Dr. Mark Kolchansky received his dental degree from the University of Kalinin, Russia in 1975. He graduated second in his class. He continued on to Dnepropetrovsk Medical Institute to study in the Department of Oral Surgery. He was involved in various research projects and vastly contributed to the Department of Oral Medicine at the institute. He then went on to study in the Department of Prosthodontics. After immigrating to the states, Dr. Kolchansky continued his studies at Loma Linda University School of Dentistry. He successfully passed the National Board of Dental Examinations and the California Board of Dental Examinations. He has been practicing in California since 1999. Dr. Mark brings a high level of experience in the field of dentistry. Dr. Kolchansky comes from a background of several generations of dentists. His brother, daughter, son in law, sister in law, and father in law are all dentists.
Personal Bio:
Dr. Kolchansky and his wife have been married for over 30 years; they have two children the eldest of which has a successful practice in Northern California.
Personal Favorites:
Book: The School of Hospitality
Film: Once Upon a Time in America
TV Show: KVN
Hobbies:
Swimming, Hiking, and Cooking BBQ.
Patient Story:
A forty-five year-old patient was not dating for 3 years, being subconscious about his teeth and his smile. After Dr. Mark performed cosmetic restorations and some prosthetic work, his patients smile was restored. Six months later, the doctor was pleased to hear that his patient was marrying and starting a family. Till this day, this patient routinely visits the doctor and refers all of his friends and family.