meet our team

Mary has been in the dental field for the last 11 years! Her favorite part of her job is being able to display her passion for providing an excellent level of care that allows patients to regain their confidence and smile! Mary is originally from Macclenny, Fl, and attended Baker County High School. She graduated from Florida Gateway College and is also a certified dental assistant. Mary has attended several trainings and courses focused on Facial Esthetics (Botox, filler, etc.), Invisalign, and Dental Implants. She is an active member of the American Association of Dental Office Management and is a lifelong learner. Mary has been married to her high school sweetheart, Kasey, for 13 years and together they have two boys, Kase and Kolt. She grew up playing sports and enjoys being “that mom” in the stands cheering on her two boys.  You can find them at a field or a court cheering on a game, spending time with family/friends, or completing home DIY projects on their off time!

Teresa is originally from Orange Park, FL, attended Ridgeview High School and continued on to Concorde Career Institute. She has worked in dentistry for eight years, has her Phlebotomy Certificate and advanced periodontal surgical assistant training. Teresa’s favorite part of the job is helping her patients smile again! You can find Teresa at a concert, Jeep deep in mud, or making bread on Sundays with her dog Riloh!

Lydia is originally from Fairbanks, Alaska but calls Macclenny, FL home. She has worked in dentistry for two years and says her favorite thing about her career is the relationship built with both her coworkers & patients. Lydia coaches a little league cheer team. She loves to read and wants to travel more.

Taylynn has been a dental assistant for a little over two years. She is in love with helping her patients obtain a beautiful and healthy smile. As a native of Florida, Taylynn attended Bradford High School and continued on to Fortis College. In her spare time, as a family of four, they love gardening, crafting, and anything outside!

Jazmyn has been a dental assistant for over twelve years. As a native of Florida, Jazz attended Andrew Jackson High School and continued on to the United Education Institute and Florida State College of Jacksonville. She has extensive classes and certifications including but not limited to a Phlebotomy Certification, CEREC Training, and facial esthetic courses. Jazmyn has two daughters, is engaged, and loves to shop, travel, and all things interior design.

Karina has been an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant for over 11 years and says her favorite part of her career is helping people smile again. She is originally from Kiev, Ukraine, attended Cheyenne High School, and graduated from College of Southern NV and Florida State College of Jacksonville. She also has her X-Ray and Phlebotomy certification. Karina is married and together they have three children. Her favorite part of the day is spending time with her kids, it’s a bonus day if it is family time spent on the beach. A fun fact about Karina's family is their journey to America! Her father was in the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus and they lived on the circus train for two years traveling the US.

Jana grew up in rural Maine and she completed her Associate of Science in Dental Hygiene in 1987 from the University of Maine.  She spent several years in Hawaii on the Big Island enjoying the sun and sand and came to call Jacksonville her home in 2008.  Jana loves traveling and restoring the home she still owns in her small hometown.  Jana takes great pride in helping patients achieve their best oral health and a beautiful smile.  Her gentle yet thorough touch makes everyone feel at ease. 

Rebecca grew up in Glenn St. Mary, FL and has been working in the dental field for over 15 years. She obtained her Associate in Science (A.S.) in Dental Hygiene degree from Florida State College of Jacksonville and is ITERO, CPR, and Local Anesthesia certified. Rebecca loves building relationships with her patients and helping them understand the importance of a healthy smile. She has three beautiful daughters herself, along with three bonus children with her longtime boyfriend. Rebecca spends most of her off time in the ballfields watching her daughter's softball team. You might just be lucky enough to hear stories of her bluegrass youth when she played the banjo and traveled the United States with her family to bluegrass festivals!