Meet the Team

Kelly S, Registered Dental Hygienist

Since 2002, Kelly has offered patients excellent, detailed care. She loves working with people, building relationships with her coworkers and patients, and helping people achieve their smile goals. Kelly studied at the State University of New York in Brockport and Onondaga Community College. She was certified in dental hygiene by the North East Regional Board of Dental Examiners, and also maintains certification in CPR and OSHA safety standards.

Originally from Syracuse, Kelly is happily married with two wonderful children, and two dogs. She loves spending time with family and friends, and especially travelling to warm, sunny locations. Her family’s favorite destination is Aruba, but they also enjoy Disney vacations, family weekend trips, and family golf outings. Kelly loves staying fit and was once a level 10 USAG gymnast.

Patti K, Registered Dental Hygienist

Patti has been a hygienist for more than 30 years and remains as passionate about helping her patients as she always has been. She previously studied at SUNY Canton and SUNY Onondaga Community College. Patti and her husband have four children together, and when she’s not at the office she enjoys skiing, reading for her book club, sewing, and rollerblading. She also enjoys cooking and creating new recipes.

Emily S, Lead Dental Assistant

Since joining our team in 2018, Emily has played a crucial role in helping our patients achieve optimal oral health. She studied at the Dental Assisting School of Syracuse and has undergone advanced training in infection control with the Dental Assisting National Board. Today, her favorite part of her job is helping patients feel genuinely confident about their smile! Outside the office, she enjoys spending time with her loved ones, especially her gorgeous little girl.

Christine D, Receptionist

Since 2001, Christine has offered patients a friendly smile, and made everyone we treat feel welcome and comfortable at our office. Christine loves getting to know patients, and meeting new people every day. She studied at Onondaga Community College, and grew up nearby, in Solvay, NY.

Christine’s family is very close knit, and she loves spending time with them especially her god-daughter. When she has the opportunity, Christine enjoys cooking, reading, and watching Investigation Discovery. If you’ve been searching for her on Facebook, you might be looking for awhile. She’s one of the few US adults without a Facebook account.