Chistopher Emma, D.M.D.
Dr. Christopher Emma is one of the most passionate dentists in the state of New Jersey, dedicated to providing comprehensive dental care to all his patients. He is a past recipient of “NJ Top Dentist” as selected by peers within the community. Dr. Emma enjoys getting to know his patients and their families on a first name basis and providing them with the highest quality of care.
Spending time with each patient to ensure their understanding of their dental health and condition is what separates Dr. Emma from the rest. He is constantly training and studying to learn the latest techniques in the dental field.
In 1997, Dr. Christopher Emma entered the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, New Jersey Dental School. While attending U.M.D.N.J., he was a member of several societies and received numerous achievement awards. Dr. Emma graduated from the New Jersey Dental School at the top of his class in May of 2001. His father, Anthony Emma, was a carpenter for many years and always stressed to him the importance of craftsmanship and quality as well as standing behind your work. This philosophy is what drove Dr. Emma’s achievements and why he has become such a talented general dentist today.
Dr. Emma has put together a team that is highly motivated and professional, who care for their patients and ensure they have a positive, worry-free visit. Dr. Emma believes in striving to make sure every patient has a pleasant experience from the first phone call to each and every visit. Whether it’s oral surgery, endodontics (root canals) or periodontics (gums) he is ready to take care of all your dental needs. Dr. Emma’s philosophy is “The Patient Always Comes First,” and you will experience that as soon as you walk into the waiting room.
Ryan Pannorfi, D.M.D.
Dr. Ryan Pannorfi, D.M.D. is devoted to his profession and dedicated to each patient’s overall health and well-being. He has been voted by other dentists in New Jersery as a “NJ Top Dentist”. He believes that in order to provide the most comprehensive oral healthcare possible to his patients, he must stay current with dental technology and clinical techniques. He regularly takes continuing education courses and participates in professional seminars to stay abreast with innovative techniques and materials. He strives to address every dental concern a patient may have, while providing personalized care that suits specific dental needs.
Dr. Pannorfi is a native of Ocean County, grew up in Toms River, NJ and graduated from Monsignor Donovan High School. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Swarthmore College in Swarthmore, PA and his Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Pannorfi went on to further his dental education with a one-year post-doctoral residency program at Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune, NJ. The residency provided further training in all aspects of dentistry, namely, dental trauma, oral surgery, periodontics, prosthodontics, dental implants, endodontics (root canal), and cosmetics.
When away from the practice, Dr. Pannorfi enjoys spending time with his family and coaches football and soccer.
Anthony A. Testa, D.M.D.
Dr. Anthony A. Testa, a native of Monmouth County, received his undergraduate education at the University of Delaware. He completed his graduate dental training at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. Dr. Testa graduated as a top student, held in high regard by both faculty and his peers. At UMDNJ, he served as the President of Gamma Pi Delta, a Prosthodontic Honor Society, and as President of the Italian - American Dental Society. Dr. Testa expanded his skill set, completing a General Practice Residency Program with the Department of Veteran’s Affairs - New Jersey Healthcare System in East Orange, New Jersey. The program focused on comprehensive treatment planning and multi-disciplinary dental care.
Dr. Testa is an active member of the Academy of General Dentistry, the New Jersey Dental Association, the Northeastern Gnathological Society and the American Dental Association.
Dr. Testa is committed to academic and clinical excellence, and brings his experience to provide the highest quality of dental care to his patients.
Kevin Cheng, D.M.D.
Dr. Kevin Cheng was born in Brooklyn, NY and grew up in East Brunswick, NJ. He completed an accelerated seven year dental program in which he earned both his Bachelor of Science in Biology at the New Jersey Institute of Technology and his Doctor of Dental Medicine at the Rutgers School of Dental Medicine in Newark, NJ. Following dental school, Dr. Cheng furthered his training by completing a General Practice Residency at the Hackensack University Medical Center. While participating in this advanced training program, Dr. Cheng focused on comprehensive treatment planning and multidisciplinary dental care.
Dr. Cheng is passionate about helping patients, committed to clinical excellence, and focused on providing a high standard of care. He enjoys creating a calm environment for patients and working with them to solve problems. Dr. Cheng is an active member of the American Dental Association and the New Jersey Dental Association. He participates in continuing education opportunities throughout the year to learn the latest techniques in dentistry.
Outside of dentistry, Dr. Cheng is passionate about health and fitness and enjoys working out at the gym, playing basketball, training martial arts, and hiking. He also enjoys spending time with family and friends, being active in his church, and cooking.