Dr. Marks graduated from Churchill High School in 1978 and then attended The Pennsylvania State University where he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in the marine sciences in 1982. His postgraduate Doctor of Dental Medicine degree and a one year elective anesthesia course was completed at the University of Pittsburgh in 1987. Upon graduation from Dental School Dr. Marks entered a General Practice Residency in the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery department at Montefiore Hospital in Pittsburgh which he finished in 1988 prior to opening his office in Moon Township. He has been in private practice in the same location for 25 years and a native Pittsburgher for over 50!

Dr. Marks stays on the cutting edge of dentistry by attending both required and elective continuing education courses and belongs to several study groups where specific cases are reviewed and diagnosed with some of his peers. His concentration of study is mainly in implant and cosmetic procedures. He has completed training in Botox and Juvederm for both therapeutic and esthetic facial treatments.

Dr. Marks and his staff are trained in CPR, use of a portable defibrillator, and emergency care. Dr. Marks is a long-time member of the American Dental Association, Pennsylvania Dental Association, and the Dental Society of Western Pennsylvania and has joined the American Academy of Facial Esthetics.

Our team takes a gentle approach, easing any concerns you might have by providing valuable patient education. We take the time to listen so that we can best understand your particular needs and provide the highest standard of personalized dental care.

The practice of dentistry encompasses an amazing array of services and procedures, all with a common goal: to help you to preserve your natural teeth as long as possible, ensure your oral health, and keep you looking and feeling great throughout life.

There's so much that can be done these days to improve the appearance of a person's smile at any age. From powerful, professional whitening treatments to amazingly realistic porcelain veneers to state-of-the-art dental implants, there's a wide range of exciting possibilities.

The first step in any smile makeover is a thorough dental examination to make sure that your cosmetic problems really are just that, and not a sign of underlying dental disease. Once your health has been established, your smile can be cosmetically enhanced in a variety of ways.

Many people only go to the dentist when something is wrong. That is truly a shame, because they are missing out on so many preventive services that can save discomfort and expense down the road. Regular dental visits are essential to make sure oral health problems from tooth decay to oral cancer are detected and treated in a timely manner. Some individuals may need to see the dentist more often than others to stay on top of problems like plaque buildup and gum disease, but everyone should go at least once per year.

Your regular dental visits will include a thorough oral exam to check the health of your teeth and gums; and oral cancer screening to spot any suspicious signs early; and a professional cleaning to remove stubborn deposits and make your teeth look and feel great. So don't miss out on the many benefits dentistry offers you and your family!

It is extremely helpful for you to bring in pictures you have collected of smiles you like, smiles you don't like, and/or photos of the way your own smile used to look, if that's the result you're aiming for. Now is the time to get started on creating a smile that will make you feel as good as you look!

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