Dr. Rick Mars, DDS: Press, Awards & Recognition

Dr. Rick A. Mars

One of only a handful of general dentists in the country to hold Invisalign Master Faculty status — an internationally recognized educator, published author, and award-winning clinician who has transformed smiles and trained thousands of dentists for more than three decades.

Nationally Honored. Globally Respected.

Dr. Mars’s commitment to excellence has earned recognition from Align Technology, leading dental organizations, national publications, and patients across South Florida and beyond.

Invisalign GP Educator / Faculty Member of the Year

Named Invisalign’s GP Faculty Member of the Year and awarded the distinction of Master Faculty at the Annual Invisalign Faculty Meeting — chosen as “the best of the best” among Align’s global educators.

Invisalign Master Faculty — One of Only ~5 GPs Nationwide

One of only a handful of general dentists in the United States to hold Invisalign Master Faculty status, and the first South Florida dentist to serve on Align’s National Faculty.

Invisalign Speaker of the Year

Voted Speaker of the Year for Invisalign in 2019 — an award-winning international speaker recognized for excellence in clinical education and digital workflow training.

America’s Top Dentist

Voted one of America’s Top Dentists for Invisalign, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry by the Consumers’ Research Council of America.

Leading Dentist of the World

Named a Leading Dentist of the World by the International Association of Healthcare Professionals (IAHCP), recognizing distinguished achievement in the field.

Best Dental Office in Miami-Dade

Dr. Mars’s practice was honored as Miami Herald’s Favorite / Best Dental Office in Miami-Dade and recognized in the Miami New Times “Best of Miami” Reader’s Choice poll.

Extensively Trained. Globally Credentialed.

Dr. Mars combines Ivy-caliber academic training with decades of advanced clinical and continuing education in cosmetic, restorative, and digital orthodontic dentistry.

DDS — Doctor of Dental Surgery

Georgetown University School of Dentistry.

Emory University

Bachelor’s degree prior to dental school.

Invisalign Diamond+ / Top 1% Provider

Among the highest-volume Invisalign providers in the country.

Align Technology North America Faculty

Member of Invisalign’s (Align’s) North America Faculty; lecturing on Invisalign since 2007.

Author — “The Big Smile”

The Principles of Modern Dentistry for Dentists and Patients.

Managing Partner — The Dental Care Group

Leading a multi-location practice serving South Florida since 1970.

A Book That Bridges Dentists and Their Patients

In “The Big Smile,” Dr. Mars sets out to remind dentists how fortunate they are to serve in the profession — and to help patients build strong, trusting relationships with their providers. His mission is to peel away the curtain and show that dentistry is about far more than healthy, beautiful smiles: it’s about changing and transforming lives.

Drawing on decades of educating thousands of dentists, the book speaks to both practitioners and the patients they serve.

A Trusted Voice in Modern Dentistry

Dr. Mars has lectured to thousands of dental professionals worldwide and published widely in dental and mainstream media.

Among 250+ speaking engagements, Dr. Mars has presented at two of the largest dental meetings in the United States, plus the Heartland Dental Winter Conference and events across Asia and Europe.

Published dental articles in Dentistry Today — the nation’s leading clinical dental trade publication — on comprehensive dentistry and digital Invisalign workflows.

Authored commentary for The Hill, contributing a dental and healthcare professional’s perspective to a national audience.

Regularly profiled in Aventura Magazine and South Florida community publications for his clinical leadership, book, and Invisalign honors.

Delivered “Comprehensive Dentistry and Digital Workflows with Invisalign Clear Aligners” to fellow practitioners.

Dr. Mars and The Dental Care Group have been featured across South Florida’s major television networks and in the Miami Herald.

Affiliated With the Industry’s Leading Bodies

Trusted Across Every Major Platform

Dr. Mars’s reputation is reflected in thousands of reviews and verified provider profiles across the web.

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Call or request an appointment online at any of our three South Florida locations — new patients always welcome, and we’re conveniently open Saturdays.

Three Convenient South Florida Locations

Aventura

Pembroke Pines

Fort Lauderdale

Managing Partner · Invisalign Master Faculty · Author of “The Big Smile” · Serving Aventura, Pembroke Pines & Fort Lauderdale, Florida.