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.

DR. Justin Mullen

Dr. Christopher J. Garofalo — General Dentistry in Howell, NJ

Dr. Justin Mullen is a highly-regarded dentist from Northern New Jersey with a strong educational foundation. A graduate of the College of Charleston and Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, he was also a distinguished member of the Gamma Pi Delta Honors Society in Prosthodontics. Dr. Mullen completed his residency at Hackensack University of Medicine and has pursued advanced training at the Dawson Academy. He is also a member of the Academy of General Dentistry.


Passionate about community service, he has participated in humanitarian projects like Dentistry from the Heart and has dedicated years to serving the Special Olympics and underprivileged communities.


When he’s not in the clinic, Dr. Mullen enjoys attending concerts, playing chess, and avidly supports the Mets and Jets. Specializing in alleviating dental anxieties, Dr. Mullen is committed to helping patients regain their confidence and smile again.



The Moment You Step Into RAMTOWN DENTAL'S Reception Room, You Will Know That You Have Made The Right Choice.


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.

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.

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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