Dr. DR. STEVEN MAREK, DDS

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Get to know Dentist Dr. Steven Marek, who serves patients in Joliet, Illinois.

Dr. Marek provides comprehensive, state-of-the-art dental care to patients at his private practice – Steven E. Marek, D.D.S., LTD – in Joliet, Illinois. Dedicated to building and maintaining the healthy and beautiful smiles of his patients, he offers a full spectrum of dental services, including cosmetic and restorative dentistry, periodontal therapy, oral surgery, pediatric dentistry, and endodontic therapy. 

“Whether your dental needs include a complete exam and cleaning, a full-mouth restoration, or anything in between, we promise to provide you with exceptional and compassionate care every step of the way. Our comprehensive approach to dentistry and our pursuit of the finest in dental care is unsurpassed. We offer revolutionary treatment alternatives that can change your smile quickly, easily, and permanently. Our goal is to make your visit with us an extremely pleasant one and to help you achieve and maintain optimal oral health.” as stated on their website. 

A native of the Chicago area, Dr. Marek attended the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry. After graduating from dental school, he was very eager to remain close to home and serve the dental needs of his community. He is very proud of the fact that many of his patients have been coming to the same dental office for more than forty years and continue to send their family and friends to be cared for by him and his wonderful staff.

Dentistry, also known as Dental and Oral Medicine, is a branch of medicine that consists of the study, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders, and conditions of the oral cavity. Dentists diagnose and treat dental issues and help patients develop better oral hygiene regimens. They clean teeth, correct bite issues, perform surgeries and extractions, and perform other duties to ensure that the teeth and mouth are healthy. 

Happily married, Dr. Marek and his wife, Lori, have two beautiful children.

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