Meet the CR Dental Group Team
Our Mission
We are a professional team dedicated to providing the highest quality dental care. Our goal is to build a long-term relationship of mutual trust through listening to and meeting your needs. We have created a safe environment that exceeds all standards of excellence.
Our diagnosis will be based upon a complete exam. We will educate you of our findings and recommend a personalized treatment plan in which we take into consideration your needs and desires.
We will strive to achieve maximum comfort, function, health, and esthetics. Utilizing the most current technology available, our comprehensive dental care can only be successful with your cooperation.
Our Doctors
Dr. Jordana Contrucci Ruiz, DMD
Dr. Jordana Contrucci Ruiz (pronounced “Con-True-Chee”) prides herself in providing gentle and compassionate care to all her patients. She is dedicated to being understanding, and providing the most honest treatment personalized specifically to each patient’s wants and needs.
Dr. Jordana Contrucci Ruiz was born and raised in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Dentistry has always been a passion for her. Dr. Jordana Contrucci Ruiz knew she wanted to be a dentist since she was nine years old. She graduated from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas with a BA degree in Biology and a minor in Chemistry and Anthropology. While at SMU, she was an active member of the Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority, Student Senate, and Pre-Dental Organization.
Following graduation, Dr. Jordana Contrucci Ruiz received her doctorate in dental medicine from Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine in Florida. She graduated at the top of her dental class, receiving many awards and honors. Some include, the Pierre Fauchard Academy Award; and induction into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Chi Psi Chapter, Delta Epsilon Iota (Academic Honor Society), and Student Clinicians American Dental Association.
Dr. Jordana Contrucci Ruiz is currently a member of the American Dental Association, the Texas Dental Association, the Academy of General Dentistry, the Southwest Academy of Restorative Dentistry, and the Dallas County Dental Society. She continues to enjoy learning and applying cutting-edge techniques of dentistry.
Dr. Jordana Contrucci Ruiz and her husband live in Dallas. When she is not in the office, she loves to cook, travel, and go for long runs.
Named one of D Magazine’s Best Dentists
Dr. James Reisman, DDS
A Dallas native, Dr. Reisman received his bachelor’s degree from University of Texas at Austin and his dental degree from Baylor Dental College. He is very active in the dental community and holds membership in the:
- Dallas County Dental Society Dentist of the Year 2012
- Texas Academy of Dental Practice Admin., Past President
- American Dental Association, Parameters Committee
- Mid-Winter Dental Convention, Past Chairman
- Texas Academy of General Dentistry, nominee for “Texas Dentist of the Year” in ’94, ’97 and ’09
- International College of Dentists, Fellow
- Academy of General Dentistry, Fellow
- American College of Dentists, Fellow
- Texas Dental Association, 2007 Annual Session Chairman
- Academy of Cosmetic dentistry, Member
- American Academy of Dental Practice Administration, Member
Dr. Reisman is married to Karen Cortell Reisman, a professional speaker, author, and speaking coach. They have two children, Courtney and Brett. Dr. Reisman is an avid outdoors man, skier, and gym rat.
Karen and Jim Reisman purchased the beautiful Star Ranch in 2008. Nestled in the Cross-Timber region in the north end of Texas’ famous Hill Country lies this 75 acre working registered longhorn ranch. View the ranch at www.thestarranch.com.
Dr. Alana Reifer
Dr. Reifer is passionate about creating beautiful smiles. She combines her background in psychology as well as her technical training as a dentist to help form lasting relationships with her patients as well as transform her patient’s smiles to one that they are proud to show off. Dr. Reifer is determined to provide the highest quality of individualized care through her thoughtful and educational approach to treatment. She believes that in order to provide the highest quality of care for her patients, she must truly understand what it is that her patients want. She carefully listens to her patient’s desires and helps to present a custom treatment plan that not only addresses their chief complaint but exceeds their expectations. She strives to provide gentle and compassionate care in a friendly environment.
Dr. Reifer was born and raised in Dallas, Texas. She attended Plano West Senior High School prior to attending the University of Texas in Austin. Dr. Reifer was an active member in her sorority, Alpha Epsilon Phi. She attended The University of Texas School of Dentistry in Houston (UTSD), graduating with a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. Dr. Reifer was awarded the prestigious International College of Dentists Humanitarian Award.
Dr. Reifer is honored to be considered one of “D Magazine’s Best Dentists”. She is an active member of the American Dental Association, Alpha Omega International Dental Fraternity, the Texas Dental Association, and the Dallas County Dental Society.
Dr. Reifer is married to her high school sweetheart, Blake, and they have a beautiful daughter. When she is not practicing dentistry and creating beautiful smiles, Dr. Reifer enjoys being active, trying new restaurants, and spending time with family and friends.
Named one of D Magazine’s Best Dentists
Our Hygienists
JoDe, Dental Hygienist
For the past 21 years, JoDe has helped our patients achieve optimal oral health through regular flossing and effective brushing. Her patients who don’t floss have a serious guilt complex, so she knows her efforts are not in vain. JoDe earned her bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene from the University of New Mexico. She thoroughly enjoys our patients, as well as our team.
JoDe is a mother of a house full of energetic boys who are crafty, trouble finding bundles of joy. She and her husband own a mixed martial arts studio in Frisco and keep busy with karate, soccer, and baseball, as well as many other outdoor activities.
Alyssa, Dental Hygienist
Alyssa is originally from Kansas, but grew up in the Dallas area. Alyssa truly loves what she does and creates relationships with everyone she meets. She completed her Bachelors of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene at Texas Woman’s University in 2020 after serving in the Marine Corps for 5 years. Alyssa’s mission is to make her patients happy about their unique smile, boost their self-esteem, and simply educate and love them in the process. She believes the basic fundamentals of oral hygiene care is something every person should know, which fuels her passion to reach out to the North Dallas community and go the extra mile. It is never too late to learn something new. She is a mother of two and a friend to many. She loves to be active in her church, running or biking on trails, and eating all the foods with friends and family.
