Meet Thurm Dental Group's Team | Collingswood Dentist

About Our Practice

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Left to Right: Maria Montes, Dental Assistant; Michele Nowlen, Dental Assistant; Dr. Arthur Thurm; Carol Charen, Office Manager; Chrissy Torrie, Receptionist; Carol Zeiders, Hygienist; Lisa Myers, Hygienist (not pictured).

At the heart of our dental practice is a friendly team of experienced professionals committed to providing you with excellent patient care and customer service. We view each patient as a unique individual and tailor your treatment to your specific needs and goals. As part of our dedication to every patient, we invite you to ask us any questions you have. Please know that we are here to provide outstanding patient care, and we value the trust you have placed in us.

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I have had an abnormal fear of the dentist all my life which led to sever gum disease and I was terrified of what I needed to have done. Dr. Thurm took his time to explain everything that had to be done and he treated me with such kindness and care it was wonderful. I had extractions done, scaling and filings under anesthesia so I did not have to hear or feel what he was doing. I woke up and Dr. T…

Donna D.

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Dr. Thurm and his staff are awesome. Would highly recommend them for anyone needing dental work. I was absolutely scared of any dentist…now I can’t wait to go back and get the rest of my teeth taken care of. Thanks again Dr. Thurm.

Steve E.

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Did not have to wait.. Everything was on time . Employees very skilled..l

Frederick S.

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I’ve had a life long fear of the dentist for as long as I can remember and as a result neglected my teeth . Then I found Dr Thurm and staff . I have absolutely no anxiety about going to see him . He’s done all my work for me and it’s all been great . Being able to smile with confidence and not hide my teeth in shame has been life changing . I can’t say enough !

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Excellent dentist and staff. Seen on time. State of the art equipment and most importantly, correct and good treatment with a conservative approach. Dr. Thurm’s approach is to assess the situation, range of options, whether the treatment is urgent or can wait and proceed from there. Everybody in this facility is both professional and friendly. I wish all businesses were like this.

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Excellent service geared to myself and my child’s needs.

Ann M.

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Dr Thurm and his team are not only incredibly talented , they are compassionate , and provide non judgmental care no matter the extent of your dental needs . I’ve had extractions , fillings , and bridgework all pain and anxiety free . That’s why again and again I choose Thurm Dental .

Anonymous

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Great visit, on time, friendly, through and complete, as always.

Howard S.

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State of the art equipment, Pleasant atmosphere, knowledgable staff, excellent service!

Rochelle S.

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Dr. Thurm and his entire staff are absolutely fantastic!!!

John S.

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wonderful and great care

George S.

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If you have any fear of the dentist, this is the place to go. They do whatever is necessary to help you feel comfortable. I highly recommend Dr. Thurm for dental work. I have had extensive work done by his team: partial bridge, crowns, root canals and fillings.

Peg S.

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Dr Thurm is New Jersey’s best Dentist and his staff is Wonderful.

Philomena R.

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It is always a positive experience at your office. Everyone is great, very professional. Dr. Thurm is the best based on all of my experiences over many years.

Albert F.

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Tooth pulled, crowns removed, temporary bridge placed-no pain at all!

Linda M.

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Great service! My needs and comfort are always part of practitioner’s service.

Gail V.

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I have been going to Thurm Dental for years. I trust Dr Thurm and his staff implicitly.Carol is always very thorough yet gentle when cleaning my teeth.

Thomas S.

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HANDS DOWN THE VERY, VERY, VERY BEST DENTIST ON THE PLANET! Surrounds himself with an equally talented and professional staff – you won’t find a better dental practice! Love this entire group!

Jackie K.

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My visit to Thurm Dental Group was wonderful! I have always been afraid of going to the dentist since my youth.now I am a senior citizen. Dr. Thurm made me UNAFRAID and could not have made me so comfortable. The entire staff was GREAT! I look forward to finally doing the right thing, with a terrific Dr. and staff. Thank You

Irving Z.

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Dr. Thurm was wonderful and so accommodating, I felt very safe with him

Donna D.

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Krunal Shah, DDS

General Dentist

Dr. Shah is a well-educated, easy going, and compassionate general dentist committed to providing comprehensive dental care and creating long lasting relationships with patients. He focuses on treating patients with respect and takes extra time to understand their concerns, ensuring all of their dental needs are addressed.

Dr. Krunal Shah received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the School of Dental Medicine, State University of New York at Buffalo in 2019. He recently completed a general practice residency program at the Philadelphia Veterans Administration Medical Center, where he refined his skills in all areas of dentistry including restorative dentistry, oral surgery, root canal therapy and implant placement. After graduating from Drexel University in 2012, Dr. Shah used his Biology and Pathobiology training to coordinate Neurology research at Thomas Jefferson University and the University of Pennsylvania from 2012-2015. Dr. Shah has received numerous awards and honors during his career. He was born and raised in Long Island, New York where his family continues to reside.

Outside of the office, Dr. Shah enjoys spending time with his family, experiencing new restaurants, cooking, traveling, running and exploring Philadelphia.

Spencer Carl Saint-Cyr, DMD

Endodontist

Dr. Spencer Carl Saint-Cyr specializes in root canal treatment, which provides immediate relief from toothaches and saves the natural tooth. He graduated from the University of Pennyslvania School of Dental Medicine in 1997. He completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) program at the University of Medicine and Dentistry in New Jersey in 1998. His post-graduate specialty residency in Endodontics was completed in 2000 at Nova Southeastern College of Dental Medicine in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

Dr. Saint-Cyr maintains his own private practice in Endodontics in Cherry Hill, NJ. He is also a clinical assistant professor of Endodontics at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Saint-Cyr provides root canal therapy and other endodontic procedures to patients under general anesthesia and sedation at the Thurm Dental Group on an as-needed basis.

Carol Charen

Office Manager/Business Manager

Carol joined Dr. Thurm’s team in 1981. She is the office manager and is responsible for processing insurance claims for patients, monitoring patients’ accounts, handling office procedural issues, and arranging for patient financing. Her warm heart and big smile instantly put people at ease.

Carol Zeiders, RDH

Registered Dental Hygienist

Carol completed her dental hygiene training at Thomas Jefferson University and joined Dr. Thurm’s team in 1983. She is primarily responsible for dental hygiene and periodontal therapy, dental hygiene instruction, and dental hygiene scheduling. Carol became certified in Nitrous Oxide monitoring in 2005.

Chrissy Torrie

Receptionist and Dental Assistant

Chrissy has been in the dental field for more than 20 years as a receptionist and dental assistant. Chrissy joined Dr. Thurm’s team in 2009 and is the first person you usually talk to either on the phone or when you walk through the front door. Chrissy is very knowledgeable about dentistry and can answer most of the questions new patients have about our office and the services we provide.

Lisa Myers, RDH

Registered Dental Hygienist

Lisa competed her dental hygiene training at Camden County College and has been with Dr. Thurm since 1995. She is primarily responsible for dental hygiene and periodontal therapy, dental hygiene instruction, and dental hygiene scheduling. Lisa became certified in Nitrous Oxide monitoring in 2005.

Maria Montes

Dental Assistant

Maria has been in the dental field for more than 20 years and has been with Dr. Thurm since 2000. Maria is a dental assistant who participates in all aspects of dental assisting and radiology, plus assists during general anesthesia cases. Maria is fluent in Spanish and is a valuable resource for our Spanish-speaking patients.

Michele Nowlen

Dental Assistant

Michele has more than 19 years of experience and joined Dr. Thurm’s team in 2004. She also participates in all aspects of dental assisting, radiology, and assisting during general anesthesia cases.

Terry Jackson

CRNA

Terry Jackson earned his Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) certification from Reading Hospital Medical Center1in 1982 and has been employed by Pennyslvania Hospital in Philadelphia ever since.

In 1995, Terry became affiliated with the Thurm Dental Group and has been responsible for the observation, evaluation, and maintenance of patients placed under intravenous sedation and general anesthesia. Terry’s extensive experience in out-patient office anesthesia has resulted in the safe and effective delivery for Dr. Thurm’s patients for more than 20 years.

Our patients leave smiling

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I have had an abnormal fear of the dentist all my life which led to sever gum disease and I was terrified of what I needed to have done. Dr. Thurm took his time to explain everything that had to be done and he treated me with such kindness and care it was wonderful. I had extractions done, scaling and filings under anesthesia so I did not have to hear or feel what he was doing. I woke up and Dr. T…

Donna D.

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

Dr. Thurm and his staff are awesome. Would highly recommend them for anyone needing dental work. I was absolutely scared of any dentist…now I can’t wait to go back and get the rest of my teeth taken care of. Thanks again Dr. Thurm.

Steve E.

Read more reviews

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Did not have to wait.. Everything was on time . Employees very skilled..l

Frederick S.

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I’ve had a life long fear of the dentist for as long as I can remember and as a result neglected my teeth . Then I found Dr Thurm and staff . I have absolutely no anxiety about going to see him . He’s done all my work for me and it’s all been great . Being able to smile with confidence and not hide my teeth in shame has been life changing . I can’t say enough !

Anonymous

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Excellent dentist and staff. Seen on time. State of the art equipment and most importantly, correct and good treatment with a conservative approach. Dr. Thurm’s approach is to assess the situation, range of options, whether the treatment is urgent or can wait and proceed from there. Everybody in this facility is both professional and friendly. I wish all businesses were like this.

Anonymous

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Excellent service geared to myself and my child’s needs.

Ann M.

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Dr Thurm and his team are not only incredibly talented , they are compassionate , and provide non judgmental care no matter the extent of your dental needs . I’ve had extractions , fillings , and bridgework all pain and anxiety free . That’s why again and again I choose Thurm Dental .

Anonymous

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Great visit, on time, friendly, through and complete, as always.

Howard S.

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State of the art equipment, Pleasant atmosphere, knowledgable staff, excellent service!

Rochelle S.

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Dr. Thurm and his entire staff are absolutely fantastic!!!

John S.

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wonderful and great care

George S.

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If you have any fear of the dentist, this is the place to go. They do whatever is necessary to help you feel comfortable. I highly recommend Dr. Thurm for dental work. I have had extensive work done by his team: partial bridge, crowns, root canals and fillings.

Peg S.

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Dr Thurm is New Jersey’s best Dentist and his staff is Wonderful.

Philomena R.

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It is always a positive experience at your office. Everyone is great, very professional. Dr. Thurm is the best based on all of my experiences over many years.

Albert F.

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Tooth pulled, crowns removed, temporary bridge placed-no pain at all!

Linda M.

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Great service! My needs and comfort are always part of practitioner’s service.

Gail V.

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I have been going to Thurm Dental for years. I trust Dr Thurm and his staff implicitly.Carol is always very thorough yet gentle when cleaning my teeth.

Thomas S.

Read more reviews

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HANDS DOWN THE VERY, VERY, VERY BEST DENTIST ON THE PLANET! Surrounds himself with an equally talented and professional staff – you won’t find a better dental practice! Love this entire group!

Jackie K.

Read more reviews

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My visit to Thurm Dental Group was wonderful! I have always been afraid of going to the dentist since my youth.now I am a senior citizen. Dr. Thurm made me UNAFRAID and could not have made me so comfortable. The entire staff was GREAT! I look forward to finally doing the right thing, with a terrific Dr. and staff. Thank You

Irving Z.

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Dr. Thurm was wonderful and so accommodating, I felt very safe with him

Donna D.

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Our Location

Thurm Dental Group

925 Haddon Avenue, Collingswood, NJ 08108

(856) 335-1775