a member of the American Dental Association, Massachusetts Dental Society, Berkshire Dental Society, International College of Oral Implantologists, World Clinical Laser Institute, and in the past has served as the vice president of the Academy of CAD-CAM Dentistry.
Dr. Messenger lives with his supportive wife, Donna, in Clarksburg, Massachusetts. They have two adult children, Anna Marie who is also a dentist and Zach. They have two pugs, two cats, two goats, three sheep, four miniature horses and a pet pig. In his free time, Dr. Messenger can be found at the pool or the movies.
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Rating 5.0 out of 5 based on 167 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestPatrick King
a year ago
I never thought it could be a pleasant thing to go to the dentist but your office has a great staff of very friendly and kind people including yourself Dr Messenger, I'd like to thank you all. Patrick
lois lehrer
a year ago
Wonderful office! Professional, and friendly staff!
Paul W Marino
a year ago
Excellent as always. It's like being a part of a warm, caring extended family.
John Sobel
a year ago
Professional and friendly!
Phyllis Hakeem
a year ago
excellent job
Fred Larabee Jr
a year ago
The doctor and his staff are fantastic people I had a cleaning and felt like a multi-millionaire they're the best that there will ever be
Ellen Babcock Miller
a year ago
Every dental experience is top notch. Have referred 5 family and friends to the practice.
Paul Burda
a year ago
Lori, the technician (?) who is responsible for making sure that the patient's teeth are as clean as possible is unbelievably dedicated.
Carol Keen
a year ago
Excellent dentist, clean office.
Craig Clough
a year ago
Melissa was great. Relaxed atmosphere.
Patricia Decker
a year ago
I received a great cleaning and everyone was very helpful.
Nicole Bak
a year ago
The Best!!!
Connie Tatro
a year ago
I am always greeted warmly and feel well cared for and respected. A wonderful office full of kind people!
Brenda Aubin
a year ago
I just wanted to say he is a great dentist he always makes me feel welcome there even though I am nervous and I am not a fan of the dentist cuz I've had bad experiences in the past but he always makes me laugh and he always gets me through everything cuz he knows how nervous I am when I come in the staff is great they treat me with respect and treat me like I'm one of them I would recommend Dr Messenger to my family and friends because he is the best dentist around the area
Theresa Belini
2 years ago
I find the environment very relaxing and professional extra friendly
Robert Davis
2 years ago
Dr. Gene Messenger and his staff are by far the most professional and friendly health care facility in all of Berkshire County. I highly recommend the service to all of my friends and anyone who needs dental services.
Robert Davis
2 years ago
I had broken a tooth and a crown fell out. Dr. Messenger made room for me that day and I know he was booked solid. He fixed both teeth without any Novocaine. He did a fantastic job with no pain in less than a half hour. He is so kind, compassionate and professional. All of his staff make you feel like you are the only patient in the office. Five stars all the way!!!!!
Rick Berger
2 years ago
Gene's my favorite dentist yet and I full trust him. He's knowledgeable, has a great staff around him, a loves to learn.
Rick B
2 years ago
I love going to Gene and his team.
Christopher Macdonald-Dennis
2 years ago
Excellent care and amazing staff.
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