David Zug, DMD
Dr. David Zug first opened this dental practice on the square in Manheim in 1983, after receiving his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree (DMD) from the University Of Pittsburgh School Of Dental Medicine earlier that year. Dr. Zug received training in all the fields of general comprehensive dentistry, and completed numerous externships in the “specialties” of the Profession while at the University of Pittsburgh. He also was very involved in Organized Dentistry, having served as the Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine President, and Trustee of the Northeast Regional Dental Schools. Dr. Zug received his undergraduate Bachelor of Science degree from the Pennsylvania State University, graduating Magna Cum Laude in Honors Biology in 1978.
A Lititz native, Dr. Zug returned to settle in Manheim with his wife Claudia, who is originally from Manheim. Together they chose the quaint and charming town square to locate their home and office in the fall of 1983. They now have three grown children, David, Graham, and Daneen, all Penn State graduates. With Dr. Zug and his staff deeply embedded in the Manheim community, the practice has thrived alongside all the hometown developments of the area. Dr. Zug serves the Manheim Central School District as the School Dentist, while assisting numerous sports teams, and various Lancaster County and Manheim area organizations.
While at the University of Pittsburgh dental school Dr. Zug expounded on his broad clinical training by completing several advanced programs in specialty and general dentistry at Allegheny General Hospital, Erie Veterans Administration Hospital, and Westmoreland Regional Hospital. Since then Dr. Zug maintains a very active continuing education program in multiple disciplines including general dentistry, advances in esthetics, orthodontics, emergency care, and new materials and technology. He is a lifetime member of the United States Dental Institute, Lancaster County Dental Society and Pennsylvania Dental Association along with the American Dental Association. Dr. Zug is an active participant in the Seattle Study Club, and multiple educational and advancement programs through both university and private organizations.
Although there are many accomplishments that Dr. Zug has had in his life he is most proud of the quality of Dentistry that he has brought to his patients, and for the pleasant atmosphere he has created in his office. This dental practice is truly a gathering of friends, benefitting from exceptional dental care. Together, Dr. Zug and his staff continue to give Manheim and Lancaster County Something to Smile About!
Daneen Zug, DDS
Yep, you guessed it - Dr. Daneen is the daughter of our very own Dr. David Zug! After graduating from Manheim Central, she attended Penn State University where she earned her BA in Kinesiology. While at PSU she was also a captain of the Penn State D1 field hockey team. She excelled in both athletics and academics and earned national honors for both. Dr. Daneen continued her education and graduated with her Doctorate of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the University of Maryland School of Dentistry in May of 2016. UMSOD is listed in the top 5 dental schools in the country! While in school, Daneen was inducted into the Gamma Pi Delta Prosthodontic Honor Society in recognition of academic excellence and selected as a student member of the Admissions Committee. She also volunteered with Smiles for Success, a non-profit group that provides dental care to women who are victims of domestic violence. Dr. Daneen is a current member of the American Dental Association, Pennsylvania Dental Association, and the Lancaster County Dental Association. She enjoys all facets of dentistry but especially cosmetics.
Daneen now resides in Manheim with her husband Bill Whiteside and is very involved with the community. She is still active in sports, playing in field hockey leagues and golfing all year round. Daneen and her husband are members at Conestoga Country Club where Daneen regularly beats Bill in golf. Daneen enjoys spending time with friends and family, especially on the Chesapeake Bay. She is also a very talented artist! Daneen embodies the passion and motivation for dentistry that we look for in our team. We believe our staff and our patients are very lucky to have her join our practice!
F. Reed Mask, DMD
Dr. F. Reed Mask graduated from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine and has served Pennsylvania for his entire career. For the last 20 years he has had the pleasure of serving Lancaster County. He is excited to continue his career in the Manheim area.
Outside of the office, Dr. Mask enjoys spending his time with wife and children, golfing, following college sports and cooking. He particularly loves cheering for his Alma Mater; The University of Mississippi. His entire family thoroughly enjoys living in Lancaster county and exploring the Susquehanna River region.
Dr. Mask was born and raised in Jackson, Mississippi. His career path has taken him from The University of Mississippi to The University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine to St. Mary's, Pennsylvania and lastly to Lancaster county.