Meet Our Dental Team
We believe that fixing teeth is a small part of what we do but what we are truly passionate about is making people smile; whether it be with our contagious energy, gushing over mutual love or perhaps dislike of certain music, or even discussing life’s up and sometimes not-so-up moments. Make an appointment to come meet our dental team!
ELIZABETH
Elizabeth grew up in Kearny and graduated with a degree in Dental Hygiene from Bergen Community College. She has since enjoyed working in the dental field and educating her patients on how to achieve optimal health. Elizabeth loves interacting with patients and getting to know them on a personal level to truly make them feel like a part of our Smile Today family. She is married to her high school sweetheart and they have three adorable children and a cat, Ernie.
HARDI
Hardi studied to become a dentist in India and came to the USA in 2008. She graduated from the NYU Dental Hygiene program in 2012 to pursue her desire to help people maintain healthy smiles. She finds working at Smile Today to be a lot of fun and is proud of the quality, pace, and professional care we deliver to the community. She has been married to her husband for 9 wonderful years and they love spending time with their two sons.
PATRYCJA
Patrycja grew up in Wallington and moved to Poland where her passion for dentistry began. She came back to the US in 2018 to pursue a degree in Dental Hygiene. She was a dental assistant for years prior to becoming a hygienist. Patrycja’s main focus is educating patients on how to improve their oral health while striving to develop a long lasting, meaningful relationship with them. She is married to her high school sweetheart and they both enjoy winter sports such as skiing and snowboarding.
DANIELLA
Daniella (Dee) has been an integral part of Smile Today for over 12 years. She has experience in dental assisting, treatment planning, insurance, and patient finances. Dee goes above and beyond to make our patients feel like a part of our dental family and is always looking for new ways to improve our office and patient experience. When she is not working, Dee enjoys spending time with her 3 beautiful kids.
CHRISTINE
Christine is a life-long Rutherford resident. She graduated cum laude from Montclair State University. She has been working in the dental profession since 2017 when she started overseeing the office of Dr. Carolyn Strassman in Rutherford. She looks forward to keeping those patient relationships as well as building new ones. Christine strives to make each patient’s dental experience as friendly and comfortable as possible. When she is not in the office, she is cheering on the Mets, going to the beach, and spending time with family and friends.
SABRINA
Sabrina, a Jersey Shore native, has been in the healthcare industry for over 6 years. Sabrina enjoys helping our patients understand their dental insurance benefits and financial options. Her guidance and attention to detail provide a stress-free experience for our patients. When she is not working loves to travel, dine out and spend time outdoors. She values quality time with her husband and their two children.
JOSIE
Josie joined our team after graduating from Montclair State University in May 2024 with a bachelor’s degree in Public Health, concentrating in Health Administration. With a passion for helping others and a bright, welcoming personality, she’s often the first smile you’ll see when you walk through our doors. She brings a strong foundation in healthcare systems and a genuine love for connecting with patients, making sure everyone feels comfortable and cared for from the moment they arrive. Outside of work, Josie enjoys spending quality time with her family, friends, and her energetic 2-year-old Frenchie, Ace. Her favorite color? Pink—of course!
HEATHER
Since 2016, Heather has been passionately serving as a registered dental assistant, deeply committed to the field of dentistry and dedicated to ensuring patients feel comfortable and cared for during their visits. As Smile Today’s Clinical Coordinator, Heather is also responsible for overseeing training, inventory management, and clinical workflow. Beyond her profession, she finds joy in outdoor activities, exploring new places through travel, and cherishing moments with her two dogs and cat.
SARAH
Sarah graduated Kean University with a BFA in 2016 and has been a dental assistant for over 6 years. She truly loves interacting with our patients, getting to know them, and helping them feel comfortable in the dental setting. She has really enjoyed learning multiple new aspects of dentistry and is in pursuit of her dental hygiene license. When Sarah is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family and crocheting adorable plushies.