Meet The Team
Meet The Team
Office Manager
Gina Brown, Office Manager & Treatment Coordinator
Growing up in Lewis County, Gina graduated from South Lewis Central School. She then attended Mohawk Valley Community College earning an Associate's Degree in Banking and Insurance. She then went on to receive her Certificate in Dental Assisting from Monroe Community College.
Gina has been with Lowville Dentist PLLC since 1993. Starting as a dental assistant, then becoming an administrative assistant, working her way to Office Manager in 2006. Gina is committed to helping patients achieve overall health. She works closely with Dr. Pominville and Dr. Clemens coordinating extensive treatment plans, helping patients achieve a healthy smile. Gina manages all business matters that include; accounts receivable, insurance processing and patient financing. She is also in charge of the day-to-day business operations to ensure the office operates smoothly, making patient comfort our top priority.
Gina resides in Port Leyden, NY with her husband, David. They have two daughters. Ashley Schaefer, who lives in Lyons Falls with her husband Terry and their son's Jacob and twins Collin and Corbin. Danielle Bronson, a Respiratory Therapist lives in Croydon, New Hampshire with her husband Kevin and their sons William and Wade. Gina serves on the Board of Directors for the Port Leyden Community Library. In the summer Gina enjoys time with her family at their camp and in the winter she enjoys snowshoeing and reading a good book by her fireplace.
Office Administrator
Amanda Eaves, Appointment Coordinator
Amanda has lived in Lowville, New York her entire life. She graduated from Lowville Academy and Central School (LACS) with her Regents Diploma in 2003. She worked at Agency Specialist Insurance as an insurance professional from 2003 to 2008.
Amanda has been with us since July 2008 and will be one of the first team members to greet you at the front desk and one of the first you talk to when you call. She is in charge of marketing, website maintenance, lab cases, correspondences in/out and inventory control here at Lowville Dentist PLLC. Her other responsibilities are handling appointment coordination and confirmation, as well as check-in/out. Amanda presents treatment to patients and schedules them accordingly, processes payments, submits insurance claims and can help with your account or an appointment. She enjoys assisting the hygienists when needed.
Amanda lives in Lowville, NY with her husband Andrew, her two daughters; Riley, a 2021 Graduate of LACS and Addyson a 9th Grader, and their three sons Zane, Zaid, and Zander; all in Elementary School. Zander also attends Hand in Hand Early Childhood Center. They have two family dogs, Dobermans; Rucio and Raider! Amanda served on the Board of Directors for Hand in Hand for a six year term (2017-2023), was a volunteer coach for the Lowville Youth Soccer Association from 2019-2023 and is a "Heroes for Babies" blood donor through the American Red Cross, donating blood regularly! She is currently attending Herkimer Community College earning her A.A.S. in Legal Studies and is the Justice for the Town of Lowville. Amanda enjoys watching football, traveling and spending time with her family!
Hygiene
Tara Rauscher-Widrick, RDH
Tara grew up in West Leyden, NY and graduated from Adirondack Central School in 2002. She immediately enrolled at Ononadaga Community College where she pursued a degree in hygiene. She became a Registered Dental Hygienist in 2004. Tara also obtained her license to administer local anesthesia from Hudson Valley Community College in 2005.
Tara started out working for Dr. Sears and Caruso in Boonville, NY full time and then came to us in August 2005. Tara is extremely caring and gentle with her patients. She plays a vital role in the soft tissue management program Dr. Pominville implements here at Lowville Dentist PLLC. Tara enjoys keeping up with continuing education courses to maintain the complete overall health of her patients.
Tara lives in Constableville, NY with her husband Brandon and their two sons, Nolan and Brycen and their twin daughters, Adalyn and Braelyn. All four children attend South Lewis Central School. Tara and her family enjoy camping and working on their hobby farm.
Jeanne Adydan, RDH
Jeanne grew up in Lowville. After graduating from Lowville Academy and Central School, she attended SUNY Cobleskill receiving a degree in Business Administration. After a few years in the business field she returned to school getting a certificate in Dental Assisting. She worked as an assistant for several years and then returned again to college at Onondaga Community College earning her degree in Dental Hygiene. Jeanne has been a hygienist for many years, having lived and practiced in New York, Florida, and North Carolina. Jeanne started working here at Lowville Dentist PLLC part time in July 2021 as a Registered Dental Hygienist and is now full time.
Jeanne likes gardening, water sports, camping, hiking, dancing, and refinishing furniture.
Dana Lyndaker, RDH
Dana grew up in Croghan, NY and graduated from Beaver River Central School in 2010. Dana is no stranger to our office. She initially started as a dental assistant back in July 2014 and then returned in July 2023 as a Registered Dental Hygienist. Dana attended Broome Community College where she received her A.A.S. in Dental Hygiene and her Pain Management Certification (local infiltration anesthesia and nitrous oxide analgesia). Dana has an extraordinary demeanor with her patients and contributes to the soft tissue management program here at Lowville Dentist PLLC. She enjoys working with her patients to help them improve their oral health.
Dana lives in Belfort with her fiance, Matt and their Rottweiler Hooch. When not at work you can find Dana helping in her family's sugar bush or at her family camp.
Assistants
Stacy Riley, CDA
Growing up in Williamson, NY, Stacy graduated from Williamson Senior High. Stacy then attended college and received her A.O.S. degree. After college she moved to Lowville, NY. Stacy was in the medical field for several years and then decided to change careers and work in the dental field. Stacy attended Monroe Community College where she graduated with honors. After graduation she passed the Dental Assisting National Boards (DANB) and received her Certified Dental Assisting (CDA) and Registered Dental Assisting (RDA) credentials.
Stacy is a very dedicated employee; she is always eager to help whenever or wherever she is needed in the office. As Dr. Pominville's assistant, Stacy assists with all aspects of patient care and presenting treatment. Stacy especially enjoys doing lab work, and assisting with oral surgery.
Stacy's family includes her husband Chris, a retired PE Teacher from LACS and their two grown children. Their son Bryan is in the United States Air Force who lives in Georgia with his wife Haley. Their daughter Haley lives in Carthage, NY with her husband Logan and their son, Miles. Stacy has a passion for cycling and competed in four sprint triathlons over the summer of 2017. On her days off she spends her time with her grandson Miles and her two dogs, Paisley and Piper.
Stacey Lawton, CDA
Stacey grew up in Carthage, NY and graduated from Carthage Central School in 1993. She attended Jefferson BOCES where she became a New York State Licensed Cosmetologist. Stacey worked for Gino Morena Enterprise as a barber on Fort Drum from 1996 to 2009.
Stacey joined our team here at Lowville Dentist PLLC in April 2009 after she made a career change to be closer to her family and home! She graduated Monroe Community College with honors receiving a Certificate in Dental Assisting (CDA) in 2013 and passed her Dental Assisting National Boards (DANB) becoming a certified assistant in 2014. Stacey enjoys assisting Dr. Pominville in all procedures. The highlight of her day is seeing the look on her patients face. Her energy and contagious bright smile light up the office that makes for a great working environment.
Stacey lives in Lowville, NY with her husband, Fred, his son Travis, who is a graduate from Carthage Central School and in the United States Air Force and their son Trevor, a 2023 graduate of Lowville Academy and Central School! Stacey loves the outdoors and spending time with her family.
Stefanny Peters, Dental Assistant
Stefanny grew up in Bucaramango Colombia and graduated San Jose de la Salle in 2008. After high school she attended La Universidad Santo Tomas de Bucaramanga to fulfill her dreams of becoming a dentist. She graduated as a Doctor of Dental Surgery in 2017 and practiced for a year in Colombia before deciding she wanted to go back to school to further her education and become a pediatric dentist. She decided to move to the United States as an au pair to learn English as a second language since it would greatly increase her opportunities. She met her husband here and decided to remain in the United States.
Stefanny joined Lowville Dentist PLLC in December 2021 as a dental assistant. She assists both Dr. Pominville and Dr. Clemens chairside. Her passion for oral health and the care she provides really shows with her positive attitude and her ability to make patients feel at ease while at the dentist. Stefanny is currently studying to get into dental school here in NY to become a dentist for our local community.
Stefanny now lives in Belfort, NY with her husband Justin, a correctional officer and their daughter Isabella. Stefanny enjoys dancing, riding bicycles, and painting.
Jamie Pate, Dental Assistant
Jamie grew up in Castorland, NY graduating Beaver River with his NYS Regents Diploma in 2014. In hopes of becoming more versatile, he took Graphic Design at BOCES and attended Jefferson Community College to attain his Teaching Certificate, Associates in Computer Science and Construction Certificate. His first job was at a family dentist in Carthage, realizing his passion for people and dentistry. After leaving due to location, he found himself working in various food service positions until finding his place here at Lowville Dentist PLLC. Jamie started with us in December 2022, joining our team of dental assistants. He assists both Dr. Pominville and Dr. Clemens chairside.
Jamie lives in Glenfield with his cat Mako and spends as much time as possible traveling, camping, kayaking, hiking, and lounging in his hammock.
Office Hours
Monday - Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
Closed
Friday:
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM (Closed July & August)
Saturday - Sunday:
Closed
(by appointment only)