Joel I. Nathanson, DMD, MAGD, graduated from Columbia University and received his Doctorate in Dental Medicine from the University of Pennsylvania. After serving a tour of duty as an officer in the U.S. Army Dental Corps at Ft. Stewart, Georgia, Dr. Nathanson began practicing comprehensive dental care in the Baltimore area in 1985.
A respected professional in his field, Dr. Nathanson aims to provide the best possible dental experience for his patients. His entire career has been a study in pursuing the highest and most advanced dental techniques and technologies for the benefit of his patients.
Dr. Nathanson is the first dentist in Maryland to receive postdoctoral training at the prestigious Lee Institute for Bioesthetic Dentistry in San Francisco. He was also the first general dentist in Baltimore County to institute WaterLase No Shot, No Drill dental care in his practice.
In 2007, Dr. Nathanson received the Mastership Award from the Academy of General Dentistry, an international organization composed of more than 35,000 dentists dedicated to improving patient care through continuing education. Less than one percent of all practicing dentists ever achieve mastership in the academy. He has undergone more than 1,500 hours of continuing education and still attends courses on a regular basis.
Outside of dentistry, Dr. Nathansons interests include music and theater. A classically trained singer, he has sung the National Anthem at Camden Yards. He has also acted and sung professionally. As a member of the Baltimore Choral Arts Society, Dr. Nathanson has performed with jazz legend Dave Brubeck as well as with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra at Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. He has sung leading roles with the Municipal Opera Company of Baltimore and Oregon Ridge Dinner Theatre, and performed as a featured soloist at Chizuk Amuno Congregation and in the Bach Concert Series at First English Lutheran Church.
Im happiest when were able to help patients achieve a smile they love: one thats healthy and filled with confidence. Dr. Nathanson and our team are the most supportive, wonderful people, and we are all devoted to helping patients change their lives! I work closely with Dr. Nathanson and patients to achieve great oral health, by assisting in various procedures. I also work in our in-house lab, to create custom appliances for our orthodontic patients. I enjoy working with my hands and with people.
I started in dentistry back in 2009 as a dental assistant. I built such a strong passion for dentistry that I decided to continue my education and graduated from CCBC in 2016 as a Registered Dental Hygienist. I am passionate about providing great care and delivering proper education based on each patients individual needs.
Its a joy to get to know our patients on a personal level and build a relationship with each one. The more I know a person, the better I can help them achieve their healthiest smile! Everyone on our Team believes in gentle care and listening to a patients concerns. I make sure that our patients and the community hear about the exciting options we offer for dental care and the terrific experience they will have in our office. Nathanson Dental is a wonderful, unique health care practice, and I want everyone to know it!
I love being part of such an involved dental family. At Nathanson Dental, Ive grown and learned so much more than being a better dental assistant. Creating close bonds and providing top-notch dental care along with comfort and trust is what we do here.
When Im not here at my second home, Im surrounded by the people I love mostmy daughter Kayleigh, nieces, nephews and siblingsdoing what I love most: cooking, hosting a game night or singing my heart out at karaoke. Other than eating hot steamy crabs all year or trying new restaurants with friends, I really enjoy the peace of staying home. Whatever it is Im involved in, you can always be sure that Ill bring the vibe!
Ive always enjoyed helping people. Being a Dental Assistant for 35 years has been a great way to do that. I love helping patients achieve the dental health and smile they have always wanted. My time outside the office is spent with my husband, our puppy Holly, family and friends. I enjoy cooking, time at Deep Creek Lake and serving the community and my church.
At Nathanson Dental, we take time to learn what you want and need in a dental experience. Its essential that we understand your desires so we can help you achieve the healthy, radiant smile you deserve!
Dr. Joel Nathanson and our team provide patient-centered care, where the focus is always on you. Rather than try to dictate a certain treatment, well work with you to find the approach that works for your clinical and personal situation. We want you to be an enthusiastic participant in your oral healthcare and to love every visit with us.
Weve built Nathanson Dental on the belief that you are the most important part of what we do. We offer advanced care with the essential human touch: Were respectful of your individual situation and unique concerns and will always care for you with compassion and empathy.
Dr. Nathanson and our team stay at the forefront of developments in clinical and customer care. Were avid proponents of continuing education, to ensure were providing you with the best treatment and most positive, stress-free environment.