Come meet us!
At Valley Arts Dental we provide a wide variety of general & cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, periodontics, endodontics, in a comfortable and relaxed setting. With offices in both West Orange and Livingston, we service patients from Essex County and beyond, offering flexible hours, convenient off-street parking, and we always take the time to discuss your dental care and answer any questions.
Our Story
Valley Arts Dental believes that everyone should have a dental home because your smile is the first impression that others have of you. Our practice is modeled to provide personalized family dental care in a comfortable environment while also offering cutting edge technology and flexible scheduling options.
Our scientifically proven, evidenced-based dentistry utilizes the most advanced technology available, and our compassionate providers offer personalized care and a comfortable dental experience. I
We are proud to offer the best and latest cutting-edge technologies and treatment options in general, cosmetic, and implant dentistry. From Digital scanning (to replace that yucky impression material) and Electric Handpieces ( to cut down on all those vibrations when we work) to intraoral cameras and paperless charting we do all we can to provide the best the best care we can. We provide our patients with dental services across the entire spectrum, from general dental screening, preventative care and treatment, through aesthetic procedures and comprehensive smile makeovers. Our comprehensive treatment options and level of caring will always leave you with a smile.
Meet the Team

Dentist- Dental Director
Dr. Michael J. Klausner, D.D.S
Dr. Klausner received his Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) degree from The University of Maryland School of Dentistry in Baltimore, the nation’s first dental college. He went on to further post-doctoral training and successfully completed a Residency program at New York-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, located in the Park Slope section of Brooklyn. During his training there, he gained extensive experience in cosmetic and restorative dentistry, oral surgery, and complex treatment planning. As a strong believer in ongoing education, Dr. Klausner has completed a year-long graduate program in implant dentistry and over 500 hours of continuing education.
Dr. Klausner serves on staff at Englewood Hospital, and is a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, American Academy of Implant Dentistry, American Dental Association, New Jersey Dental Association, and Essex County Dental Association.
Dr. Klausner, his wife Rachel, and children Sarina & Gabriel live in Bergen County. Dr. Klausner’s mission is to provide great oral health and a happy confident smile for all of his patients. He enjoys taking the time to educate his patients and discuss patient questions and concerns on an individual basis. In his spare time, Dr. Klausner enjoys running, biking, traveling, and painting.

Dentist
Dr. Martin J Link, D.D.S.
Dr. Link recieved his Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S) degree from Northwestern University in Chicago. He went on to further his post-doctoral training, successfully completing a Masters in Public Health (MPH) in epidemiology at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore. A former attending at Maimonides Medical Center, Dr. Link has been serving the West Orange Community for over 32 years.
Dr. Link is a lifetime member of the American Dental Association, New Jersey Dental Association, and Essex County Dental Association.
Dr. Link and his wife Sheree are empty-nesters, and rise in close by Livingston. Weather permitting you can probably catch him bike riding around town.

Dentist
Dr. Rebecca Grodko, D.D.S
Dr. Grodko was born and raised outside of Boston, MA. She earned her Bachelors in Science
from the University of Michigan (Go Blue!) in Biology. She then went on to received her Doctor
of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) degree from New York University and completed a dental residency
program at Metropolitan Hospital in the East Harlem neighborhood of Manhattan. While living
and working in New York City, Dr. Grodko participated in several community based outreach
programs to help provide quality dental care to underserved children and adults in Manhattan,
Brooklyn, and Queens including her work on the NYU Dentistry’s dental van "Smiling Faces,
Going Places". After finishing her residency, Dr. Grodko practiced dentistry in Los Angeles,
California in order to be close to family in preparation for having her first child.
Since moving back to the East Coast, Dr. Grodko has settled in Bergen County, NJ, where she
lives with her husband and son. She enjoys playing board games, reality television, and making
people smile.

Dental Hygienist
Maryann
Michele received her Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene from the University of Pennsylvania and went on to obtain her B.S. in Dental Hygiene from Columbia University. She began her career working for periodontists in New York City and Brooklyn. She has been a member of the American Dental Hygienist's Association for over 30 years and continues to learn and grow in her field through continuing education classes and challenging herself to better serve her patients.
Michele has been working here for 34 years and loves educating, maintaining and improving her patient's dental health in the most kind and caring environment. Michele enjoys spending time with her family, jogging, reading, tennis and traveling.

Dental Hygienist
Marina
Marina is a 2006 graduate of City University of New York dental hygiene program in Brooklyn, NY.
With over 15 years of hygiene experience, we are lucky to have such a gentle and qualified dental tram member.
Marina is passionate about dental health and enjoys educating and encouraging patients through their dental journey.
Outside the dental office she loves to travel and uses every opportunity to do so.
Marina is married and had 2 kids, son Nicholas and daughter Antonia.
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Dental Hygienist
Kate
Kate has been registered Dental Hygienist for over 10 years. She completed her education at UMDNJ - School OF Health Related Professions.
She continues to progress her knowledge through continuing education courses. She has passion for the field and loves to put smiles on her patients. Kate is known for her gentle touch. She resides in Berkeley Heights with her husband and two children.
Contact
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123-456-7890

