Dr. Michael Lee is only one of a handful of dual specialists in the nation trained in providing both the surgical and restorative aspects of dental treatment. With his expertise and guidance, you can develop a comprehensive dental plan and ultimately make informed, confident decisions. Why is this important? This unique qualification allows Dr. Lee to create a seamless transition between the different phases of treatment and allows the patient the comfort of having one doctor to treat all of their needs.

In his past life, Dr. Lee was a thrill seeker. He has gone skydiving, bungee jumping, canyoning, ziplining, and on a safari to Tanzania. He also enjoys mountain biking, snowboarding, and playing golf. But nowadays, his thrills come from watching his two young sons Maddox and Devin growing up.

Dr. Yvette Zimering attended Columbia College in the City of New York where she graduatedCum Laude with a double major in premedical studies and music.Recognizing the need toprovide soothing, gentle empathetic care, Dr. Zimering then went on to attend Harvard School of Dental Medicine graduating with a DMDdegree.

Dr. Zimering returned to Columbia University where she obtained an MS degree in Prosthodontics. She is also a board-eligible Prosthodontist and a member of the American College of Prosthodontists. Dr. Zimering has co-authored multiple publications and has extensive experience in all aspects of restorative dentistry including implant crowns, dentures and bridges.

Dr. Caroline Ahn is our in-house endodontist who performs all the root canal procedures for our patients. We understand how our patients prefer to remain under our care without having to leave for additional treatment, so we are happy to offer this service for them. Dr. Ahn is committed to providing the best quality care in a comfortable, compassionate, and professional manner. She is an active member of the American Association of Endodontists, New Jersey Dental Association and Bergen County Dental Society.

Dr. Ahn graduated from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. She then received her Doctorate of Dental Medicine from Harvard University School of Dental Medicine. After graduating from dental school, Dr. Ahn practiced general dentistry in Allston, MA before attending New York University College of Dentistry Advanced Education Program in Endodontics for 2 years where she obtained a Certificate in Endodontics. She continues to further her education by keeping current with the latest advances in the field through various continuing education courses.

Tricia attended Middlesex College and graduated with a degree in Applied Science in Dental Hygiene. She recently completed her bachelor of science degree in hygiene at OHehir University. She is a Registered Dental Hygienist who has 23 years of experience in the field. Providing the highest level of care for our patients is her priority. She enjoys working collaboratively with our stellar doctors in diagnosing and implementing the very best overall care. Tricia is also licensed to administer local anesthesia, offering palliative care when necessary. Her belief is that dental hygiene is critical in overall dental and systemic health.

Married to Paul Thomson for 23 years, they have two children Paula and Kaitlin. She loves to spend time together whether its in their backyard, boat, or enjoying the outdoors. My family is not an important thing, it is EVERYTHING Michael J. Fox

Joanie received her degree in dental hygiene in 1988 from Union County College and completed her Bachelor of Science degree from Rutgers in 2015. She is licensed to administer local anesthesia, a great service to comfort patients undergoing periodontal care. Joanie formulates and implements patient maintenance programs and has expertise in soft tissue management. She is dedicated to working with her patients to achieve optimum oral health and providing thorough but gentle care. She is proud to be part of the Pinehurst Dental Arts team.

When Joanie is not in the office, youll often find her managing her own photography business, distance running, gardening, or enjoying NYC. She resides in Rumson with her husband Richard, and is a proud mother of her daughter Amanda.

Amanda has been in the dental field for over 15 years and became a Dental Hygienist in 2011. You will find that she is compassionate, able to put her patients at ease and ensures a positive, friendly dental experience. Amanda is very dedicated to the dental health care profession and makes sure all of her patients feel comfortable and leave the office feeling great about their oral health and well being.

Mary is a Registered Dental Assistant who attended Shore Dental Academy and upon completion, obtained her certification. She strives to continually be at the forefront of dental technology by keeping up with her continuing education credits. She was instrumental in introducing a dental scanner to the office which is critical in the digital age of dentistry. Mary strives to give each patient the utmost quality in dental care and to remove any apprehension and anxiety out of dentistry.

Elaine is a Registered Dental Assistant who counts working in dentistry as one of the most wonderful experiences. Throughout her career, she has had wonderful mentors and friends in the dental field who have helped her be the best dental assistant she can be. She has a passion for dentistry that is unmatched and will always go above and beyond for all of her patients. She loves working with her amazing coworkers who are experienced, warm, and compassionate. We are not just a working office, we are family!

Elaine is a proud mom of three beautiful children Kristy, Steven, and Nicholas. She grew up in Long Island, NY and moved to Middletown 21 years ago. She loves living so close to the beach, fishing, and boating.

KayLynns passion for dentistry began while enrolled in a dental assisting program. Her inspiration came from her stepmom being a dental assistant for 30 years. KayLynn recently became CDA (certified dental assistant) and RDA (registered dental assistant) in 2021! She takes great pride in education and tries to excel in everything she learns. But her main desire is to help patients feel more at ease and appreciated by showing empathy and compassion with each visit.

When KayLynn is not in the office, she enjoys spending time with her five nieces, and her three cats Andouille, Roux and Cooper. She also enjoys hiking, going on adventures, and an awesome sunrise or sunset. She is grateful for the friendships she has made with her coworkers.

Shannon has been in the dental field since 2015 working both the front end as an insurance coordinator, as well as on the clinical side as an assistant. Because of her experience in both areas, she can answer almost any questions you may have during your visit. You can also sometimes find Shannon at Middletown Pediatric Dental where she is great at helping with kids. She enjoys working with them, as she has two daughters of her own, JaeLynn and Tesla. Shannon loves being quirky and creative in all aspects of life. There is art everywhere, including dental.

Alicia is a lifelong resident of Middletown and has been in the dental field since 1997. She began her career as a Registered Dental Assistant offering excellent clinical skills and customer relations. Over the years, she transitioned to the practice management aspect of dentistry. Because she has a keen understanding of both the clinical and administrative aspects of treatment, she is able to guide our patients throughout their care.

Karen and her husband Andy live in the Middletown area and have two adult children, Liz and Rob, whom they enjoy spending time with. In her spare time, she volunteers as a member of the Ladies Auxiliary for the Community Firehouse Station 4 where her husband Andy is a Firefighter. Karen also enjoys reading, camping and boating with family and friends.

In dentistry, it is often difficult for patients to know what kind of care they will receive. As patients, you have to place all of your trust in your doctor, entrusting them with your overall health. At Pinehurst Dental Arts, we strive to treat all of our patients as if they were our family members, with the driving principle of transparent honesty.