Dr. Michael Weiss
Professional History
By the age of 14, Michael Weiss knew he wanted to be a dentist. He enjoyed building things, inventing gadgets, biology, teaching and helping people. He was also very detail-oriented. So dentistry seemed to him like a natural choice for a career. He began his college education at La Salle University. He then attended the New York University College of Dentistry where he graduated with honors in 1984. Since then, Dr. Weiss has been active in pursuing post-graduate training, including advanced training in aesthetics, occlusion, and TMJ therapy. Dr. Weiss is also one of six accredited cosmetic dentists in Pennsylvania, and he is active in the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. He has published nationally and internationally and has lectured at the Temple University School of Dentistry.
Treatment Philosophy
The reason Dr,. Weiss finds dentistry so enjoyable is that he loves helping people improve their smiles so they feel better about themselves. Often, after doing a smile makeover, the patient will be so overcome that they cry with joy. He and his staff love this part of their work. When it comes to patient education, he doesn’t mind spending extra time to observe and make personal recommendations or corrections on brushing and flossing techniques of his patients. He enjoys helping his patients save teeth and prevent tooth damage with simple procedures such as adjusting occlusion.
Personal Interests
Dr. Weiss has spent his lifetime in the Philadelphia area. He loves the varied accessibility to New York City, the mountains, and the seashore. He married his wife Diane in 1988. She also serves as a member of the office staff. Their two sons are now grown and have chosen careers in bio-medical engineering and culinary arts. Dr. Weiss has been active for years as a Boy Scout. He has been a scoutmaster for over 30 years in the same troop where he earned his Eagle rank years ago. Both of his sons are also Eagle Scouts. He enjoys building about anything and working with most construction materials. He has been riding dirt motorcycles since he was 4 ½ years old. A lifelong sculptor, builder, and artist, he enjoys the art of creating new smile designs and the joy of helping his patients look and feel better.
Dr. Brandon Goldwater
Professional History
Dr. Goldwater was born in Abington, PA and grew up in Lafayette Hill. He has spent his entire life in the Philadelphia area growing up and practicing dentistry. He graduated in 2004 from Pennsylvania State University with a major in biology and genetics, and he graduated from Temple University School of Dentistry in 2008 with his Doctor of Medical Dentistry. He regularly attends CE (continuing education) classes and has been progressing towards acquiring fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry. He received advanced training at West Jersey Hospital through a general practice residency, now Virtua Hospital in 2008 and 2009. Dr. Goldwater is also a member of the Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) and is considering moving forward and attaining his accreditation with them, just like Dr. Weiss.
Treatment Philosophy
Dr. Goldwater works hard to provide excellent comprehensive care by using the most modern techniques and strives to make the dental visit as enjoyable as possible. His philosophy has always been to treat all patients as though they were a member of his family. His greatest joy is performing smile reconstruction and the happiness that it brings to patients. Spending time with his patients and making sure they understand everything is one his strong suits and he encourages asking questions and patient participation.
Personal Interests
Dr. Goldwater is a huge sports fan and is dedicated to cheering for his favorite teams: the Eagles, the Phillies, the Flyers, the 76ers, and Penn State. He is the proud dog dad of Lyle, an English Bulldog, who spends most of his day snoring and sun bathing.