Dr. Marica Irving-Ray was born in London, England, and raised in northern New Jersey. She completed her undergraduate degree in botany from Rutgers University in 1985. She went on to earn her Doctor of Dental Science degree from Howard University College of Dentistry in 1991. Dr. Irving-Ray is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry and the National Dental Association. 

Her desire to pursue a career in dentistry came from having negative dental experiences as a child. For Dr. Irving-Ray, providing exceptional care for her patients and their oral health is a priority. Her goal is to earn their trust and provide a positive experience so they will walk out of the office with smiles and motivation to return.

When Dr. Irving-Ray is not practicing dentistry, she enjoys spending time with her husband. Together they have one daughter who is a chemical engineer in Baltimore, Maryland. She enjoys reading biographies, watching movies from the 30s and 40s era, as well as documentaries. She is an avid college basketball fan who eagerly anticipates March Madness. Dr. Irving-Ray is a member of a local music trivia team that competes every week. Something unique about her is that she was once a contestant on the game show, The Weakest Link.