Meet the Pequannock Valley Dental Associates Team

Dr. Brian Marino was raised in Oakland, NJ, where he attended Indian Hills High School. He currently resides in Wyckoff with his wife, Kristen, their three children (James, Elizabeth, and Madelyn) and their Golden Retriever, Ryder. Outside the office, Dr. Marino is a devoted family man who loves cheering on his kids in soccer and lacrosse. A passionate New York Yankees fan, he is also an avid outdoorsman who enjoys fly fishing the streams of the West, the Catskills, and locally on the Flat Brook alongside his son James and brother Frank. He loves traveling and exploring new destinations with his family, and always finds his way back to beloved Cape Cod, where fishing, biking, and paddle boarding await.

After years of working alongside other practitioners, Dr. Marino followed his vision and founded Pequannock Valley Dental Associates in 2007. Built on the belief that quality patient care should be delivered in a warm, welcoming environment, the practice reflects his commitment to connecting with each patient on a personal level, working together to develop treatment plans tailored to their individual needs.

In April 2021, Dr. Marino and Kristen expanded their family of practices by acquiring Dr. James Walter's office in Montville, now known as Montville Center for Dentistry. December 2023 brought two additional locations: The Center for Dentistry of Vernon and Whitehouse Station Center for Dentistry. Each location has undergone meaningful updates: modern facility improvements, the latest dental technology, and a growing team of dedicated professionals, all in service of the communities they call neighbors.

Dr. Marino earned his Bachelor of Arts in Biology with honors from Rutgers College and went on to graduate as a Dean's Scholar from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ), now Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. He completed his General Practice Residency at Hackensack University Medical Center, consistently ranked New Jersey's #1 hospital by U.S. News & World Report.

A true lifelong learner, Dr. Marino routinely exceeds the annual continuing education requirements in all areas of dentistry. He has been an Invisalign provider since 2004 and is one of a select few dentists to have traveled to Costa Rica to tour the Invisalign manufacturing facility, where he worked directly with case specialists to master the latest techniques in clear aligner treatment. He is also a member of the American Academy of Clear Aligners (AACA).

His pursuit of excellence has led him to complete advanced coursework in occlusion, restorative dentistry, and temporomandibular joint disorders at the renowned Dawson Center, as well as advanced digital dentistry training at the Scottsdale Center for Dentistry in Arizona. A CEREC user since 2008, Dr. Marino has personally placed thousands of same-day porcelain crowns and remains at the forefront of CAD CAM technology. He is also a graduate of the Schuster Center for Dentistry, a program designed to help highly skilled clinicians structure their practices around ethical, patient-centered care.

Most recently, Dr. Marino has pursued advanced training in dental implants through Minec America in Irving, TX, and has traveled to the Dominican Republic to further develop his surgical and prosthetic implant skills, a testament to his dedication to offering patients the most comprehensive care possible. He is an active member of both the American Dental Association (ADA) and the New Jersey Dental Association (NJDA).

Dr. Marino and his highly trained team are truly dedicated to providing the best possible experience for you and your family, because your optimal dental health is always the priority.

Dr. Kelly Fennelly grew up in Pompton Plains, New Jersey, and is proud to be serving the community she has always called home. Known for her warm, friendly personality and down-to-earth approach, Dr. Fennelly is especially valued by patients for how easy she is to talk to and her ability to create a calm, stress-free dental experience. She takes the time to listen, explain, and ensure every patient feels comfortable and confident in their care. She resides in Kinnelon, New Jersey, with her husband, their two young children, and two Labrador retrievers.

Dr. Fennelly earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Marist College and went on to receive her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, graduating magna cum laude. She then completed a General Practice Residency at Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, New York, where she trained at a highly regarded Level I trauma center, gaining extensive experience in comprehensive and emergency dental care.

Dedicated to providing the highest level of care, Dr. Fennelly continues to advance her clinical skills through ongoing education. She has completed advanced training through the 3D Implant Institute, focusing on implant placement and surgical procedures. She also has a strong passion for dental esthetics, with additional Invisalign training, and is currently working toward Botox certification for both facial esthetics and TMJ-related treatments.

Outside of the office, Dr. Fennelly enjoys spending time with her family, especially outdoors. Her hobbies include running, hiking, mountain biking, and skiing, her favorite winter activity, often in the Catskills.

Dr. Neville Hatfield grew up in Boise, Idaho, where he spent his youth immersed in the outdoors, camping, hiking, fishing, white-water rafting, and embracing every adventure imaginable. He now proudly calls Wyckoff, New Jersey home, where he and his wife are raising their three young daughters.

Dr. Hatfield graduated Magna Cum Laude from the Boston University School of Dental Medicine, where he also served as Class President. Following dental school, he completed a prestigious General Practice Residency at the Manhattan Veterans Affairs Hospital, providing comprehensive prosthetic and surgical care to military veterans through close interdisciplinary collaboration.

Committed to delivering the highest standard of dental care, Dr. Hatfield remains actively involved in evaluating and lecturing on dental products and materials. He serves as a clinical advisor to multiple dental companies, contributing his expertise to the development of innovative dental instruments, materials, and technologies. This involvement allows him to thoughtfully select advanced, reliable solutions that deliver long-lasting, esthetic results for his patients.

Patients consistently appreciate Dr. Hatfield's friendly demeanor and dedication to creating an exceptional dental experience. Outside the office, he enjoys cooking and is currently perfecting his pizza-making skills using his at-home pizza oven.