Cosmetic Dentistry Team – Dr. Richard Champagne

Dr. Jean Bichara, Periodontist

I am a board-certified Periodontist who received my dental degree from New York University in 1992 & Periodontal Specialty Certificate from the University of Louisville ;in 1997 with a master degree in Oral Biology.

My extensive training in the field of dental implants and bone regeneration, as well as my participation in multiple published clinical studies, allow me to be an integral part of Dr. Champagne’s team in creating the smiles and achieving the functions that his patients desire. One of my greatest enjoyments is to see the transformation that patients go through and finally watch the thankful look and appreciation on their faces.

On a personal note, I am married to my lovely wife Raghan. We had the blessing of celebrating the birth of our twins Joel and Tia in January, 2009. They are the joy of our life. As a family, we enjoy traveling and taking outdoor walks. I love to play tennis in my spare time and ski to keep in shape.

Dr. Gordon Barnes, Anesthesiologist

Dr. Barnes is a graduate of New York University College of Dentistry and the University of Health Sciences, Antigua School of Medicine. He completed his dental residency at Interfaith Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York and his anesthesia residency at Brookdale Medical Center, also in Brooklyn, New York.

In 1993 Dr. Barnes started Paramount Ambulatory Anesthesia, a provider of office based ambulatory anesthesia for the pediatric dental patient. He also held a part-time attending position at Interfaith Medical center from 1993-2000 and at Bronx Lebanon Hospital from 2000-2001, where he was responsible for delivering anesthesia care to the pediatric and mentally challenged patents in the dental department. He was also responsible for delivering weekly lectures on anesthesia/sedation to the dental residents.
Dr. Barnes is a Diplomate in the American Dental Board of Anesthesiology and has been practicing office based anesthesia for the past 14 years in the New York metro area.

 

 

Inga Rozenberg, Hygienist

I graduated from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in 1995 with a degree in Dental Hygiene. The first 10 years of my career were spent at the top dental offices in Manhattan. I am proud to bring this tradition of excellence to Dr. Champagne’s office, where world-class dental care is the only acceptable standard.

I reside in Marlboro with my husband Alex and our two children, Rebecca and Daniel. We are a family of animal lovers with a French bulldog, Louis, and a hairless cat, Lola.

Erin Hahn, Dental Assistant

I have been with Dr. Champagne since 1994, after attending Brookdale Community College for Dental Assisting and Dental Radiology. In 1996, I received my Certification in Dental Assisting, as well as a license for Registered Dental Assistant in 1997. I continue to take courses involving advanced education in dentistry. Married in 1991 to Joseph, I enjoy caring for my family, which includes my wonderful son Matthew, born in 1998. My son has developed a love for football, so we spend a lot of time on the gridiron. My hobbies include physical fitness and enjoying the great outdoors.

Marisa Puzo, Front Desk Coordinator

I have been working in the dental field for just about eight years and truly love the day-to-day interaction with each patient that enters the office. As the newest addition to the practice, I can definitely say there is no place I would rather be, and feel very lucky to work with such a great staff. When I'm not in the office, I spend a lot of time at the beach with my family and friends as well as my cat Chloe. I'm also a certified pastry chef, so you can find me in my kitchen on most of my days off!

Irene "Renie" Diodato, Concierge Coordinator

After many years in the spa industry, it was time for a career change. I started working for Dr. Champagne in May 2007 after completing several courses in the dental field. My role here is to help each patient have the most pleasant experience possible. I recognize that every patient has different needs, and I pride myself in the courteous service I deliver to each person who walks through our doors. I consider myself to be a very social person, and I am happiest when I am helping others. My husband Joe and I have two wonderful children, Benicio and Lorenzo. They are boys’ boys and keep me very busy! We enjoy seeing movies together and, when they let me, I love to shop the day away!

Lisa Palasciano, Financial Coordinator

One of the things I discovered early in my 20 years in the dental profession is that there is no such thing as a boring day. Since I consider myself a "people person," interacting with such wonderful patients and co-workers on a daily basis is a blessing. I enjoy taking continuing education courses and recently completed a three-day workshop in Arizona on Practice Building and was happy to share the skills I acquired with my co-workers.

My husband Gary and I have a favorite expression which is "life is not a dress rehearsal," which is why we try to live our lives to the fullest. We love traveling and taking long walks on the beach with our Miniature Schnauzer, Maggie.

Being a very active person, I am very fortunate to live close to the Jersey Shoreline. I either jog in the morning or ride my bike into Sandy Hook to watch the sunrise, and in the early evening I enjoy kayaking on the Navesink River during sunset.

I am also a New Jersey Licensed Realtor and spend much of my spare time selling homes near the Jersey Shore.

• Cosmetic Dentistry
  • Cosmetic Bonding
  • Invisible Braces
  • Porcelain Crowns
  • Porcelain Veneers
  • Teeth Whitening
  • Tooth Colored Fillings
• Implant Dentistry
• Sedation Dentistry