Ralph S. Reilly, DMD
 The Advanced Dentistry team is led by Dr. Ralph Reilly - one of the best trained and most highly regarded dentists in the country. A 1983 graduate of the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Dr. Reilly continually furthers his expertise with extensive post doctoral education. He has completed all levels of the esteemed Rosenthal Institute for Aesthetic Dentistry at New York University College of Dentistry, the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies continuum, and Baylor University's Aesthetic Program - just to name a few. He now serves as a Senior Clinical Instructor at these prestigious post graduate programs. Dr. Reilly also is a guest speaker at many international dental industry events. Additionally, Dr. Reilly is currently one of only 40 dentists to become certified by the state of New Jersey to perform sedation dentistry. To become certified Dr. Reilly had to complete special training in enteral sedation techniques, which required 40 hours of post doctoral credits.
Dr. Reilly was recently voted the "BEST of the best" in a reader survey poll conducted by an area newspaper - The Courier News. And has been named as One of America's Top Dentists by the Consumer Research Council of America - for four years running.
He is often a featured guest speaker on both radio and television programs. Dr. Reilly recently completed a cosmetic dentistry segment for MD-TV, whose board of directors recognized him as a leader in the field of cosmetic dentistry. MD-TV is known for their 30 minute programming on medicine's latest advances.
Despite the fame and notoriety, Dr. Reilly is best known as the "Dentist's Dentist". He is continually sought out by his peers in the dental industry to perform their dental work. He brings this experience and extensive training to suburban New Jersey, providing the same quality of care to middle-class America.
Dr. Reilly and Kristy, his wife of over 20 years, have three children: Paden, Casey, and Taylor. They are a family of outdoor enthusiasts, enjoying skiing and many other activities. Dr. Reilly's passions are his family, dentistry, his patients and cross country equestrian events, in that order. So as you can see, you can be confident in your choice of dentist, knowing you are considered more than just another patient to Dr. Reilly, you are his guest.
Our Team
The team at Advanced Dentistry is made up of the best of the
best. Each staff member is at the top of her profession and maintains
that
expertise
by participating in extensive continuing education and training.
Perhaps most noticeable to patients is that fact that everyone
in our office
exemplifies the utmost friendliness, enthusiasm and empathy.
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Meridith: Registered Dental Hygienist
A 1998 Honors graduate of Middlesex County College Dental Hygiene program, Meridith, is on the leading edge of dental hygiene treatment options and techniques. As a honors graduate, Meridith was ranked in the top 5 of her graduating class. She joined the Advanced Dentistry team in 2003, and was chosen from over 100 applicants - the perfect addition to the “BEST of the best” team.
Since joining the team she has furthered her education with over 100 hours of post graduate curriculum. Meridith prides herself on being part of team that changes peoples lives.
Meridith’s personal mission is combine being completely thorough with gentleness, compassion, and education. By teaching you the proper home care technique, she provides the necessary tools for each patient to help ensure their smile lasts a lifetime. Her goal is to provide and promote excellent oral hygiene, which will help you keep your smile bright and healthy.
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Ellen: Dental Assistant
Ellen graduated from Saint Paul College with a bachelors of science degree in education. She is a certified clinical dental assistant with a radiography license. In over 10 years with the Advanced Dentistry team, Ellen, has logged over 200 hours of continuing education, including all levels of the Rosenthal Institute for Aesthetic Dentistry at New York University College of Dentistry curriculum. Additionally Ellen is a Masters graduate from Dental Boot Kamp, where she perfected her patient care skills.
She prides herself on ensuring that you are completely comfortable and well taken care throughout your dental appointments. She is intuitive and many times knows instinctively what your needs are and addresses them before you even say a word.
Ellen has a bubbly personality and is always smiling (especially since Dr. Reilly completed her smile makeover). She and her husband Gerald, have two children Joshua and Geraldine, who keep them very busy. Ellen and her family live in Edison. She is very musical and an accomplished singer and dancer. Ellen enjoys karaoke singing and ball room dancing, don’t be surprised if she breaks out in song during your dental appointment!
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Kristine: Patient Coordinator
Kristine has over 20 years of dental office experience, and during her tenure has completed many prestigious continuing education programs to help keep her up to date on the advances in the field of dentistry. Her educational experiences include; Dental Boot Kamp, Blatchford Solutions program, and the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies (LVI). In fact Kristine graduated from both the LVI advanced and the masters program in 2001 and 2002.
Kristine has exemplary organization skills, which made her the perfect addition to the Advanced Dentistry team in 2004. She is responsible for keeping the office organized and on-task. She is integral in every step of your dental journey from answering all your questions at your first phone call, to greeting you each time you step into our office, to helping you understand treatment options, and helping you to financially plan for your dental needs, including helping you to maximize any dental benefits you may have.
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Josie: Patient Coordinator
Josie joined the Advanced Dentistry team in 1992 as a chairside assistant. She is trained as both an assistant and patient coordinator. Josie is one the first people you will see as she greets you at every office visit. As a patient coordinator she also is responsible for helping each patient work out financial arrangements for treatment, schedule all your appointments, and aids in keeping the office running smoothly by pitching in whenever she is needed.
Josie is highly trained in all clinical aspects of treatment, in fact, she received her DMD (Doctor of Dental Medicine) in the Phillipines, her native country, in 1983. She is also both a certified and registered dental assistant, with her license in radiography. Josie, like all members of the Advanced Dentistry team, logs hundreds of hours of continuing education to keep abreast of the latest advanced in dentistry.
Josie has a fondness for nature photography, and continues to hone her art. In fact, she takes most of the photos of our patients, both before and after treatment. Josie, also admires Victorian charm, so much so, she and her husband Pat live in a beautiful victorian home in Three Bridges with their two sons: Sean and Terry.
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