Dr. Michelle Weddle grew up in Jersey City, NJ where she attended St. Dominic Academy. She was awarded a full tuition grant at Montclair State University, where she graduated from the Honors Program with a Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology and a Minor in Chemistry. She attended New York University College of Dentistry, under scholastic scholarship, and graduated in 2002. She was then selected to train in the General Practice Residency Program at Newark Beth Israel, one of the largest and most comprehensive General Dental Residency programs in the nation. She is the recipient of the Eleonor Bushee Award for Academic Excellence and Leadership in Dentistry awarded by the American Association of Women Dentists; NYU University-Wide Presidents Award for Leadership; Montclair State Universitys Most Excellent Senior in Molecular Biology; and the William and Margaret Sokol Research Grant in Molecular Biology.
Dr. Weddle continues a dental legacy that has spanned three generations, started by her grandfather and continued by both her parents. In 2007, Dr. Weddle was one of the youngest dentists to have been awarded Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry, receiving this prestigious designation before the age of 30.
Dr. Weddles preferred approach to dental care is holistic in nature looking at the overall health of the person and his or her immediate and long-term goals. As a general dentist, she believes that her role is to be a resource for her patients in their general oral health. As such, Dr. Weddle has sought post-doctoral training in the following fields in order to provide her patients with a more diverse and personalized plan to fit their individual needs and wishes: implant dentistry; cosmetic dentistry; orthodontics and Invisalign; pediatric dentistry; dental sleep medicine; TMJ and dental occlusion (jaw mechanics).
Integrating these advanced dental concepts and technologies with old-world caring and compassion are the hallmark of Dr. Weddles practice. She is known for her down-to-earth manner and for her passion in continually improving the technical delivery of her dental care.
A leader in her profession, Dr. Weddle is also a member ofthe Bear Brook Study Club,the Warren Oral Surgery Study Club and the Vanguard Study Club; the current President-Elect of the Central Dental Society Component of the New Jersey Dental Association; a Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry; a member of the American Dental Association; a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry; and a peer-reviewer for manuscripts submitted for publication consideration in 'General Dentistry', the Journal of the Academy of General Dentistry. Sheis an alumni of the world-renowed Pankey Institute and The Dawson Academy.
Dr. Weddle loves spending time with her husband, Rich and their children Katie, age8 and Matthew, age 5. She SCUBA dives and rides roller coasters whenever she can. She enjoys swimming and dancing (Latin, Country, Jazz, Modern, Belly and Bollywood), and is an avid reader. She finished her first triathlon in September 2011, and can't wait to do it again next year.
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Rating 4.8 out of 5 based on 228 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestPaola Perez
a year ago
Dr. Elvira is excellent. Impeccable work. She's always helping you to get the best service.
Lenny Winograd
a year ago
Great Smiles makes you comfortable in knowing you are dealing with professionals. Work is done promptly and efficiently and pretty much painlessly. I recommend them if you need dental work done.
Ronnie Nombre
a year ago
I had great experienced every time I visited the place. The place is clean and tidy. They always observed safety and professionalism. The staff are cordial and welcoming. Dra Elvira is always great.
B Hern
a year ago
Great Doctor great staff -you will be very pleased with the service and staff - its rare now of days to go to and appointment and be treated with a smile friendliness& respect- go see for yourself why this is one my favorite dentist office and I have live in many different parts of America- Barry Hern
SMA Ci.
a year ago
The office has Doctor and employees that speak English, Spanish and Portuguese. Congratulations!
yosoyrick
a year ago
Cool peeps yo. No cap. Yerrrrr
Ancizar Portilla
2 years ago
Best Service, an Dr ever!
Elaine Rodrigues
2 years ago
(Translated by Google) Everything was great, starting at the reception until the service, I loved everyone I didn't know yet, Dr Vilma is always a sweetheart (Original) Tudo otimo, comecando na recepcao ate o atendimento, adorei todos que ainda nao conhecia, a Dra Vilma sempre um amor
Stacey Pilgrim
2 years ago
Staff is very pleasant and thorough..the hygienist is wonderfyl
SMA Ci.
2 years ago
The office has Doctor and employees that speak English, Spanish and Portuguese. Congratulations!
Luis Cifuentes
2 years ago
Excellent service as usual
Mariz Guerrero
2 years ago
Dentist is patient and friendly. My family and I have been going to her for years.
Ashley Dixon
2 years ago
I really love this dentist I have no complaints! Very clean beautiful office well conditioned smells great. The ladies at the front desk were super sweet! The dentist and her assistant was great also. I came for an x-ray for a crown and winded up getting the crown in the same day and I couldn't be happier because my tooth was super chipped. the dentist also was extremely informative and explained everything so well. I'm glad I changed my dentist and came to GREAT SMILES they are the best and very affordable. :)
Lito Tarnate
2 years ago
GREAT SMILE IS THE BEST SO FAR . I CHECKED FEW CLINIC AND DENTIST IN OUR AREA . MY CO WORKER RECOMMENDED GREAT SMILE AND MY EXPERIENCED IS AWESOME. DIANA THE FRONT DESK RECEPTIONIST IS A BIG HELP TO ME , SHE ASSISTED ME IN ALL THE THE PAPER WORK MY INSURANCE AND MY SCHEDULING. I CAME HALF HOUR EARLIER AS SOON AS I GET THERE SHE DIDNT WASTE TIME AND ATTENDED ON MY PROCEDURE WHICH IS 2ROOT CANAL . SHE HAVE A VERY LIGHT HAND AND MY PHOBIA OF HAVING ROOT CANAL PROCEDURE IS GONE. I CANT WAIT FOR THE NEXT APPT NEXT FRIDAY IN THE 22 OF JULY. IF YOURE SHOPPING FOR NEW CLINIC AND DENTIST GREAT SMILE IS THE BOMB. TRY FOR YOURSELF . GREAT SMILE IS MY NEW CLINIC NOW AND MY FAMILY.
Zarina Medel
2 years ago
I love the way they take care of my teeth!
Maria Rivera
2 years ago
I needed an emergency appt.. was told to come in the following day..Great staff and Mrs.Dela Torre is wonderful and a great dentist.
radtekgrad03
2 years ago
Very clean office.. polite and friendly staff.. from check-in to check-out.
JoJo
2 years ago
Dr. DeLa Torre and staff are amazing. They are friendly and accommodating. I am very pleased with my ongoing treatment and looking forward to the end result. I am very skeptical with going to the dentist due to previous experiences. But I must say that Great Smiles Elizabeth is definitely one of the best offices I have been to for quite some time. Keep up the good work
Leydy Ramirez
2 years ago
Great experience. The hygienists and Doctor Elvira are kind and help you feel comfortable.
MOLEE MALEEGUT
2 years ago
i love DrDela Torre she is the best in theworld one of thegreatest person i have ever known
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