Dr. Marilyn grew up in Newbury, Ohio, a small rural town in Geauga County. She received her BS degree in Biology from John Carroll University in 1999. In 2003, she earned her DDS degree from The Ohio State University College of Dentistry. Dr. Marilyn is a member of the Ohio State University Alumni Association as well as the American, Ohio, and Akron Dental Associations. In addition, she is a member of the American Academy of Facial Esthetics. Dr. Marilyn has trained at the Dawson Academy in St. Petersburg, Florida and at the Bioclear Institute in Seattle, Washington.

She and her husband, Jason, have been married since 2002 and reside in Stow. She enjoys many activities including gardening, attending concerts, and vacationing. Dr. Marilyn and her husband enjoy relaxing by their fire-pit while enjoying a glass of red wine. They have an energetic Goldendoodle, Ruby, who is spoiled rotten and runs their household.