Meet The Team

JSC Dentistry staff photo

 

Dr. Marybeth Buniak

Dentist/ Dental Hygienist

Dr. Marybeth Buniak has been with our team since 2007.  She started her career as a dental hygienist, and after 11 years earned her DMD from the University of Medicine and Dentistry New Jersey Dental School in 1986.  Her career has spanned 40 years, including five years as an adjunct faculty member at UMDNJ.  She also served as the Dental Hygiene Program Director for Eastern International College in Jersey City, NJ.

In her free time, Dr. Buniak has many hobbies that she enjoys, including scuba diving, tennis, pickleball, skiing, gardening, and volunteering at her Church Community.

“I enjoy the patient interaction, especially having the ability to utilize both my dental and hygiene training.”

 

Marie Alongi

Dental Hygienist

Marie has been with our team since 1990. She received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Dental Hygiene from Fairleigh Dickinson University and her Associates Degree from NYC Community College. Marie is our longest-tenured employee and brings a lifetime of experience to our patients. In her spare time, she enjoys gardening, cooking, horseback riding, and volunteering for UNICO.

“Besides making a positive impact on patient health, I get to spend one on one time with patients from 2 to 102!”

 

Dawn Lisa

Dental Hygienist

Dawn has been with our team since 2001. She received her Associate’s degree in Dental Hygiene from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. Dawn brings an abundance of energy and enthusiasm to our office and our patients. In her spare time, she enjoys horseback riding, the beach, and spending time with her family.

“I love the patients, new and old. I enjoy educating people about their oral health.”

 

Dianna Soder

Dental Hygienist

Dianna Soder has been with our team since 2001. She received her Associates Degree in Applied Sciences from Bergen Community College in 1986. Dianna always has a big smile and loves educating our patients about their dental health. She relaxes by swimming, kayaking, and reading in her spare time.

“I love our patients and the personal and professional relationships I have formed with them over the years.”