Meet Our Dental Experts

Dr. Armando Battista

Dr. Armando Battista is a graduate of New York University College of Dentistry and has been practicing general dentistry with an emphasis on esthetics for the past 25 years.

Dr. Battista also received advanced training in Cosmetic Dentistry at the world-renowned New York University Rosenthal Institute, the pioneer cosmetic dentistry program on the East Coast. He also has specialized training in the restoration of dental implants.

Dr. Battista has been voted by his peers as one of Westchester's Top Dentists for 2009 through 2023 in Westchester Magazine.

He believes every patient requires individualized, personalized care with a gentle touch in a beautifully appointed and relaxed atmosphere. His dental team is committed to being a vital part of each patient's overall health and well-being through continuing education, state-of-the-art technology and advanced techniques.

Dr. Myong Mike Lee

Dr. Lee completed his undergraduate education at Brigham Young University. He then attended Loma Linda University Dental School in Southern California and graduated in 2001.

Dr. Lee spent several years practicing general dentistry with a focus on endodontic treatment. During that time, he performed more than 4,000 nonsurgical root canal treatments and completed more than 300 cosmetic dental implant cases.

After eight years in general dentistry practice, he pursued an endodontics residency in July 2013 at New York University Lutheran Medical Center in Puerto Rico.

Dr. Lee provides specialized care when a patient's restorative dental needs require treatment of the soft tissue, or pulp, of the tooth. He commonly provides root canal therapy and is also skilled in advanced endodontic microsurgery, including apicoectomy or root-end surgery.

In addition to his broad dental experience, Dr. Lee speaks Spanish, Korean and English. We are proud of the experience and passion he brings to his specialty.

Dr. Marcello Guglielmi

By engaging patients in a detailed discussion and conducting a thorough examination, Dr. Marcello Guglielmi establishes a diagnosis and creates a personalized oral and maxillofacial surgery treatment plan.

His skills help ensure high-quality care with minimal surgical intervention and optimal patient comfort.

Specific procedures provided by Dr. Guglielmi include cosmetic dental implants, bone grafting, wisdom teeth removal, TMJ therapy, facial cosmetic procedures, oral cancer screening and biopsy, treatment of facial injuries and sedation.

Nina Melendez

Our dental hygienist, Nina Melendez, has worked in dentistry since 1999, beginning as a dental assistant. She earned her certificate as a certified dental assistant and, with a passion for dentistry, continued her education at the University of Bridgeport in Connecticut.

Nina is empathetic and capable of reassuring patients and alleviating fears with her exceptional skills. She focuses on preventive care and looks forward to providing our valued patients with excellent care and a gentle touch.

Annel Ballard

Our dental assistant, Annel Ballard, is highly trained in four-handed dentistry, dental X-rays and sterilization.

Annel helps ensure that every visit is comfortable in every manner and works to provide each patient with a memorable dental experience.

Maria Ricchiuti

Maria Ricchiuti has a business-management background and is responsible for our well-appointed office décor as well as helping our dental family manage their dental health care.

She assists patients by reviewing dental treatment plans, coordinating scheduling and explaining available dental financial options. Her goal is to make every consultation organized, clear and hassle-free.