About Dr. Moore
VP - Illinois Association of Endodontists
Dr. Alex Moore was born and raised in the Rockford area; he is thrilled to return and serve his hometown community.
B.S. - DEPAUL UNIVERSITY
He attended Belvidere High School and then began his dental education by studying biology at DePaul University. While at DePaul, he worked in a molecular biology research lab studying nerve regeneration. He was able to present his findings at several international conferences as well as become a published author in the Journal of Comparative Neurology.
D.M.D. - UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT CHICAGO
After graduating with honors, he received his doctorate at the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry. During his time at UIC he was awarded scholarships from the American Dental Association as well as the Illinois State Dental Society. He was one of two students selected to participate in the Endodontic Enhanced Specialization Track, which gave him greater experience in the field of endodontics. Dr. Moore was selected to the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honor Society, which is an honor society chosen by the faculty of the dental school that recognizes top students in each class. While at UIC, he was active in organized dentistry and was chosen to be the UIC Delegate to the Illinois State Dental Society.
M.S. - MARQUETTE UNIVERSITY
He became fascinated with modern root canal therapy and elected to specialize in endodontics. He continued his education at Marquette University School of Dentistry where he earned his endodontic specialty certificate and master’s degree. His master’s thesis studied factors affecting root canal success and he presented his research at several international conferences. While at Marquette, he served as the Chief Resident and provided endodontic lectures to the dental students. For the first two years after graduating, Dr. Moore was part-time faculty in the endodontic department at Marquette.
Rockford Endodontics - EST. 2019
After opening Rockford Endodontics, he married his college sweetheart, Samantha, who practices as an optometrist in our Rockford community. In 2023 they welcomed their adorable son, Austin Christopher Moore, and have been obsessed with him ever since. He is currently serving as the Vice President of the Illinois Association of Endodontists. Dr. Moore is passionate about endodontics and he looks forward to providing exceptional care and a compassionate experience to each and every one of his patients.
