ABOUT OUR DOCTORS

Dr. Mark A. Santomenna

Santomenna  Mark A Dr. Mark — General Dentistry in Howell, NJ
Dr. Mark A. Santomenna graduated from New York University's College of Medicine and Dentistry in 1980. Prior to dental school, he received his undergraduate degree from Rutgers University and his graduate degree from Southern Connecticut State College. Since establishing his practice in 1981, Dr. Mark has kept up to date with many continuing education classes, ensuring that patients receive the most comprehensive and advanced dental care available.

Besides dental care, Dr. Marks second passion is Fossils. From boyhood fascination with fossils, young Mark earned two degrees in the field - a BS in biology and a Masters in zoology. He became Dr, Mark when he followed the natural progression from discovery and study of ancient bones to the preservation of living teeth.

Dr. Mark provides, at no cost, major dental care that is life changing in our community through “Donated Dental Services Organization”.

Dr. Mark and his wife Annie have been living in Howell for over 30 years raising their daughters. He is very involved in his local community taking care of their needs. During his free time he enjoys reading, weightlifting/training, going to the beach, watching SEC football games, Rutgers wrestling and spending time with his family traveling.


Contact us to learn more about Dr. Mark's background and our general dentistry.

DR. Christopher J. Garofalo

Dr. Christopher J. Garofalo — General Dentistry in Howell, NJ
Dr. Christopher J. Garofalo, originally from New York, has called New Jersey home since he was 12 years old. He was raised in Middletown, NJ, attending Middletown High School South, prior to studying Biology and Psychology at Rutgers University in New Brunswick. At Rutgers, Dr. Chris graduated with the highest honors, Summa Cum Laude, and was subsequently selected to attending the College of Dental Medicine at Columbia University, one of the top-ranked universities in the world and one of only three Ivy League Institutions with a Dental Program. During his years at Columbia, Dr. Chris remained involved within several organizations and graduated with multiple awards and distinctions upon being awarded his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) Degree.

Dr. Chris later completed a General Practice Residency (GPR) at Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune, NJ, where he comprehensively treated a diverse patient population using a multi-disciplinary approach. He is currently an active member of the American Dental Association (ADA), New Jersey Dental Association (NJDA), and Academy of General Dentistry (AGD).

Dr. Chris understands each patient has a unique smile and thus seeks to provide individualized treatment to assist patients in achieving their goals. His ultimate objective is to improve the quality of life for his patients while maintaining a relaxed environment and level of trust to deliver care at the highest level.

Dr. Chris is a big sports fan, closely following teams such as the Yankees, Giants, Rangers, and Scarlet Knights. In his free time you may find him at a sporting event supporting these teams, at the beach, reading, or spending time with his family.
The Moment You Step Into RAMTOWN DENTAL'S Reception Room, You Will Know That You Have Made The Right Choice.
You and everyone in your family will experience friendly, attentive dentistry at its best.
Your schedule coordinators warm greeting is step one in joining the Ramtown family. Step two is your invitation ti view educational video modules of restorative and cosmetic procedures- lamination, bridgework, crowns, and dentures, even one-hour brightening. You will know beforehand exactly what to expect in the treatment tailored just for you.

Dr. Mark and his Ramtown Dental Team are perfectionists, highly qualified in the most up-to-date techniques and technology to provide the benefits of ideal dentistry. For adults who experience anxiety over dental care, sedation treatment can be made available.

Because oral health is vitally linked to overall well-being, Dr. Mark's Team takes time to learn about your personal medical history and the medicines you take. Your treatment plan is designed for you alone as part of your total, long- term health care and recorded on CD-Rom, presented to you in your permanent patient folder, and updated as needed.

Dr. Mark and the Ramtown Team will go out of their way to make sure that you are a happy member of the family. To show you how important you are, they celebrate Patient Appreciation Days at holiday times throughout the year. Gift Certificates are awarded to those whose names are drawn from patient entries in the Ramtown prize basket.

Because you are special, each step of your care is as individual as you are.
At Ramtown Dental, we will enable you to feel and look your best through EXCELLENT dental care.
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