Meet The Team - Woodstock, NY
Meet Our Excellent
Dental Team
Meet Our Doctors
Dr. Claudia Patch
Dr. Claudia Patch is a top dental practitioner who is dedicated to delivering the highest standards of dental care with meticulous attention to detail and an exceptional understanding of her patients’ needs. She has achieved academic excellence, graduating Summa Cum Laude from Union College in 2004 and receiving her Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry degree from the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine in 2009, earning several accolades including the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry Merit Award. As the head of the Prettau® Implant bridge team, she performs restorative tasks for Teeth Tomorrow® Hudson Valley, and her commitment to providing the best dental care has earned her accolades from her patients.
Dr. Bethany Wong
Dr. Bethany Wong is a dedicated dentist with extensive training in various aspects of dentistry. After graduating from Columbia University School of Dental Medicine in 2014, she completed her General Practice Residency at Long Island Jewish Medical Center. She has advanced training in Invisalign, sleep apnea treatment, LANAP/Laser Assisted Regeneration, and anxiolysis/minimal oral sedation. Dr. Wong is committed to providing comfortable dentistry and improving her patients’ overall health and self-confidence. She has volunteered in various organizations to provide dental care to those in need. She resides in the Hudson Valley Region with her family.
Dr. Fred Milton
Dr. William Fred Milton has been a part of the Woodstock General & Implant Dentistry cosmetic team since 2002. With extensive training from the renowned Dr. Peter Dawson, Dr. Milton incorporates traditional methods with complementary modalities in his services. He is skilled in cosmetic dentistry and one of the few dentists in the world to use resultant force vectors in his work. Dr. Milton is certified in the FDA-approved Periolase™ LANAP procedure and is the first in the Hudson Valley to be certified in the Chao Pinhole technique for gum recession treatment.
Dr. Christopher M. Amenedo
Dr. Christopher Amenedo is an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon who graduated from the State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine and Dentistry. He completed his residency training program at Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx where he received extensive training in oral surgery, implantology, and anesthesiology. He is a clinical professor and maintains hospital privileges at Montefiore Medical Center. Dr. Amenedo is a certified expert in the Teeth Tomorrow® protocol and a member of various professional organizations, including the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.
Meet The Dental Hygiene Team
Heidi Steward, RDH
Heidi is a shining star in the dental hygiene world. With her impressive degree in Applied Sciences from Hudson Valley Community College and years of experience under her belt, she has honed her skills to perfection. Her gentle and compassionate approach to patient care is second to none, and she has the amazing ability to put even the most nervous of patients at ease. Heidi’s passion for optimal oral health is truly inspiring, and she is on a mission to change the way people view dentistry by making preventive care accessible and enjoyable for all. Her individualized approach to homecare strategies ensures that each patient receives the personalized attention they deserve. Her infectious smile and bubbly personality bring an incredible energy to our team and our patients.
Tanya McFarland, RDH
Tanya a Registered Dental Hygienist who graduated with honors from Hudson Valley Community College with an Associates Degree in Applied Science. While attending HVCC she received The Mid-Hudson Dental Hygienists’ Association- Grayce Grant Memorial Award, Who’s Who Among Students in American Junior College and the President’s Award for Excellence.
Tanya’s passion for dental health motivates her to provide individualized dental care for all patients. Her love of children combined with her patience and fun loving smile brings great energy and focus when working with our younger clientele.
Melissa Beck, RDH
Melissa is a skilled dental hygienist with more than 27 years of experience in dentistry. She grew up in the Catskill Mountains and upper Hudson Valley and has a comforting approach to patient care that combines technology and old-school methods. After starting as a dental assistant in the 1990s, Melissa pursued her education in dental hygiene and earned associate degrees from SUNY Ulster and SUNY Orange. She was the President of the Student Dental Hygiene Association and received an award for excellence in dental hygiene from the Dental Hygiene Association of the State of New York. Melissa is licensed to administer nitrous oxide and local anesthesia and is trained and certified for soft tissue laser treatment. Her goal is to help patients preserve their dental foundation through good hygiene practices and understand the connection between whole body health and a healthy smile. When not working, Melissa enjoys tending to her gardens, honeybees, family, and fur babies.
Haley Ciaravino, RDH
Haley is a true gem in the world of dental hygiene. As a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH), she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her craft and is a valuable member of our team at Woodstock General & Implant Dentistry. Haley graduated from Hudson Valley Community College with an associate degree in applied sciences and has since been making waves in the field of dental care. Her compassion for others and her hardworking nature are just a few of the many qualities that make her an exceptional hygienist. Haley takes pride in working closely with her patients to develop individualized treatment plans that meet their unique needs. Her passion for helping others shines through in everything she does, creating a comfortable and relaxed environment for her patients to receive the highest quality dental care.