Dental Team – Spring Lake, NJ
Compassionate, Intuitive Patient Advocates
The members of the Smile Studio of Spring Lake staff are always thinking about their patients’ needs before anything else. They focus on providing excellent service and maintaining a friendly, comfortable dental environment for every visit. You’ll also find that they’re very knowledgeable and will go out of their way to answer your questions during your visit. The brief biographies below can serve as a brief introduction to our staff before you call for an appointment.
Audra,Registered Dental Hygienist
Audra has been working in the world of dentistry for nearly 35 years, and she’s proud to say that she works for the most dedicated, skilled, and compassionate dentist ever! The best part of her job by far is that it feels like home. The amazing team members and wonderful patients all feel like family, and she makes it her mission to treat every new visitor with compassion and respect.
Audra and her husband Eddie have a daughter, Kayla and a son, Matthew. Outside of working hours, she enjoys swimming, riding bikes, taking walks along the beautiful Jersey Shore, and trying new recipes in the kitchen with her family. Most Saturdays, you can find them cheering on Matthew at the football field and basketball court. She’s also always working on arts and crafts and loves putting together unique gifts to show others how special they are to her!
Kathleen, Registered Dental Assistant
For Kathleen, the best part about being a dental assistant is getting to provide specific treatments for each unique patient so that their needs are met. She loves that Smile Studio of Spring Lake is a very progressive office that uses only the finest materials for an outstanding care experience! Her career in the dental world spans a full decade so far.
Christine, Office Manager / Front Desk Coordinator
Chris entered the dental field right out of high school, some 30+ years ago. Over the years Chris has assisted both clinically and administratively. She really enjoys the business end of the office most of all. Here, she can assist patients in understanding their financial and insurance options as they pursue and achieve their dental health goals. Chris is very excited to be part of the amazing team and looks forward to getting to know and work with all of the fantastic patients here at Smile Studio of Spring Lake.
Chris and her husband, Rich, are empty-nesters who are incredibly blessed with an ever-growing family, including their 3 wonderful children, 2 loving in-laws, and 5 beautiful grandchildren to date. Together Chris and Rich enjoy DIY projects, cooking, entertaining, wine tasting, gardening, raising butterflies, hiking, kayaking and any excuse to celebrate special occasions by making lasting memories with their family and friends.
Inga, Registered Dental Assistant
Inga has been in the dental field for over 30 years. She started on the administrative side and has experience with both the clinical and business aspects of dentistry. She loves being a part of our wonderful team at Smile Studio of Spring Lake and looks forward to serving our patients for years to come. Nothing makes her happier than helping people receive the care they desire and deserve.
Inga and her husband have been married for over 25 years, and they have three children. You’ll often find them cheering on their youngest at sporting events, and she also likes to relax by exercising and cooking.
