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HEART TO HEART

With Monmouth Medical Center’s innovative treatment for aortic stenosis, the future for cardiac patients is bright.

WELCOME ABOARD

As the new chief of cardiology, Isaac H. Tawfik, M.D., leads Monmouth Medical Center’s team of heart specialists.

EXPANDING NET WORK

A new primary care facility in Eatontown provides easier access to Monmouth Medical Center’s medical services.

PUSHING THE SEASONS

No need to wait for spring to break out floral dresses—provided you follow these simple rules.

HOT STUFF

Update your wardrobe and stock up on these basics for the spring and summer.

L AST CALL

As winter winds down, there’s no better time to hit the slopes!

A CHAT WITH... KRISTIN CHENOWETH

The bubbly star talks about her undying devotion to Dolly Parton and how she prepared for Hairspray Live! in just four days.

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Our guide to new ideas, tips, trends and things we love in Monmouth County.

The health benefits of Brussels sprouts are earning them a place on many a menu.

LOCAL BUZZ

ST YLE WATCH

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FOR MEN ONLY

Mix and match these versatile essentials for a polished, layered look.

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GATHERINGS Photos from events in and around the county.

When the weather outside is frightful, cozy up to throws delightful.

HEALTH NEWS

Recent reports and statistics, including what really may be making you overeat.

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HERE’S TO A HEALTHY 2018 THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY IS NOT JUST ABOUT VALENTINES. February is also American Heart Month. As you are choosing your Valentine’s Day cards, take a moment to think about how you’d like to continue to savor special moments with your loved ones for years to come. At RWJBarnabas Health, our tagline, “Your heart doesn’t beat just for you. Get it checked,” reflects this sentiment. And now, a new cardiac program at Monmouth Medical Center is offering convenient access to an innovative, minimally invasive surgical procedure that repairs damaged heart valves in patients with aortic stenosis. In this issue, you’ll read about Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), an alternative to surgical aortic valve replacement that is offering our cardiac patients a quicker recovery, less pain, fewer complications and a shorter hospital stay. We are proud to announce our new TAVR Screening Program is offered in conjunction with the structural heart team at our sister hospital Newark Beth Israel Medical Center. We are proud to be a part of an award-winning cardiac care hospital network serving the tristate area. In addition to performing more TAVR procedures than any other health system in the state, RWJBarnabas Health has one of the three largest heart transplant programs in the nation and the largest pediatric cardiology and cardiac surgery programs in the state. We also are proud to welcome Isaac H. Tawfik, M.D., as chief of cardiology. Dr. Tawfik brings years of interventional cardiology experience to his new position, and joins Barnabas Health Medical Group (BHMG) Cardiology Services–Monmouth, our new dedicated cardiology practice offering access to New Jersey’s top cardiologists right in your neighborhood. Our cardiology practice’s expert team is skilled in all aspects of heart care; developing coordinated, individualized treatment plans for cardiac patients of all ages. (See details on page 28.) Additionally, we are dedicated to improving the health of the populations we serve—far beyond the care we provide within the walls of our hospital—and continue to make significant strides in expanding our primary care network. Also in collaboration with BHMG, we opened a primary care office in Shrewsbury in June and just recently opened a primary care office in Eatontown. (See details on page 30.) This period of unprecedented growth at Monmouth Medical Center is an affirmation of our dedication to excellence in healing, teaching and caring. We are continuously looking forward to better serving our community by making medical advancements through cutting-edge technology such as TAVR and expanding our primary and specialty care programs out into the community. Wishing you a heart healthy 2018.

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time, we are taking care of our children, aging parents and building careers. We are, unfortunately, behind on investing in ourselves. I advise so many successful women— business owners, executives and newly independent women, who, like me, are juggling it all. Does the idea of having your own personal CFO to guide you in the right financial direction makes sense? How about an experienced professional who will collaborate with you and your other advisors to devise a plan specifically for you and your family’s circumstance? LACK INVESTMENT KNOWLEDGE It’s been my personal experience that many of my clients have let their significant other handle the investments, rather than taking a joint approach. As women, we tend to take our time before making an investment decision and want a clear understanding of what our investments can do for our future. The percentage return is meaningless if it isn’t fulfilling a dream or a financial goal. As women, we are living longer and are outliving our male counterparts. It’s also true that many women are behind in their retirement savings due to being out of the workforce to raise families or take care of aging parents. We already know this. The deer in headlights approach to your money is not an option in today’s world. Now is your time to do something about it. Like the song says, What Are You Waiting For?

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AMERICAN HEART MONTH February is American Heart Month, and one way to observe it—and raise awareness—is to wear red throughout the month. Meanwhile, you can take the following steps to protect your own heart health: Eat healthier: The Mayo Clinic recommends controlling portion sizes and sodium intake by using a small bowl for high-calorie, high-sodium meals, and a larger plate for low-calorie nutritious meals made with heart-healthy fruits, veggies and whole grains. Exercise more frequently: Total-body, non-impact activities like swimming and rowing are the most beneficial to your heart health—the more muscles involved in an exercise, the harder your heart has to work. The YMCA of Western Monmouth County in Freehold has a number of swimming classes and aquatic programs for everyone from infants to seniors. Schedule a check-up: Make an appointment with a cardiac expert at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, and see how your heart health measures up. The center also offers a cardiac support group that provides information for those with heart disease and their families.

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Amateur and professional photographers alike can find plenty of picture-worthy vistas, landscapes and panoramas in the area, so head to one of these spots and start snapping: Shark River Park Wall Township

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A FRESH START Fromagerie, a Rumson institution serving contemporary American cuisine, is open once again under new ownership. Business entrepreneurs Paul and Enilda Sansone have revamped the restaurant with an updated menu, new staff and a freshly instated happy hour on Tuesdays to Fridays from 4 to 6:30 p.m., with small plate and drink specials. For dinner, guests can choose from entrées like gnocchi with lobster, cowboy ribeye with compound butter and French fries, and halibut and oreganata, which is Fromagerie’s signature dish. The restaurant offers event space and a private bar for parties and corporate events, and Fromagerie promises that its event coordinator Katherine Myszka will be there to help every step of the way. FROMAGERIE, 26 RIDGE RD., RUMSON, 732.852.2650, FROMAGERIENJ.COM

FIRED UP Flames, one of downtown Belmar’s newest establishments, is a rodízio aka “all-you-can-eat” Brazilian steakhouse offering authentic churrasco and other traditional meat dishes. Long skewers of pork, beef and chicken are brought over and carved right at the table; for veggie lovers, there are full-service hot and salad bars with grilled veggies and mixed greens plus fresh ceviche. Be sure to save room for dessert—Flames also offers sweet treats like a tres leche cake and chocolate flan served with hot coffee. FLAMES BRAZILIAN STEAKHOUSE, 1000 MAIN ST., BELMAR, 732.681.7680, FLAMESBRAZILIAN STEAKHOUSE.COM

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With a number of blood donation centers and drives around Monmouth County, it’s easy to help those in need of a life-saving transfusion. Hospitals are looking for suitable donors of all blood types—all you have to do is set up an appointment—so in the spirit of American Heart Month, head to one of these places:

Forget Tequila Tuesday—it’s all about National Margarita Day on Thursday, February 22! And to make things even sweeter, Monmouth bars are serving up the signature cocktail with some delicious twists. We’ve got suggestions on what to try first and where. ¡Salud!

American Red Cross You can find out about blood drives in your area on the center’s website and even learn how to host your own. Call your local American Red Cross with any and all questions.

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Shrewsbury Main Donor Center Central Jersey Blood Center (CJBC) has two donation centers in Monmouth County, where residents can go to give blood, red blood cells, plasma and platelets. Donations from CJBC’s locations go to help treat premature babies, trauma victims and cancer patients.

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Howell Donor Center CJBC’s second location is off of Rte. 9 in Howell, and residents can donate blood and plasma there. The blood center’s website has information on monthly blood drives and how interested locals can host their own.

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Fresh ’n healthy produce isn’t just a summer delight—these Monmouth farmers markets and stands are open year-round: A. Casola Farms From Fall Fests to Winter Wonderlands, this Holmdel farm has something special in store for every season. Fresh greens are grown in greenhouses all year long, and multiple nurseries on the property house annual and perennial flowers. 178 RTE. 34, HOLMDEL, 732.332.1533, ACASOLAFARMS.COM

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Englishtown Farmers Market This flea and farmers market is an Englishtown landmark, having been around for 80 years. Shoppers can find everything from fresh produce to fun finds like vintage clothing and antique furniture. 90 WILSON AVE., ENGLISHTOWN 732.446.9644, ENGLISHTOWN AUCTION.COM

Atlantic Farms Atlantic Farms offers fresh vegetables and fruit even in the colder months, and while there are no trails on the farm, guests are encouraged to stroll the grounds and feed the farm’s animals all year long. 1506 ATLANTIC AVE., MANASQUAN, 732.528.8680

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The percentage of abnormal findings in CT scans given to people who went to the ER after fainting or nearly fainting. Experts suggest that scans only be given to older people, those who’ve had a recent head injury or those with a focal neurological deficit. —University of Hawaii

STOP THE BUZZ

If you’re one of the 36 million Americans who have tinnitus, an intermittent ringing in the ears, there’s a treatment that has shown promise. In one study, sessions of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) for 10 days helped people get relief for six months. —JAMA

The percentage of improvement in memory after study subjects played video games with complex spatial environments, such as those in Super Mario 3D World, for 30 minutes daily for two weeks. —Journal of Neuroscience

GO AHEAD, SWEAT!

Daily brisk walking and other moderate-intensity exercise helps the immune system fight respiratory viruses. How much is enough? Experts suggest at least 20 minutes per day.

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TURN DOWN THE HEAT Study subjects who held a cold object did better on a self-control test than those holding a warm one. Researchers posit that cold temperatures may be linked to alertness.

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People who slept fewer than six hours per night were 4.2 times more likely to catch a cold than those who slept a full night.

Salty food makes you hungrier, according to a recent study. To keep appetite (not to mention blood pressure) in check, stick to consuming 1,500 mg. of sodium daily. That’s equal to two-thirds of a teaspoon. —The Journal of Clinical Investigation

A recent study that tracked subjects 45 years and older for three years found that those who’d never had a heart attack got no benefit from daily aspirin. Moreover, regular aspirin use can raise your risk of bleeding in the stomach and brain. Check with your doctor. —Clinical Cardiology

The percentage of people with seasonal allergies who find relief with allergy shots.

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organs including the brain, heart and kidneys. Over time, people with aortic stenosis develop symptoms such as shortness of breath, chest pain and even loss of consciousness (syncope). “With TAVR, a synthetic valve is threaded through a blood vessel to the heart on the tip of a catheter,” according to Dr. Tawfik. “Stateof-the-art imaging is used to place the new valve, which begins to work immediately. Compared with surgical aortic valve replacement, patients opting for TAVR have a quicker recovery, less pain, fewer complications and a shorter hospital stay, with most patients going home the next day.” “Our outcomes far exceed national benchmarks in safety, life expectancy and risks of complications,” says Mark J. Russo, M.D., M.S., an internationally known expert on heart valve disease and attending cardiac surgeon at Newark Beth Israel and Saint Barnabas

Mark J. Russo, M.D.

Medical Center. Dr. Russo is teaming with Interventional Cardiologist Bruce J. Haik, M.D., RWJBarnabas Health System Director of Cardiac Catheterization Laboratories and the cardiac team at Monmouth on the hospital’s TAVR program. Dr. Russo, who serves as director of the Center for Aortic Diseases, director of Cardiothoracic Surgery Research and director of Structural Heart Disease, specializes in complex and reoperative aortic and valvular surgery. Dr. Haik, who practices as an attending Interventional Cardiologist at Newark Beth-Israel and Saint Barnabas Medical Center as well as Monmouth and Community Medical Center, has performed more than 10,000 cardiac procedures including complex angioplasty and TAVR. To achieve the best possible patient outcomes, Dr. Russo and Dr. Haik use leading-edge technologies, including minimally invasive, endovascular, and hybrid approaches such as TAVR.

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WELCOME ABOARD AS THE NEW CHIEF OF CARDIOLOGY, ISAAC H. TAWFIK, M.D., LEADS MONMOUTH MEDICAL CENTER’S TEAM OF HEART SPECIALISTS.

MONMOUTH MEDICAL CENTER (MMC) HAS NAMED Isaac H. Tawfik, M.D., its new chief of cardiology. Board certified in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology, Dr. Tawfik brings years of interventional cardiology experience to his new position. After earning his medical degree at Temple University School of Medicine, Dr. Tawfik completed his residency in Internal Medicine at UMDNJ—Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. He then went on to complete two fellowships: The first was a cardiology fellowship at UMDNJ—Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, followed by an interventional cardiology fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Over the years, Dr. Tawfik’s research projects have included “Panel Reactive Screening and Treatment Practices Following Bridge to Transplant Ventricular Assist Device Placement,” which was published in the Transplantation Proceedings journal. He is also board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in cardiovascular diseases and interventional cardiology and by the National Board of Echocardiography. In his new role, Dr. Tawfik leads Monmouth Medical Center’s Cardiac Services Department. The hospital has earned a host of impressive national accreditation and rankings, which attest to its commitment to cardiac excellence. Monmouth has received Joint Commission Disease Specific Certification for Acute Coronary Syndrome, Cardiac Rehabilitation and Stroke, as well as the Get With The Guidelines–Heart Failure Gold Quality Achievement Award from the American Heart Association. This recognition that signifies the hospital has reached an aggressive goal of treating heart failure patients for at least 90 days with 85 percent compliance to core standard levels of care outlined by the American Heart Association/American College of Cardiology secondary prevention guidelines for heart failure patients. MMC’s cardiac services regional leadership in cardiac excellence was demonstrated by its selection by The Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) among just nine U.S. hospitals for its Mentor Hospital Registry for Heart Failure. Monmouth was the only New Jersey hospital tapped for this volunteer initiative to provide support, advice, clinical expertise and guidance to hospitals seeking help with their health care improvement efforts. Dr. Tawfik joins the team of dedicated heart specialists that comprise BHMG Cardiology Services– Monmouth (see box at right), and will see patients at their office located at 166 Morris Avenue, Second Floor, in Long Branch.

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A NEW PRIMARY CARE FACILITY IN EATONTOWN PROVIDES EASIER ACCESS TO MMC’S MEDICAL SERVICES. PROVIDING EXPANDED ACCESS TO PRIMARY CARE MEDICAL services, Monmouth Medical Center has partnered with Barnabas Health Medical Group (BHMG) to open RWJBH Primary Care–Eatontown. Located at 145 Wyckoff Rd., suite 301, in Eatontown, the new facility, which opened on Jan. 2, features a calming, spa-like decor designed to create a feeling of serenity, with 15 exam rooms and ample parking to meet the needs of patients. “Monmouth continues to make significant strides in expanding our primary care network,” says Bill Arnold, president and CEO of Monmouth Medical Center. “In collaboration with Barnabas Health Medical Group, we also opened a primary care office in Shrewsbury in June and are preparing to open a primary care office in Ocean Township, with plans for a Howell primary care office in conjunction with our southern campus in Lakewood.”

RWJBH Primary Care–Eatontown is staffed with a highly skilled team of physicians, all board certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine and on staff at Monmouth Medical Center, as well as an advanced nurse practitioner. It offers flexible appointment hours and annual physical exams; on-site laboratory testing and vaccinations; diagnoses and treatment of common medical problems; discussion of healthy lifestyle choices, and referrals for patients to medical specialists when necessary. BHMG is a multi-specialty medical group that is part of RWJBarnabas Health. It offers coordinated, patient-centered care throughout New Jersey, with convenient access to the vast resources and technologies offered by RWJBarnabas Health. To learn more about Barnabas Health Medical Group, visit rwjbh.org/medicalgroup.

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HOT STUFF UPDATE YOUR WARDROBE AND STOCK UP ON THESE BASICS FOR THE SPRING AND SUMMER.

Clockwise from top, mixed media trainer by Bally, Nordstrom, Freehold, 732.308.1117; perforated leather trainer by Moreschi, moreschi.it; navy trainer by Salvatore Ferragamo, Garmany, Red Bank, 732.576.8500.

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From top, suede belts and brown and navy dress shoes by Moreschi, moreschi.it.

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Dress shirts by Eton, Garmany, Red Bank, 732.576.8500

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Button-fly dark wash jeans by Jacob Cohen, Garmany, Red Bank, 732.576.8500

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ESCAPES

LAST CALL AS WINTER WINDS DOWN, THERE’S NO BETTER TIME TO HIT THE SLOPES: DEALS AND SPECIALS ARE BEING OFFERED NEAR AND FAR, BECKONING LOCAL SKIERS TO ENJOY THE GREAT OUTDOORS. BY DARIUS AMOS

TIRED OF SHOVELING, DUSTING THE WHITE STUFF from your car and driving cautiously during your evening commute? It’s time to actually enjoy the snow! Ski trips in February offer special benefits to those who can make them happen. In fact, this month is widely considered the best overall month to ski and snowboard: There is minimal risk of visiting a resort that is not fully open due to insufficient snow, and trail conditions are still chalky and winter-like rather than slushy and spring-like when mountains begin to warm. So if you haven’t gone downhill or slalomed yet, visit one (or two or three) of the following nearby resorts. They’re all powder-packed with snowy fun for all ages!

CAMPGAW MOUNTAIN

Mahwah Take the Garden State Parkway to the New York border (about 90 minutes from Rumson) and ski Campgaw, Bergen County’s only ski resort. The mountain is intimate but with ample space for all skiers and snowboarders. It features a large course for beginners (lessons are available), two double black diamond trails for experts and everything in between, so there’s a slope for every skill level. And if your local neighborhood hill has lost its luster, snow tubing at Campgaw is in full swing this month, providing thrills and spills (the fun kind, of course) for all ages.

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MOUNTAIN CREEK RESORT

Vernon This bustling Sussex County resort just two hours north of Red Bank offers an adrenaline rush for friends, families, couples and X-Games hopefuls. A daily pass here is your ticket to eight lifts on four mountain peaks, each with trails suitable for all levels. Freestyle skiers and snow boarders head straight to the terrain park, where an assortment of moguls, rails, boxes and ramps await. The resort also holds a variety of events in February, including the Gate Crashers giant slalom race, the New Jersey Special Olympics Winter Games and the annual New Jersey Firefighters Ski Race.

MOUNT PETER SKI AREA

Warwick, N.Y. Macy’s started the Mount Peter ski area in 1936 to show off the department store’s ski apparel, and it’s been one of the Empire State’s most popular facilities ever since. Beginners can take advantage of free ski and snowboarding lessons, offered all winter long, while snow-loving vets will get thrills on the 14 trails. New for the season is the Quad Lift, a four-person chair that provides access to the beginner and intermediate slopes. A 600foot snow tubing hill is open every day for all thrill seekers.

SPRING MOUNTAIN

Spring Mount, Penn. A less-than-two-hour drive west of Middletown leads to this cozy, family-oriented resort. The mountain features seven main trails, two snowtubing runs and a terrain park—the perfect size for a casual skier/snowboarder or one who is just starting out. Think it’s too warm to ski? No worries: Spring Mountain has state-of-the-art snow guns that’ll keep the slopes with powder for the entire season. Take advantage of Sunday family nights for discounted rates and check out February’s schedule, which includes special programs like Men’s Day (every Wednesday) and Women’s Day (Thursdays) as well as events for businesses and college students.

CAMELBACK MOUNTAIN RESORT

Tannersville, Penn. With 35 slopes covering nearly 170 skiable acres, Camelback is one of the Northeast’s winter hotspots. Nestled in the Keystone State’s Pocono region, the mountain features the Nile Mile, a one-mile trail that includes an 800-foot vertical drop. (Daredevils, rejoice!) Rookies and novices can catch their breath: Camelback offers ski and snowboarding lessons for all ages as well as the largest snow tubing park in the country. The resort hosts special events throughout February, including the Sam Adams 3D Air & Après Show with Olympic snowboarding bronze medalist Scotty Lago (Feb. 10) and the Freezin’ for a Reason Polar Bear Plunge (Feb. 17).

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ON THE TOWN

A CHAT WITH...

KRISTIN CHENOWETH SHEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CONQUERED BROADWAY, FEATURE FILMS AND TELEVISION, EARNING EMMY AND TONY awards along the way. Now, ahead of her March 25 concert at the Count Basie Theatre in Red Bank, Kristin Chenoweth talks about her undying devotion to Dolly Parton, how she prepared for Hairspray Live! in just four days and why (surprise!) she sometimes drops an f-bomb or two. BY LANCE DEBLER

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Your name is synonymous with the word “perky,” but is there ever a day when Kristin Chenoweth wakes up on the wrong side of the bed?` [Sighs] Yes. And it happens more frequently than people want to hear about. But the truth is, I’m human. Overall, I am a happy person. I was raised to believe that you have a choice in life. Sometimes things can suck, but often, happiness isn’t just a feeling—it’s a choice. So you do have bad days? Yes. When I was New York recently, I had terrible jet lag—I’d arrived the night before— and I had to do a press day all day, which meant I had to go to a lot of different places by car. In NYC, while the President was in town. We were late everywhere—one of my biggest pet peeves is being late—and we actually missed a couple of events. So, you know, a couple of f-bombs might have flown out of my mouth. Was anyone surprised by that? My driver/security guy said, “K.C., I love it when you get mad…it’s the best.” [laughs] But you did get to most of those press events. Did you have to shake it off and put on the always-perky persona? I usually try to adjust myself, but sometimes, during an interview, I’m like, “Look, I’m not having the best day, so if you sense anything…” I flat-out tell them! So you never fake it? No! I can’t. I think that’s the biggest misconception about me—“Oh, she’s just faking it.” But if I have to, I say, “Look, I’m on my period,” or “Look, someone pissed me off,” or “I lost a job today” or “I don’t want to be here because I don’t feel good.” I just say it. Then I find that [the interview] actually ends up being more fun, or something surprising happens, and it ends up being all right. Legend has it that Dolly Parton is one of your idols. What do you love about her? You would think it’s her music, and that’s definitely what drew me to her as a child, but it’s that she is exactly who you want her to be. When you meet Dolly, she’s her authentic self. I’ve been at her concerts, and I swear, if I had a cup—a red Solo cup full of poison—and she was like, “Okay, ya’ll, drink up!”, I would. Because you just do what she says. She is truth and light; she’s everything I want to be. Wait—did you say you’d drink a cup of poison? Yes, that’s exactly what I said! If Dolly said to drink up, I’d be like, “All right!” That’s some serious devotion. Does your connection to Dolly stem from your upbringing? You’re both Southern belles. It must be. I even kind of sound like her, and that’s not on purpose.

You really do. There’s a clip of you singing “I Will Always Love You” (written and first performed by Parton) on YouTube, and you sound so much like her. I know! I was told that since I was a little bitty girl—“You sound just like a young Dolly”— even before I knew who Dolly Parton was. And of course, that made me really want to know who she was. She’s been working on a musical based on her life for some time now. Gee, do you possibly have any idea who should play her? Hmm, let me think. If you’ll give me just five minutes or so, I can come up with a couple of names. [Short pause] Um, ME, hello! I know that she has suggested that I play her—and I’d like that, but I want her to hurry up! Well, out of sight out of mind—you need to make your presence known. Believe me, I’m this close to moving to Dollywood. You originated the role of Glinda the Good Witch in Wicked—was it hard to leave and see someone else fill the part? Oh no, I loved it. It made me happy that the show continued and that people were filling these roles. My only desire and hope was that the creators would continue to let people put their own stamp on the roles, because I don’t think it’s fair to have them follow me or Idina [Menzel, who played Elphaba]. A few years back, you guest-starred on Hot in Cleveland. Was Betty White every bit as fantastic as we imagine? Yes, yes, yes—she’s exactly what you want her to be. Kind of like Dolly? Yes! I’m in my 40s now, and I’ve had the chance to meet and work with a lot of my idols. And I have to tell you, I have not been disappointed. Well, I’ve been disappointed once, but of course, I’m not going to tell you who that was. But everybody else has lived up to my expectations.

done as a scene, not a performance. And I just felt [Glee creator] Ryan Murphy really nailed it—he directed that. Before you appeared as Velma in Hairspray Live! for NBC, you said you thought the broadcast might give you cardiac arrest. What was it that worried you? I didn’t have a lot of time to prepare for Velma, so I was coming in late, which they were fine with. They were like, “Hell, show up the day before.” But I came in four days before, in a role I’ve never done. I know the show, but I just didn’t know Velma very well, and I wanted to nail it. Plus, I am a klutz, and weird things happen to me. I don’t know what it is—I can just be standing there and something will fall on my head, I’ll fall in a hole, there’ll be a random wire… I just have that about me. And I thought, “Please, dear God, not on live television…” But supposedly, there was a wardrobe malfunction. What really happened with that? My bra strap fell out. You didn’t show anything, though, did you? No! People get all—well, you know how people are. They like to see what’s not there. Right! And they like to see what’s not there in life too. [laughs] You’ve done theater, television, ilm, albums…what else is on your bucket list? Writing a musical. That’s a big one—I want that so bad. I have a theater in Oklahoma that bears my name, and I’d like it to win a Tony award or produce a Tony-award winner. I would like it to have its due. And I’ve always wanted to host Saturday Night Live, but it’s just not going to happen. Why not? I’m not sure, but I can dream, can’t I? [laughs]

You played Annabeth Schott, deputy press secretary at the White House, on West Wing. What would she do if she were working with the current administration? She’d be regularly re-filling her Xanax prescription. Then she’d be advising the President the best that she could. I think her first rule of business would be taking his iPhone away.

Have you put your name in the running? Well, there was a time when they were interested and they said, “Get a big movie or a TV show,” and I did. I even won an Emmy, and it never happened [laughs]. I don’t know that there are lot of fans over there—honestly, I don’t know—but I still admire what they do, and I just love the show. And I feel like if I weren’t doing musical theater, I would have wanted to be in that job.

A lot of Glee fans name your performance of “Home” (from The Wiz) as a favorite. Do you have one you like best? I do—it’s “One Less Bell to Answer”/“A House Is Not A Home,” a duet that I did with Matthew Morrison. I loved it because it was

Let’s get a little personal: What kind of man wins over Kristin Chenoweth? They have to understand that I’m an artist first. And my time—the schedule is kind of gross. If they can hang with those two things and not be mad at me, then we’re all set. MONMOUTH HE ALTH & LIFE

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One cool The Comeback Kid MOVE OVER, SAUERKRAUT! KIMCHI IS BEING HAILED AS BRUSSELS WERE ONCE NAMED AMERICA’S ‘MOST HATED A VERSATILESPROUTS SUPERFOOD THAT PACKS A NUTRITIOUS— VEGETABLE,’ BUT THEIR HEALTH BENEFITS ARE NOW EARNING THEM A AND TASTY—PUNCH. PLACE ON MANY A MENU. LESS THAN A DECADE AGO, IT SEEMED unlikely the Brussels sprout would eventually become a revered addition to the dinner table. In fact, in 2008 the cruciferous vegetable, a relative of cauliflower and broccoli, was named America’s “most hated vegetable” by a Heinz survey. It’s since soared in popularity, and whether or not you’re sold on the flavor—nutty with a balance of sweet and savory elements—the health benefits should serve as temptation enough to give them a shot.

POWER UP One cup of raw Brussels sprouts has only about 40 calories, 2 grams of sugar, 4 grams of protein and 3 grams of fiber—a combination that earned the veggie a stamp of approval from the American Diabetes Association. It’s also loaded with vitamins and minerals, including about double (190 percent) the daily-recommended amount of vitamin K, which the body uses to help blood clot. (Note: Because of its high vitamin K content, people on blood thinning medications should talk to their physician before eating Brussels sprouts in excess.) It has 120 percent of the recommended value of vitamin C, which boosts immune function, and 15 percent of vitamin A (promotes healthy vision), manganese (builds bones and metabolizes energy), and folate (supports reproductive and heart health). One common complaint about Brussels sprouts is their sulfuric smell when cooking—that comes from

the presence of glucosinolates, a compound in all cruciferous vegetables. But those glucosinolates have a plus side: When digested, they form active compounds that may prevent certain cancers. For those deterred by the smell, cook the sprouts at a lower temperature or eat them raw.

BUY/STORE/SERVE Look for sprouts that are small, compact and relatively similar in size so that they cook evenly. They should look fresh, without bruised, browned or yellowed leaves. Once purchased, they will stay fresh in the refrigerator (in a sealed plastic bag) for about a week. You can also purchase sprouts still attached to the stalk, which will allow them to keep fresh longer.

An easy (and tasty) way to prepare Brussels sprouts is to roast them with extra virgin olive oil (you can even add some pork bacon or lean turkey bacon to enhance the flavor). Simply cut off the bottoms, slice the sprouts in half lengthwise and toss them with the oil, salt and pepper. Bake at 400˚F for 20–30 minutes, tossing occasionally, until browned on the outside. The leaves can also be roasted separately until crisp to eat as chips or used as a topping on pizza. In addition, you can serve the sprouts raw by shredding them and tossing with lemon and olive oil.

DID YOU KNOW? A recent recipe for Brussels sprouts sliders published by The New York Times caused a pre-Thanksgiving debate that might rival even a heated political discussion. It can be accessed on the Times website, complete with commentary.

—Liz Donovan

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DENTISTS 2018 TO HELP YOU FIND GREAT DENTAL CARE, MONMOUTH HEALTH & LIFE magazine commissioned Professional Research Services (PRS) of Troy, Michigan to conduct a peer-review survey of hundreds of practicing and active dentists across the county. Dentists were asked to choose which of their peers they consider the very best, across seven different practice areas—endodontics, general dentistry, oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, periodontics and prosthodontics. All the final honorees were fact-checked with the State of New Jersey and the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs License Verification System. The highest vote getters within each specialty who are in good standing with the state are included here in the second annual “Monmouth County’s Top Dentists” list. There are many other good dentists practicing in Monmouth County who may not be included on this list; we recommend that you consider “Monmouth County’s Top Dentists” and other resources before scheduling your next dental procedure.

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ENDODONTICS FABIO G. APOLITO Advanced Endodontic Associates, PA 303 W. Main St. Freehold, NJ 07728 732.462.4606 ARTHUR L. BERGER Advanced Endodontic Associates, PA 79 Oak Hill Rd. Red Bank, NJ 07701 732.345.8090 MELINDA BLUME Dr. Melinda Blume, DDS 4251 Highway 9 Freehold, NJ 07728 732.577.1855 LEONARD EISNER Dr. Leonard Eisner, DDS 4251 Highway 9 Suite D Freehold, NJ 07728 732.577.1855 MARK J. GELBAND Endodontic Associates, PA 200 Maple Ave. Red Bank, NJ 07701 732.741.1567 HERBERT N. GUTENTAG Endodontic Associates, PA 200 Maple Ave. Red Bank, NJ 07701 732.741.1567 SAHRIP KIM Access Endodontics LLC 535 Iron Bridge Rd. Suite 9 Freehold, NJ 07728 732.303.6900 GINNINE S. RIBOLOW Dr. Ginnine Ribolow, DDS 203 Highway 9 Suite 2 Englishtown, NJ 07726 732.972.1900

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ANTONETT M. THAI Advanced Endodontic Associates, PA 303 W. Main St. Freehold, NJ 07728 732.462.4606 IRA J. ZOHN Advanced Endodontic Associates, PA 79 Oak Hill Rd. Red Bank, NJ 07701 732.345.8090

GENERAL DENTISTRY JANET M. BELICH Drs. Belich and Torregrossa Family Dentistry, LLC 77-55 Schanck Rd. Suite B21 Freehold, NJ 07728 732.294.0606 WESLEY BLAKESLEE Wesley Blakeslee, DMD 2517 Highway 35 Manasquan, NJ 08736 732.223.4466 DOUGLAS A. BLOCK Douglas A. Block, DDS 430 Bridge Plaza Dr. Manalapan, NJ 07726 732.536.2482 MARY K. CARON-RUSSO Dentistry at Sea Girt 804 Highway 71 Sea Girt, NJ 08750 732.449.6564 PETER E. CIAMPI Spring Lake Dental Care 310 Morris Ave. Spring Lake, NJ 07762 732.449.5666 RANDALL J. DAVIS Center for Advanced Dentistry 30 Plaza 9 Manalapan, NJ 07726 732.303.0900

JOHN DIBLING Dibling Dental 317 Route 9 Manalapan, NJ 07726 732.780.6426

DAVID HERMAN Shore Smiles Dental 654 Newman Springs Rd. Lincroft, NJ 07738 732.747.4444

THOMAS DRISCOLL Red Bank Dental Associates 258 Broad St. Red Bank, NJ 07701 732.747.2597

ELLEN KATZ Galleria Dental Group 100 Route 9 Manalapan, NJ 07726 732.462.5511

JERRY N. FALK Jerry N. Falk, DMD Allyson K. Falk, DDS Family & Cosmetic Dentistry 15 Carrs Tavern Rd. Clarksburg, NJ 08510 609.259.3250

JOHN P. LITTLE Dentistry at Sea Girt 804 Highway 71 Sea Girt, NJ 08750 732.449.6564

DANA FALLON Dana Fallon Studio for Cosmetic Dentistry 250 Maple Ave. Red Bank, NJ 07701 732.741.0022 MITCHEL L. FRIEDMAN Newman Springs Dental Care 539 Newman Springs Rd. Lincroft, NJ 07738 732.945.5659 THOMAS F. FRISCIA Thomas F. Friscia, DDS, FAGD 4002 Route 9 Morganville, NJ 07751 732.970.0900 MAYA FUCHS Dr. Maya Fuchs, DDS 193 Route 9 Suite 1A Manalapan, NJ 07726 732.683.0434 FRANK A. GIORDANO Freehold Dental Care 155 South St. Freehold, NJ 07728 732.462.2019 ROBERT M. GORDON Jay Andrew Miller, DDS, Robert M. Gordon, DDS & Liza DiMedio, DMD 680 W. Main St. Freehold, NJ 07728 732.462.8770

MARYBETH P. MCCABE McCabe Dentistry 8 Cherry Tree Farm Rd. Middletown, NJ 07748 732.957.8285 APARNA MENON Newman Springs Dental Care 539 Newman Springs Rd. Lincroft, NJ 07738 732.876.9117 JAY A. MILLER Jay Andrew Miller, DDS, Robert M. Gordon, DDS & Liza DiMedio, DMD 680 W. Main St. Freehold, NJ 07728 732.462.8770 GREGORY G. MILLS Morganville Dental Group 505 Route 79 PO Box 190 Morganville, NJ 07751 732.591.1550 LINDA JAYE MOLEE Linda Jaye Molee, DMD 390 Schanck Rd. Freehold, NJ 07728 732.462.6363 PAMELA A. MORELLO Howell Family Smiles 2222 Route 9 Howell, NJ 07731 732.308.0101

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BARRY L. SANDOR Sandor Family Dentistry 70 Schanck Rd. Freehold, NJ 07728 732.462.8877

YANA NEMTSEVA Cambridge Square Dental 280 Route 9 Morganville, NJ 07751 732.972.6400

ROSANNA SANTINI Dental Health Center of Holmdel (DHC) 146 Route 34 Holmdel, NJ 07733 732.946.4244

MARY OLIVERIE Oliverie Dental 1516 Highway 138 Wall, NJ 07719 732.681.5544 GARY OSMANOFF Dr. Gary Osmanoff 710 Tennent Rd. Manalapan, NJ 07726 732.617.2830 LOLA PALADINO Georgetown Dental Associates 821 Tennent Rd. Manalapan, NJ 07726 732.536.2600 ANTHONY S. PANNONE Oakwood Dental Arts 342 Mounts Corner Dr. Freehold, NJ 07728 732.414.2683 MARK L. RUGGERI Oakwood Dental Arts 20 White Rd. Shrewsbury, NJ 07702 732.945.7388 JEFFREY S. SACHS Jeffrey S. Sachs, DMD 812 Poole Ave. Suite E Hazlet, NJ 07730 732.739.0900 ROBERT M. SACKS Robert M. Sacks, DDS, PA 257 Monmouth Rd. Oakhurst, NJ 07755 732.531.0777

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MICHAEL J. SANTO Michael J. Santo, DDS, PA 210 W. Front St. Suite 202 Red Bank, NJ 07701 732.530.1003 GARY S. SCHER Morganville Dental Group 505 Route 79 PO Box 190 Morganville, NJ 07751 732.591.1550 BRYAN SHUMAKER Beautiful Aesthetic Smiles 265 Highway 34 Suite D Colts Neck, NJ 07722 732.431.0800 ALAN G. STERN Alan G. Stern, DDS 804 W. Park Ave. Suite 1L Ocean, NJ 07712 732.493.8030 KENNETH E. ZIER Dr. Kenneth E. Zier, DDS 23 Kilmer Dr. Suite H Morganville, NJ 07751 732.972.1303 STEVEN R. ZUNGER Steven R. Zunger & John W. James 520 Bridge Plaza Dr. Manalapan, NJ 07726 732.536.0088

ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY JEFFREY C. ELBAUM Center for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 1125 Highway 35 Ocean , NJ 07712 732.531.8700 JOHN FRATTELLONE Alliance Oral Surgery 79 Oak Hill Rd. Red Bank, NJ 07701 732.842.3100 JARED GELBAND Central Jersey Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, PA 158 Main St. Matawan, NJ 07747 732.566.7648 KAYVON HAGHIGHI Maxillofacial Surgery Center for Excellence 276 Broad St. Red Bank, NJ 07701 732.530.1110 EDWARD KOZLOVSKY Marlboro Center For Oral Surgery & Dental Implantology 15 School Rd. East Suite 1 Marlboro, NJ 07746 732.625.2244 BRIAN S. KROST Center for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 501 Iron Bridge Rd. Suite 14 Freehold, NJ 07728 732.431.3400 MARTEN N. LADMAN Oral Surgery Dental Implants 87 Route 520 Morganville, NJ 07751 732.972.0002

STUART H. MEYER Central Jersey Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, PA 158 Main St. Matawan, NJ 07747 732.566.7648 JOSEPH F. MIELE Middletown Oral Surgery Associates 21 New Monmouth Rd. Middletown, NJ 07748 732.671.5822 BRIAN PATERSON Central Jersey Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, PA 158 Main St. Matawan, NJ 07747 732.566.7648

TOP DENTISTS LISTINGS

TIMOTHY MORIARTY Dentistry at Sea Girt 804 Highway 71 Sea Girt, NJ 08750 732.449.6564

RICHARD A. SALMAN Howell Dental Surgery Group, PA 100 Candlewood Commons Howell, NJ 07731 732.364.0400 GEORGE W. SANDAU Marlboro Center For Oral Surgery & Dental Implantology 15 School Rd. East Suite 1 Marlboro, NJ 07746 732.625.2244 MICHAEL STEINLE Center for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 501 Iron Bridge Rd. Suite 14 Freehold , NJ 07728 732.431.3400 LAURENCE D. SUSSMAN Central Jersey Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, PA 158 Main St. Matawan, NJ 07747 732.566.7648

JOHN M. MCELROY Central Jersey Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, PA 158 Main St. Matawan, NJ 07747 732.566.7648

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ORTHODONTICS ARTHUR J. APPEL Appel Orthodontics 221 Taylors Mills Rd. Manalapan, NJ 07726 732.845.0500 KENNETH A. BARTON Barton Orthodontics 160 Main St. Matawan, NJ 07747 888.566.5747 EDWARD S. BOIM Edward S. Boim, DDS 804 W. Park Ave. Building B Ocean, NJ 07712 732.686.6053 MICHAEL J. CHUNG Advanced Center for Orthodontics 535 Iron Bridge Rd. Suite 9 Freehold, NJ 07728 732.308.0022 PATRICK T. CUOZZO Cuozzo Orthodontic Specialists 4 Swimming River Rd. Lincroft, NJ 07738 732.747.3466 BRAD ELKIN Brace Place 509 Stillwells Corner Rd. Freehold, NJ 07728 732.333.8714 JOSHUA Z. EPSTEIN Brace Place 800 Tennent Rd. Manalapan, NJ 07726 732.385.8410 MARTIN B. EPSTEIN Brace Place 800 Tennent Rd. Manalapan, NJ 07726 732.385.8410

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TARA GOSTOVICH Tara Gostovich, DMD, PA 479 County Rd. 520 Suite A - 204 Marlboro, NJ 07746 732.617.1211 AMY HOCH Hoch Orthodontics 105 Reids Hill Rd. Aberdeen-Matawan, NJ 07747 732.566.7788 ANDREW HOCH Hoch Orthodontics 105 Reids Hill Rd. Aberdeen-Matawan, NJ 07747 732.566.7788 GERALD S. HOCH Hoch Orthodontics 105 Reids Hill Rd. Aberdeen-Matawan, NJ 07747 732.566.7788 JAMES ISAACSON Isaacson Orthodontics LLP 103 Parker Rd. West Long Branch, NJ 07764 732.870.8077 RICHARD ISAACSON Isaacson Orthodontics LLP 103 Parker Rd. West Long Branch, NJ 07764 732.870.8077 JEFFREY S. KARLIN Dr. Jeffrey S. Karlin Orthodontics 345 Union Hill Rd. Suite 2G Manalapan, NJ 07726 732.972.1345 RAYMOND KIM Raymond Kim Orthodontics 251 Monmouth Rd. Oakhurst, NJ 07755 732.663.0770 MARVIN A. KORNMEHL Marvin Kornmehl, DDS 103 Candlewood Commons Howell, NJ 07731 732.364.1323

KEVIN LANG Kevin Lang Orthodontics 1300 Route 35 Ocean Twp., NJ 07712 732.531.4700

SHAINA FELSENSTEIN Kids Dental Kare 4521 Route 9 Howell, NJ 07731 732.905.0808

GEORGE SARGISS Brace Place 509 Stillwells Corner Rd. Freehold, NJ 07728 732.333.8714

SALLY M. GUERRASIO Atlantic Pediatric Dentistry, PC 200 White Rd. Suite 113 Little Silver, NJ 07739 732.842.1155

MARK SCHWITZ Mark J. Schwitz, DDS 4687 Highway 9 Howell, NJ 07731 732.994.6663 JOEL M. STORM Dr. Joel Storm, DDS 224 Taylors Mills Rd. Suite 102 Manalapan, NJ 07726 732.462.9500 MARTIN WISNIEWSKI Martin Wisniewski DDS 23 Kilmer Dr. Suite F Morganville, NJ 07751 732.540.1318

PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY JILL ALENIER Shore Pediatric Dental Group 152 Broad St. Red Bank, NJ 07701 732.842.5577 MADELINE M. BADALATY Madeline M. Badalaty, DMD 105 Berkeley Ave. Ocean, NJ 07712 732.774.7008 DANNY CHIANG My First Dentist 308 Route 9 Englishtown, NJ 07726 732.972.2990 JAY FELSENSTEIN Kids Dental Kare 4521 Route 9 Howell, NJ 07731 732.905.0808

RICHARD J. HEINOWITZ Richard J. Heinowitz, DDS, PA 345 Union Hill Rd. Suite H Manalapan, NJ 07726 732.972.0919 CHRISTINE M. HENRY Shore Pediatric Dental Group 152 Broad St. Red Bank, NJ 07701 732.842.5577 WILLIAM LIEBERMAN Shore Pediatric Dental Group 152 Broad St. Red Bank, NJ 07701 732.842.5577 LIYA OSTROW Dr. Max Sulla and Associates 122 Professional View Dr. Building 100 Freehold, NJ 07728 732.625.8080 MATT M. SAFARI Atlantic Pediatric Dentistry, PC 200 White Rd. Suite 113 Little Silver, NJ 07739 732.842.1155 IRVIN B. SHERMAN Shore Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dental Care 514 Garfield Ave. Avon-by-the-Sea, NJ 07717 732.775.1492 KATE SIEGLER Shore Pediatric Dental Group 152 Broad St. Red Bank, NJ 07701 732.842.5577

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PERIODONTICS SAMANTHA AARON Shore Dental Arts, PA 616 Fifth Ave. Suite 102 Belmar, NJ 07719 732.681.2393 WAYNE A. ALDREDGE Holmdel Periodontics & Implant Dentistry 999 Palmer Ave. Suite 1 Holmdel, NJ 07733 732.671.7100 ANTHONY M. DICESARE DiCesare & DiCesare 240 Half Mile Rd. Red Bank, NJ 07701 732.747.2888 ANTHONY N. DICESARE DiCesare & DiCesare 240 Half Mile Rd. Red Bank, NJ 07701 732.747.2888 MITESH FALDU Mid-Atlantic Periodontics, PC 555 Iron Bridge Rd. Suite 14 Freehold, NJ 07728 732.409.0090 LESLIE-ANN FURIE Leslie-Ann Furie, DDS & Gary J. Penner, DDS, LLC 193 Route 9 Suite 2C Manalapan, NJ 07726 732.409.2900 MARC E. GORDON Marc E. Gordon, DMD, PC 3508 Route 9 Howell, NJ 07731 732.364.2025

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BENJAMIN GREENSTEIN Dr. Benjamin Greenstein, DMD 900 W. Main St. Freehold, NJ 07728 732.780.1450 ROBERT A. HERSH The Center For Oral Health 507 Stillwells Corner Rd. Freehold, NJ 07728 732.462.8181 JEFFREY A. MILONE Lincroft Village Dental Care 9 Middletown-Lincroft Rd. Lincroft, NJ 07738 732.504.6913 GARY J. PENNER Leslie-Ann Furie, DDS & Gary J. Penner, DDS, LLC 193 Route 9 Suite 2C Manalapan, NJ 07726 732.409.2900 DEBRA G. SALMAN Howell Dental Surgery Group, PA 100 Candlewood Commons Howell, NJ 07731 732.364.0400

CHRISTOPHER DI TURI Shrewsbury Dental Associates 59 Avenue at the Common Suite 205 Shrewsbury, NJ 07702 732.741.5533 ERIC M. GORDON Advanced Dental Arts 225 Highway 35 Suite 106 Red Bank, NJ 07701 732.741.7333 GAIL P. PETROSKY Gail P. Petrosky DMD, PC 225 Gordons Corner Rd. Suite 2E Manalapan, NJ 07726 732.446.4600

TOP DENTISTS LISTINGS

MAX SULLA Dr. Max Sulla and Associates 122 Professional View Dr. Building 100 Freehold, NJ 07728 732.625.8080

ANTHONY SALLUSTIO Anthony Sallustio DDS 1300 Allenhurst Ave. Ocean Twp., NJ 07712 732.531.4046

ANDREW R. SAMUEL Advanced Periodontics and Dental Implants, LLC 1300 Highway 35 Plaza 1, Suite 203 Ocean, NJ 07712 732.517.9800 JEFFREY N. ZATZKIN Jeffrey N. Zatzkin DDS 620 Shrewsbury Ave. Suite B Tinton Falls, NJ 07701 732.993.3680

PROSTHODONTICS

JAMES M. COUREY Specialized Dentistry of New Jersey 224 Taylors Mills Rd. Suite 110 Manalapan, NJ 07726 732.410.7101

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TOP DENTISTS PROFILES

SHAINA FELSENSTEIN, D.M.D. JAY FELSENSTEIN, D.D.S. NOT EVERY DENTIST can work with children. As with great teachers, it takes a special type of dentist to be able to connect with kids, in addition to training three more years after dental school to make sure children are appropriately treated. It’s these qualities that Dr. Jay Felsenstein and daughter Dr. Shaina Felsenstein have that led them to work together at Kids Dental Kare, founded by Dr. Jay, and voted by peers as a Top Dentist. “While I’m humbled for being nominated as a Top NJ Dentist, my authenticity, sincerity and devotion are some of the top strengths that have landed me here,” says Dr. Shaina. Choosing pediatric dentistry came naturally to Dr. Shaina. She grew up in and around her father’s pediatric dental office, taking cues from his quality dentistry and patient care and her

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mother’s notable ability to make a patient and their family feel at home. Today, the well-being of their patients continues to be most important to both dentists. They’re able to wear many hats as pediatric dentists, from being as fun-loving, gentle and approachable as possible for children, while keeping a skilled, knowledgeable and reliable demeanor for their caretakers. “I found the greatest reward is making little ones feel comfortable in a situation that can often seem threatening and frightening,” says Dr. Jay, whose talents also include the ability to make children’s noses squeak. Included in the many ways they make children relaxed is the office environment, where team members are busy making balloon animals and kids are busy collecting prizes and playing video games in the reception area.

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KIDS DENTAL KARE

4521 Route 9, Howell, NJ 07731 • 732.905.0808 • kdkinhowell.com

Kids can enjoy a pain-free treatment thanks to a current product, called Icon. “Icon is a pain-free topical liquid applied to teeth which helps change the appearance of unwanted white spots and discolored areas,” Dr. Shaina says. It’s one of the many ways this duo helps their young patients grow up with a healthy smile that will last a lifetime. Dr. Jay Felsenstein, known as “Dr. Jay,” grew up in Brooklyn, New York. He graduated from Columbia University with a BA degree in Biology and graduated from the State University of New York School of Dental Medicine at Stony Brook. He received his specialty training in Pediatric Dentistry at the Eastman Dental Center in Rochester, New York. He’s a member of the American Dental Association, New Jersey Dental Association, American

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Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and New Jersey Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Shaina Felsenstein, known as “Dr. Shaina,” is a board certified pediatric dentist. She’s an active member in the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, New Jersey Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association and the New Jersey Dental Association. She keeps up to date with current dental topics to provide optimal patient care, striving to make the dental experience one of ease for both children and their parents. She attended Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine. Dr. Shaina completed her pediatric specialty training at Long Island Jewish Cohen Children’s Hospital, where she was appointed chief resident in her last year and developed the specialized skills needed to treat children individually.

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DOUGLAS A. BLOCK, D.D.S.

430 Bridge Plaza Dr., Manalapan, NJ 07726 • 732.536.2482 • drblockdental.com DR. DOUGLAS BLOCK, consistently awarded Top Dentist in New Jersey, grew up in a diverse neighborhood in Brooklyn, NY that taught him a depth of compassion and understanding which gives him the ability to communicate openly and honestly with his patients. “We stress maintaining open lines of communication with our patients and we want to hear their every concern,” says Dr. Block about his dedication to patient education. “We are accessible all the time.” Dr. Block is well known for his patience and for going above and beyond the time needed to explain options and treatments to patients of all ages. “Our patients have to feel confident they are making the best choices in treatment,” he says. The practice focusses on proper oral care and early detection. He offers expert services including all phases of general dentistry. Services also include in-office teeth whitening and Invisalign®.

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As a young child, Dr. Block discovered an affinity for working with his hands and realized that he also wanted to enter into the health field so he could heal and comfort others. He found that dentistry would be the perfect fit to combine his passions and skills. A graduate of Georgetown University School of Dentistry, Dr. Block has now practiced dentistry for over 30 years. Dr. Block’s state-of-the-art office includes the latest technology, such as digital radiography, which administers treatment in an effective and comfortable manner. Digital scanning now takes impressions of a patient’s teeth without the traditional gag reflex traditional techniques would incur. Dr. Block also understand the benefit of offering nitrous oxide in his practice to calm fearful patients. Dr. Block is joined in his office with Dr. Charles Kocun who also practices general dentistry.

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PATRICK T. CUOZZO, D.D.S.

CUOZZO ORTHODONTIC SPECIALISTS

4 Swimming River Rd., Lincroft, NJ 07738 • 732.747.3466 • 4straightteeth.com

HAVING JOINED HIS FATHER IN PRACTICE IN 1997, Dr. Cuozzo, affectionately known as Dr. Pat, is proud to continue his family’s legacy of providing outstanding orthodontic services. He has received much recognition for his work, including the Timothy O. Heatwole Chair for Ethical Standards and Humanitarianism, a Certificate of Excellence from the Prosthodontic Honor Society and an award for Outstanding Achievement from the Academy of Operative Dentistry. Dr. Pat and his staff know that creating a beautiful smile requires the latest in technology, both for diagnosis and treatment purposes. He operates two state-of-the-art offices, one in Lincroft and the other in Sea Girt. Because Dr. Pat treats both adults and children, he offers convenient hours that allow for easier scheduling. He believes strongly in beginning treatment at the best appropriate time that will allow for excellent results in as short a time as

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possible. His office is one of few in New Jersey to offer VATECH PaX-i3D Green CBCT technology. Because this system performs a 3D scan of a tooth or the entire jaw, it gives a detailed analysis of the mouth while using only a low dose of radiation. This one technique provides extraordinary accuracy, crucial to any diagnosis. Cuozzo Orthodontic Specialists offer traditional, clear and lingual braces, as well as Invisalign® for adults and teens. Taking impressions before Invisalign® treatment can be challenging for some patients. Dr. Pat uses digital technology to accomplish an accurate tooth impression. This technology works without messy molds that sometimes create discomfort for patients. Overall, it is considered to be less stressful than traditional impression methods. The entire staff at Cuozzo Orthodontic has a wealth of experience and has a reputation for professionalism, honesty and compassion when dealing with patients and family members.

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ERIC GORDON, D.M.D.

ADVANCED DENTAL ARTS

225 Highway 35 North, Suite 106, Red Bank, NJ 07701 • 732.741.7333 • yoursmilesource.com DR. ERIC GORDON embraces the concept of revitalization in delivering dental health and attractive smiles to his patients. As a licensed specialist in cosmetic restorative dentistry, Dr. Eric Gordon enhances the appearance and function of teeth through a variety of coordinated disciplines, from smile whitening and the replacement of older restorations, to dental veneers, crown and bridgework, and implants. He received his prosthodontic specialty training at the NYU College of Dentistry, where he also completed a two-year fellowship in surgical and restorative implant dentistry. Currently, he is a clinical professor of prosthodontics at Monmouth Medical Center and donates time as a team member of the hospital’s Regional Cleft Palate Center. Dr. Gordon lectures nationally and internationally on the subjects of dental aesthetics and implant dentistry. He has achieved GNYAP fellowship status and is the immediate past president of the Northeastern Gnathological Society, organizations focused on restorative and implant dentistry for optimal patient outcomes. He thanks his colleagues for their continued confidence in his abilities as a clinician, teacher and leader in advanced dental care.

BRYAN SHUMAKER, D.D.S.

BEAUTIFUL AESTHETIC SMILES

265 Hwy. 34, Suite D, Colts Neck, NJ 07722 • 732.431.0800 • drshumaker.com FOR 35 YEARS, Dr. Bryan Shumaker has provided personal dental care in Colts Neck to patients of all ages. His success comes largely from his belief in a “health-centered” model of treatment, encouraging patients to address dental problems in their early stages. This often results in better results and a less expensive cost in the long run. Dr. Shumaker has a skill set few other dentists have because he continually participates in the highest level of hands-on training with the country’s best leading dental clinicians. With his combined unique training, technical expertise and artistic talents, Dr. Shumaker has an ease about him that immediately calms down the most anxious dental patient. Dr. Shumaker’s office reflects a relaxed approach to treatment, from the physical surroundings to the caring attitude of his staff. He frequently receives referrals from patients, many of whom have been with him for decades. Dr. Shumaker performs procedures including porcelain crowns and veneers in addition to routine oral care. A frequent Top Dentist in New Jersey, Dr. Shumaker often says his real reward is when a patient can smile, yawn and eat without worrying about their teeth. He’s earned the trust and gratitude of the dentist-shy patient, and, of the specialists who seek the best cosmetic and restorative dental treatment for their patients.

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DENTISTRY AT SEA GIRT

804 Hwy. 71, Sea Girt, NJ 08750 • 732.449.6564 • dentistryatseagirt.com

IN ITS FIFTH DECADE, Dentistry at Sea Girt continues to be a familyoriented dental office offering all phases of dental care, from the routine to complex, and including cosmetic dentistry. Started in 1973, the practice now consists of Dr. John P. Little, Dr. John L. Little, Dr. Mary Russo, Dr. Timothy Moriarty and Dr. Kerry Kareta. The office has been in its current location since 2003 and provides dental care for children and adults. The office is dedicated to helping their patients experience dental treatment without fear, so that they will be motivated to continue care for a lifetime. The office believes strongly in patient education and is very active in this area, providing community education to 30 area pre-schools. In addition to daytime hours, the office is open three nights each week in order to better accommodate patients and their families. Most major insurance is accepted. The office goal is to make sure patients have no reason to go anywhere else for dental care.

TOP DENTISTS PROFILES

JOHN P. LITTLE, D.M.D., J.D. MARY RUSSO, D.M.D. TIMOTHY MORIARTY, D.M.D.

MARC E. GORDON, D.M.D.

PROGRESSIVE PERIODONTICS AND IMPLANT DENTISTRY

1 Industrial Way West, Bldg. C, Eatontown, NJ 07724 • 732.389.3400 3508 US 9, Unit 200, Howell, NJ 07731 • 732.364.2025 • drmgordon.com DR. GORDON IS PROUD to be chosen again for this honor. “We have gained a reputation for providing the highest quality, expert care in periodontics and implant dentistry. Our patients are treated with the utmost respect and compassion. We honor the trust placed in our office by always striving to achieve the best results and maximizing the patient’s quality of life.“ Consistently updating his knowledge in the field of gum treatment and dental implant therapy, Dr. Gordon is able to use advanced techniques to address the most complex of dental issues. From dental implants “Teeth in a Day” to minimally invasive Pinhole Gum Rejuvenation therapy, Dr. Gordon and his professional, dedicated team work on your behalf to bring about the optimal end-results. Dr. Gordon has been in practice for more than 25 years and brings this depth of experience to benefit his patients. With offices in Eatontown and Howell, Dr. Gordon has been voted NJ Monthly Top Dentist 8 times with 5 star patient reviews. Dr. Gordon is also Head of Periodontics for the dental residency program at Monmouth Medical Center. Visit our website for more information: drmgordon.com.

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WAYNE A. ALDREDGE, D.M.D.

HOLMDEL PERIODONTICS & IMPLANT DENTISTRY

999 Palmer Ave., Suite 1, Holmdel, NJ 07733 • 732.671.7100 • holmdelimplantdenitstry.com FORTUNATE IN MANY WAYS, Dr. Wayne Aldredge took the advice of his father to give back to his community and to his profession. One of the ways Dr. Aldredge, a board certified periodontal surgeon and dental implantologist gives back is through his practice. “We do the right thing,” he says. “We never rush or judge our patients, we just want them to chew and smile beautifully and comfortably for a lifetime.” It’s no wonder that almost 100 percent of his patients come to him through wordof-mouth, even from as far as New York and Philadelphia. Dr. Aldredge focuses on dental implants, including Allon-4®, laser dentistry and treatment of gum disease, including the non-invasive pinhole surgical technique to repair receding gums, which is scalpel-free, suture-free and graft-free. He is joined in his practice by Dr. Lee, a board certified in periodontics with training in dental implants and regenerative tissue techniques. A native New Jersian, Dr. Aldredge is an internationally recognized leader in periodontal surgery and implantology. He’s the immediate past-president of the American Academy of Periodontology and president of the Northeastern Society of Periodontists. From 1993 to 1996, Dr. Aldredge proudly practiced general dentistry as an Army Captain at the United States Military Academy at West Point.

EDWARD KOZLOVSKY, D.M.D.

MARLBORO CENTER FOR ORAL SURGERY & DENTAL IMPLANTOLOGY

15 School Road East, Suite 1, Marlboro, NJ 07746 • 732.625.2244

MIDDLETOWN ORAL SURGERY ASSOCIATES

21 New Monmouth Rd., Middletown, NJ 07748 • 732.671.5822 newjerseyoralsurgery.com DR. EDWARD KOZLOVSKY knows that the idea of oral surgery can cause some anxiety. That’s why he uses his calm, compassionate demeanor to help patients get the care they need. That trait, along with performing minimally invasive surgery whenever possible, are reasons why peers voted him as a Top Dentist. Dr. K., as he’s known by most of patients, performs routine and wisdom tooth extraction, dental implant placement, bone regeneration and a variety of cosmetic facial procedures. To ensure that the procedures are completed with the highest level of comfort, IV Sedation and General Anesthesia are available. Dr. K.’s offices are designed and equipped with patient comfort and health in mind. Offices are outfitted with state-of-the-art operatory suites, digital radiography for lowest possible radiation exposure and a 3D CT scan for pinpoint accuracy during diagnosis and surgery. His practice focuses on incision-free implant placement for faster, pain-free healing, as well as Allon-4®, a procedure that replaces a poor-fitting denture, or all the failing top or bottom teeth, with just four implants and a non-removable bridge. Dr. Kozlovsky is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon with surgical privileges at Raritan Bay Medical Center. He is joined in his practice by Dr. Joseph Miele and Dr. George Sandau.

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DRS. GARDINER & DI TURI PA

59 Ave. at the Common, Suite 205, Shrewsbury, NJ 07702 • 732.741.5533 • shrewsburydental@aol.com DR. CHRISTOPHER DI TURI is a duly trained prosthodontist providing an extremely high-quality level of dental care with a nurturing spirit in a gentle, pleasant atmosphere. Dr. DiTuri was trained by some of the country’s leading prosthodontists, many who’ve sought him out for care. Dr. DiTuri’s passion for practicing dentistry and his clinical expertise is recognized in the dental community, including a two-year tenure as president of the New Jersey section of the American College of Prosthodontics (ACP) as well as a national and international delegate for the American College of Prosthodontics. Dr. DiTuri’s many achievements include the title of Clinical Assistant Professor of Prosthodontics (post-graduate position) at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ), serving on the Board of Trustees for Columbus Hospital and the Medical Advisory Board for the Columbus Citizen’s Foundation. He’s also Senior Dental Scientist at Orthobond Corporation and Senior Dental Scientist for research and development at Archer Medical where he’s developed several patents for dental materials. Besides his prestigious education, the doctor’s keen eye for aesthetics helps patients reach their goals. Dr. DiTuri is a typical perfectionist who always pursues excellent and exceptional patient care, addressing every level of detail during treatment.

TOP DENTISTS PROFILES

CHRISTOPHER DI TURI, D.D.S., F.A.C.D., F.I.C.D.

PETER E. CIAMPI, D.D.S., M.A.G.D.

SPRING LAKE DENTAL CARE

310 Morris Ave., Spring Lake, NJ 07762 • 732.449.5666 • springlakesmiles.com BECAUSE DR. PETER CIAMPI has exceeded patient’s expectations for over 27 years, he’s continually chosen by peers in a vote through a NJ Monthly Magazine poll as a Top Dentist in New Jersey, as well as with Monmouth Health & Life Magazine. He’s well known for taking the time to patiently explain in detail various dental options, procedures as well as payment plans and never makes a patient rush into a decision. The head of Spring Lake Dental Care, Dr. Ciampi and his team of board certified and eligible specialists provide all phases of dentistry, including Implant surgery, handled in one facility with the highest degree of professionalism, personal attention and compassionate care. Perhaps the most dramatic of Dr. Ciampi’s services is his reputation in restorative dentistry including implants, All-on-Four™ implantsupported dentures, bridges and porcelain crowns, and his work in cosmetic dentistry, including Invisalign®, porcelain veneers, dental bonding and Dr. Ciampi’s customized Smile Design. Before Smile Design treatment begins, the patient sees a preview of the new smile using the office’s state-of-the art computer imaging technology. Dr. Ciampi and his team, grateful for their own good fortune, give back to others by donating dental supplies to a school in the Dominican Republic and participating in an annual volunteer mission with Remote Area Medical. Recently, Dr. Ciampi was part of a group of dentists that provided free dental treatment to more than 800 patients.

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DANA FALLON, D.M.D.

STUDIO FOR COSMETIC DENTISTRY

250 Maple Ave. (The Wikoff Building), Red Bank, NJ 07701 • 732.741.0022 • danafallon.com DR. DANA FALLON’S COSMETIC DENTISTRY OFFICE is known in the community as a space that looks, feels, sounds and smells nothing like a dental office. But that’s certainly not the only thing that sets Dr. Fallon apart in the dental world. He’s sought out for his smile designs and has taught advanced cosmetic dentistry to established and nationally-recognized dentists worldwide, working alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry. Dr. Fallon’s patients also appreciate his ability to sit “knee-to-knee” with them, spending time listening to their individual needs. “As a patient, I’d want to know that the dentist takes time to understand what I want,” he says. Dr. Fallon takes an artistic and a holistic approach to dental treatment, using only the best available materials. “The mouth/ body connection is critical to overall health,” he adds. “We counsel our patients on good nutrition and make sure they understand the importance of their diet and the relationship between good dental and physical health.” His career as a smile design artist began as an art major and evolved into cosmetic dentistry, graduating from the most prestigious of institutions, including the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies and PAC-Live. His comprehensive cosmetic dentistry services range from smile design to GLO whitening, all provided in a cozy spa-like environment.

JEFFREY ZATZKIN, D.D.S.

620 Shrewsbury Ave., Tinton Falls, NJ 07701 New Patients: 732.993.3680 • Current Patients: 732.747.1766 drjeffreyzatzkin.com WHEN NUDGED ABOUT WHY HE THINKS he earned a 2017 Top Dentist spot by his peers, Dr. Jeffrey Zatzkin modestly says, “I take great care of my patients and I have a good reputation.” Dr. Zatzkin, one of New Jersey’s top periodontists, offers all phases of periodontics and dental implants in a compassionate, comfortable, technologicallyadvanced office. He’s also known for his expertise in performing the pinhole gum rejuvenation procedure as an alternative to gum surgery. The minimally-invasive procedure is done through a very small pinhole without the traditional use of scalpels and sutures. Dr. Zatzkin is at the forefront of working with patients on preventative oral health which contributes to improved overall health. “Oral health is now a prominent part of a patient’s systemic health,” says Dr. Zatzkin, noting one of the dental industry’s greatest strides, the Velscope Laser used for early detection of oral cancer. “I frequently work with my patients’ physicians to help restore optimal health.” To ease anxious patients, Dr. Zatzkin’s office offers pain-free injections, laser technology, All-on-4® sameday implants and sedation options. In addition to his practice, Dr. Zatzkin donates his services on mission trips and Dentistry from the Heart.

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317 Rt. 9 S. Alexander Plaza, Englishtown, NJ 07726 732.780.6426 • diblingdental.com PATIENTS WILL OFTEN SAY they wish they’d found Dr. John Dibling years ago. As a result of his nerve-soothing humor and empathetic nature when it comes to dentistry, generations of families come to his practice. “I listen to my patients’ chief complaints and fears and I address them immediately,” he explains. Dr. Dibling practices traditional general family dentistry and cosmetic dentistry, with his core focus on implant dentistry. He strives to help patients with implant needs by giving them a way to achieve their goals by working with superior materials at affordable prices. Dibling Dental offers comprehensive general dentistry services, restorative dental work, root canal therapy and facial cosmetic fillers like Juvederm® and Botox®.

SAMANTHA AARON, D.M.D.

TOP DENTISTS PROFILES

JOHN DIBLING, D.D.S.

DIBLING DENTAL

SHORE DENTAL ARTS

616 5th Ave., Suite 102, Belmar, NJ 07719 732.607.5500 • shoredentalarts.com WITH A PASSION FOR restoring health to patients suffering from periodontal disease, Dr. Aaron is committed to building long-lasting relationships with her patients. After earning her DMD from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Dr. Aaron obtained a certificate in periodontology from New York University and is Board certified. Her approach to her profession reflects her compassion, a strong attention to detail and a stellar ability to work closely with restorative dentists.

ANTHONY M. DICESARE, D.D.S.

ASPIRE IMPLANT DENTISTRY CENTER 147 Rt. 70, Suite 10, Toms River, NJ 08755 732.994.6700 • apsiresmiles.com DICESARE & DICESARE PERIODONTAL HEALTH SPECIALISTS 240 Half Mile Rd., Red Bank, NJ 07701 732.747.2888 • dicesaredds.com

MARY OLIVERIE, D.M.D.

OLIVERIE DENTAL

1516 Hwy. 138, Suite 1A, Wall, NJ 07719 732.681.5544 • oliveriedental.com IT’S RARE THAT DR. MARY OLIVERIE refers patients to specialists. She acquired her broad spectrum of dentistry skills not only from schooling, but from her mentorship with the prestigious Kois Center. “My thirst for knowledge never ends,” she explains about her need to question everything. Her work with the Kois Center inspires her practice’s standards, leading Dr. Oliverie to now mentor at this world-class evidence-based dental teaching center for esthetics, implants and restorative dentistry. Dr. Oliverie is also on the cutting edge of dental practice digital technology. She’ll soon offer critical new risk assessment software, developed by Dr. John Kois, that impacts and manages a patient’s overall health.

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I AM HONORED to have been chosen again to be featured in the second annual Top Dentists issue. My success and reputation as a periodontist is due largely to my wonderful and caring staff and the strong relationship we have with our patients, many of whom have be coming to the practice for decades. I continue to strive to be on the cutting edge of technology in periodontal treatment. Through Aspire: Implant Dentistry Center we help people enjoy life more by helping them get rid of their dentures and partials. Dental implants are a major part of the practice but the patient’s periodontal health is always the cornerstone of our practice.

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A CUT ABOVE

FORGET GARDEN-VARIETY HEROES—IT’S TIME TO TRY ONE THESE SOPHISTICATED TAKES ON BETWEEN-THE-BREAD OPTIONS.

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CHICKEN ALFREDO SANDWICH

Yields: 5-6 sandwiches INGREDIENTS n 1 tsp. olive oil n ½ lb. chicken tenders n salt and pepper n 2 cloves garlic, minced n 3 Tbs. butter n 3 Tbs. flour n 1½ cups milk n 2 oz. cream cheese n ½ tsp. salt n ¼ cup Italian blend shredded cheese n ¼ cup Parmesan cheese n Italian bread sliced into 10 to 12 pieces

DIRECTIONS Heat oil in skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle chicken tenders with salt and pepper and place in skillet. Cook chicken for 4 minutes per side. Remove and let chicken cool. Meanwhile, melt butter in small saucepan. Whisk in flour and let cook for 1 minute. Whisk in milk, taking care to rid sauce of any lumps. Add cream cheese and continue to whisk until cream cheese is fully incorporated. Season cheese sauce with salt and add shredded cheese. Whisk until smooth and creamy. Preheat oven to 350°F. Toast bread for 6 to 8 minutes, turning once. Remove bread slices from oven and set the oven to broil. Halve each chicken tender and place two tenders on half of the bread slices. Spoon cheese sauce over chicken. Broil for 3 minutes, or until cheese is golden and bubbly. Top cheese and chicken with remaining bread slices. Serve.

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BUFFALO SHRIMP PO BOY Yields: 4 sandwiches

INGREDIENTS n 1 tsp. olive oil n 1 lb. jumbo shrimp n ¼ tsp. seasoning salt n 1 Tbs. butter n ¼ cup Buffalo wing sauce SLAW n 1 cup shredded lettuce n¼ tsp. salt n 1 celery stalk, finely chopped n2 Tbs. chopped green onions n4 oz. crumbled blue cheese n 2 Tbs. white vinegar n 4 hoagie buns

DIRECTIONS Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add peeled shrimp seasoned with seasoning salt. Cook 3 to 4 minutes or until shrimp have turned pink. Do not overcook. In a bowl, melt butter and stir in Buffalo wing sauce. Add cooked shrimp. Set aside. In a small bowl, combine lettuce, salt, celery, green onions, blue cheese and vinegar. To assemble, split each hoagie bun. Place shrimp on hoagies and top with tomato slices, 2 pickle slices and about a ¼ cup of slaw.

TOPPINGS n 2 Roma tomatoes, sliced n 8 sandwich-style dill pickle slices n hot sauce (optional)

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SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE GRILLED CHEESE Yields: 4 sandwiches

INGREDIENTS n6 oz. marinated artichoke hearts, drained n5 oz. frozen spinach, thawed and drained n ½ cup mayonnaise n 1 clove garlic n ½ tsp. salt n ½ tsp. oregano n ¾ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese n 4 tsp. butter n8 slices Italian bread

DIRECTIONS In a bowl, combine artichokes, spinach, mayonnaise, garlic, salt, oregano and Monterey Jack cheese. Heat a grill pan over medium heat. Place ½ tsp. of butter on one side of each slide of bread. Place 4 sandwiches buttered side down on hot grill pan. Divide artichoke mixture over each bread half and top with second slice of bread buttered side up. Toast each sandwich 3 to 4 minutes per side or until golden. Remove and serve.

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BLOODY GOOD PUT THE MIMOSAS ASIDE—THIS REFRESHING PUNCH, MADE WITH FRESH OJ AND LIME JUICE, IS PERFECT FOR YOUR NEXT BRUNCH!

BLOOD ORANGE MARGARITAS FOR A CROWD Serves 10-12 INGREDIENTS n 4 cups fresh blood orange juice n 1 cup fresh lime juice n 3 cups silver tequila n 1½ cups triple sec (or other orange flavored liqueur) n ¼ cup superfine sugar n lime wedge n kosher salt n blood orange slices

DIRECTIONS Place juices, tequila, triple sec and sugar in a large pitcher. Stir until sugar is dissolved and chill well. Rim edges of each glass with lime wedge and salt. Divide margaritas among glasses and garnish with blood orange slices.

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WHERE TOEAT F I N E

ASBURY FESTHALLE & BIERGARTEN German cuisine and bar, 527 Lake Ave., 732.997.8767 LANGOSTA LOUNGE Vacation-inspired cuisine from tapas to sushi, and libations, 1000 Ocean Ave., 732.455.3275 TALULA’S Artisinal dishes with local flavors, 550 Cookman Ave. Ste. #108, 732.455.3003 TWISTED TREE CAFÉ Vegetarian-friendly food, 609 Cookman Ave., 732.775.2633

ATL ANTIC HIGHL ANDS

COPPER CANYON Tex-Mex fare with tequila-tasting specials, 51 First Ave., 732.291.8444 HARBORSIDE GRILL American cuisine with Italian influences, 40 First Ave., 732.291.0066

AVON-BY-THE-SEA CLEMENTINE’S Cajun-creole cuisine in a casual dining setting, 306 Main St., 732.988.7979 SEED TO SPROUT Vegan restaurant with juice and smoothie bar, 410 Main St., 732.774.7333

BELFORD

BELFORD BISTRO New American cuisine, BYO, 870 Main St., 732.495.8151 NAPLES PIZZERIA Classic Italian pizza parlor, BYO, 872 Main St., 732.787.9479

BELMAR

BRANDL Eclectic American cuisine featuring seafood dishes, 703 Belmar Plz., 732.280.7501

LONG BRANCH

2ND FLOOR RESTAURANT Metropolitan-inspired cuisine, 71A Brighton Ave., 732.443.7399

FA M I LY

ROONEY’S OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT in Long Branch

AVENUE Modern French cuisine with an ocean view, 23 Ocean Ave., 732.759.2900 CHARLEY’S OCEAN GRILL Steak and seafood dishes, 29 Avenel Blvd., 732.222.4499 FREDDIE’S RESTAURANT & PIZZERIA Authentic Italian cuisine, 563 Broadway, 732.222.0931 ROONEY’S OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT Fine seafood eater y with a raw bar, 100 Ocean Ave. North, 732.870.1200 TUZZIO’S Italian steak and seafood dishes, 224 Westwood Ave., 732.222.9614

MANAL APAN

NONNA’S CITI CUCINA Modern Italian cuisine and family-style dining, 190 Route 9 North, 732.536.9050 ROSALITA’S ROADSIDE CANTINA Traditional Mexican cuisine, 180 Route 9 North, 732.617.0099

MARLBORO

GAETANO’S Regional Italian cuisine, BYO, 10 Wallace St., 732.741.1321 KITCH ORGANIC Earthy restaurant ser ving an organic menu, 75 Leighton Ave., 732.471.5400 MOLLY PITCHER INN American cuisine with views of the Navesink River, 88 Riverside Ave., 732.747.2500

BRIOSO RISTORANTE Authentic Italian cuisine, BYO, 448 Route 9 North, 732.617.1300

NICHOLAS New American cuisine with an extensive wine list, 160 Route 35 South., 732.345.9977

LA DOLCE VITA Upscale Italian seafood cuisine, 400 Ocean Ave., 732.749.3177

L’ANTICA TRATTORIA Authentic Italian cuisine, BYO, 184 Route 9 North, 732.617.1700

PATRIZIA’S Traditional Italian restaurant, 28 Broad St., 732.741.5555

SIMPLY SOUTHERN Authentic, affordable southern cuisine, 817 Belmar Pla za, 732.243.9259

MATAWAN

SAN REMO Northern and southern Italian cuisine, 115 Oakland St., 732.345.8200

BRIELLE

DUE AMICI Northern Italian fare, 420 Higgins Ave., 732.528.0666 SHIPWRECK GRILL Homey seafood and steak restaurant, 720 Ashley Ave., 732.292.9380

EATONTOWN

ALL SEASONS RESTAURANT Classic diner fare, 176 Wyckoff Rd., 732.542.9462 APELLA GREEK TAVERNA Elegant Greek cuisine, 78 Route 35, 848.208.2663 RUFFINO’S Casual Italian fare, 178 Route 35, 732.542.0110

FAIR HAVEN

RAVEN & THE PEACH International fare featuring seafood, 740 River Rd., 732.747.4666

HA ZLET

BUTTONWOOD MANOR Elegant American and Continental dining, 845 Route 34 North, 732.566.6220

MIDDLETOWN

CROWN PALACE Fine Chinese cuisine featuring dim sum, 1283 Route 35 South, 732.615.9888 NEELAM EXOTIC INDIAN CUISINE Authentic Indian fare, 1178 Route 35 South, 732.671.8900

NEPTUNE

IL POSTO Fine Italian cooking, 1129 Fifth Ave., 732.775.4823 MOLINARI’S RESTAURANT Italian eater y and pizzeria, 312 W. Sylvania Ave., 732.775.7733 PETE & ELDA’S Casual Italian fare featuring pizza, 93 Summit Ave., 732.774.6010

OCEAN

ILLIANO’S Family-friendly, casual Italian dining, 933 W. Park Ave., 732.493.2003

YESTERDAY’S RESTAURANT Authentic southern Italian and American fare, 3153 Route 35, 732.264.3777

PICCOLA ITALIA Classic Italian cuisine with Mediterranean flavors, 837 W. Park Ave., 732.493.3090

KEYPORT

BIRRAVINO Traditional Italian bistro, 183 Riverside Ave., 732.842.5990

CORNUCOPIA RESTAURANT American diner fare, 98 Maple Pl., 732.739.6888 DREW’S BAYSHORE BISTRO Cajun-influenced American fare, BYO, 25 Church St., 732.739.9219

LITTLE SILVER

RED BANK

B2BISTRO + BAR Bistro-stlye cuisine, 141 Shrewsbur y Ave., 732.268.8555 CATCH 19 Gourmet seafood restaurant, 19 Broad St., 732.268.8543

VIA 45 Rustic Italian eater y, 45 Broad St., 732.450.9945

RUMSON

BARNACLE BILL’S Casual seafood eater y, 1 First St., 732.747.8396 SALT CREEK GRILLE Classic American fare, 4 Bingham Ave., 732.933.9272

SEA BRIGHT

AMA RISTORANTE Tuscan classics with an ocean view, 1485 Ocean Ave., 732.530.9760 ANGELICA’S Elegant Italian cuisine, 1070 Ocean Ave., 732.842.2800

SEA GIRT

FRATELLO’S Classic Italian fare with an extensive wine list, 810 The Pla za, 732.974.8833

SHREWSBURY AMERICANA DINER Classic diner fare, 1160 Route 35 South, 732.542.1658

SPRING L AKE

LARIMAR RESTAURANT Modern Italian and European cuisine, 1311 Third Ave., 732.359.6700 WHISPERS Classic American cuisine with Italian influences, BYO, 200 Monmouth Ave., 732.974.9755

WALL

GRAZE Eclectic American fare made with areasourced ingredients, 151 Markham Pl., 732.747.9988

CHAR An authentic New York–style steakhouse, 33 Broad St., 732.450.2427

MEEMOM’S Breakfast and lunch specialties, 1825 Highway 35, 732.359.8544

PALUMBO’S Casual Italian dining and pizzeria, 24 Ayers Ln., 732.842.5505

DANNY’S Steak and seafood restaurant and bar, 11 Bridge Ave. 732.741.6900

MOSSUTO’S MARKET & CAFE Authentic Italian cuisine, 2029 Route 35 South, 732.449.8058

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF DINING OPTIONS, VISIT THE “WHERE TO EAT” SECTION OF MONMOUTHHEALTHANDLIFE.COM.

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Seal & Waterfowl Walk Feb 15

FEB 15 Bring your binoculars and

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FEB 23 & 24 The JERSEY SHORE

WINE WEEKEND throughout South Jersey is a wine lover’s paradise. Sign up online for events like the “Burgundian Splendor Wine Dinner” at The Breakers Hotel in Spring Lake or the “Roederer Estates Winter Wine Luncheon” at the Shipwreck Grill in Brielle. There are seven tastings to choose from, with a full roster of events online. Tickets: $35-85. The weekend schedule and tickets are on jswineweekend.com.

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MARCH 6-11 The popular A LITTLE SHAKESPEARE SERIES at the Two River Theater in Red Bank introduces students to the famous bard’s work. Local high school students bring Will’s words to life, making them easy for young audiences to understand. Performances will be held at various times during the week and are targeted at children ages 9+. Tickets: $20 (adults), $15 (kids). The full performance schedule is on tworivertheater.org.

MARCH 10 Enjoy AN EVENING WITH GROUCHO at the Algonquin Theater in Manasquan at 8 p.m. Impersonator Frank Ferrante has collaborated with the Marx family for decades and will be performing his popular stage show full of songs, stories and shenanigans. Tickets: $28-37. Buy online at algonquinarts.org.

MARCH 10 Run, then reward

yourself with a drink, at the HIGHLANDS GUINNESS RUN & BAR CRAWL. The 5K will start at 2 p.m., with a post-run pub crawl from 3 to 5 p.m. starting at Bahrs Landing Restaurant. Proceeds will benefit the 2018 Highlands St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Registration: $30 (run), $10 (bar crawl).

Easter Egg Hunt, March 24

MARCH 22-25 Attention all cine-

philes! The GARDEN STATE FILM FESTIVAL is back for its 16th year and will be held at various venues in Asbury Park. There will be a Friday Night Gala to kick off the weekend and Black Tie Awards Banquet for the event’s honorees. Tickets: $50 (weekend pass). Info on this year’s filmmakers can be found at gsff.org.

MARCH 24 BYOB (basket, that is) to

Belmar’s EASTER EGG HUNT at 11 a.m. on the beach, where over 3,500 eggs will be hidden in the sand. Children ages 1 to 9 are invited to participate and will be split up into age groups. Two eggs in each age category will contain tickets for a special treat! Admission: FREE. Find out more at belmar.com.

MARCH 25 Spend an INTIMATE EVENING WITH KRISTIN CHENOWETH at the Count Basie Theatre in Red Bank at 7 p.m. The award-winning actress originated the role of Glinda in the Broadway hit Wicked and has appeared on hit TV shows like Glee and Pushing Daisies. Chenoweth will be performing some of her most popular songs and discussing her experiences both on and off the stage. Tickets: $65-129. Buy your tickets online at countbasietheatre.org. Send event listings to: Monmouth Health & Life, 110 Summit Ave., Montvale, NJ 07645; or email us at editor@wainscotmedia.com. Listings must be received two months before the event and must include a phone number or website that will be published.

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