Our Team - Ithaca Dentistry

Dr. Ioana Sarbescu

Originally from Transylvania, Dr. Ioana Sarbescu moved to NY to earn her Doctor of Dental Surgery from NYU in 2005.

Trading city life for country, she moved to Dryden in 2014 where she found a love for it, and for Ithaca’s gorgeous scenery. She and her daughter can be found doing arts and crafts, or exploring new and amazing restaurants.

She is excited to join Ithaca Dentistry and greets all her patients with a big smile and a warm heart.

Beth - Registered Dental Hygienist

Hello there! My name is Beth and I absolutely love practicing dental hygiene here in Ithaca! I grew up in the finger lakes and enjoy the changing seasons, namely the paradise-like summers. I attended SUNY Broome and graduated on the President’s List with an A.A.S in Dental Hygiene in 2015. Among additional training in laser hygiene and myofunctional therapy, I have also practiced as a certified dental assistant for many years.

When I’m not serving our wonderful patients here at Ithaca Dentistry, I hurry home to enjoy goofing around with my fantastic husband and four adorable children. My family is my favorite but I also love swimming, music, good coffee, great friends and basically anything that makes me smile!

Hannah - Registered Dental Hygienist

My name’s Hannah, and I’m from Homer, NY. I was formerly a Licensed Massage Therapist and switched gears to become a Registered Dental Hygienist! I graduated in the spring of 2020 from SUNY Broome, and I have been working for Ithaca Dentistry since July 2021. I have completely fallen in love with my career, and I’m fortunate to work with people who can say the same.

In my off hours, you’ll often find me fishing, tending to my houseplants, running around with my niece and nephews, and hanging out with my dog and two cats.

Heidi - Dental Assistant

Heidi has been a dental assistant for 12 years. She loves helping all of her patients. In her down time during the summer months, she works for a fireworks company as a certified pyrotechnician.

Casey - Dental Assistant

Casey has been assisting in general and maxillofacial dentistry for over 15 years. On her down time, she can usually be found teaching her grandkids the art of Light Saber battles or hanging out with her many fur babies while writing the next great American novel.

Aggie - Patient Coordinator

Hi, I’m Aggie,

I’ve been working in dentistry since 2006 (11 years assisting, 5 years at the front desk). I count it a blessing to work in a field in which I am passionate about.

I lived in France for 6 years, where I fell in love with the people, open air dinning/markets, cheese and pastries.

I enjoy working in flower beds throughout the summer and cross stitching during the winter months.

Merci & À bientôt

Margie - Office Manager

I am very proud to say I am the office manager of Ithaca Dentistry. I have been in dentistry since 1983. Finishing community college for dental assisting to the front desk. 39 years of experience.

I am a Jersey girl at heart, being that I lived there for 32 years. For a change in lifestyle, my daughter and I moved to Freeville in 2007. She graduated from Dryden Central School in 2020. She is graduating from Ithaca College in 2023.

I love cooking, and hanging with my dog, Sadie. Home is where the heart is.