Meet Our Staff
Amy – Scheduling Coordinator
Amy was born and raised in New Hampshire. This loyal Patriots Fan has been working in Orthodontics since 2007. She has experience in clinical, scheduling and finance. When she is not helping to create beautiful smiles, Amy loves spending time in the sun, walking her dog, Oakley, and playing dominoes with her husband.
Amy
Scheduling Coordinator
Beverley – Scheduling Coordinator
Beverley has been working in the orthodontic field since 2005. She has experience in scheduling, treatment coordinating, administration and office management. She is happy to help you with scheduling your appointments or answering any questions you may have. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, playing tennis and cooking.
Beverley
Scheduling Coordinator
Denise – Scheduling Coordinator
Denise has been working in the orthodontic field since 2001. She has experience in scheduling, administration, financial and insurance. When not working, Denise loves going to the beach, paddle boarding, kayaking and listening to music. Most of all, she loves fishing and watching Pittsburgh Steelers football with her son.
Denise
Scheduling Coordinator
Fianna – Scheduling Coordinator
The big smile you see behind the big glasses is Fianna. She moved to Charleston in 2014 with her husband, Jesse. Her favorite things are usually pink, glittery or both. When not working, she can be found shopping, drawing or baking. Lemon bars are her specialty!
Fianna
Scheduling Coordinator
Jessica - Scheduling Coordinator
Jessica has been working in the orthodontic field since 2012. She has vast experience in orthodontic assisting, scheduling and recall. When she isn’t working, she enjoys spending time with her family, whether it’s going on vacations, taking a trip to the beach or park or just spending time at home. She and her husband welcomed their first baby, a boy, in 2017.
Jessica
Scheduling Coordinator
Laura – Scheduling Coordinator
Laura has been working in the field of orthodontics since 2009 and has vast experience in assisting, treatment coordinating and office management. When she isn't working, she enjoys cooking, decorating, beach vacations and spending quality time with her expanding family. She and her husband welcomed their first baby, a girl, in 2017.
Laura
Scheduling Coordinator
Wendi - Scheduling Coordinator
Wendi has been working in Orthodontics since 2013. She is knowledgeable in multiple orthodontic procedures and enjoys making lasting connections with her patients. During her free time, she enjoys learning new computer languages, trying different fitness classes, and hanging out with her son, Elijah.
Wendi
Scheduling Coordinator
Autumn – Front Desk Coordinator
Autumn was born in Spartanburg but has lived in Summerville for most of her life. She is new to orthodontics but has 5 years of experience in customer service. She has a two year old son named Wyatt. In her spare time, she enjoys the beach, outdoor activities, going to the gym and spending time with friends and family.
Autumn
Front Desk Coordinator
Brittany – Front Desk Coordinator
Brittany was born in Tennessee but has spent most of her life in Charleston. She is new to Orthodontics but has many years of experience in Customer Service and Leadership roles. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her fiancé, JD, and their daughter, Harper, along with going on trips and relaxing by the water.
Brittany
Front Desk Coordinator
Kaylea - Front Desk Coordinator
Kaylea was born and raised in South Carolina. Although she is new to the orthodontic field, she has 5 years experience of customer service. During her free time she enjoys shopping and spending time with her fiancé and her one year old daughter, Hayden.
Kaylea
Front Desk Coordinator
Nicole – Front Desk Coordinator
Nicole is originally from Texas but grew up in Charleston. She's been in the dental field since 2013 but is new to orthodontics. She is the youngest of three siblings. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her son and traveling back home to Texas to see her family.
Nicole
Front Desk Coordinator
Savannah – Front Desk Coordinator
Savannah was born and raised in Charleston and graduated from College of Charleston, majoring in Public Health. She is new to the dental field. She is also newly engaged! When not working, she enjoys spending time outdoors with her friends, family and dogs!
Savannah
Front Desk Coordinator
Brittani - New Patient Coordinator
Brittani has been in the dental field for over six years. Her primary experience is in pediatric dentistry, but she has a passion for orthodontics and watching patients confidence blossom throughout treatment. Brittani is a mother of two boys, and she spends her free time with her family, fishing and shopping.
Brittani
New Patient Coordinator
Elizabeth - New Patient Coordinator
Elizabeth has worked in the dental field for over ten years and has spent the last two in orthodontics. She greatly enjoys meeting new people and creating lasting, personal relationships with her patients. Her most favorite part of her job is being able to watch how each patient's smile progresses over time. Outside of work, she enjoys sharing special moments with her three sons, Zachary, Lukas and Gavin.
Elizabeth
New Patient Coordinator
Jenn - New Patient Coordinator
Jenn was born and raised in South Carolina. She has worked in the medical field for over 7 years and recently switched fields to orthodontics. She is a mother to a 7 year old daughter, Presslie, and two dogs. In her free time, she loves boating, thrifting, or staying in to watch Netflix.
Jenn
New Patient Coordinator
Leslie - New Patient Coordinator
Leslie was born in Wilmington, NC, but raised primarily in Columbia, SC. She graduated from Fortis College in 2012, completing her childhood dream to become a dental assistant and ultimately an orthodontic assistant. When she is not working, she is spending time with her husband, Matt, her son, Caleb, and her cat, Lucy. She loves music, going to the beach and retail therapy.
Leslie
New Patient Coordinator
Nichole - New Patient Coordinator
Nichole is a graduate of the Dental Assisting Training School of Mount Pleasant and a valuable addition to our team. Her energetic, enthusiastic personality makes her popular among our patrons. She loves meeting new patients and making their experience remarkable. When Nichole is not working, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Ryan, and their two boys, Beckham and Bentley.
Nichole
New Patient Coordinator
Cailee – Clinical Assistant
Cailee is originally from Knoxville, TN, but she has lived in the Charleston area for about a year and a half. She has a 5 year old yellow lab named Maggie Lue who she loves taking to the beach in the mornings to play fetch. She has been an orthodontist assistant since 2015. Her favorite part about being an assistant is seeing the transformation of patients' smiles!
Cailee
Clinical Assistant
Cheri – Clinical Assistant
Cheri is a Charleston native who has worked in orthodontics since 1994 and currently lives in Mount Pleasant. Her vast experience in the industry makes her a valuable asset to our team. She enjoys applying braces for our new patients, but, more importantly, she looks forward to becoming life-long friends with them and their families. She loves going to the beach and spending time with her husband, Heath, and their three boys—Chase, Alex and Dawson. She is passionate about helping those who lack confidence due to an imperfect smile become people who just can’t stop smiling!
Cheri
Clinical Assistant
Donnell – Clinical Assistant
Donnell was born in Manila, Philippines and moved to the U.S. in 2011. Seven years in the dental field has helped him become a well-rounded assistant. He enjoys reaching out to people by helping them learn more about what the Bible teaches when he isn't at work and helping them achieve beautiful, confident smiles when he is.
Donnell
Clinical Assistant
GG - Clinical Assistant
Gurgica (‘GG’) has worked in the dental field for over 10 years and has vast knowledge in both general dental and orthodontics. Originally from the Washington DC area, she relocated to Charleston in 2014. ‘G’ loves forming lasting relationships with her patients and watching them transform over the years. In her free time she enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and 3 kids.
GG
Clinical Assistant
Kyla - Clinical Assistant
Kyla moved to Charleston from Seattle WA about 10 years ago. Although she is new to orthodontics, she has over six years of customer service, management, and hospitality experience. She lives with her husband and her two fur babies, Dazy and Ava, in their first home. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, going to the beach, traveling, and trying new restaurants.
Kyla
Clinical Assistant
Lori - Clinical Assistant
Lori attended West Georgia College and has been a clinical assistant for 16 years. She loves her career and cares for every patient she has the pleasure of working with. A native of Paulding County, Georgia, Lori relocated to Johns Island and started working at COS, where she feels right at home. She has a 20-year-old son, Wesley, and a boxer named Babbs. In her spare time, Lori loves to going the beach, traveling, and spending time with her family and friends.
Lori
Clinical Assistant
Miriana - Clinical Assistant
Mariana was born and raised in Macedonia. She attended college at Ecpi University in Virginia and has an associate's degree in medical assisting. After working in medical assisting for 12 years, Miriana took a little break and discovered her passion for working with kids, then decided to further her career in orthodontics. When she's not working, she loves being outdoors, hiking, running, and spending time with her family and nephews.
Miriana
Clinical Assistant
Penny - Clinical Assistant
Penny has been in orthodontics since 1980. She has vast experience with most dental procedures, including preparation for braces and Invisalign scanning, and handles office administration duties, when needed. When she’s not working, Penny loves spending time with her two children, who currently serve in The United States Army and her five grandchildren. She also enjoys outdoor activities, such as cycling, walking, and jogging, and is actively involved with her church, working with adult ministry and the elderly.
Penny
Clinical Assistant
Shelby - Clinical Assistant
Shelby was born and raised in Charleston, SC. Although she is new to orthodontics, she has a passion for dentistry. She looks forward to meeting and helping patients achieve their smile goals. She has 2 dogs, a miniature poodle and a German Shepherd, that like to keep her busy in her free time.
Shelby
Clinical Assistant
Taylor - Clinical Assistant
Taylor was born and raised in South Carolina. She is the oldest of four and recently married her high school sweetheart! Taylor has been in orthodontics for about two years now and has loved every minute of it. When she isn't at work, she enjoys spending time with her family, shopping and being at the beach or pool side!
Taylor
Clinical Assistant
Caroline - Records Technician
Caroline lives in Mt.Pleasant and studies at Oceanside Academy. When she’s not working, she enjoys playing volleyball, shopping and participating in high school musicals. She may be new to orthodontics, but she's is a quick learner. We're excited to have Caroline as the youngest member of our team.
Caroline
Sterilization Technician
Raisa - COO
Amber has worked in general dentistry and orthodontics for nine years. She loves interacting with patients and watching their smiles change. In her spare time she enjoys going to the beach, shopping, trying new restaurants, and spending time with her two children, Hunter and Bailee.
Amber
Records Technician
Valentina - Records Technician
Valentina was born in Colombia, South America, and moved to the United States in 2005. She is new to the field of dentistry but has started her schooling to pursue a career in orthodontics. In her free time, Val enjoys exploring downtown and going to brunch.
Valentina
Records Technician
Raisa - COO
Raisa was born and raised in Bangladesh. She moved to the US in 2011 to attend college, graduating with a degree in Business Information Technology from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech). She has been working in Charleston since 2016, gaining experience in office management, administration, lean organization and customer service. During her free time, she enjoys exploring historic Downtown Charleston, drawing and reading.
Raisa
COO
Emma - Ordering Coordinator
Emma was born in Florida, but she has lived in Charleston for 17 years. She is currently a student at the College of Charleston and will be graduating in December of 2018. Her hobbies include camping, hiking and horseback riding, which she been doing competitively for 11 years.
Emma
Ordering Coordinator
Jean – HR Coordinator
Jean has more than 42 years of operational and administrative knowledge in the dental industry. Her extensive experience includes positions in the specialty of orthodontics such as, an Orthodontic Assistant, Clinical Supervisor, Treatment Coordinator and Regional Manager for a multi-location practice. Jean loves spending time with her husband, Roger, and two children.
Jean
HR Coordinator
Emily – Practice Systems Specialist
Emily has been in the orthodontic field since 2003. She has experience in all facets of orthodontia including assisting, treatment coordinating, insurance, and scheduling. Emily loves spending time her husband, Kevin, stepchildren, Kaylee and Justin, and the newest addition, their daughter Shelby. In her free time, Emily also enjoys boating, hunting, fishing, and hanging out on the beach.
Emily
Practice Systems Specialist
Nikki - Accounting Coordinator
Nikki is a native of North Carolina, but now calls Mount Pleasant home. She has diverse professional skills in operations, administration and insurance billing. When Nikki is not working, she enjoys going out for a run, going to the beach for the day or trying out a new restaurant in town.
Nikki
Accounting Coordinator
Ashton - Training Coordinator
Ashton was born and raised in South Carolina. She has worked in different orthodontic positions since graduating from assistant school in 2015. When she isn't working, Ashton enjoys hunting, fishing, boating, and spending time at the lake with her husband and two children.
Ashton
Training Coordinator
Jenni - Marketing Coordinator
As an Army brat, Jenni spent the first half of her life moving all over the world before her family settled in Virginia. She spent years working in publishing as a marketing specialist before joining COS. When she’s not working, Jenni loves reading, traveling, and hanging out with her dog, Buffett.
Jenni
Marketing Coordinator
Brenda - Insurance Coordinator
Brenda has over 34 years of experience in the dental industry, specializing in Orthodontics. She has held many positions, such as Orthodontic Assistant, Treatment Coordinator, Financial/Insurance Coordinator, and Office Director, as well as a vast knowledge of Dental Insurance. It is this experience that provide her the innate ability to redirect operational and administrative processes within an office enhancing practice efficiency. Brenda enjoys spending time with her husband, Donnie, their blended family of 7 children and 4 grandchildren.
Brenda
Insurance Coordinator
Angie – Patient Care Coordinator
As a scheduling coordinator, Angie may be one of the very first team members that you come into contact with. She has been in the field of orthodontics since 2003. When she is isn't working, Angie enjoys camping and vacationing to tropical destinations with her husband and two children.
Angie
Patient Care Coordinator
JD - Maintenance Coordinator
JD has worked in the Food & Beverage industry for last 16 years. He has one daughter, Harper. He loves meeting new people and enjoying time with his family.
JD
Maintenance Coordinator
Matt - 3D Lab Tech
Matt was raised in Columbia, SC, and spent 18 years in the restaurant business before joining COS. He is a die hard Gamecock fan, who won't touch or wear anything orange. He loves spending time with his wife, Leslie, and son, Caleb. He also enjoys cooking, reading, watching horror movies, and playing video games.
Matt
3D Lab Tech
Bracket - Director of Fun
Originally from the Cuyahoga River in Northeast Ohio, Bracket moved to Charleston to avoid the snowy winters and settled in Shem Creek Park in Mount Pleasant. He joined Charleston Orthodontic Specialists as the Director of Fun in 2017. When he isn’t busy handing out high-fives and hugs at community events, Bracket enjoys woodworking, watching reruns of “Leave It to Beaver,” and visiting the Hoover Dam on family vacations.
Bracket
Director of Fun