Our highly qualified NJ dentists are Dr. John T. Moran, Dr. Zachary S. Zemla and Dr. Michael Pignataro with a philosophy of honesty, caring, and clinical excellence. Dr. Moran, Dr. Zemla and Dr. Pignataro are dedicated to providing an environment for clients that are always friendly and non-judgemental. Their hand-picked staff members strive to make your dental experience a pleasant one.
Read more about our NJ family dentists Dr. Moran, Dr. Zemla and Dr. Pignataro below.
Dr. John T. Moran went into private practice right after graduating from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in 1979. Prior, Dr. Moran attended Lafayette College where he received his BS in 1974.
In additition, he has served as a public health dentist in the Elizabeth, NJ public schools for many years, treating children in an underserved area. He is also certified by the Mid Atlantic Dental Implant Institutute, and especially enjoys the challenges presented with cosmetic dentistry. In addition to his time spent in our offices, Dr. Moran also serves as an Assistant Professor of Oral Diagnosis at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine.
Dr. Zachary Zemla received his BA from Rutgers University in 1974 & completed his MS in 1976. After graduating from dental school, Dr. Zemla did his residency at Robert Wood Johnson Hospital, where he remained an attending for years afterward. He has certificates from the New York Institue of Oral Pathology and the Mid Atlantic Dental Implant Institute. Working for the East Newark Public Schools, countless hours of continuing education credits, and 38 years of clinical experience have added to his expertise.
Dr. Michael Pignataro grew up in Lincroft, NJ where he went to high school at Middletown High School South. He completed his undergraduate education at Monmouth University where he received a Bachelor of Science followed by attending Rutgers Graduate School where he completed a Master’s Degree in Biomedical Science.
He then earned his dental degree from Rutgers School of Dental Medicine where he graduated in the top of his class and was inducted in the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society, among receiving many other awards and recognitions. He was also a very active member of the school, serving as his class’s Vice President for his first three years and as the Student Body President in his fourth year.
Dr. Pignataro has always had a passion for dentistry and helping others. He started working as a dental assistant right after high school and remained working as a dental assistant for six and a half years prior to starting dental school. He continues to enjoy helping his patients and giving them a confident smile.
Whether you need a routine checkup or a more advanced procedure, Drs. Moran, Zemla, & Pignataro are all highly qualified and able to assist you. Contact our office to schedule an appointment today.
