Meet Your Dental Team in Somers, NY

The Somers Smiles Dental team is here to take care of you from the moment you schedule your appointment to the treatment room and everything in between. Behind every great dentist's office is a team of hard-working and highly skilled individuals whose passions include caring for your teeth and gums. Our team so enjoys fostering the smiles of their Somers community and can't wait to get to know you and your family. For an elevated experience filled with friendly smiles and dental excellence, contact the Somers Smiles team today.

Dental Team

Dr. Gianna Ferranti, DDS

Dr. Ferranti is a native Long Islander who now resides in the wonderful town of Somers with her husband, Eric, and their four children: Cece, Derick, Frankie, and Caleb. Since the age of seven, Dr. Ferranti has known her calling in life was to be a dentist; she was a "cavity kid" despite her best efforts. She spent many hours at the dentist, ultimately laying the foundation for her career path. Dr. Ferranti values comprehensive dental care with a strong emphasis on preventative dentistry so that small problems today don't end up becoming major issues tomorrow. She is committed to providing a positive and comfortable experience for all of her patients, even those who are apprehensive about their dental care. She is eager to make Somers Smiles a staple of the community, bringing world-class modern dentistry to residents of the area. Simply put, her goal is to change the perception of dentistry.

When not in the office, Dr. Ferranti can be found always on the go, attempting to carve time out to play in the Somers' adult soccer league, hiking, snowboarding, touring the local food scene, running (after her kids), and spending time with her big Italian family.

Her favorite movie is 'The Goonies,' her favorite dessert is specifically Sweet Delights Lemon Cake, and her favorite vacation spot is currently Disney. She would love to travel all over Europe one day (hint hint Eric). Her favorite part of the job is helping people feel good about going to the dentist and helping people who haven't smiled in a while leave here with one.

Dr. Michelle Wesley, DMD

Dr. Michelle Wesley attended Connecticut College, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences and graduated with honors while being a three-season division III Track & Field and Cross-Country athlete. She is a proud graduate of the UConn School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Wesley then completed a two-year General Practice Residency at Stony Brook University Hospital / School of Dental Medicine, serving her final year as a Chief Resident. She is a member of the American Dental Association and an Invisalign provider.

Dr. Wesley is originally from Millwood, NY, and now lives in White Plains with her rescue dog Jasper, a German Shepherd, Husky, and Great Pyrenees mix. She previously lived and worked in Rhode Island but decided to come back to NY because she missed her friends, family, and New York pizza and bagels.

When not in the office, Dr. Wesley enjoys playing soccer, baking (especially cookies), and running. Ironically, her interest in dentistry started when she had her front tooth knocked out while playing soccer in high school! She has also run three marathons and eight half-marathons. Dr. Wesley is a huge fan of Taylor Swift. Her favorite movies are 'When Harry Met Sally' and 'Gladiator.' She loves all desserts, and her favorite vacation spots are Turks & Caicos and Scotland. In the future, she would love to go on a safari and see the Northern Lights. A fun fact about Dr. Wesley is she has a twin sister!

Her favorite part of her job is making a difference and giving people confidence in their smiles. Dr. Wesley is happy to be a part of the amazing team at Somers Smiles, serving our great patients and immersing herself in the community.

Dr. Nicole Jackson, DMD

Dr. Nicole Jackson, a Hudson Valley native, is a currently residing in the river town of Irvington, NY. Nicole is a new mother to her son, Hunter Joseph, with her husband Joseph. They also have two cats, Jurema and Zerø. From as young as she can remember, she had wanted to be a dentist. She is a lifelong member of the “cavity free club”, and looks forward to welcoming you as the newest member!

Dr. Jackson prides herself on earning her patient’s trust through honest and high-quality care. She is competent in, and enjoys all aspects of general dentistry, including cosmetic dentistry, Invisalign®, endodontics, prosthodontics, periodontics, and oral surgery. She is a member of the American Dental Association, New York State Dental Association, and the Ninth District Dental Association.

Her education includes having completed her undergraduate studies in Los Angeles at Loyola Marymount University, and taking a gap year to work as a dental assistant. Dr. Jackson then returned to the East Coast for dental school and earned her DMD from Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. She matched for residency at Westchester Medical Center, a Level-1 trauma hospital, where she advanced in oral surgery and general dentistry training. Here, she was mentored by a facial plastic surgeon in the usage of injectables to optimize the cosmetic results of trauma cases. She has since pursued ongoing training in cosmetics and is now an AAFE-certified injector for both Botox and Dermal Fillers. She is happy to be offering these luxury cosmetic services to Somers Smiles community!

Dr. Jackson is known for her big personality as well as being the tallest person in the office! When not working or spending time with her family, you can find her reading, hiking, cooking or crafting. Her favorite movie is ‘Garden State’ and her favorite dessert is her mom’s cheesecake. She would love to travel to Italy one day, but will be resorting to local travel until her baby is older.

The Somers Smiles team aligns with her mission to place the patient experience as the highest priority. Her hope is that our patients know we have their best interest at heart, and that they might even look forward to their 6 month check-ups and catching up with the team! She looks forward to meeting you and providing personalized solutions for all of your dental and cosmetic needs!

Hygiene Team

Meet Beth!

Beth is the only full-time hygienist here at Somers Smiles! She has been practicing hygiene since 1993. She retired in 2013 after working for 18 years in Rye, and in 2015 she decided she loved practicing dental hygiene so much that she began working for Somers Smiles. She is certified in laser, CPR, and nitrous oxide. Beth keeps the hygiene department running smoothly and is the sole person responsible for keeping all of the plants alive here at the office!

In her personal life, Beth is married to her husband Michael, and together they are kept busy by their son Robert and multiple dogs. Beth grew up in Yonkers and now resides here in Somers. She went to Maria Regina High school and graduated from the University of Bridgeport with a degree in dental hygiene.

Beth's hobbies include snowboarding and gardening. Her favorite movie is 'The Blind Side,' and her favorite dessert is apple crumb pie. Her go-to vacation spot is LBI, and if she could travel anywhere, it would be Alaska.

Beth's favorite part of her job is her coworkers, and she truly loves what she does for a living.

Meet Jackie!

Jackie splits her time here at Somers Smiles between Practice Manager, as well as one of our Hygienists. She has been practicing Dental Hygiene since 2008 and is certified in laser, CPR, Local Anesthesia and Nitrous Oxide. She enjoys seeing children and has a wonderful way with them. Her gentle touch definitely carries over for all you adults and phobic patients as well.

In her personal life, Jackie resides in Brewster with her boyfriend Rob, their two daughters; Jolie and Sunnie, and their shitzu Tilly. She grew up here in Somers and went to North Salem High School. She graduated from the University of New Haven with her bachelors in Dental Hygiene.

Jackie's hobbies include going to the gym, baking, crafting, gardening, spending time with family and being a mom! Her favorite movie is 'The Wizard of OZ,' and her favorite dessert is oatmeal chocolate chip cookies. If she could travel anywhere in the world, it would be Spain, but in the meantime, she loves to visit Puerto Rico.

The best part of her job is building relationships with patients, educating them, and helping to maintain their overall health, as the mouth and body are truly connected.

Meet Marie!

Marie is one of our full-time hygienists here at Somers Smiles. She has been practicing hygiene for over 40 years. She is certified in laser, CPR, local anesthesia, and nitrous oxide. Marie creates strong relationships with her patients and loves educating them on how to maintain a healthy smile. Marie is caring with all patients, making each visit comfortable.

In her personal life, Marie has four children: Michael, Thomas, Nicholas, and Joseph. She's been a resident of Brewster for 30 years and raised her family there.

Marie's hobbies include crocheting, cooking, baking, gardening, and golfing. Her favorite dessert is rice pudding, and if she could travel anywhere, it would be Italy.

Marie's favorite part of her job is being a team player and caring for her patients.

Meet Jessica!

Jessica is one of our hygienists here at Somers Smiles. She grew up in Westchester and has been practicing dental hygiene since 2019. Before becoming a hygienist, Jessica started as a dental assistant, where she quickly became passionate about dentistry. Her passion inspired her to further her education by attending the University of Bridgeport, where she received her degree in dental hygiene, which allowed her to become a dental hygienist. Jessica is quick to make patients feel at ease by building confidence, trust, and friendship with each patient. Her bubbly personality, along with her understanding nature, makes it easy for patients to feel comfortable.

Jessica's hobbies include hiking, painting, and adventuring with her 2 Australian Shepherds Remi and Oliver. Her favorite movie is 'Stepbrothers,' and her favorite dessert is apple pie. Her favorite place to vacation is Cape Cod, and if she could travel anywhere, it would be to Europe.

Jessica's favorite part of her job is making people happy and confident in their smiles.

Assistants Team

Meet Meghan!

Meghan is one of our dental assistants here at Somers Smiles! You can find her assisting all of our doctors in making your visit as comfortable as possible. She helps the back of the office flow seamlessly. She graduated from the Ninth District dental assisting program and is CPR certified. She is a great conversationalist and has a knack for remembering people from just one interaction.

Meghan was born in the Bronx and graduated Somers High School in 2010. She currently resides in Brewster with her husband John and together they have a daughter Mia, a son John, and a black lab/border collie mix named Jasper.

Meghan's hobbies include hiking, spending time with family, trying new restaurants, and cooking all foods (even though she is a vegetarian). Her favorite movie is 'Sister Act' and her favorite dessert is Pignoli cookies. Her favorite place to vacation is Puerto Rico and if she could travel anywhere it would be to Japan.

Her favorite part of the job is the patients and her coworkers. A simple conversation with Meghan will put you at ease.

Meet Chelsea!

Chelsea has been a dental assistant at Somers Smiles since 2019. She works alongside Meghan and Katie in maintaining the efficiency of our ever-growing practice. She has a great way with patients, offering a listening ear, a knack for personal relations, and some quick wit sarcasm (when needed).

Chelsea grew up in Brewster but currently resides in LaGrangeville with her husband, Steve, and their two dogs, Bailey (German shepherd) and Daisy (black lab/coon hound mix). Her love for the dental field has her preparing for hygiene school in the future.

Chelsea's hobbies include being outdoors, traveling in her RV, and spending time with family and friends. Her favorite movie is “50 First Dates,” and her favorite dessert is cake batter ice cream. Her favorite place to travel is Florida, and if she could travel anywhere, it would be to Ireland.

The best part of her job is the feeling of helping someone, whether it's teaching them something about their mouth, getting them out of pain, or just seeing them happy when they leave the chair!

Meet Nichole!

Nichole is one of our dental assistants here at Somers Smiles! You can find her assisting all of our doctors in making your visit seamless and comfortable. Nichole enjoys getting to know each patient and providing a personal touch for each patient encounter.

Nichole was born in East Fishkill and graduated Dutchess Community College in 2020. She currently resides in East Fishkill with her Chihuahua/German Shepard mix named Ruby. Nichole recently got engaged to her fiancé TJ.

Some of Nichole's hobbies include fishing, archery, attending rodeos and walking ruby. Her favorite movie is 'Interstellar' and 'How to lose a guy in 10 days.' Her favorite dessert is cherry cola cake or all things chocolate. Her favorite vacation spot is Nova Scotia and she would love to travel to Iceland.

Her favorite part of the job is seeing patients smiles transform and building trust with her patients.

Meet Victoria!

Victoria is a Hygiene Assistant here at Somers Smiles. You can find her assisting our hygienists Beth, Marie, Jessica and Jackie. She is the person you'll see before your hygienist and is the one who will take all your x-rays as well as setting you up for a comfortable hygiene appointment.

Victoria grew up in Somers, NY where she still resides with her 2 cats; Luna and Patton. She graduated from Manhattanville College with a bachelor's degree in Biology.

Victoria's hobbies include painting, listening to music and spending time with family and friends. Her favorite movie is 'Monsters Inc' and her favorite dessert is ice cream. Her favorite place to vacation is Sea Isle City, NJ and if she could travel anywhere, it would be to Italy.

The best part of her job is taking patients x-ray's.

Front Desk Team

Meet Adriana!

Adriana is the marketing director and new patient care coordinator at Somers Smiles. You can find her at the front desk working on all things marketing. Adriana runs our social media pages, heads all the outreach and community service, and handles all new patients.

Adriana grew up in Highland, NY, and still resides in Highland. She attended the University at Albany, where she graduated with her bachelor's degree in communications.

Adriana's hobbies include cooking, baking, shopping, and hiking. Her favorite movie is “The Great Gatsby,” and her favorite dessert is chocolate chip cookies. Her favorite place to vacation is Portugal, and if she could travel anywhere, it would be Croatia.

The best part of her job is interacting with patients and her fabulous co-workers.

Meet Erica!

Erica is the Financial Coordinator here at Somers Smiles. Erica is a numbers girl and understands how to make your dental needs fit your budget. Whether it's big treatment or maintenance she is the person to speak with about all of your options including insurance preauthorization outcomes, membership benefits, senior discounts, CareCredit options, or straight recurring payment plans. She loves building relationships with patients and guiding them through their treatment journey.

In her personal life Erica is married to her husband Jason and together they reside in Hopewell Junction, NY with their mini labradoodle named Luna. She grew up in Queens, NY and attended Mercy College.

Erica's hobbies include hiking and cycling. Her favorite movie is 'Dirty Dancing', and her favorite dessert is Tartufo. Her favorite vacation spot is Jamaica and if she could travel anywhere, it would be Greece.

Her favorite part of her job is educating patients.

Meet Krystyna!

Krystyna is the Continuing Care Coordinator here at Somers Smiles. You can find her sitting at the front desk, next to Adriana. Krystyna is the face behind most of the letters you receive, and is in charge of keeping your preventative maintenance appointments on track and up to date.

In her personal life, Krystyna resides in Hopewell Junction, NY with her cat named Chase. Krystyna went to Arlington High school and is currently working towards obtaining her Bachelor's degree.

Krystyna's hobbies include reading and going to the gym. Her favorite movie is 'Silence of the Lambs,' her favorite dessert is cheesecake, her favorite place to vacation is Lake Havasu, and she would love to one day travel to The Netherlands.

The best part about her job is having the opportunity to work in a place that gives her exposure to the career she's pursuing!