The Smile Makers at Brockport Smiles are a team of experienced and talented dental professionals that partner with you to create a comfortable, stress-free, and positive dental experience. Our Brockport dental team is always pleased to welcome new patients, and we look forward developing a long-term relationship with you and your family.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Kellie has been at the practice since 2010. She has nearly 20 years of experience and is certified to administer nitrous oxide and local anesthesia.
Kellie loves being a part of our team, especially the opportunity to help our patients get cleaner, healthier mouths. She not only cleans your teeth, she looks for signs of oral diseases such as gingivitis and provides other preventive dental care. She also educates patients on ways to improve and maintain good oral health.
When she's not at work, you can find Kellie camping in woods or skiing the slopes with her family. Her 5 year old daughter is her pride and joy!
Registered Dental Hygienist
Tiffany joined our team in September 2017. She spent several years working for Disney where she learned the art of making other people smile. She comes from a pediatric office and is great with families and children.
She enjoys watersports, boating and hanging out with her adorable puppy, Rambo. Tiffany recently got married!
Dental Hygienist
Taisha joined Brockport Smiles in the Spring of 2018. She chose to work in dentistry because she is a real people person and genuinely enjoys helping others and getting to know them. Every day, Taisha is motivated to go to work because she loves putting her oral hygiene skills and experience to good use, building relationships and educating our patients.
Outside of dentistry, Taisha loves spending time with her husband of seven years, and her two little daughters aged four and nine months keep her on her toes. Somehow, she also finds the time to volunteer to teach the Bible to Spanish-speaking community members. She also loves cooking for others and spending time outdoors.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Savanah has been Brockport Smiles since 2019! Savanah graduated from Monroe Community College with an Associate of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene. She also has her anesthesia license.
She recently bought a house right here in Brockport! Savanah considers her mom to be one of her best friends and loves trying new things in her spare time. If she could choose just one vacation destination, it would be Hawaii, often recommended by her patients.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Samantha joined Brockport Smiles in the fall of 2021. A Brockport High School alum, she eventually went on to get her Bachelors of Hygiene from Herzing University.
She chose dentistry because it allows her to help people and utilize her artistic abilities. She loves giving people an opportunity to live healthier lives and be confident in their smile.
A true animal lover, Samantha keeps busy with her dog and horse! She's also a die hard Syracuse basketball fan and loves to watch the Bills. If she could take a vacation anywhere in the world she would choose the sandy shores of Hawaii!
Registered Dental Hygienist
Meet our dedicated hygienist, a proud graduate of MCC's hygiene program with specialty certifications in nitrous oxide and local anesthesia. She's always had a passion for helping others feel comfortable in the dental chair, a calling inspired by the exceptional care she received growing up.
Outside work, she's an adventurous spirit who loves hiking, camping, and catching live music. When she's at home, you'll find her building Lego sets, re-watching Harry Potter, or cuddling up with her two senior cats, Orange and Black. She also dreams of visiting Vietnam, skydiving, and touring Europe. Originally from Rochester and raised in Webster, she is proud to call Brockport home.
Office Manager
Our office manager, Katie, recently celebrated her ten year anniversary at our office. She is a graduate of SUNY College at Brockport and enjoys helping patients have a positive dental care experience.
Katie's role is to ensure that all our patients receive the highest levels of customer service when it comes to appointment scheduling, financial arrangements, and other business related issues. She enjoys being able to form relationships with patients and looks forward to coming to work every day.
When she's not in the office, Katie enjoys gardening, finding new ways to remodel her home and having retail therapy sessions (a.k.a. shopping). She also has her hands full with two young children.
Office Administrator
Meet Colleen, our admin with a fascinating background in the medical field. Before joining dentistry, Colleen was instrumental in the colorectal surgery realm, where she expertly managed the surgical scheduling for nine surgeons across thirteen operating rooms. This unique experience has endowed her with exceptional organizational skills and a deep understanding of patient care, which she now brings to our dental office.
Colleen thrives on the camaraderie and support of her amazing coworkers, who make each day at the office enjoyable and motivating. With a passion for the great outdoors, she and her husband relish their camping trips, seeking tranquility and adventure away from the hustle and bustle.
Family is at the heart of Colleen's world; she is a proud mother to two nurses, adores her seven grandchildren, and supports her husband in his tool and die shop endeavor. She dreams of a Cabela's shopping spree to deck out her camping gear and for a trip to Scotland, a nod to her husband's heritage.
Treatment Coordinator
Our compassionate Treatment Coordinator, Sara, began her journey into dentistry from a personal place—overcoming her own dental challenges. She is committed to raising awareness about the opportunities in modern dentistry, ensuring no one feels helpless about their dental health.
Living in the heart of Brockport, her heart beats for her Brockport community, her supportive coworkers, and the fulfillment her role brings. Outside of work, Sara is a dedicated mother, enthusiastically supporting her daughter in swimming and her son in hockey, while also enjoying camping trips with her family. Her home, a haven of warmth and love, is shared with her husband Pete, their children Evan (13) and Abby (11), Dexter the Mini Schnauzer, and Oliver the cat.
Dreaming of Paris, Sara's aspirations extend beyond her impactful career, reflecting her desire for adventure and exploration.
Hygiene Coordinator
Gina has been a valued member of the Brockport Smiles team since 2014, she has more than 15 years of experience as an Office Manager and Front Desk Assistant.
She enjoys meeting and greeting our patients and welcoming them into our family-friendly practice. Gina enjoys being part of the Brockport Smiles team and that the practice values patients above all else.
Gina also loves to travel, garden, tackle DIY house projects, and spend time with her boys (both human and pups!).
Billing
Courtney has been with us for over 9 years, serving as a receptionist before heading our billing department. Before joining our team, Courtney earned her Associate's degree in Medical Administration and Humanities.
Her favorite part of the job is meeting and interacting with patients every day. She likes helping patients find ways to be able to receive the care they deserve.
Out of the office, Courtney enjoys reading and spending time with her two munchkins. She is also a professional deal finder and does all of our shopping for our annual adopt a child at Christmas event!
Dental Assistant
Felicia is a certified Dental Assistant by the Dental Assistant National Board. With nearly ten years on our team, she loves making long-term relationships with her patients and helping them feel at ease and comfortable.She also enjoys educating patients on the benefits of good oral health and how to care for their teeth.
Although she loves working with her amazing team here, when she is not working she enjoys spending time with her family, including her three girls.
Dental Assistant
Mary has been a part of the Maxwell Thaney, DDS team for almost eight years. With a New York State Dental Assisting License and certification from the Dental Assisting National Board, Mary enjoys helping patients achieve excellent oral health. What she loves most about her job is working alongside the doctors to provide best care possible for the patient.
In her spare time, she likes to take her children to sporting events, reading and shopping. She is also our resident handy man… she can fix anything!
Certified Dental Assistant
Theresa chose to work in dentistry as a way to help people feel good about themselves. She began to pursue dentistry as an adult through the BOCES program. Theresa loves coming to work every day because she knows that her efforts result in a beautiful smile. She enjoys seeing the results of her patient's hard work and their appreciation of a job well done. She has been with our team since 2019 and is Dr. Barber's left hand.
Her idea of a perfectly relaxing day is watching a movie or taking a bike ride with her husband Justin and kids Devin, Kelsey, and Ella.
Dental Assistant
Allie graduated with her degree in dental assisting in 2014. She recently celebrated her one year anniversary at Brockport Smiles. She grew up in Hilton and is excited to have a baby boy on the way!
While she loves dental assisting, she would love to spend time vacationing in Iceland or Italy. Her perfect Sunday includes coffee, bubble baths, cuddles with her cats, and spending time with family. If she could max out a credit card it would be at Lowes.
Dental Assistant
Vanessa is a Rochester native and is proud to call Brockport her home. She thrives in the clinical environment, and the impact helping patients transform their smiles through high-quality dental care can have on their lives. Her commitment to excellence and building meaningful relationships with patients is at the core of her daily motivation.
When she's not in the office, Vanessa spends time with her fiancée and their Goldendoodles, Howie and Houston. She loves exploring new dining experiences, and her artistic side shines through with her diverse talents, including playing the flute. Vanessa dreams of traveling the world, particularly to Italy, and owning a home.
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