Our Office Staff

About The Doctor
Dr. Tanoory, or Jason as he prefers to be addressed by his patients and staff, moved to Canandaigua in 2001. After associateships in Philadelphia, PA, Rochester NY and Penn Yan he opened Finger Lakes Dental Care in 2002. Dr. Jason received his higher education at the University of Dayton, in Ohio where he received his B.S. in Chemical Engineering, and minored in Biochemistry. He then attended the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in Philadelphia. He received an Advanced Education in General Dentistry degree at The Eastman Dental Center in Rochester. In addition to Jason's formal education he has completed over 1,000 hours of continuing education in the past 4 years. The state requires 20 hours per year. The spectrum of this advanced education ranges from Cosmetic Dentistry, Oral Surgery, Orthodontics, Endodontics, and Implant Placement, to Denture Therapy and Sedation Dentistry. Jason recently received a Fellowship from the Academy of General Dentistry. He also has a fellowship from The International Congress of Oral Implantology.
Jason is a member of the American Dental Association, The Academy of General Dentistry, The Academy of Family Dentistry, the Monroe Dental Society, The Sedation Dentistry Association, Congress of Oral Implantology and The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.
Jason has lectured and helps to educate fellow dentists on various topics from practice management to clinical skills. He has had several articles published in local newspapers, dental magazines, periodicals and dental websites. In addition to helping/educating others in the field of dentistry he is also active in the community educating the community on various dental topics at local businesses, retirement and senior homes as well as attending primary schools throughout the Finger Lakes.
Jason is blessed with a wonderful wife, Kara, and three beautiful children, Anna, Olivia and Jack. They also have two labrador retrievers, Dakota and Henry. His growing family lives here in Canandaigua.
Dr. Wendy Marshall, DDS
Dr. Wendy has been a resident of the Rochester area her entire life. She received her BS degree in Biology from Syracuse University with a minor in Psychology. She then graduated from the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine where she concurrently conducted research for the Department of Oral Pathology. Her post graduate training was completed at the University of Rochester General Practice Residency Program at Strong Memorial Hospital. Above the required educational requirements, Dr. Wendy has had additional training in Sedation Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implant Restorations, Oral Surgery, Endodontics and Dental Traumatology. Wendy previously worked for almost 10 years at a dental office in Brighton that was responsible for the Rochester Amerks & Buffalo Sabres organizations. The dental team that she was a part of was responsible for onsite injuries as well as fabricating custom mouth guards for the teams.
Wendy is a member of the American Dental Association, The Seventh District Dental Society, The NYS Dental Society, The Sedation Dentistry Association and the Academy of General Dentistry.
She lives in Victor with her husband Shawn and has two sons Paxton and Dane. In her spare time she enjoys golf, scuba diving, tennis and spending time with her family.
Our Office Staff
Cindy Cooper – Office Manager
Cindy has been with Finger Lakes Dental Care since 2004. She has 9 years of dental experience, 16 years in the Medical Field and 2 years marketing experience. She has a degree in Business Management and Computer Science. She is a certified HIPAA educator. She averages 20 hours per year of continuing education each year. Most recently this year attending updates for NYS Collection Laws, Medical /Dental Risk Management, yearly OSHA and HIPAA updates, Medical to Dental Cross Coding and also a policy and procedure writing class. Cindy is a member of the American Association of Dental Office Managers and is an honored member and is listed in the Cambridge Who's Who Registry of Business Executive and Professionals. In her spare time she enjoys cooking, gardening, interior decorating, crafts, traveling and entertaining friends & family at home.
Megan Meek – Patient Relations
Megan is one the offices Patient Relations staff members she has been with the office since 2004. She will assist you with everything from understanding your insurance benefits and making financial arrangements to making sure you have fresh cup of coffee at your visit. Megan has worked in the service industry for 10+ years. If you or a family member has an upcoming appointment or are in the office and have any special needs please let Megan know she would be glad to help. When Megan isn't at Finger Lakes Dental Care helping our patients she enjoys running, hiking and spending time with family and friends.
Nicole Fenner – Patient Relations
Nicole is our newest patient relations team member. She attended Genesee Community College and has 3 years of customer service experience. Nicole loves helping people and is available to make sure that you or a family member is comfortable during your visit or while waiting. Outside of work Nicole enjoys shopping, baking and crafts.
Christina Kenyon – Patient Relations
Christina is one of the office’s Patient Relations staff members she has been with the office since 2009. She has an Associate’s Degree from Monroe Community College and a Bachelor’s Degree from St. John Fisher College in Sociology and Management. When you see Christina in the office she will be more than happy to help you with everything from scheduling an appointment to ensuring that you and your family are comfortable during your visit or while waiting. If you or a family member has a special need please let her know. Christina has over 17 years in customer services and administrative experience. When she isn’t at Finger Lakes Dental she enjoys spending time with her husband and 5 children, who are all very active in Canandaigua sports. She also is a member of St. Mary’s Church in Canandaigua.
Amy Ells – Treatment Coordinator
Amy comes to us after completing her degree in Communications with a concentration in Public Relations and a minor in Marketing at SUNY Fredonia. She has several years of dental experience and has also taken many continuing education classes that give her the knowledge to help you understand your treatment recommendations, insurance benefits and the financial options available to you. In her spare time she enjoys crafting, traveling and reading.
Our Dental Assistants
Diane Saxton – NYS Certified Dental Assistant
Diane is one of our offices Dental Assistants; she has been with our office since 2003. She is a Registered Dental Assistant, which is the highest level of assistant training attainable in the state of New York. Diane has over 20 years of dental experience with an extensive background that ranges from Endodontics to Cosmetic Dentistry. She is CPR certified and is certified by the Dental Assisting National Board and is licensed by NY State. She attends an average of 50 hours of continuing education per year (the state only requires 12). Diane's outside activities include photography, refinishing old furniture, walking and spending time with her kids and her pets.
Pam Buchholz – NYS Certified Dental Assistant
Pam is one of our offices Dental Assistants; she has been with our office since 2004. She is a Registered Dental Assistant, which is the highest level of assistant training attainable in the state of New York. Pam has close to 20 years of dental experience with an impressive background that varies from oral surgery to sedation dentistry. She is CPR certified and is certified by the Dental Assisting National Board and is a member of the National Association of Dental Assistants. Pam and Dr. Tanoory often work together educating our local communities and schools on various dental health topics. She attends an average of 50 hours of continuing education each year (the state only requires 12). Outside of work Pam volunteers in her daughter's classroom and is a girlscout troop leader, she also enjoys crafts knitting and puzzles. Her son recently graduated from the US Air Force basic training.
Edith Byington – NYS Certified Dental Assistant
Edith is one of our offices Dental Assistants; she has been with the office since 2006. She is a Registered Dental Assistant, which is the highest level of assistant training attainable in the state of New York. She has 15 years of experience in the dental field with advanced training and experience working with children and orthodontics. Edith is also CPR certified. When she isn't in the office assisting Dr. Jason, she is busy at home with her husband and 2 children. She is also a member of the Prattsburgh Protective Auxillary. She enjoys doing cross stitching and gardening.
Sherri Berry – Dental Assistant
Sherri is the newest Dental Assistant in our office. She has been in dentistry for close to ten years. She has experience in Periodontics, Sedation and Cosmetic dentistry. She is CPR certified. In her spare time Sherri served in the Army National Guard as an MP for 3 ½ years. In her spare time she enjoys bowling, scrapbooking, reading and spending time with her children.
Kathy Snyder – NYS Certified Dental Assistant
Kathy is the newest dental assistant to our office. She is a Registered Dental Assistant, which is the highest level of assistant training attainable in the state of New York. She has over 17 years of experience in dentistry with experience in pediatrics, oral surgery, and cosmetic dentistry. She is CPR certified. She is a member of the Dental Assisting National Board and is a member of the National Association of Dental assistants. Kathy has over 20 hours of continuing education every year. (The state only requires 12). She has also worked at Migrant camps providing dental work for the immigrants. In her spare time she enjoys coaching and playing softball, gardening and spending time with her family.
Jenn Moore – Sterilization Tech
Jen has an Assoc. Degree from FLCC and is currently enrolled at MCC to obtain her degree in Dental Hygiene. She works in our office as a sterilization tech. She is CPR certified and is a member of the 7th District Hygiene Society. Jen is also the chairperson for the Relay of life for the American Cancer Society. In her spare time she enjoys reading, quilting and spending time with her husband and three children.
Sarah Lyon – Sterilization Tech
Sarah is our office sterilization tech she has over 9 years dental experience. She ensures that our state of the art sterilization center is running smoothly and is above industry standards. She takes many educational classes to keep our office up to date in procedures and any new mandates in sterilization. When Sarah is not at Finger Lakes Dental she enjoys spending time with her husband and three children. She also enjoys shopping, reading and walking her dog.
Our Dental Hygienists
Shelly Turner – Registered Dental Hygienist
Shelly is one of our offices Dental Hygienists, she has been with our office since 2003. Shelly has 14 years of dental experience. She has an AAS degree in Dental Hygiene and is certified in Anesthesia and Nitrox Oxide administration and is CPR certified. Shelly attends and average of 20 hours of continuing education per year (the state only requires 10). Shelly is just beginning to take classes to obtain her BA in Dental Hygiene. In her spare time Shelly enjoys drawing, painting, reading and tennis.
Jane Morris – Registered Dental Hygienist
Jane has been with Finger Lakes Dental Care since 2006. She has been a Dental Hygienist for 19 years and was a Certified Dental Assistant for 6 years prior to obtaining her AS degree in Dental Hygiene. When Jane took her clinical State boards she earned a 100% grade! She was the 29th person in NY State to be certified to give anesthesia/analgesia, she is CPR certified. She attends numerous hours of continuing education each year to stay on top of the newest advances in dental hygiene. Jane is a member of the ADHA and DHASNY and a trustee for the HYPAC. She was the President of the 7th District Hygiene Association from 2004-2007. Jane has volunteered doing free daylong oral cancer screenings for the community, has also visited local schools and preschools helping to educate children regarding dental health. At home Jane enjoys baking, parrots and drag racing with her sons.
Jennifer Morello – Registered Dental Hygienist
Jennifer has 10+ years Dental Hygiene experience. She has an Associates Degree in Dental Hygiene and a Bachelor’s of Science in Health Care Administration. She continually reads hygiene and dental publications to research new products and services for our patients. Jennifer takes an average of 20 continuing education hours per year, which is double what is required by New York State. In her spare time she enjoys gardening and cooking.
Jennifer Mattice – Registered Dental Hygienist
Jennifer is the newest member of our Hygiene team. She comes to our office with 6 years of hygiene experience. She is a graduate of Monroe Community College with a AAS degree in dental hygiene. Upon graduation she was awarded the Proctor and Gamble award in recognition of her knowledge in the Preventative Aspects of Dental Disease. She is a NYS board certified Registered Dental Hygienist. She is CPR certified. She is a member of the American Dental Hygienists Association. She is continually attending continuing education courses and reading literature regarding new products and services in dental hygiene. Jennifer lives in Victor with her family she enjoys attending her sons sporting events, bike riding, hiking and watching movies.
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