Dr. Jennifer Torbett
Dr. Jennifer Torbett earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Salve Regina University summa cum laude and her Doctorate of Medical Dentistry from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Upon graduation, she worked in Boston as a clinic director and served as faculty member at Boston University School of Dental Medicine. She was involved in the Massachusetts Dental Society in the Council on Membership, the New Dentist Committee, and the Women’s Task Force.
Dr. Torbett was recognized by Incisal Edge magazine as 1 of the nation’s Top 40 dentists under 40. Dr. Torbett was recognized in 2005 as one of the top 10 dentists in the state under 10 years out from dental school. She is an active member of the American Dental Association, the RI Dental Association, and the South County Dental Association. She served as the trustee to South County, and will be president of the RI Dental Association in 2018-2019. In 2011, she was nominated as a Top Dentist by RI monthly magazine.
Dr. Torbett has two children that keep her busy outside of the office.
Dr. Salvatore Rizzuto
Dr. Salvatore Rizzuto earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Rhode Island summa cum laude and is a member of the chapter’s Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society. He earned his Doctorate of Medicine in Dentistry from the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine, where he served as Second Delegate to its American Student Dental Association chapter.
After earning his Doctorate of Medicine in Dentistry, he completed a general practice residency at Hartford Hospital, where Dr. Rizzuto gained much practical knowledge in the management of acute pain and dental emergencies, removable and fixed prostheses, extractions and endodontics. He is currently a member of the American Dental Association, the Rhode Island Dental Association, the South County Dental Society, and the Academy of General Dentistry. He continuously increases his knowledge of dentistry by attending specialized courses and conferences.
Dr. Rizzuto is very excited to return to his hometown of Westerly. He is honored and fortunate to have the opportunity to provide professional and caring dental care to his patients while building meaningful, lifelong relationships with them. In his spare time, he enjoys working out, hiking, watching live sports, and traveling.
Paula McCulloh
Insurance Benefits Coordinator
Paula has been with our office since 2010. She started her dental career as an assistant and transitioned to her current position in the front of office. She has a generous spirit and will go out of her way to help you out. She graduated from CCRI dental assisting program. She enjoys time with her 2 daughters and traveling.
Stephen Torbett
Office Manager
Steve has been with Crestview Dental since 2010. He is up to date with the ever changing face of dentistry. Steve is a member of the American Association of Dental Office managers, and a member of the Eaglesoft study club. Haribo twin cherry gummies are his favorite candy.
Barbara
Patient Manager
Barbara joined us in late 2015. She has an extensive background in dental office management. She is originally from St. Louis.
Joy Voisinet
Registered Dental Hygienist
Joy has been part if our team since 1998. She started with our office as a patient co-ordinator. She loved dentistry so much that she decided to go back to school to become a dental hygienist. She graduated from CCRI in 2005 with her Associates degree. “Having worked here for so long, it’s great to see my patients every 6 months and know them on a personal level as well as professional.” Joy is also a Westerly native. Her favorite candy is anything gummy, especially Haribo gummy bears.
Robin
Registered Dental Hygienist
Robin has been with our office since 2015. She graduated from CCRI. She has great experience with dentistry. She started as a patient, then an assistant, and now is a hygienist. She has invaluable experience from all these facets of dentistry. She enjoys walking and spending time with her 3 boys and her dog.
Kellie
Registered Dental Hygienist
Kellie came to us as a dental assisting student intern in January 2015. We decided to keep her. She worked with us through out school and completed her hygiene degree from CCRI in 2017. We welcome her dedication to the field of dentistry and her commitment to the office.
Christel Nigrelli
Certified Dental Assistant
Christel graduated from Stonington HS and CCRI. She joined our team in June of 2012. Christel has a passion to learn and is always ahead of the game. She has two young daughters and enjoys watching them learn. Her favorite candy changes with the season, autumn mix during the Autumn, Cadbury cream eggs during Easter, and gummies during any season.
Judy
Certified Dental Assistant
Judy is the new kid on the block. She joined us in 2015, but walked in as if she had been with us for years. She has been a dental assistant “forever.” Judy graduated from CCRI. She is always laughing and having fun. She makes every dental experience enjoyable. She enjoys her dachsund puppies, travel, the beach and cooking – and she enjoys time with her family, too. She will never turn down a Hershey’s kiss.
Maria Gabriele
Dental Assistant
Maria has been with our office since 2007. She has an expansive background of dental experience. She has worked in oral surgery, endodontics and periodontics. Her favorite part of the job is the diversity. She enjoys all aspects of dental work and always brings a smile to the job. Maria was born and raised in Westerly and is raising her family here as well. Her favorite candies are gummy bears and Kit Kats.
Meghan
Dental Assistant
Meghan is also a product of the CCRI Dental assisting program. She was an intern with us and joined our team in the summer of 2017. She is a native of South County.