Mark W. McDonough, DMD

Mark W. McDonough, DMD Our practice's top priority is to provide the highest quality orthodontic treatment in a friendly, c Mark W.

McDonough, DMD Orthodontist, a Board Certified provider of orthodontic care, has been located in Pennington, New Jersey, since 1994. We utilize the latestest technological advances in the industry, such as invisible ceramic braces and Invisalign, along with the latest in digital imaging and computer graphics to ensure that you receive the most efficetive care possible. Dr. McDonough has been voted "One of the Best Dentists in America" as well as on of "The Best Dentists in New Jersey". He has been designated an Invisalign "Premier Provider" which is a distinction given to the top 5% of Invisalign dentists in the country. He is a part time Clinical Instructor at Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia since 1995 and gives lectures to dental professionals at local and regional meetings.

Today is National Candy Corn Day! Candy corn is the official candy of Halloween. You’ve eaten it many times, but do you...
10/30/2025

Today is National Candy Corn Day! Candy corn is the official candy of Halloween. You’ve eaten it many times, but do you know what color is on the small top point of the candy? No googling or asking Alexa! Is it white, orange or yellow?

Research shows that the average woman smiles 62 times per day, and the average man smiles only 8. Women often smile to d...
10/29/2025

Research shows that the average woman smiles 62 times per day, and the average man smiles only 8. Women often smile to defuse tension – and it works. Come on guys, use that smile more often!

“Today, give a stranger one of your smiles. It might be the only sunshine he sees all day.” - H. Jackson Brown, Jr.
10/28/2025

“Today, give a stranger one of your smiles. It might be the only sunshine he sees all day.”
- H. Jackson Brown, Jr.

Did you know that the alignment of your teeth can affect your speech? If you or your child struggles with certain elemen...
10/24/2025

Did you know that the alignment of your teeth can affect your speech? If you or your child struggles with certain elements of pronunciation, it could be attributed to your teeth.

1. Lisp or Whistling
A primary cause of the development of a lisp or whistle is overbite—when upper teeth overlap the bottom teeth too much. Another cause could be gaps in teeth, which impede correct placement of the tongue and allow air to escape while talking, creating a whistling sound. Braces can correct overbite and close the gaps between teeth.
2. Word Slurring
To correctly form words and regulate talking speed, our tongues need freedom to move. If the structure of the jaw or placement of teeth restricts that movement, stuttering or slurred speech is more likely. In most cases, braces can align the teeth and allow room for the tongue.
3. Mispronunciation
Certain sounds are very difficult to pronounce when teeth aren’t where they’re supposed to be. Orthodontic treatment places teeth where they need to be for better pronunciation.

Orthodontic treatment isn’t a magical cure for all speech challenges. However, for people working to correct speech disorders, orthodontics can offer life-changing solutions. And the advantages of orthodontic treatment are not limited to speech therapy alone. The confidence that comes from having a straight, beautiful smile and the oral health benefits will last a lifetime.

During National Orthodontic Health Month, we want to remind you that the American Association of Orthodontists suggest t...
10/23/2025

During National Orthodontic Health Month, we want to remind you that the American Association of Orthodontists suggest that children be seen by an Orthodontist by the age of seven. Not every orthodontic problem can be corrected at age seven, but most problems can be identified. We will monitor any child’s jaw growth and tooth development every 6 months, until we determine if orthodontic treatment would be beneficial or not, and we do this complimentary!

Halloween can be a SCARY night for your braces! Please remember your wires before you start digging into candy. Take ...
10/22/2025

Halloween can be a SCARY night for your braces! Please remember your wires before you start digging into candy. Take a few minutes to refresh your mind as to what you can and can’t eat when in orthodontic treatment. Here are a few treats that should “not scare” your braces, so enjoy: Plain M&Ms, Soft Cookies, Marshmallows, 3 Musketeers Bars, Peppermint Patties, Reese’s and anything else with a soft texture that is not hard or sticky. Avoid the treats that can play tricks on your braces like these: Caramel, Taffy, Popcorn, Hard Nuts (anything with nuts), Hard Pretzels, Skittle-Type Candies and anything else that is hard, sticky or chewy. When in doubt, ask for someone to help you sort your candy into good vs. evil! And whatever you do, PLEASE brush and floss after you devour those goodies!

We would love to hear from you! We are constantly working to be a 5-star practice. Your kind words can help us know if...
10/21/2025

We would love to hear from you! We are constantly working to be a 5-star practice. Your kind words can help us know if we’re succeeding!

It is the month of ghostly magic … you never know!
10/20/2025

It is the month of ghostly magic … you never know!

If a bracket on your braces accidentally breaks off this weekend, don’t panic. We have a few tips to help you handle the...
10/17/2025

If a bracket on your braces accidentally breaks off this weekend, don’t panic. We have a few tips to help you handle the situation. The first thing you will want to do is to check out the damage. Does the bracket still have contact with the wire? If it does, keep it in place and stabilize it by covering it with a piece of orthodontic wax. If it doesn’t, take the bracket out of your mouth and keep it in a safe place. Make sure to bring it with you to your next appointment. If the bracket slid out of place when it broke, move it back into position with a cotton swab. The broken bracket may cause a wire to protrude out of place. If this happens, it’s best to clip the wire with a pair of fingernail clippers. As you do this, make sure to clip the wire as close to the bracket as possible. You want to avoid having cuts inside your mouth. You can use your orthodontic wax to cover any wire to minimize discomfort. And finally, please call us on Monday to make an appointment. If you delay treatment, your smile transformation could also be delayed. So, don’t be hesitant to call our office and explain the situation to our team so we can get you in as soon as possible if necessary.

Today is a very important day to all of us here at Dr. McDonough's. It’s the day we get to brag just a bit, because we ...
10/16/2025

Today is a very important day to all of us here at Dr. McDonough's. It’s the day we get to brag just a bit, because we are pretty sure we have the best boss in the world!

Triathlon world championships in Wollongong,Australia - our daughter Carolyn finished 4th for Team USA for her age group...
10/16/2025

Triathlon world championships in Wollongong,Australia - our daughter Carolyn
finished 4th for Team USA for her age group, 29th overall in her age group. Glad to be able to cheer her on. Congratulations 🇺🇸👏🦘😀

If you recognize any of these signs or concerns in your child or yourself, it might be time to schedule a consultation w...
10/15/2025

If you recognize any of these signs or concerns in your child or yourself, it might be time to schedule a consultation with an orthodontist. We would be happy to set up an appointment for a complimentary evaluation!
1. Early or late loss of baby teeth
2. Difficulty chewing or biting
3. Mouth breathing
4. Sucking the thumb or fingers, or other oral habits
5. Crowded, misplaced or blocked-out teeth
6. Jaws that shift, make sounds, protrude or are recessed
7. Speech difficulty
8. Biting the cheek or biting into the roof of the mouth
9. Protruding teeth
10. Teeth that meet in an abnormal way or don’t meet at all
11. Facial imbalance or asymmetry (features out of proportion to the rest of the face)
12. Grinding or clenching of teeth
13. Inability to comfortably close lips

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245 S Main Street
Pennington, NJ
08534

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Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm

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Celebrating 25 Years - 1994-2019

Dr. Mark McDonough, a Board Certified provider of orthodontic care, has been located in Pennington, New Jersey, since 1994. His team is the best! Many team members have been with him for more than 15 years. We utilize the latest technological advances in the industry, such as invisible ceramic braces and Invisalign, along with the latest in digital imaging and computer graphics to ensure that you receive the most effective care possible. Dr. McDonough has frequently been voted "One of the Best Dentists in America" as well as on of "The Best Dentists in New Jersey" by several publications. He has been designated an Invisalign "Premier Provider". He is a part time Clinical Instructor at Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia since 1995 and gives lectures to dental professionals at local and regional meetings. He is an editor of a national orthodontic journal - Orthodontic Practice US and is active in professional dental societies. He has served as president of the Mercer Dental Society and the Greater Philadelphia Society of Orthodontists. If you have any concerns about orthodontic treatment, we would be happy to answer all your questions. Call today for a consultation.