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MATTHEW MANNELLA, DMD
Dr. Matt Mannella is a board certified pediatric dentist who grew up right down the road from Pediatric Dental Associates of Randolph. After spending so much time in the office shadowing his parents, Dr. Mannella and Dr. Arnold, Dr. Matt decided to become a pediatric dentist himself! He received his DMD from Rutgers School of Dental Medicine and pursued his pediatric certificate at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, where he received extensive training in dental traumatology, special needs care and advanced behavior management techniques. He is so excited to be a part of the Pediatric Dental Associates family and to serve a community he has known for his whole life!
Dr. Matthew Mannella is proud to be a member of the International Affiliation of Tongue-tie Professionals. The IATP is an international, multi-disciplinary group of professionals who have come together out of a common interest in effective management of ankyloglossia (tongue-tie) and upper lip-tie. The goal of the organization is to improve knowledge, education and training in the field of oral restrictions, and Dr. Mannella’s membership makes him especially qualified to offer tongue- and lip-tie revision in Randolph, New Jersey.
When not making smiles happen, Dr. Matt likes to stay active! Running the New York City Marathon, golfing and teaching snowboarding to children of all ages are a few of his passions. Dr. Matt is also a bass player and loves to jam with friends to all types of music.
Dr. Matt looks forward to meeting you at your next visit!
AARON MANNELLA, DMD
Dr. Aaron Mannella founded Pediatric Dental Associates of Randolph in 1991. He is board certified in pediatric dentistry and a diplomate of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Mannella is highly respected in his field. He is the chair of pediatric dentistry at Morristown Hospital, where he donates his resources performing dental restorations on patients who could not otherwise afford treatment. Dr. Mannella has been named a top dentist in New Jersey Monthly Magazine and NJ Family magazine since the lists’ inception.
Dr. Mannella is highly respected in his field, and he also maintains memberships in many prestigious professional organizations, such as the American Dental Association®, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Society of Dentistry for Children and the Tri-County Dental Association.
In his free time, Dr. Mannella enjoys teaching snowboarding, golfing, and spending time with his wife, Dr. Susan Arnold. They have three adult children.
NEGAR TABARI, DMD
Dr. Negar Tabari is a board-certified pediatric dentist. She grew up accompanying her mother to her dental practice, where Dr. Tabari learned to care for patients with passion. Dr. Tabari has lived in several countries throughout her life, an experience that helped her appreciate different cultures and spark friendships effortlessly.
Dr. Tabari received her first dental degree in Hungary and later completed two years of licensure training at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. She then pursued her dream of becoming a pediatric dentist by completing two years of clinic and hospital based pediatric specialty program at Rutgers. In addition, Dr. Tabari also completed her Master of Science in Dentistry with the focus on oral health literacy and is committed to educating parents in her area of expertise.
During residency, she won an award for her exemplary contribution to residence wellness and served as the chief resident in her final year.
Dr. Tabari believes in connecting with children and their parents to create a safe and happy dental home where children can have a positive experience.
In her free time, Dr. Tabari likes staying active and connected with nature. Her favorite activities are swimming, biking and roller blading, and of course, rehearsing Disney songs.
Yong-Jin Chang, DDS
Dr. Jin is a board-eligible pediatric dentist with a unique journey that blends academic excellence with a spirit of service. After nearly a decade at Columbia University in New York City, Jin emerged with a Post-Baccalaureate Premedical certificate, a Master’s in Business Administration and a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. Continuing his journey in dentistry, Jin found his calling and continued his education at New York Presbyterian/Columbia University earning his pediatric dental specialty. Prior to his dental career, Jin emerged a decorated combat veteran in the United States Marine Corps, where he soared as a naval aviator. Driven by a desire to make a positive impact, Jin chose pediatric dentistry to provide children with a foundation for a confident and healthy smile, ensuring their dental canvas starts on a clean, beautiful slate.
Simi Kaur, DMD
Dr. Simi Kaur is excited to be creating great dental experiences for patients at Pediatric Dental Associates of Randolph, especially since she was once a patient here herself.
Dr. Simi is a board certified member of the American Dental Association® and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. She also has a certification in Dental Public Health leadership. Dr. Simi studied biology at Fairleigh Dickenson University, graduating magna cum laude. She then completed her pediatric dental residency at Geisinger hospital in Pennsylvania.
Dr. Simi has a strong desire to help children improve their oral health and confidence and educate them on preventative measures. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, kayaking, traveling and playing her ukulele.
Annie Isaacs, DDS
Dr. Annie Isaacs is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist who also grew up with a parent in dentistry. She attended the College of Charleston where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and then attended the University of Maryland School of Dentistry where she earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree.
Following her dental education, she completed a fellowship in Oral Medicine and General Dentistry where she recognized the significance of early dental experiences and discovered her true passion for pediatric dentistry. Subsequently, Dr. Annie pursued a residency program at the UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, refining her skills in treating young patients, handling unique behavioral challenges and employing specialized techniques to ensure comfortable treatments.
Dr. Annie deeply believes that the way your child is treated during their earliest dental visits profoundly impacts their attitude towards oral health. She believes that creating a positive and nurturing dental experience during childhood lays the foundation for a lifetime of confident and proactive dental care.
Dr. Annie first worked as a pediatric dentist in Maryland before moving to New Jersey. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family, friends, her boyfriend and their rescue dog, Moose. Her passions include traveling, hiking, swimming, yoga and she has recently become obsessed with skiing.
Meet Our Team
Dr. Matthew Manella and associates are pleased to present our fantastic dental team, serving the Morris, Sussex, Essex and Warren counties! Filled with kind and caring individuals, our competent squad of professionals is invested in the children we see at our office and provides personalized care for every patient. For ease of communication, we also have staff fluent in Spanish on our team. Learn more about our entire office by calling Pediatric Dental Associates of Randolph, in Randolph, New Jersey, at 973-989-7970.
Amanda, Registered Dental Hygienist
Amanda has been responsible for creating great dental visits at our office for nearly 23 years. She loves being a positive role model for kids and connecting in-office dental care with healthy habits at home. Amanda has also headed up our renowned Children’s Dental Education Program and has educated thousands of school kids throughout Morris County each February on the best way to care for their teeth during Children’s Dental Health Month. Outside of the office, Amanda loves spending time with her three dogs and cat and enjoys hiking, swimming and cooking with her husband and son.
April, Registered Dental Hygienist
April’s enthusiasm for oral care has influenced thousands of kids to get excited about brushing and flossing. She loves teaching patients on the very best way to maintain optimal oral health including educating them what foods are best for their teeth. April received her degree in dental hygiene from the University of Medicine & Dentistry (currently Rutgers Dental School) and has been an integral part of the Pediatric Dental Associates of Randolph family since 2005. April is the proud mom of two daughters and enjoys spending time with her family and friends and traveling.
Mabel, Registered Dental Hygienist
Mable has been getting kids excited about their dental visits with us for over 16 years. She received her degree in dental hygiene from the University of Medicine & Dentistry (currently Rutgers Dental School). Mable loves working with the dental hygiene team and helping patients obtain their very best oral health. Although she has a true passion for her hygiene work, she considers her family to be the very best part of her life. In addition to spending time with her family, Mabel loves to spend quiet time reading and going for long walks.
Michelle, Registered Dental Hygienist
Michelle has cleaned a lot of teeth in her 20+ years at Pediatric Dental Associates of Randolph. She takes great pride in her work and in making kids comfortable and at home in her care. Her training began at the Fones School of Dental Hygiene at the University of Bridgeport in Connecticut and she continues to stay up on the very latest in her profession. Michelle winds down after work by taking long walks with her husband Doug and her dog, Reggie.
Traci, Dental Assistant
Traci is a graduate of the Berdan Institute where she received her degree in dental assisting. She joined our practice three and a half years ago and brings great enthusiasm to working with each of our dentists to ensure that every patient receives exceptional care and has a positive dental experience. Traci has a unique talent as a dog groomer, and she also enjoys sewing, crocheting and doing arts and crafts with her daughter and four grandchildren.
Dora, Sterilization Technician
Dora has ensured our reputation for maintaining the very highest standards of cleanliness for the past 14 years and makes sure that our dental instruments are sanitized to meet industry standards. She enjoys seeing patients learn about how to care for their teeth and leave smiling. Dora is a talented soccer player who also enjoys spending time with her daughter and her puppy and loves dining out and watching Netflix.
Margo, Executive Director of Marketing and Public Relations
Margo wears a lot of hats at Pediatric Dental Associates of Randolph. Her responsibilities include planning events such as the annual Ice Cream Social and Mission Gratitude to maintaining the office social media and Google page, writing website content, developing relationships with area pediatricians, representing the office at events and following up with patients. She loves that every day brings a new challenge. Margo has a degree in communications and marketing from Ithaca College and has been a part of the Pediatric Dental Associates of Randolph team for eight years. Her happy place is spending time on the island of Martha’s Vineyard and she is looking forward to doing some European traveling in the near future.
Erika, Office Manager/Surgical Coordinator
Erika has been a constant welcoming presence at our front desk for the past 22 years. Through her management of our reception staff and her responsibilities scheduling and coordinating surgeries, she ensures that each patient experience is a positive one from the first phone call to the appointment check-out. One of the things that brings Erika great joy in the office is having Smidge, our therapy dog hanging out at the front desk. Outside of the office, Erika fills her weekends with family adventures into the city. She also has an artistic side and loves to create party decorations for friends’ events.
Jennifer, Financial Coordinator
Jen has over 30 years’ experience in the dental field, working with both insurance companies and patients to manage claims. As a mom of four kids herself, she loves working in the pediatric dental arena. Jen enjoys time at the shore during her summers and watching her kids sports games during the school year.
Carolina, Receptionist
Carolina’s bubbly personality has been a fixture at our front desk for the past two years. She is the first to greet and welcome patients when they enter the office. Carolina is a graduate of Berkeley College where she studied patient care. Her job includes daily scheduling appointments and assisting patients with insurance questions. She enjoys crafting and playing with her son and Golden Doodle. Traveling to warm weather destinations is a passion of Carolina’s. On her to-do list is a trip to Puerto Rico and Costa Rica.
Laura, Receptionist
Laura enjoys assisting patients at our front desk. Over the phone or in person, she is committed to making their experience an easy and pleasant process. Laura assists with checking patients in, scheduling appointments and verifying insurance, and she is also available to translate for Spanish-speaking patients. Bike riding, reading, painting and taking her kids to the beach are what brings Laura joy outside of the office.
Yesenia, Receptionist
Yesenia is a one of the smiling faces at our check out desk. She schedules and confirms appointments and is always available to answer patient questions. Outside of the office, Yesenia spends a lot of time as a soccer mom. She is also a big Disney fan, traveling to Disney World whenever she gets an opportunity. To prepare for her Disney adventures, Yesenia tries to fit lots of hiking into her busy schedule whenever she gets the opportunity.
Esther, Registered Dental Hygienist | Myofunctional Therapist
Esther is a dedicated dental hygienist with a passion for educating young children about oral care. As a certified myofunctional therapist, she helps patients of all ages improve oral function and health. Outside of work, Esther enjoys traveling and spending time with her teenage son and daughter. Her favorite season is spring, which reflects her vibrant personality and love for new beginnings!
Brianna, Sterilization Technician
Briana is a dedicated sterilization technician currently studying to become a respiratory therapist. She finds joy in helping wherever she can in the office. A proud pet parent to a rabbit named Bambi, Briana loves visiting her family in Honduras and dreams of exploring Hawaii one day. Her favorite colors are pink and pastel yellow, reflecting her cheerful spirit!
Smidge the Therapy Dog
We are excited to introduce Smidge, our office’s certified therapy dog! Smidge formerly worked as a guide dog for Dr. Matt’s sister. Now, in her retirement, she is offering comfort to our patients who need a little extra love.
