219 South Main St. Barnegat, NJ
Phone: 609-698-1155
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Meet the Team

Front Desk Team

Fran Buonanno Barnegat Manahawkin Dental Office

Fran

I am a graduate of Union Technical Institute for Dental Assisting. I have been employed at Bayside Dentistry for 38 years. I started as Dr. Ohman’s assistant and eventually moved to the front desk , a job I thoroughly enjoy. In my free time I love to travel, go to local wine festivals and concerts. I am the proud parent of a daughter and a son-in-law who honorably serves in the United States Navy, and have two grandchildren I love.

Linda Blaszak Barnegat Manahawkin Dental Office

Linda

I am a graduate of Ocean County Vocational Technical School for Dental Assisting. I have been a Mentor for the dental program at the school for over 17 years. I have been at Bayside Dentistry for over 40 years. In my free time you will find me at wine tastings, traveling and going to concerts.

Lisa Larocca Barnegat Manahawkin Dental Office

Lisa

I have been employed at Bayside Dentistry for more than 5 years. Prior to Bayside, I have been in the dental field for 17 years in a dental office in Brooklyn, NY. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. My hobbies include: reading, movies, music, travelling (adventures), shopping, watching sports, amusement parks, and photography.

Dental Assistant Team

Kelly Setaro Barnegat Manahawkin Dental Office

Kelly, R.D.H.

I am a certified, registered dental assistant. I have been employed with Bayside Dentistry for the past 17 years. I am happily married and the proud mom of two young children who keep me very busy. In my spare time I enjoy reading, traveling and spending time at the beach.

Louise Breese Barnegat Manahawkin Dental Office

Louise

I am a graduate of East Brunswick High School. I am a certified, registered dental assistant. I have been with this practice for 39 years. I enjoy shopping, fine dining and fashion. I am also a huge dog lover. I have two grandchildren who I love to spend time with.

Lisa Patterson Barnegat Manahawkin Dental Office

Lisa

I have been employed by Bayside Dentistry since 1993. I am a certified, registered dental assistant. My other interests are singing with the New Jersey Chamber Singers, skiing, snowboarding and sailing. I am also the proud mother of two children who keep me busy.

Hygienist Team

Mary Ellen Ballantyne, R.D.H. Barnegat Manahawkin Dental Office

Mary Ellen, R.D.H.

I studied Dental Hygiene at Middlesex County College. This year will be my 20th year at Bayside. Time flies! Outside of the office I enjoy spending time with my kids, traveling, reading and time at the beach.

Rose Raynor RDH Barnegat Manahawkin Dental Office

Rose, R.D.H.

I grew up in Hamilton Township, NJ. I graduated with a degree in Dental Hygiene from Fairleigh Dickinson University in 1983. After marrying my husband, Gary, I relocated to Little Egg Harbor. I have been with Bayside Dentistry for 24 years. I have 2 children, Sarah and Adam.

Marcia Ruddy RDH Barnegat Manahawkin Dental Office

Marcia, R.D.H.

My name is Marcia and I graduated from the Middlesex County College Dental Hygiene program. As a previous dental assistant I have always enjoyed educating patients about the importance of their oral health. Outside of the office, I enjoy spending time with my nieces and nephew, going to baseball games and hanging at the beach.

Yashira Richmond RDH Barnegat Manahawkin Dental Office

Yashira, R.D.H.

I have been in the dental field for almost 20 years. In 2007, I graduated with a Dental Hygiene degree from Community College of Philadelphia with the golden scaler award. I’m happily married and have 2 young children that keep me on my toes. Outside of work, I love spending time with my family, traveling, and relaxing at the beach.