Meet Dr. Gerald Marlin DMD MSD
Meet Dr. Gerald Marlin, DMD, MSD. Specialty-trained prosthodontist with 3,900+ dental implants placed at Elite Prosthetic Dentistry in DC.
Meet Dr. Gerald Marlin DMD MSD
Gerald Marlin, DMD, MSD
Dr. Gerald Marlin is recognized as one of Washington D.C.'s premier prosthodontists, specializing in dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, and complex restorative cases. With over 3,900 dental implants successfully placed and a reputation for excellence spanning more than two decades, Dr. Marlin brings exceptional expertise and dedication to every patient.
Washingtonian "Top Dentist" for Over 20 Consecutive Years
Dr. Gerald Marlin has been recognized as a Washingtonian "Top Dentist" for over 20 consecutive years by his peers, as recently acknowledged in the Washingtonian "Hall of Fame 2024." His experience, continuing education, and unsurpassed quality of work have earned him distinction as one of the Washington D.C. region's leading "problem solving" cosmetic dentistry and dental implant restoration specialists.
Since establishing his private practice, Dr. Marlin has maintained an unwavering dedication to excellence. Through this commitment, he provides patients with long-lasting restorations (35 years vs. the national average of 7-10 years) with aesthetic results so precise that patients have virtually no future problems.
As a leading specialist in the Bethesda-Chevy Chase, Northern Virginia, and Washington DC Metro Area, Dr. Marlin has inserted and restored over 3,900 dental implants. He received his DMD degree from the University of Pennsylvania and a master's in Prosthodontics from Boston University.
Advancing Dental Implant Technology
Dr. Marlin pioneered the technique for creating custom, anatomic implant abutments with a complete emergence profile, regardless of location or the implants' insertion angle. His patented implant system solves significant industry problems by restoring angled and rotated implants.
He holds multiple U.S. patents (9,364,299, 10,390,908, and 11,666,419), a European patent (EP2922492), and five previously issued U.S. and three foreign patents.
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Nationally Recognized Industry Speaker
Dr. Marlin is committed to prosthodontic and cosmetic dentistry education and is a nationally recognized lecturer in this specialty field. He has trained over 450 dental technicians on fabrication techniques and developed hands-on training programs for restoring dental implants.
Universities and organizations where Dr. Marlin has lectured:
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Why Choose Dr. Gerald Marlin
Whether you are experiencing discomfort, aesthetic flaws, or a serious dental issue, your treatment must be effective, long-lasting, and in your best interest. Dr. Marlin and his team hold a unique position among prosthodontist competitors:
One of the few prosthodontic practices providing complete care from extraction and bone grafting to surgical implant placement to final restoration, all with an in-house technician.
One of the only prosthodontic practices with a full-service crown and bridge laboratory (not a milling lab) providing custom fabricated crowns, implant abutments, and bridges.
Over a 10-20 year period, with most implants experiencing virtually no bone loss, far exceeding the national average.
Over 3X the national average lifespan. Simply natural, simply radiant restorations that stand the test of time.
When You Choose Elite Prosthetic Dentistry, You Can Expect
Excellent, long-lasting results in a caring, professional environment
Simply natural, simply radiant crowns, veneers, and implant restorations from our in-house laboratory
The most experienced, professional dental team in the Washington D.C. area
Oral and IV sedation to make dental procedures less stressful
Advanced pain management so most patients experience much less discomfort than expected
Continuing support for years to come with close monitoring at follow-up appointments
A Conversation With Dr. Marlin
Why did you choose a career in prosthodontics?
What do you find most fulfilling about your work?
What is your dental center like?
Tell us about your education and training.
What do you specialize in?
What is the philosophy of your practice?
What milestones shaped your career as a prosthodontist?
In 1985, I was one of the early prosthodontist adopters of osseointegrated implant therapy, including the first in the Washington area to perform implant placement surgery. This meant we would always have the strongest foundation at the outset, with ideally placed implants generating ideal final aesthetic and functional results.
In 1990, I invented and patented an implant restoration system used to successfully restore 14,000 implants. This contributed significantly to our reputation.
In 2012, I invented and patented another implant restoration system that automatically corrects for surgical errors when restoring implants and consistently provides the optimal "drop-in" final abutment and crown.
In 2017, I took over bone grafting procedures to create broader, stronger implant sites before or during implant placement to obtain the best aesthetics and function.
What do you enjoy outside of the office?
What inspired your focus on cosmetic dentistry?
Three words that best describe you?
Why do patients choose you as their prosthodontist?
Professional Associations
Dr. Marlin is an accomplished martial artist, a workout enthusiast, and along with his wife, Patty, a dedicated parent of three and a proud grandparent of six.
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