Most likely the first face you will see when you enter our office is Loraine, the Office Manager at Westfield Braces. Loraine is a graduate of Columbia University School of Nursing and is a former head nurse of pediatrics at Englewood Hospital. She is also a graduate of Seton Hall Law School and is now retired from the legal profession.

Christin is a former patient of Dr. Burns and has been an employee for seven years. Her dual-perspective as both patient and clinician allows Christin to provide an empathetic and knowledgeable perspective of orthodontics to our patients. Christin is a graduate of Rutgers University and has recently been licensed as a Registered Nurse.

Lizzie is also a former patient of Dr. Burns. Lizzie is presently an undergraduate at the University of Michigan majoring in psychology and Latin, and continues to work with us when she is home from school. Lizzie continues to dedicate herself to learning the latest innovations in orthodontic procedure and treatment.

A more recent addition to the team, Nicole has been working at Westfield Braces since January of 2006. Nicole was previously a pre-school teacher at KinderCare Learning Center, and has subsequently brought with her a familiarity and understanding of the psychosocial needs of our young patients.

The youngest member of the staff, Stefanie also started out as a patient in the office. Stefanie attends Westfield High School, and is a great resource for our expanding office computerization.

Yesica is the latest addition to the Westfield Braces family. Yesica has been certified as a Registered Dental Assistant for over three years now. She has accrued an extensive resume in pediatrics and orthodontics and we are excited to welcome her to Westfield Braces. Yesica is fluent in Spanish, Portuguese, and English.

Jackie is also a former patient and has been a staff member for five years. Jackie is an undergraduate at The George Washington University majoring in international relations.

Our mission at Westfield Braces is to provide our patients with service of the highest quality in a cheerful and technologically advanced environment. Each member of our staff is dedicated to this responsibility.