Meet The Staff

MEET OUR DENTAL STAFF IN WALLINGFORD, CT


Cynara C. McPhail, D.M.D.

Dr. Cynara McPhail graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a Bachelor of Arts and then went on to dental school at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine in Farmington, Conn. She graduated in 1984 with a degree in Dental Medicine. After graduation, she completed a General Practice Dental Residency at St. Francis Hospital in Hartford, Conn. and has been practicing in Wallingford for over 35 years. Dr. McPhail is interested in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry, veneers, implants and root canals. Dr. McPhail lives in Wallingford with her husband, Jon. Her daughter Sarah, 32, a graduate of Choate Rosemary Hall (2010) and Bates College (2014) is presently teaching third grade at the Hoover Elementary School in Melrose, Massachusetts. Son, Daniel, 27, graduated from Choate Rosemary Hall as well (2014) and a recent graduate of Bates College in Lewiston, Maine and presently working at Allego in Needham, MA.
She is a member of the American Dental Association, Connecticut State Dental Association, and a past President and current treasurer and member of the Meriden-Wallingford-Cheshire Dental Society. Dr. McPhail has been involved involved with the Wallingford Public Library, serving as President of the Library Board of Managers. She has also held several different offices for the Pond Hill Elementary School and Dag Hammarsjkold Middle School P.T.O., and the Choate Rosemary Hall Parents Fund Council. She was a volunteer for the Bates Welcome Committee and is presently a member of the University of Connecticut Health Center School of Dental Medicine Alumni Board and Chairperson  of the CSDA By-Laws Committee. She enjoys reading, sewing, knitting, running, soccer, swimming, traveling and gardening. Dr. McPhail has always been involved with her children's activities and tries to attend most of their sporting events. She is an avid UConn basketball fan, enjoying both the women's and men's games.

Renee P. Borecki, D.M.D.

Dr. Renee Borecki graduated from University of Delaware with a BA in Chemistry before attending University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine in Farmington, CT. After graduation in 2015, she spent a year in Boston, MA working as a general practice resident at Mass General Hospital. During this residency she spent a good deal of time working in the Oral Medicine Department as well as Head and Neck Cancer Center and General Dental Practice.
After spending time in Boston, she decided to move back to North Haven, CT where she was born and raised, and now currently resides. Renee has a particular passion for root canal therapy but is interested in cosmetic dentistry and surgery as well. Her other interests and hobbies include running, yoga, traveling, guitar, dogs, and musical theater. She is recently married and excited to start a family of her own. She is very excited about working in her home state and meeting and treating all the wonderful patients of Wallingford Dental Associates.

Ashley R. Arthur, D.M.D.

Dr. Ashley Arthur graduated from the University of Connecticut with a Bachelor of Science in Marketing before attending the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine in Farmington, CT. After graduation, she completed a General Practice Dental Residency at Rochester General Hospital in Rochester, New York. During this residency she spent a great deal of time practicing dentistry in an in-patient and out-patient setting.   

After spending time in Rochester, she decided to move back to Connecticut to be closer to family and friends, and now currently resides in Wallingford. Dr. Arthur enjoys practicing all aspects of general dentistry. Her other interests and hobbies include yoga, gardening, cooking, baking and spending time with her family dog, Luna. She is excited about working in her home state and meeting and treating all the wonderful patients of Wallingford Dental Associates

Marcelle

Marcelle has close to 45 years of experience in the dental field, formerly as a dental assistant, receptionist and practice administrator. She is currently our office manager and keeps the practice running smoothly with her bookkeeping and accounting knowledge.
Marcelle is married and has two sons, both recently married and two awesome daughters-in-law. She enjoys family time, traveling, cooking and spending time with her horse, Chloe.

Linda

I graduated from Stone School of Business in 1980 and went to work in the medical field as a patient care technician and phlebotomist for many years before coming to WDA, which I now consider my second home. I enjoy meeting and working with the public.

I moved to East Haven after purchasing my new home and married my best friend, Steven. I have three grown children, Sarah, Jessica, and Jacob and six beautiful grandchildren. In my spare time, I can usually be found doing some sort of home improvement project, gardening, or enjoying my grandchildren and family.

Herminia

My name is Herminia and I have been a dental assistant for 18 years. I grew up and presently live in Wallingford. What I love most about being a dental assistant is forming relationships with our patients. I am trilingual, speaking English, Spanish and Portuguese. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my 6 year old son, Jordan and my husband, Danilo. And I love to shop!!


Shelby

I am a graduate of Tunxis Community College with an Associates Degree in Dental Hygiene.  I grew up in North Haven and currently still reside there.  In my down time I love spending time with my friends and family, hiking, cooking or baking.  I love the fall season and am an animal lover of all kinds.  I look forward to meeting all patients!

Traci

I grew up in Meriden and graduated from Maloney High School.  I received an Associates Degree in Dental Hygiene from Tunxis Community College.  I have over 37 years of experience in Dental Hygiene and I look forward to meeting each and every one of you.

I live in Wallingford with my husband, Vinnie and dog, Zoey.  We have two sons and one daughter who are fully grown and live on their own.  We have 3 granddaughters and 3 grandsons and another grandson due in October 2023!  We enjoy family life....We have a large extended family so there is always a reason for a family picnic or celebration at our house.  Life is good!

Jenifer

My name is Jenifer. This is not a typo, my name only has one n. I am married and have two sons but unfortunately no pets. I used to be an extremely active baseball mom but now that my boys are grown I enjoy my down time with long walks on our town’s linear trail, dinners with my husband, movies with my friends and my new fascination with puzzles.

I graduated from the University of New Haven with a degree in Dental Hygiene after deciding to change careers when I was 33. I have been working here since July of 2006 and the years have gone quickly. I love working here and always enjoy the conversations I have with everyone who sits in my chair.

Maria

Maria graduated with her Bachelor's Degree in Dental Hygiene from the University of New Haven in 2001.  Before becoming a dental hygienist she worked as a dental assistant for several years.  Maria has 3 boys and is a dog mom to 3 Golden Retrievers.  She recently joined the team at WDA and is looking forward to meeting all the amazing patients.

Lynn

I graduated with an Associate of Dental Hygiene degree from Tunxis Community College in 1981.  I grew up in Wallingford and still live here with my husband, triplet sons and two golden retrievers.  In my free time, I enjoy reading, crafting and cooking with my husband, especially pizza!  I really like talking with my patients and look forward to meeting you!

Daniela

I’ve been with Wallingford Dental Associates for over 20 years. I am certified in Radiation Health and Safety as well as Infection Control. Getting in the dental field has been the biggest change in my professional life; a change I never regretted in spite of many challenges and changes. I love most the interaction with our patients not just helping to keep their smiles healthy but also to share the moments of our lives – happy, sad, great and not so great, pictures, memories and achievements. I love to see kids grow into young adults and then bring into the office their own children, just like a family. In my free time I love walking, working in my little garden, knitting but most of all I love spending time with my grandchildren Victoria and Jacob.


Margaret

My name is Margaret and I have been working at WDA for the past 14 years. I earned my Dental Assisting Degree from the Dental Career Institute in 2001 and am certified in Radiation Health and Safety as well as Infection Control.
I am originally from Poland immigrating to the United Sates in 1991. My family and I reside in Meriden along with our dog. When not at work, I enjoy outdoor activities, reading, exercising, and traveling to new places with my husband and three children. I am a very sociable, committed and compassionate employee. Others say I have a great sense of humor, which I believe our patients appreciate while interacting with me.

Vianca

I was born in the United States and at the age of 10 my family and I moved back to my parents' home country of Ecuador.  After completing my education in Ecuador, I decided I would like to come back and explore the United States as an adult.  I am delighted to be able to join WDA as a Dental Assistant.  So far I love the world of Dentistry.  People think I am soft spoken and shy but once you get to know me, you realize I am not.  I am a "night owl" and love to talk long walks during the evening hours.  I also love scary movies and my favorite food is lasagna. I am fluent in Spanish and I  look forward to meeting all of our patients. 

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