Gaeton J. DeMartino, DMD

Dr. Gaeton J. DeMartino, a native of Easton, Pennsylvania, founded DeMartino Dental Associates in 1961. Following his graduation from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dentistry in 1959, Dr. DeMartino entered the U.S. Navy as a dental officer. After being stationed at Paris Island, South Carolina for several years, he left the Navy and traveled back to the Lehigh Valley to open his dental practice. As a staff dentist for Warren Hospital in Phillipsburg, New Jersey, Dr. G.J. DeMartino was instrumental in the opening of Warren Hospital's Dental Clinic, and was responsible for developing a pneumatic non-electrical dental drill to be used in the hospital's operating rooms in the presence of pure oxygen.

Jeffrey R. DeMartino, DMD, D.A.B.F.D.

Dr. Jeffrey DeMartino graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 1984, earning degrees in Premedical Studies, as well as a BA in Psychology. He entered Fairleigh S. Dickinson School of Dental Medicine in the fall of that same year, and completed his D.M.D. doctorate in 1988. Upon graduation, he joined his father, Dr. Gaeton J. DeMartino, and his future wife, Dr. Nelida Garcia in practice at DeMartino Dental Group, P.C. in his hometown, Phillipsburg, N.J. Read more.

Nélida Garcia-DeMartino, DMD

Receiving her dental degree from Fairleigh S. Dickinson School of Dental Medicine in 1987, Dr. Nélida Garcia-DeMartino completed her general practice residency at St. Joseph Medical Center in Patterson, New Jersey. This residency program encompassed all phases of dentistry with a heavy emphasis on oral surgery and periodontics (gum therapies). Following her residency, she joined DeMartino Dental in 1988. Since then, she has completed a lengthy mini-residency in orthodontics allowing her to provide functional orthodontics for children.

DeMartino Family

Dr. Jeffrey DeMartino and Nélida Garcia-DeMartino have four children: Alessandra, 17, twins Gabriella and Nicola, 16, and Anthony, 11.

Minerva, RDH, was born and raised in Lebanon. She graduated from Northampton Community College in 1997 where she earned her Associates in Applied Science Degree in Dental Hygiene.

Peggy, RDH, went to school at Fairleigh S. Dickinson School of Dental Medicine and graduated in 1988. She is originally from Phillipsburg, New Jersey, and joined us in early 2003.

As our dental hygienists, Minerva and Peggy perform complete examinations, including oral cancer screenings, periodontal evaluations, dental prophylaxis and treatment of periodontal disease. Along with taking digital X-rays and placing sealants, they love performing Sapphire Whitening treatment on our patients. They work very hard to help patients of all ages achieve and maintain good oral health.

Marlene came on board in March 2005.  She is originally from Lebanon.  Prior to joining our staff, she was a French teacher for 10 years.  She is fluent in Arabic, French and English. She works as our dental assistant to help the doctors throughout all dental procedures.

Jamie joined our team as a part-time dental assistant. She will be assisting the doctors during our procedures and guiding you through your appointment process. Prior to joining us, she assisted in the management of her family business.

Marisa is our full time front office assistant. Prior to joining our team, she worked in human resources and operations management. She will be more than happy to assist you with coordinating your treatment plans, and assisting you with any insurance issues and concerns. Marisa was previously certified in problem resolution, customer service satisfaction and human resource management.

Louise started in our practice in 1999. she will guide you with insurance forms and finances and help you with your all your dental benefits questions.