Dental Team – Palm Harbor, FL

Wendy, Financial Coordinator

Wendy's dental career impressively covers over 30 years with most of that time spent right here at our dental office. She’s proud to be part of such an awesome team! In addition to her financial expertise, she completed her Expanded Functions Dental Assistant training at Orlando Vocational Technical Center. As for family, she has the best husband, three amazing stepdaughters, and one beautiful granddaughter. Her hobbies include running, cycling, and hanging out with her fellow GOATs.

Here’s an interesting fact about Wendy: she played in a ukulele band in high school!

Trisha, Dental Hygienist

With 26 years of experience under her belt, Trisha recently joined our team. So far, her favorite part of her job is the relationships with the patients and staff. She completed her studies at St. Pete College, and she looks forward to many more years helping patients smile. In her free time, she enjoys traveling and spending time with friends and family.

Here’s an interesting fact about Trisha: she volunteers at Suncoast Animal League!

Nicole, Dental Hygienist

Nicole pursued her studies at St. Petersburg College. Now, she is certified in local anesthesia and has more than two years of experience in the world of dentistry under her belt. Currently, her favorite part of her job is seeing the smiles of all of her patients! In her free time, you’ll most likely find her painting and drawing.

Here’s an interesting fact about Nicole: many of her friends and family members have birthdays on the 21st of the month, including herself!

Brittani, Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Brittani studied dentistry at Pasco-Hernando State College, and she’s been a part of our team for a few years now. Since she specializes in cosmetic dentistry, restorative dentistry, sealant placement, and tongue tie support, she is an essential part of helping growing smiles stay happy and healthy. She loves being able to build relationships with all of the little patients – watching them grow is so much fun! Outside of work, she enjoys hanging out with her younger siblings, watching movies, going to concerts, visiting food and wine festivals, and keeping up with fitness.

Here’s an interesting fact about Brittani: she LOVES creating art! It’s her favorite way to express herself and create for others too.

Alyssa, Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

As a Florida native, it was only natural for Alyssa to complete her studies in the sunshine state! She attended St. Petersburg College and the University of South Florida before joining our team in 2020. Today, she specializes in preventative dentistry, sealant placement, and restorative dentistry. When asked, she said the best thing about her job is seeing smiling faces each and every day. Outside the office, she enjoys spending time with her spouse and their two kitty cats. She’s also interested in art and photography!

Here’s an interesting fact about Alyssa: she lived in Hawaii for three years!

Brittny, Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Brittny brings over five years of experience to her job as an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant. She loves being able to work with kids every day. She’s a graduate of Dunedin High School and attended the Central Florida Institute, where she earned her OSHA, dental X-ray, and Expanded Functions Dental Assistant certifications.

Originally from Rochester, New York, Brittny is a very family-oriented person. In her free time, she enjoys long-distance running, going to the gym, and running her small online business.

Nicole C., Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Nicole’s favorite part of being a dental assistant is being able to see kids every day and creating a safe space for them. She’s a graduate of Binghamton High School and the Dental Assisting Institute, where she also earned her Expanded Functions Dental Assistant certification.

Nicole is a very family-oriented and welcoming person by nature. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, kayaking, traveling, and watching Eagles games. Here’s an interesting fact about Nicole: she lived in Puerto Rico for a year!

Marilyn, Dental Assistant

Marilyn was born and raised in Queens, NY! With nearly a decade of experience in the dental field, she’s thrilled to be here in Florida helping growing smiles thrive. She loves that every day is different and that she truly enjoys what she does. When she isn’t at the office, she enjoys working out and staying active.

Here’s an interesting fact about Marilyn: she can recite the whole Little Mermaid movie!

Courtney, Dental Assistant

Courtney is an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant with more than three years of experience in the dental field. Before joining our team, she studied at SPC and the Ultimate Medical Academy. Now, her favorite part of her job is making kids feel comfortable when visiting the dentist! As for interests outside of dentistry, she enjoys traveling, being out in the sun, and hanging out with family.

Here’s an interesting fact about Courtney: swimming with otters is on her bucket list!

Krystyn, Dental Assistant

Krystyn has been working in the dental field for over nine years. She is passionate about her career because she gets to do what she loves the most, helping others. She attended Fivay High School and ATA College.

Outside of the dental office, Krystyn enjoys listening to music, anime, roller blading, and going on park adventures, as well as spending time with her big, loud family.

Alexis, Sterilization Technician

Alexis is currently enrolled at Saint Petersburg College. At the dental office, she really enjoys being able to learn something new every day! When she isn’t busy keeping our tools clean, she enjoys spending time with her three younger brothers and other loved ones, learning yoga, and reading books.

Here’s an interesting fact about Alexis: she’s OBSESSED with cats.

Michelle, New Patient Coordinator

Michelle’s hometown is Odessa, FL! Before joining our team, she worked in hotel hospitality for 12 years. Today, she uses all she has learned to create a seamless, enjoyable, stress-free experience for each of our patients. Outside the office, she loves spending time with her friends and family, reading, shooting, fishing, and bowling.

Here’s an interesting fact about Michelle: She LOVES football. She and her family always watch Auburn & the Bucs.

Emily, Business Assistant

Emily brings several years of experience and expertise to our team. She’s originally from Braselton, Georgia and received her BS in Health Services Administration. She enjoys helping patients navigate complicated aspects of the dental field, like dealing with insurance and breaking down clinical information.

Her family is comprised of her husband, their dog, and (very old) cat. She loves reading, walking with her husband and dog at the park, and enjoys film photography. A fun fact about Emily is that she once took a month-long road trip to Seattle and stopped at 10 states along the way.

Alexa, Business Assistant

Alexa enjoys being able to work in a fun, welcoming atmosphere. She is a Bishop McLaughlin high school graduate, and has obtained her Bachelor's degree in Psychology at Florida Atlantic University and her Master's degree in Exercise Science at the University of South Florida. She is also certified to administer CPR.

Originally from Safety Harbor, Alexa will tell you about her family of “introverted cuties,” which include her boyfriend and their cats. In her free time, she loves playing basketball, exercising, reading, playing video games, and learning. She’s also a certified personal trainer!

Marisela, Director of Operations

Known as Sela, our Director of Operations, is originally from San Mateo, California. She has over 15 years of experience in the dental field and holds two esteemed certificates: an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant Certificate and a Certificate in Management Leadership. She also has a degree in Business Administration Management and Operations. Sela and her husband are high school sweethearts and together they have two daughters. In her free time, she enjoys arts and crafts and loves attending fun events with her family. An interesting fact about Sela is that she loves to travel and has visited 25 different states and counting!

Marcy, Checkout Reception

Born and raised in Alpena, MI, Marcy enjoys interacting with patients and making sure they feel welcome during their visit. Working alongside a caring and passionate team is also rewarding, and she looks forward to promoting a positive environment every day.

Away from the office, Marcy lives with her husband and loves being with their three daughters. Other than socializing and building connections with others, she also enjoys hobbies like baking, cooking, and reading.