I love creating smiles that are more beautiful and thus more frequent. Few things in the world are more expressive than a smile, and I take pride in transforming reluctant and timid smiles into ones that radiate happiness and self-confidence.
I feel fortunate to have the opportunity to meet and care for such a tremendous group of people. Each of my patients is important to me. Each person has a unique story; I love hearing that story and sharing a part of their life with them. Whether Im treating an adolescent and watching them grow and mature along with their new smile, or working with an adult who is finally getting the healthy, incredible smile theyve always wanted, Im helping them. Its an amazing experience.
Oral healthcare, especially orthodontics, is a changing field. New technologies, materials, and processes are constantly becoming available. These result in the best treatment experience and the most amazing results for our patients. As an orthodontist, I remain current on the developments through continuing education courses and participation in study clubs.
Im a native of Chester, NJ who now calls Randolph my home. My wife Stephanie and I have 4 wonderful children, Carina, twins Lilliana and Christian, and Josephine. When Im not working, I spend as much time as possible with my family and friends. I enjoy golfing and frequent trips to the NJ shore and Im also a devoted sports fan.
A persons smile is something that I have learned is influential to a persons ability to be comfortable with themselves. A smile can affect personality, confidence, and self-esteem. I have witnessed and experienced firsthand the power that having the smile youve always wanted can have on an individual. To have the privilege to affect my patients in such a personal way is invaluable.
The intimate relationships that are fostered from regular patient visits makes it an even more unique and rewarding experience, as I get to follow my patients through such an exciting transition in their lives with a grand finale of having a beautiful smile that they can feel good about.
I completed my undergraduate studies in Biobehavioral Health with a minor in Biology at the Pennsylvania State University. I then earned my Doctorate of Dental Medicine from Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. While in dental school, I was the recipient of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry Award of Merit, and was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honor Society and Gamma Pi Delta Honor Society. Following dental school, I completed my three-year orthodontic residency at the Montefiore Medical Center, where I served as Chief Resident.
Due to the ever- changing nature of the field of orthodontics, I remain up to date in the latest advancements through continuing education courses, seminars, and study clubs to ensure my patients receive the best possible care and the utmost result.
I was raised in Morris Plains, New Jersey and now live in Cedar Knolls with my husband Scott and our dog Riley. When not at work, I can be found at the hockey rink supporting my husbands hockey team or golfing with my parents. I love spending time with family, golfing, needlepoint, and traveling.
We recognize that all of our patients are unique and deserve to receive orthodontic care that reflects their individual needs. Our experienced and talented team is committed to working with you and your family to create a comfortable, stress-free, and rewarding orthodontic experience every time you visit our practice.
I love seeing the happiness of our patients and their families when the braces are taken off. Those incredible new smiles are amazing! I greet our patients when they arrive, answer our phones, and schedule future visits. I also manage our reception area and am always available to answer questions and help patients and parents. Its important that everyone feels welcome and happy while here, and I do my best to make sure that happens.
I love talking with our patients and hearing about their hobbies. Each person has such wonderful stories to tell and we develop great friendships. Seeing a friend develop a healthy, beautiful smile, is the best experience! I help patients and parents with financial arrangements, including financing options, fees, and maximizing their insurance benefits. I also handle the practice billing, insurance, and banking matters.
I am here to help give every patient the best care for their orthodontic treatment. I enjoy being around people, especially when I know I am able to help them in a way that will positively affect their lives forever. There is nothing better than seeing a beautiful Lehnes Ortho smile when treatment is complete!
My husband Neil and I have a daughter Jordanna and a wonderful granddaughter named Paisley.I enjoy spending my free time cooking, decorating cakes, and counted cross-stitching. I also like to watch NHRA drag racing and we go every year for the Summer Nationals in Englishtown!
I have worked at this practice for over 32 wonderful years. Each member of our orthodontic team is dedicated to the comfort and happiness of our patients. We are all here because we want to help our patients achieve a beautiful smile and increased self-esteem. Each patient gets the best possible care and is treated like a family member. Our doctors and staff work very well together which provides excellence in patient care and treatment results. We love to celebrate our patients new smiles!
I am the mother of three adult children: Danielle, Ashley, and Adam. Im an avid recumbent bike rider and enjoy kayaking, hiking, swimming, gardening, and being outdoors every opportunity I get. I also like exploring Civil War battlefields and learning American history!
I enjoy making sure that our patients have a great time visiting our practice and an overall wonderful orthodontic experience. As one of our assistants, I explain treatment, encourage patients, and work with them on a one-on-one basis. I look forward to helping all of our patients achieve beautiful, healthy smiles. We have a great team, too! Our doctors are the best! They love their patients and it shows. They explain treatment details, socialize, know their patients lives, and treat each person with 100% kindness and caring.
My husband Scott and I have two daughters named Jenn and Julie. I love to cook and entertain family and friends. My family and I love vacationing in Cape May. I am also a racetrack mom and spend every Saturday from April until October supporting my kids and husband as they race cars in Pennsylvania!
Its wonderful seeing a patient who was previously unhappy with their crooked teeth and watching them become proud of their new smile. I make my patients feel comfortable and relaxed during their visits. I take orthodontic impressions and X-rays, change wires, and insert retainers. I also fabricate custom models and retainers. Its important that each patient knows they are welcome here and can trust us, so I work to build rapport with them.
I work at our front desk, welcoming patients and families as they arrive. I love seeing those happy smiles as people come through the doors: this is such a positive, fun office and our patients reflect that. I also work in our clinic area, assisting doctors and patients. I really like watching people transform along with their smiles. When the braces come off and the new smile is revealed, everyone celebrates with that person.
Our practice has earned a reputation for providing premier orthodontic care in a fun, loving environment. We set the highest standards and utilize the finest techniques available. We treat all of our patients with honesty and integrity, striving to care for them as if they were our own family members or loved ones. As a result, Lehnes Orthodontics has been deemed one of the best orthodontic practices in the state by New Jersey Monthly Magazine for seven consecutive years. This acknowledgement is particularly meaningful to us as it is awarded based on an independent poll of our dental colleagues statewide.
In addition to being orthodontic specialists, Drs. Lehnes and Sittmann are two of only a small percentage of orthodontists in the area that have gone a step beyond to become board-certified Diplomates of the American Board of Orthodontics.
To become board certified, an orthodontist must pass a rigorous set of written and clinical examinations, as well as a comprehensive review of his or her credentials.The initial process of becoming board certified can take anywhere from five to ten years and culminates in the presentation of treatment results for critical review by a panel of nationally respected peers.Once certified, an orthodontist must become re-certified every ten years to maintain board status.
The significance of board certification, however, goes far beyond achieving the approval of a panel of experts. The greatest benefit comes from the continued in-depth self-evaluation that drives Drs. Lehnes and Sittmann to pursue perfection in every smile they touch. In short, Drs. Lehnes and Sittmann became board certified to benefit their patients who deserve only the very best.