Rudina
Hygienist
Rudina obtained an Associate of Applied Science degree in Dental Hygiene in 2014 at Lorain County Community College. She is thrilled to now be a member of Westlake Dental Associates where high quality dentistry is provided. Dental Hygiene has given her the oppurtunity to provide individual focus, and meet the oral health needs of many patients. Her goal is to promote healthy smiles, while providing thorough gentle cleanings. She will do her best to put the patients at ease, so they will look forward to their next visit. Rudina is a native of Albania and fluent in Albanian. She resides in Rocky River with her husband and four children. In her free time she loves spending time with her family, and keeping up with her children’s athletic activities.
Jonilda
Hygienist
Jonilda, or Nida for short, began her career in dentistry over 10 years ago as a dental assistant- She expanded her dental knowledge and graduated as a Registered Dental Hygienist from Lorain County Community College. As a Registered Dental Hygienist, she focuses on providing high quality care to her patients and educating them on how to maintain great oral health! She is committed to making hygiene appointments a comfortable and positive experience for her patients. She is always ready to listen to her patients concerns, learn about their dental history and plan for a healthy future for them. Together, with the dental team, she will formulate hygiene care plans centered around each individual patients needs. Nida also speaks fluent Albanian. In her free time she likes to spend time relaxing with family and friends.
Bernadett
Hygienist
Bernadett graduated from Lorain County Community College Dental Hygiene program in 2004 and has been practicing as a Dental Hygienist since. She also completed advanced training in Periodontal Therapy and Local Anesthesia. She is dedicated to providing our patients with the highest quality of hygiene care and strives to make their experience as comfortable as possible. Bernadett has a true passion for dental hygiene and will motivate her patients to floss daily. Bernadett is married and has two boys and a Golden Retriever. She loves traveling and spending time with her family, she enjoys motorcycle riding, boating and any outdoor activities. She is a native of Hungary and fluent in Hungarian.
Ashley
Hygienist
Ashley has been in the dental field since 2008. Ashley started out in pediatric dentistry, where she put her remarkable patience and friendly nature to good use. She graduated with honors from the dental hygiene program at Lakeland Community college and enjoys continuing that education through local courses. Ashley is committed to providing you with a comfortable experience at the office. When she is not at the office, Ashley enjoys running in local races, spending time with her dog Morty, and visiting with friends and family.
Jaritza
EFDA/Assistant
Jaritza has been in dental assisting for eight years. Jaritza recently has graduated from Case Western Reserve University Expanded Function Dental Assistant Program. She is using her many years as a certified dental assistant to enhance her EFDA skills.She has a superb eye for colors and color matching, which is critical in bigger cosmetic cases. Jaritza is fluent in Spanish. She enjoys spending free time with her husband and two sons, as well as playing in local softball leagues.
Alexis
Dental Assistant
Alexis graduated from Polaris career center in 2018 with her dental assisting degree. She enjoys the one on one time with patients helping them to fully understand their dental health. Alexis enjoys spending time with her family while going to the beach or camping.
Hope
Dental Assistant
Hope graduated from Ross Medical Education Center's Dental Assisting Program in January 2020. A true caring and positive nature radiates from Hope. She is always seen with a smile on her face and a hand out to help. Hope has a ten year background assisting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. She believes no matter what boundaries people may face, we will always be able to communicate with our smiles. This led her to discover her passion for the dental field, as she gets to help people smile. Hope enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She loves exploring the beautiful shores of Lake Erie with her fiance in their kayaks, going camping and also crafting.
April
Billing Coordinator
April has been in the dentistry field since right out of high school. She started our dental assisting and then moved to administrative. Her clinical knowledge gives her a better understanding of insurance billing and the best way to maximize your dental benefits. April resides in Sheffield Village with her two daughters, and enjoys spending her time with her family and friends and doing outdoor activities.
Brittany
EFDA
Brittany joined our Westlake Dental Associates team in August 2020. She went to Case Western Reserve in 2021 where she became an Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary, EFDA. With 13yrs experience as an assistant she is a “Jack of All Trades” within the dental office. She has many years’ experience in all departments of the office but specializes as an EFDA. Recently she graduated from Lab Tech School in Columbus, Ohio in 2023. Brittany is always willing to help wherever needed. She has over 7 yrs experience assisting individuals with physical, intellectual and developmental disabilities. She also has 6 yrs experience providing care to individuals with Alzheimer’s and Dementia. She enjoys going back to volunteer her time and seeing her previous residents. Outside of work, her hobbies are wood working, crafting, and cooking. She enjoys spending time with her husband and 4 children.
Yessenia
Assistant
Yessenia is a nationally certified through DANB Dental Assistants National Board and has her DAA as a certified dental assistant. Yessenia has over 20 years of experience in all aspects of dentistry, and 10 of those years in hospital dentistry. Yessenia prides herself on making patients feel comfortable while in the office. She loves spending time outside of work with her family and pets.
Peggy
PreAuthorization Coordinator
Peggy joined the Westlake Dental Associates team in 2021. She has more than 25 years of experience in the dental field and is known for her efficiency and approachability in the workplace. Patients will find her easy to talk to and a great resource for any questions or concerns they have. Peggy is our Pre-Authorization specialist, and is responsible for administrative tasks such as scheduling patient appointments, insurance verifications, and otherwise attending to the needs of our staff and patients. She enjoys spending time with her friends and family, baking, outdoor walks, and is a Cleveland sports fan.
Sophia
Assistant
Sophia joined Westlake Dental Associates team in July of 2023 with 5 years of experience in the dental field. Currently, she is certified in both CPR and Radiology which allows her to provide exemplary care to our patients. For her, meeting new people and creating genuine patient relationships is the best part of her job. However, helping transform people’s confidence is a close second! When she isn’t at our office she enjoys spending time with her friends and family.
Olivia
Hygiene Assistant
Olivia joined our team in the summer of 2022, bringing with her extensive experience in hospitality. Her primary focus is on creating a welcoming and relaxing environment for every patient. As a trained
hygiene assistant with certification in dental radiology, she possesses valuable expertise in supporting our hygienists and doctors while engaging with our patients. This experience has equipped her with a deep understanding of insurance benefits, enabling her to effectively guide each patient through their coverage as our insurance verification specialist. Outside of work, Olivia resides in Old Brooklyn and enjoys quality time with friends and family, as well as going on hikes with her dog, Griff.
