Dr. Michael Messing,DDS, MPH
(973) 921-0771
About us
Dr. Messing's Training and Background
Respected Authority on TMJ Disorders, Snoring and Sleep Apnea, and Cosmetic Dentistry
- 1 of 10 Dentists in the state of NJ to hold the Diplomate of the Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine credential
- Founding Director, Center for TMD, Hospital Center at Orange
- Referral resource for physicians, dentists, and chiropractors
- Founding member, executive board, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, NJ Chapter
Author
- Published articles on cosmetic dentistry, occlusion (bite function) and TMJ disorders
- Quoted newspaper resource for reports on updates in cosmetic dental procedures
Lecturer
- Instructed members of the New Jersey Dental Association on original, innovative treatment techniques at an Annual Session Meeting
- Presented Technical Papers to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
- Teaches and conducts workshops and hands-on seminars for practicing dentists at locations throughout New Jersey
- Former Instructor, Hospital Center at Orange
- Former Instructor, Englewood Hospital
- Personal Mentor for practicing dentists on complex occlusal rehabilitation
Committed to Education
- Graduate, B.S. Colgate University, Biology with honors and Fine Arts
- Graduate, M.P.H. Columbia University, School of Public Health
- Graduate, D.D.S. Northwestern University Dental School
- Certified, Center for Advanced Dental Study, Diagnosis & Treatment of Masticatory System Problems (TMJ disorders, Facial pain, and Headaches)
- Diplomate of The Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine
Memberships and Affiliations
- Founding member, Executive Board, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, NJ Chapter
- Member, Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine
- Member, American Dental Association
- Member, American Equilibration Society
- Member, New Jersey Dental Association
- Member, New Jersey Oral& Facial Pain Society
- Member, Academy of Medicine of NJ
- Member, NJ Sleep Society
Artist
- Creates Original Bronze Castings, Paintings, and Drawings
- View Some of Dr. Messing's Artwork
- Sculpture Award, Northwestern University Art Show
- Sculpture Award, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Art Show
Personal
- Married
- Father of two boys
- Enjoys family outings: skiing, bicycling
- Soccer Dad