Dr. Mark A Urbach, DDS
Pediatric DentistryNPI: 1649318734
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About This Provider
Dr. Mark Urbach is a pediatric dentist in Houston with 19 years of experience making dental care fun and comfortable for children. He completed his dental degree and specialized pediatric training at top Texas institutions, including a residency at Texas Children's Hospital where he still works as a staff member. Dr. Urbach is board-certified in pediatric dentistry and trained in sedation techniques, so he can help even anxious children feel safe and calm during their visits. He uses gentle techniques, entertainment like magic tricks and balloon animals, and special tools like soft tissue lasers to help kids learn healthy dental habits that last a lifetime. Dr. Urbach is accepting new patients and accepts most PPO insurance plans and CareCredit.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- University of Texas School of Dentistry in Houston (D.D.S.)
- University of Texas in Austin (undergraduate)
- Pediatric Dentistry Residency at Texas Children's Hospital
Board Certifications
- Parenteral Sedation Permit from Texas State Board of Dental Examiners
- Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Credential: DDS
NPI registered: 02/02/2007
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- Video games and entertainment systems
- Disney movies
- Happy Tooth Train
- Soft tissue lasers
- Advanced lasers for frenectomies
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- Texas Dental Association
- Greater Houston Dental Society
- Houston Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- Staff Member at Texas Children's Hospital
Awards & Recognition
- Recognized as one of Marvin Zindler's Angels
Beyond the Office
Serve on the Associate Board of Directors of the Children's Museum of Houston
Active support of children's efforts in the Houston area
Staff Member at Texas Children's Hospital
Became interested in dentistry as a five-year-old in his Dad's dental office in Tyler, Texas
Avid member of the Mickey Mouse Club
Enjoys entertaining children with magic and balloon animals
Married to Rosetta
Has two sons: Dr. Alan D.D.S. (just graduated dental school and in pediatric dental residency) and Greg (just graduated St. Thomas University, pursuing accounting and business law)
Practice is family-owned and has been serving Houston for 3 generations
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