Dental Staff

All the professionals at Dr. Benson's office maintain the highest levels of accreditation and pursue ongoing education to stay abreast of the latest trends in dentistry.

Dr. Benson, a native of New York City, received his Bachelor of Science in Biology at Fairleigh Dickinson University in Teaneck, New Jersey in 1978. While attending Rutgers University School of Dental Medicine in Newark, NJ, he entered the Naval Reserve Dental Program and was commissioned as an Ensign. In August 1981, he attended Officer Indoctrination School at the Naval Education and Training Center in Newport, RI. After graduating from Rutgers in 1982, Dr. Benson reported to the Naval Regional Dental Center, Naval Station, San Diego, CA and then in 1984 was transferred to Branch Dental Clinic, Naval Air Station, Miramar, CA.

In July 1985, Dr. Benson separated from active duty and entered private practice in Fairlawn, OH. before opening his own office in 1990. He has built a very successful family and cosmetic dental practice because of his dedication to rendering quality care in a pleasant and friendly environment.

Dr. Benson is a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry . He is also a member of the American Dental Association , Ohio Dental Association , Akron Dental Society , Academy for Sports Dentistry , American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and the International Team for Implantology . He has been active in organized dentistry on both the state and local levels. Dr. Benson continued his military service since his separation from active duty until 2007 when he retired with the rank of Captain in the United States Navy Reserves.

Dr. Benson is very active in the community, serving on several boards and has been involved in coaching youth sports at the Shaw JCC and as a baseball coach and team sponsor in the Revere Baseball/Softball Association.

Dr. Benson and his wife Eileen, live in Copley, OH with their three children, Alyssa, Michael, and Kyle.