“Everyone deserves to feel the confidence of a GREAT smile.”

Dr. Ben Fishbein is the owner of Fishbein Orthodontics with eight locations surrounding Pensacola, Florida.

Dr. Fishbein serves as the official smile provider for the Pensacola Blue Wahoos – the minor league baseball team of the Miami Marlins. He also serves on the board of the EscaRosa Dental Society, and lectures at several orthodontic residency programs, dental societies, and orthodontic meetings.

“I love my job because it uniquely combines a scientific element with artistic creativity, in which I can meaningfully impact the quality of life for others!”

Dr. Howle adds another level of care, understanding, and aid to our mission to serve our community with respect and dedication by instilling healthy habits at a young age! One of her favorite parts of the process is showing patients the before and after photos from their treatment, as well as being part of not only the physical, but the psychological transformations that stem from newfound confidence.

Gjergj Mara was born in Tirana, Albania. He speaks Albanian, Greek, Spanish, English, and Italian. He graduated from La Salle University in 2008 with his Bachelor of Arts in biology. He went on to obtain his Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D) from the University of Pennsylvania in 2013 and completed a general practice residency at Abington Memorial Hospital in 2014.

“I love helping people become their best and most confident selves, one smile at a time.”

Dr. Joseph Fishbein was born in Baltimore, Maryland. He graduated from The University of Maryland Baltimore County with a degree in music education, while also studying Biology for a pre-dental focus. With Dr. Joey’s musical background, he is very passionate about music education for students, and is currently getting involved with supporting music programs throughout our community.

“I love interacting with patients and watching their excitement when they see their new smile!”

Dr. Craig was born in Tucson, Arizona and has an undergraduate studies at the University of Arizona with a major in Nutritional Sciences Proud Phoenix Suns Fan. He moved across the country to attend Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine and received a Doctor of Medicinal Dentistry Degree.

“The greatest gift in orthodontics is the long-lasting relationships with our patients. I’m committed to providing quality orthodontic care and helping each patient attain their orthodontic treatment goal!”

Orthodontics is about transforming patients as we improve their smile, esthetics and self-confidence. Born and raised in Caracas, Venezuela, I graduated Magna Cum Laude from Florida International University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and a minor in Chemistry. Later, I attended University of Florida College of Dentistry where I earned a Doctor in Dental Medicine degree. After completing dental school, I attended Jacksonville University School of Orthodontics where I earned a Master of Science in Dentistry and a Certificate in Orthodontics.

“The best part of this profession is not just being able to create smiles, but give patients a reason to smile.”

Dr. Mike completed his undergraduate education at Cornell University with a B.S. in Nutritional Science. He then attended Columbia University’s College of Dental Medicine where he obtained his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. As the proud older brother to someone with special needs, Dr. Mike has a strong commitment to caring for the underserved. After dental school he completed a yearlong General Practice Residency at New York-Presbyterian’s Helen Hayes Hospital treating the elderly and the differently abled.