About Us
Dr. Sonja Jarmoszuk
Dr. Sonja Jarmoszuk wants to make each visit to her office a successful and enjoyable experience for your child. She understands that children are curious, energetic, and always learning. This is what makes her work so rewarding. She enjoys teaching children the importance of oral health care and how good care will benefit them throughout their lives.
Dr. Jarmoszuk was raised in Elyria Ohio, and graduated from Denison University and The Ohio State University College of Dentistry. The following year she completed a General Practice Residency in Cleveland, from St. Luke’s Dental Associates. This is where she realized her true calling to pediatric dentistry. Dr. Jarmoszuk completed two years at Children’s Hospital Buffalo, where she obtained her training in pediatric dentistry. She currently lives in Rocky River with her husband and two sons. She enjoys playing field hockey, gardening, watching movies and chasing after her active boys! Be sure to ask Dr. J what good movies she has seen lately!
Dr. Natisha Burner
Dr. Burner became a dentist because it gives her the opportunity to serve her community and educate others about the importance of their oral health. She specifically enjoys pediatrics because educating young patients about the importance of oral health and healthy lifestyles is important to her! In her free time, Dr. Burner likes to explore the outdoors, spend time with her family, and try new recipes!
Education:
- Pediatric Dentistry Residency – Case Western Reserve University – Cleveland, OH
- DDS – The Ohio State University – Columbus, OH
- MPH, Masters of Public Health
- BS, Biology – Case Western Reserve University – Cleveland, OH
Professional:
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
Team
Business Team
Stephanie, EFDA - Operations Manager
Stephanie has been in dentistry since she was 15. She started chairside assisting, then received her Expanded Functional Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification through Case Western Reserve University. She began in general dentistry but her heart is in working with children in pediatric dentistry. You will find her floating from front desk to the clinical team as she loves to be chairside with patients. She loves seeing the transformation in children from their first visit until they graduate. She has a love for all animals, especially her two rescue dogs and cat. In her free time, she is a fitness instructor and loves game night with her family.
Michele - Patient Care Coordinator
Michele is a graduate of Baldwin Wallace College with a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education. Michele has several years of customer service experience and loves working with children and adults. Michele is married to Kris and has a daughter, Karmen, that keeps her very busy. Michele loves spending time with her family and trying new restaurants.
Traci - Insurance Coordinator
Traci has worked in dentistry for over 25 years. She started out in orthodontics as an assistant and transitioned to the business team. Traci has many years of experience working with patients and their dental insurance. Traci lives in Cleveland with her husband Tony. They enjoy going to their lake house in Huron with their two boys during the summer.
Cindy - Front Desk Coordinator
Cindy has worked in dentistry for 17 years. She started out as an orthodontic coordinator and loved seeing how much the children’s teeth changed with their treatment. She lives in Westlake with her son and two cats, Frank and Ellie. When not at work, she enjoys spending time in West Virginia riding ATVs and watching beautiful sunsets with her family.
Certified Dental Assistants
Amber - Certified Dental Assistant
Amber enjoys working with children because her time with them translates into a lifetime of healthy smiles. Her many certifications and continuing education coursework allow her to give your child the focused attention they need with fantastic results. In her free time, Amber enjoys spending time playing volleyball and reading on her Kindle. She also enjoys walking her dogs Xena and Rose, playing pickleball, and trying out new restaurants.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Zanda – Registered Dental Hygienist
Zanda graduated from Cuyahoga Community College in 2012 and has been part of Dr. J’s team since 2013. Zanda loves working with children and enjoys seeing them grow from timid toddlers to confident kids who love coming to their dentist appointments. She finds joy in helping children to achieve healthy smiles and good oral habits for life. When Zanda is not working, she likes to travel and spend time with her family and her dog Shelby.
Danielle - Registered Dental Hygienist
Danielle completed her dental hygiene degree from Cuyahoga Community College and is a graduate of Youngstown State University, majoring in health and human services. She specializes in Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders and is happy to provide therapy to address these disorders. She is an active member of The International Association of Orofacial Myology. Danielle is passionate about working with children and their families to develop healthy mouths and airways for the benefit of overall health. In her free time, she loves spending time with her family, cooking, hiking with her dog, and being outdoors. She especially loves to follow Cleveland sports and is a big baseball fan.
Lauren - Registered Dental Hygienist
Lauren has been in the orange chair since 2019. She loves to make everyone’s appointment at the dentist a positive one! She enjoys working with children and helping them develop healthy hygiene habits. When Lauren is not cleaning teeth, she is spending time with family & her pets, Ophelia, Zara, Max, and her 4 chickens!
