Wayne Magazine Back-to-School 2015 | Page 49

Dynamic Dental Arts 504 Hamburg Turnpike, Suite 204 Wayne (973) 595-8700 www.dynamicdentalart.com SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION “Our patients love us. They love the whole staff. That’s something I don’t take for granted and I’m very appreciative,” says Dr. Lori VanderWende-Bleeker, formerly known as Lori VanderWende-Perrone. “Despite all the advancements that have occurred in dentistry over the past decade or so, there are still people who fear going to the dentist. I laughingly say that sometimes we have to talk them off the ledge. Seriously, that’s why it’s so important to really take the time and listen to their concerns. That way you can address their fears and reassure them.” A hometown girl, Dr. VanderWende-Bleeker got her first exposure to dentistry as a dental assistant and went on to acquire a degree in dental hygiene. Making a total commitment, she enrolled at UMDNJ, was named as a member of Gamma Pi Delta, the prosthodontic honor society, and served as representative for the student New Jersey Dental Association, prior to her 1997 graduation. Practicing at her present location for more than 10 years, VanderWende-Bleeker is a firm proponent of continuing education to ensure that her patients receive the utmost comprehensive and advanced dental treatment. That includes the recent acquisition of the computerized CEREC equipment which enables the patient to receive their crowns within one hour, thus eliminating the need for a second appointment. Such technology can be life-changing. Dr. VanderWende-Bleeker says, “One of our patients was missing the front two teeth. I placed the crowns and the person was so happy he started to cry. You can just imagine, there wasn’t a dry eye in the room.” In addition to applying Cerec crowns, Dr. VanderWende-Bleeker’s roster of services includes cleaning and examinations via digital X-rays, the diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease, restorations, implants, root canals, bridges, dentures, sedation dentistry and Zoom! Teeth whitening. Dr. VanderWende-Bleeker notes that many of her clients come through patient referrals, and her accomplishments have often been acknowledged in the media. She has been featured as one of America’s Top Dentists consistently since 2003 and is currently recognized by The Leading Physicians of the World/Doctors of Excellence. This prestigious achievement is accepted by the International Association of Dentists and inclusion is limited to individuals who have demonstrated leadership and achievement in the field. She is affiliated with Dental Lifeline, an association which provides free dental services to the needy, and she is an active member of the American Dental Associ