Dr. Mark Thoreson is more than a dentist—he’s an innovator redefining what patient comfort feels like. Raised in a family of doctors, he learned early on that trust, empathy, and communication are the foundation of great care. That perspective now guides everything he does in and out of the operatory.

Blending clinical expertise with entrepreneurial spirit, Dr. Thoreson developed the Inflatrix, a breakthrough device that makes fillings faster, gentler, and far less intimidating. 

He’s also passionate about mentoring the next generation through his comprehensive dental assistant training program and fostering a more human, connected approach to dentistry.

From his small-town North Dakota roots to leading-edge innovation in Wyoming’s booming business community, Dr. Thoreson is proof that modern dentistry can be both high-tech and deeply personal.

To learn more about Wyoming restorative dentist Dr. Mark Thoreson

Learn more about Inflatrix

Follow Inflatrix on Instagram @inflatrixdental

Read the article How I Scratched the “Dentist-Inventor Itch” on pages 34-35 of Dental Entrepreneur Magazine’s summer 2025 issue

ABOUT MEET THE DENTIST 

Whether you're visiting a dentist for the first time or considering a change, the more you know about who’s behind the chair, the better your experience will be.

Meet the Dentist features trusted professionals sharing their expertise, so you can feel confident about who you trust with your smile.

Meet the Dentist is a production of The Axis.
Made with love in Austin, Texas.

Are you a dentist? Book your free 30 minute recording session here.

Host: Eva Sheie 
Assistant Producers: Mary Ellen Clarkson & Hannah Burkhart
Engineering: Spencer Clarkson
Theme music: A Grace Sufficient by JOYSPRING