Our Staff

Dianne Thumm (Office Manager)

Dianne was educated in Kearny, NJ where she also received her initial training as a dental assistant. She continued her education at Bergen Community College and UMDNJ, becoming a Registered and Certified Dental Assistant with expanded functions. Dianne has been working alongside Dr. Irwin since 1981. Dianne is happily married and has two children, lives in Nutley, and may be found in the ShopRite on any Sunday morning (if you see her don’t forget to say hello!).

 

Elizabeth Melian (Dental Assistant)

Elizabeth was born in the Dominican Republic and has been living in the US for the past twenty years. She received her training as a Licensed Dental Assistant at Quality Dental School. Fluent in both Spanish and English, Elizabeth is a big asset to our practice. Elizabeth is married and has two children.

 
 
 
 

About Brighter Smiles Dental

Brighter Smiles Dental is the practice of Dr. Sylvia Irwin. Since 1981, Dr. Irwin and her staff have been providing patients with expert dental care in a calm and relaxing setting. For more information or to schedule an appointment please click here or call our Nutley, New Jersey dental office at: 973.667.1567.