Our Doctors
Cosmetic & General Dentist in Bryn Mawr, PA
The doctors at Bryn Mawr Dental Associates maintain the highest levels of accreditation and pursue ongoing education to stay abreast of the latest trends in dentistry.
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Paul K. Bookman, DMD Paul K. Bookman, D.M.D. has built a reputation among his colleagues and patients for his clinical ability, his attention to detail, and above all, his genuinely warm demeanor. A graduate of Tulane University and the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine, he has been practicing in Bryn Mawr since 1987. His passion for the art and science of dentistry - and for the way it can be used to enhance his patients' lives - is what keeps him committed to staying at the forefront of professional developments. The enthusiasm he has for the profession continues to grow. Away from the office, Dr. Bookman enjoys skiing, scuba diving, and spending time with his wife, Debby, and their two children, Mark and Rachel. He established the "Save a Heart Fund"; a charity devoted to a specific heart and muscle disease, and is actively involved in its funding and research efforts. Memberships: * American Dental Association * Pennsylvania Dental Association * Chester/Delaware County Dental Association * Academy of Stomatology * Main Line Dental Society (past president) Dr. Bookman has been voted Best General Dentist by Main Line Today magazine in 2008, 2009, and 2010 |
"It's the personal side of dentistry that appeals to me most. I like being able to work with people who are anxious about dental visits and watch them become enthusiastic about the progress of their treatment." |
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Michael B. Pavel, DMD Michael B. Pavel, D.M.D. has been practicing dentistry in Pennsylvania since 1986 - and in that time he has come to be recognized as a skilled clinician with a warm, inviting chairside manner. He devotes a good portion each year to upgrading his skills through continuing education, and he has extensive experience in all facets of general dentistry. Born and raised on the Main Line, Dr. Pavel attended Penn State University and Temple University School of Dentistry. |
"Trust is a fundamental part of the dentist-patient relationship and I want all my patients to be fully informed every step of the way. Maybe people don't always look forward to a dental appointment, but I always strive to make my patients' experiences a little better, a little easier, and a little more enjoyable with each visit." |
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John J Thaler II, D.D.S. John J. Thaler II, D.D.S. has been practicing dentistry for over 30 years, the last 21 along the Main Line and Delaware. A graduate of Holy Cross College and the University of Maryland, Dr. Thaler received his doctorate from the BCDS, Dental School, University of Maryland. He served in the .S. Navy Dental Corps for nine years where he completed a General Practice Residency at Portsmouth Naval Hospital, Virginia, and a two-year Prosthodontic Residency at the Navel Postgraduate Dental School, Bethseda, Maryland. He continues to serve in the Navy Reserve Dental Corps. He has been a faculty member in the Department of Prosthodontics, as an assistant professor, at Southern Illinois University School of Dentistry and Temple University Dental School, and in the Department of Restorative Dentistry, as an assistant clinic professor, at the University Of Pennsylvania School Of Dental Medicine. He has lectured locally and nationally on the topics of Prosthodontics and Implants. He has been recognized by his peers as one of the Top Dentists in the specialty of Prosthodontics in both the Main Line Today and Delaware Today Magazines. Dr. Thaler lives in Wayne, PA with his wife, Leslie, who is an elementary school teacher. They have two grown children and one grandson. Away from the office, Dr. Thaler enjoys family time, fixing and building things, and marathon and triathlon endurance events. |
"Many patients arrive with problems, fears, and misconceptions. It is important to treat them gently, compassionately, and without judgment. Only then can we help them solve their problems, allay their fears, and clarify their misconceptions. I enjoy educating my patients about their oral conditions and helping them achieve and maintain optimum oral health. This carries over into other aspects of their lives and we are both better for it." |
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Ryan C. Dunn, DMD Ryan C. Dunn, D.M.D. is originally from upstate New York. He became interested in dentistry at an early age through his sister who is an orthodontist. Dr. Dunn attended St. Lawrence University for his undergraduate studies and then completed an additional year to receive his Masters in Education. In 2000, he followed his sister's footsteps and enrolled at Temple University School of Dentistry. Upon graduation he practiced with Suburban Dental Associates in Allentown and then joined Bryn Mawr Dental Associates in early 2006. Outside of treating patients, Dr. Dunn enjoys spending time with his family and numerous outdoor activities. |
"What I enjoy most about dentistry is the friendship and trust that you build. One on one contact and strong patient education are the keys to developing a solid, long, lasting relationship." |
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