Manisha graduated from the University of Connecticut, School of DentalMedicine with a DMD in 2010. Prior to graduating from The University ofConnecticut, Manisha received a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) in 2000from Punjabi University, India. Thereafter, Dr. Bhalla completed oneyear of General Practice Residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital,Queens in 2011. She is certified by NYS in Conscious enteral sedationthrough oral sedation and nitrous oxide which allows her to treat manyfearful and anxious patients. Manisha has an extensive experience inboth hospital and private setting. She has been in private practice as afamily dentist for four years in the Hudson Valley, working for aleading dental practice in Woodstock, NY where both children and adultpatients adored her. She shares a great relationship and rapport withmost of the area specialists. Manisha is passionate about crown andbridge, restorative dentistry, cosmetic and aesthetic dentistry,Invisalign, smile designing and makeover and has been mentored byleaders in the field. Manisha has trained in cosmetic dentistry at the Rosenthal Institute Aesthetic Advantage Continuum. This training incosmetic dentistry is directed by Dr. Larry Rosenthal and is one of thebest programs in the US. Additionally, Manisha is certified in Dentalcare for the Developmentally Disabled program, from Stony BrookUniversity School of Dental Medicine and is a certified Invisalignprovider.
Manisha prides herself to base her philosophy on treating patients asshe would treat her own family and creating lasting relationships basedon trust. Her focus is on patient comfort and providing a greatexperience. She keeps up with latest technology and techniques andactively participates in continuing education to provide the latest andgreatest in dentistry to her patients. She is an active member ofInternational Congress of Implantologists.
In her free time, Manisha enjoys camping/ hiking, walking the railtrails, visiting local farms, artists, and antique shops, arts, andcrafts, reading, traveling, meeting new people and exploring newcultures and adventure sports.
A lifelong resident of Poughkeepsie, Elaine has been practicing dental hygiene for over twenty years, the last eighteen within the practice. Elaine is a graduate of the dental hygiene program at Orange County Community College. In May 2006 she was recognized for the outstanding treatment she provides to her patients as one of six hygienists nationwide to win the Healthy Gums andHealthy Life Awardfrom the Butler Corporation. Along with Dr. Bhalla, Elaine shares an enthusiasm for continuing education, as evidenced by her recent certification to administer local anesthetic enabling her to provide an increased level of comfort. Elaine's gentle touch and caring approach make her patients' hygiene visits truly enjoyable.