Dentist - Hillsborough
485 Amwell Road
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
(908) 359-2121
Our Staff
John D. Beckwith, D.M.D., F.A.G.D., a.F.A.A.I.D.
Dr. Beckwith completed his dental training at the University of Pennsylvania in 1987. He completed a hospital externship training program at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in 1986, and a two year fellowship at the Institute of Growth and Development in Pediatrics in 1998. Dr. Beckwith attended Fairleigh Dickinson University, a magna cum laude graduate, with degrees in biology and chemistry.
Dr. Beckwith has been in private dental practice since 1987. He holds a fellowship with the Academy of General Dentistry and he holds memberships with the American Orthodontic Society, the Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and the International College of Oral Implantology. In addition, he has held active positions with the New Jersey Dental Association, serving as a component chairman for Children Dental Health Month and the American Dental Association.
Dr. Beckwith has distinguished his office as Cornerstone Dental of Hillsborough. Recently built in 2005, the streamlined office design lends itself to deliver dentistry in a modern, comfortable and relaxed environment. Most dental procedures are performed at the office, with special interests in cosmetics, implants and interceptive orthodontic treatment.
Arlene O'Brien, D.M.D
Dr. Arlene O'Brien is a graduate of Rutgers University where she earned high honors in both psychology and biology. After completing her dental training at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, she further advanced to refine her skills in a hospital residency program at the Jersey Shore University Medical Center. Dr. O'Brien continues her affiliation with Jersey Shore University Medical Center as a resident supervisor, for post-doctoral training. Dr. O'Brien is an active member of The American Dental Association, The New Jersey Dental Association and The Academy of General Dentistry.
Sophia D. Petrov, D.D.S., M.S.D.
Dr. Sofia D. Petrov is a 1999 graduate of the University of Washington and specializes in periodontal therapy. She currently teaches at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey and is an active member of the American Dental Association and the American Academy of Periodontology.
Johnna Alvarez, Office Manager
Johnna brings over 14 years of dental experience to Cornerstone Dental as both a dental assistant and in practice management. She has worked with Dr. Beckwith for 11 years. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from the College of New Jersey, in Criminal Justice and Psychology and she also received her dental x-ray license from Somerset County Technical School. She will work toward a comfortable financial arrangement while maximizing the use of your dental benefits, so that you have can treatment you deserve.
Dawn Kavanaugh, RDH
Dawn brings over 20 years of dental hygiene experience to Cornerstone Dental. She received her associate degree in Allied Health, from Middlesex County College and has been working with Dr. Beckwith, since the inception of his practice.
Alicia Kuhns, RDH
Alicia brings over 10 years of dental hygiene experience to Cornerstone Dental. She received her associate degree in dental hygiene, from UMDNJ. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Rutgers University in Psychology and in Sociology.
Tracy Cicatelli, RDH
Tracy brings over 20 years of dental hygiene experience, in both general dentistry and periodontal therapy, to Cornerstone Dental. She received her associate degree in Allied Health, from Bergen Community College.
Michelle Albanese, DA/ Scheduling Coordinator
Michelle brings 13 years of experience in dental assisting to Cornerstone Dental. She has experience in cosmetic dentistry, implants, oral surgery and orthodontia. She received her x-ray license from Middlesex County College.
Linda Klein, RDH
Linda brings over 20 years of dental hygiene experience to Cornerstone Dental. She received her associate degree in dental hygiene, from Middlesex County College.
Theresa Marcantino, DA
Theresa Marcantino has over 13 years experience as a dental assistant. She received her x-ray license from Berdan Institute in 1998 and has experience in cosmetic dentistry, root canal therapy and oral surgery.
