Meet Our Amazing Team
The People Behind Your Care
Led by Dr. Lori Bleeker, this close-knit team is committed to helping every patient feel known, comfortable, and genuinely cared for during their visit. Get to know our dental team who bring warmth, experience, and a personalized approach to every visit.
Dr. Lori Vanderwende-Bleeker, DMD
Decades of experience, local roots, and a truly personal approach to helping her patients.
Background & Qualifications:
Dr. Lori Bleeker has grown this office in Wayne, NJ since 2001. She earned her Dental Hygiene degree in 1988 followed by her bachelor’s degree in biology with a chemistry minor from Rutgers University. She received her Doctor of Dental Medicine from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in 1997 and graduated as a member of the Gamma Pi Delta Prosthodontic Honor Society.
Dr. Bleeker is especially passionate about helping patients overcome dental anxiety to feel proud of their smiles again. Her calm, compassionate approach helps create a supportive setting for patients to feel fully understood, respected, and confident moving forward with their care plans.
Outside the office, Dr. Bleeker volunteers with Dental Lifeline and supports organizations dedicated to animal welfare, cancer research, veterans, and underserved communities. She enjoys cycling, skiing, sailing, and spending time with her husband, John, their four children, and three dogs.
Certifications, Honors, & Awards:
- Certified in CEREC same-day crown, BOTOX, and JUVÉDERM treatments.
- Member of the American Dental Association (ADA) and the New Jersey Dental Association (NJDA).
- Named a New Jersey Top Doc every year since 2006 and recognized as one of America's Top Dentists.
- Lifetime Honors by the Women of Distinction in 2018.
Meet Dr. Steven Reff, DDS
Advanced cosmetic and surgical expertise with a gentle, reassuring approach.
Dr. Steven Reff earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Maryland School of Dentistry, where he graduated at the top of his class and was inducted into the Gamma Pi Delta Prosthetic Honors Society.
He completed advanced training in general, cosmetic, and surgical dentistry at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. He later returned to Columbia to teach postgraduate dentists and future dental professionals advanced techniques.
Dr. Reff brings extensive clinical experience to Dynamic Dental Arts while helping patients feel fully comfortable, informed, and confident in their care. Outside the office, he enjoys hiking with his Yellow Lab, fly fishing, and spending time with his wife, Allison, and their two children.
MEET Our staff
A Familiar Team You'll Know By Name
From your first call to every visit thereafter, you’ll be welcomed by familiar faces who take the time to make you feel comfortable, calm, and cared for.
Jean
Office Manager
With more than 25 years of dental experience, she brings a strong understanding of both patient care and practice management operations. She helps patients feel fully informed and comfortable while navigating treatment plans or financial arrangements.
Gigi
Billing Coordinator
With more than 30 years of dental experience, she helps patients understand their insurance benefits and financial options with ease. Her warmth, patience, and attention to detail help every patient feel welcome from the moment they arrive.
Yashmin
Front Desk
With five years in the dental field, she is one of the first friendly faces you'll see when you arrive. She welcomes patients, answers questions, and keeps each visit starting on a comfortable note.
Jacki
Registered Dental Hygienist
Practicing dental hygiene since 1994, she has been part of our team since the very beginning. Her decades of experience, gentle approach, and familiar face helps patients feel completely at ease while keeping their smiles healthy.
Paula
Registered Dental Hygienist
Part of our team since 2012, she brings more than 20 years of dental experience to every visit. Originally from Colombia, she's known for her calm, caring approach that keeps patients feeling confident about their smile.
Roxanne
Registered Dental Hygienist
With over 24 years in dental hygiene, she brings a thorough, gentle approach to every cleaning. She explains what's seen along the way, helping her patients always feel informed and confident about their oral health and smile goals.
Marianne
Registered Dental Assistant
With the team since 2001, she brings more than 25 years of dental experience. Licensed in X-rays and expanded functions, she helps patients feel comfortable while working toward healthier, more confident smile.
Nancy
Registered Dental Assistant
With 24 years of dental experience, she brings a warm, upbeat energy to every visit. Licensed in X-rays, she first joined the team in 2016 and returned in 2023, helping patients feel at ease with humor and a genuine approach.
Michell
Registered Dental Assistant
With 22 years in dentistry, she assists throughout treatment, providing a calm, familiar face chairside. Her attentive approach helps patients feel comfortable and cared for from start to finish.
Sarah
Registered Dental Assistant
With 49 years in dentistry, she brings an incredible depth of experience to every appointment. She also teaches at a dental school, sharing her knowledge with the next generation while helping patients feel calm and comfortable in the chair.
Life at Dynamic Dental Arts
Real moments behind the practice
A glimpse of the warmth, teamwork, and personality that patients experience here every day.
Under One Roof
The Whole Team, Together
Meet the people who make every visit to Dynamic Dental Arts feel like home
Stop by our Wayne office and say hello.