Winning Smiles Pediatric Dentistry
Pediatric dentistry
3476 Sheridan Drive, Amherst, NY 14226
716-332-2444
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  • Meet Us
    • Meet Dr. Foley
    • Meet Dr. Levin
    • Meet Dr. Houghtaling
    • Meet Dr. Keck
    • Meet Dr. Gorman
    • Meet Dr. Gambacorta
    • Meet Dr. Joe Salamon
    • Meet Dr. Judi John-Roberts
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  • Meet Dr. Foley
  • Meet Dr. Levin
  • Meet Dr. Houghtaling
  • Meet Dr. Keck
  • Meet Dr. Gorman
  • Meet Dr. Gambacorta
  • Meet Dr. Salamon
  • Meet Dr. Judi John-Roberts
  • Meet Our Staff

 Meet Our Staff

Fran Van Dekken

Position: Practice Administrator

Certifications: Many Continuing Ed Courses in leadership and management over my 30 years experience in the dental field.

Days in office: Monday-Thursday

How long have you been with WSPD?
5 years

Hobbies/Likes:A great passion for interior design, dentistry, shopping and great movies.

Joanie Barberic

Position: Accounts Receivable Manager

Days in office: Monday-Friday

How long have you been with WSPD?
Levin and Houghtaling 8 years, WSPD 5 years.

Hobbies/Likes: Spending time with my husband and children, walking, reading, and bicycling.

Why do you enjoy working for WSPD?
" I enjoy helping the children and their parents attain dental health with my fellow co-workers in a friendly, kind and professional atmosphere. There is nothing better than seeing the bright smiling faces of the children everyday."

Victoria Alba

Position: Receptionist/Tooth Fairy

Days in office: Monday- Friday

How long have you been with WSPD?
2 years

Hobbies/Likes: I love spending time with my 6 children and 5 grandchildren. I like biking and walking, dancing and I
Why do you enjoy working for WSPD? " I enjoy seeing the kid's smiling faces when they first walk in the door! I love my co-workers and the cozy atmosphere."
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Wende Turton    

Position: Acct Rep/ Treatment Coordinator

Days in office: Monday- Friday

How long have you been with WSPD? 
2 years

Hobbies/Likes: Walking, riding bike, live music and spending time with my 2 daughters.

Why do you enjoy working for WSPD?
" I enjoy working here because the whole staff understands the importance of giving kids the best first impression of a dental visit. The doctors are all here for the right reasons."
Cindy Smith

Position: Schedule Coordinator

Days in office: Monday-Thursday

How long have you been with WSPD?
1 1/2 years

Hobbies/Likes: I like spending time with my family and friends. I enjoy reading, wine tasting, walking, and playing with my granddaughter!

Why do you enjoy working for WSPD?
"My co-workers are alot of fun to be around. It is a very fun, relaxing environment."
Andrea Huber

Position: Appointment Coordinator

Days in office: Monday-Friday

How long have you been with WSPD? New hire June 2011!

Hobbies/Likes: In my free time I love walking my dog and reading!

 Why do you enjoy working for WSPD?
"I enjoy working with children and I love the people I work with! Winning Smiles is a great environment to be in!"
Lee Ann Dotzler

Position: Registered Dental Hygienist/ Clinical Manager

Certifications: CPR, and infection control

Days in office: Monday-Friday

How long have you been with WSPD? 
Levin & Houghtaling office 23 years, WSPD 5 years

Hobbies/Likes: Married for 29 years and have 2 grown sons. I enjoy gardening, reading and yoga.

Why do you enjoy working for WSPD?
" I like working for WSPD because it is a fun and energetic place to work
where I feel I can make a difference in the life of a child."
Mary Wiegand

Position: Registered Dental Hygienist

Certifications: CPR and infection control

Days in office: Monday-Friday

How long have you been with WSPD?
Levin & Houghtaling office previously, WSPD 5 years

Hobbies/Likes: Cooking, gardening, reading, traveling, and golf.

Why do you enjoy working for WSPD?
"I love working with children and have watched alot grow-up!"
Marcia Skrzeczkowski

Position: Dental Hygienist/OSHA Coordinator

Certifications: CPR and infection control

Days in office: Monday- Friday

How long have you been with WSPD?
Since 2007. 

Hobbies/Likes: Shopping, reading, bicycling, walks, photography.

 Why do you enjoy working for WSPD?
"I enjoy working with the kids, they make me smile! My Job is very rewarding, I love making their dental visits a positive experience!"
Sally Sprada

Position: Dental Hygienist

Certifications: CPR and infection control

Days in office: Monday-Friday

How long have you been with WSPD?
Levin & Houghtaling office 30 years. WSPD 4 years

Hobbies/Likes: Shopping, gardening, gourmet cooking, and working out.

Why do you enjoy working for WSPD?
"I love the kids and seeing them grow. Great to work with the latest dental technology."
Sarah Schumacher

Position: Dental Hygienist

Certifications: CPR and infection control

Days in office: Monday-Friday

How long have you been with WSPD?
2 years

Hobbies/Likes: Being around my friends, going on outdoor adventures, astrology and arts and crafts.

Why do you enjoy working for WSPD?
"I love watching the kids mature and impress themselves as they become more confident and independent."
Jami Haglund

Position: Professional Relations Coordinator / Dental Assistant / Property Manager

Certifications: CPR/ Infection Control

Days in office: Monday - Friday

How long have you been with WSPD?
1 year

Hobbies/Likes: Enjoys playing softball. Stays busy with her 2 dogs and is planning her wedding for next May!

Why do you enjoy working for WSPD?
"I love watching the kids grow and making them feel comfortable and at ease while being at the dentist!"
Lindsy Yeager

Position: Dental Assistant

Certifications: NYS Board Certified, CPR, currently enrolled in the ADAPT program at UB for license.

Days in office: Monday-Friday

How long have you been with WSPD?
4 years

Hobbies/ Likes: Love to hangout with my kids, 2 dogs and cat. When not working, camping, listening to live music, I enjoy gardening.

Why do you enjoy working for WSPD?
"I enjoy interacting with kids. It's rewarding when you can give the kids an enjoyable experience and build a relationship with them that effects their dental health for a lifetime."
Jennifer Reid

 Position: Dental Assistant

 Certifications: CPR and Infection Control

 Days in office: Monday-Friday

 How long have you been with WSPD?
New Hire June 2011

 Hobbies/Likes: I love to dance, write poems, watch movies, spend time with my kids.

 Why do you enjoy working for WSPD?
"All the team members are very nice. I like the variety of work available!"
   
   

 

 

 







 





 

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