Meet the Dental Team – Greensboro, GA

Lea Justice,
Office Manager

Lea assists the dentists with dental office operations, develops systems, and focuses on patient retention. She's also our human resources manager. Lea grew up in Athens, and she now calls Eatonton home. Her education includes a paralegal degree from Georgia College. She finds the patients to be wonderful and the team to be amazing, and she appreciates that each day in the dental office is different and exciting. For 15 years, Lea worked in the hospitality industry, and she has a strong background in customer service – she loves people! Her hobbies include reading, being outdoors, spending time with her husband and daughter, and spending lots of time on the lake. Her husband Chris owns Justice Marine, so boating is an important part of family time.

Tiffany Porter,
Front Office team member

A Greensboro native, Tiffany loves being a part of the excellent team here at Lake Oconee Dentistry. Before this position, she worked at The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Oconee for 18 years! Outside of work, she and her wonderful husband have three beautiful adult children, as well as four grandchildren who keep them very busy. As for hobbies, she spends her free time binge-watching TV shows and listening to music.

Taryn Stanley,
front office team member

 Taryn joined Lake Oconee Dentistry in August of 2015. Taryn’s friendly, welcoming attitude made her the perfect choice to serve patients. She is happy to assist patients with questions, concerns, scheduling, and payment planning. Originally from Gwinnett County, Taryn studied photography at the Art Institute of Atlanta and still loves nature photography. She lives with her husband and parents on a farm in Madison and spends a good deal of her time outside the dental office working on the farm and caring for her dog Baloo and three cats. Taryn loves trying new things and is currently working on mastering guitar and archery, but her favorite pastime is relaxing with family and friends.

Ashley Myers,
front office team member

Joining our team in 2020, Ashley is one of the newest members of our dental office. In the time she has been here, she has genuinely enjoyed working alongside her amazing colleagues to help each patient have a phenomenal experience. In fact, that is her favorite part of her job! Outside the dental office, she enjoys drawing, painting, and watching classic movies. One thing you may not know about her is that she used to work with a children’s book illustrator and has helped with various art projects in the community.

 

Alex Voecks,
Front Office Team Member

Alex’s hometown is Lawrence, KS! She completed her studies at the University of Kansas before moving here to Georgia. She loves getting to help people feel more confident in their smiles and their overall health each day. Outside the dental office, Alex loves spending time with her husband, Ryan, being on or near the water, and watching sporting events. For her, the best way to end the day is by curling up with a good book!

Cherrie Brulport,
Front Office Team Member

Since joining our team, Cherrie has thoroughly enjoyed caring for each patient and working alongside an amazing team that works so well together. Although she is originally from West Palm Beach, FL, she attended college at East Carolina University. Before joining the dental field, she worked for Macy’s for 42 years in both retail management and IT. In her free time, some of her favorite things to do are spend time with her loved ones (including her two pups), traveling, going to arts and crafts festivals, and being by the water. Here’s something you may not know about her: she’s been to Australia twice!

MALIA MOORE, FRONT OFFICE

Malia has officially been at our dental office for a year, and she has thoroughly loved working with an amazing team and helping patients achieve their dream smiles along the way. She also has over five years of front-office experience and is currently attending Central Georgia Tech to further her education and training. When she isn’t at our office or school, she loves walking her dog, hiking, reading, and watching movies. She also enjoys spending time with family and friends, volunteering at local animal shelters, and watching Alabama football games. Here’s a fun fact about her: she went skydiving for her 18th birthday!

Hannah Mason, Front Office

Originating from Social Circle, GA, Hannah has been enjoying the positive work environment and being able to work alongside a great and reliable dental team. Not only does she like to learn from her coworkers and the dentists, but she also enjoys meeting our patients and being part of improving their oral health. She studied at Purdue University Global and looks forward to learning more about the dental field. At home, she is engaged to her fiancé and loves spending time with friends and family. She also likes going on walks, working out, or hanging out with her dog, Maggie. One interesting fact about her: she has a bachelor's degree in Psychology of Applied Behavior Analysis.

LaToya Rolling, Front Office

A Greensboro native, LaToya worked at The Ritz Carlton for nine years, starting at the front desk before progressing to the Meeting and Special Events division. She says she learned so much about true customer service during her time there, and she tries to provide that same level of 5-star quality here at our practice. On the weekends, you’ll usually find her visiting a museum, gardening, or spending time with her family and Great Dane, Zeke.

Tabby Binion,
REGISTERED Dental Hygienist, CLINICAL DIRECTOR

Tabby came to our dental office in 2013, having earned her Associates in Dental Hygiene from Pensacola State College in Florida. She loves that the Lake Oconee Dentistry team focuses first on patient comfort and care. The dentist’s office is a scary place for many people, so being able to help them feel relaxed is always wonderful. She goes above and beyond to help patients stay healthy and happy by providing thorough cleanings and educating them on good oral hygiene practices. At home, her family (which includes her husband Jeb and her sons Tripp and Carris) is all about dinosaurs these days – most of her free time is spent crawling around on the floor. Other hobbies include walking, spending time on the lake, and soaking up peace and quiet on her mama’s porch.

Angela Gary,
Registered Dental Hygienist

Angela was born and raised in Hawkinsville, Georgia. She graduated from Florida Community College of Jacksonville in 1996 with her Associate’s Degree and has been a practicing hygienist ever since. She also obtains continuing education hours regularly, especially in the areas of periodontal disease, sleep apnea, and Invisalign clear braces. Angela joined our team in March of 2002. She educates her patients about long-term optimal oral hygiene and shares with them the newest research about the correlation of oral and full body long-term health. Angela knows that she’s a perfect fit for her job due to her passion for overall dental hygiene and meeting new people. She strives to work with her patients so that they receive her great care while improving the health of their mouth. She says that she’s blessed to have the greatest, most dedicated patients!

Angela enjoys cooking, decorating, shopping, boating, and spending time with her friends and family whenever she can. 

A’dre Harper,
REGISTERED Dental Hygienist

As one of our valued dental hygienists, A’dre genuinely enjoys working with our patients to help them meet their oral health needs. She emphasizes dental hygiene education, providing everyone who sits in her chair with the information they need to achieve and maintain a healthy, beautiful smile. A’dre loves the way that our entire team works together to provide our patients the best comprehensive treatment possible. Outside of work, she enjoys shopping, learning how to cook, and being outdoors. She and her husband Shannon have two precious children named Aubree and Shannon, Jr.

Tricia Graham,
Registered Dental Hygienist

Tricia was born and raised in Milledgeville, GA and joined our team in 2015 with three years of experience in the dental field. She earned her Associate’s Degree of Applied Science in dental hygiene at Central Georgia Technical College in Macon, GA. One of her favorite things about working here is the way that we all come together as a team to give our patients the best care and treatment options available. Tricia especially enjoys her hands-on time with her patients and absolutely loves what she does for a living. Away from the dental office, Tricia loves reading books, keeping up with all of her favorite sports (she’s a diehard Florida State Seminoles fan), going to the mountains and the beach, working out, and spending time with her family and friends.

Leeanna Goss,
Registered Dental Hygienist

Leeanna has her Associates in Dental Hygiene, and her career in dentistry spans over seven years and counting. She joined the Lake Oconee Dentistry team in 2017 and truly loves the people she works with. Her detail-oriented nature and love of helping make patients comfortable will shine through from your first appointment. Outside of the dental office, Leeanna and her husband Preston have a smart and funny daughter named Bailee. She enjoys spending quality time with them when she isn’t busy at work and teaching her little girl all about life. She also likes doing arts and crafts (Chip and Joanna are her inspiration).

Alyssa Garnto,
registered Dental Hygienist

Alyssa attended Central Georgia Technical College before joining the dental field nearly 5 years ago. When asked the best thing about her job, she said that it is getting to know each of her patients and learning about all the different places they have been. She also loves that the dental office environment is very positive and encouraging! When she isn’t at our dental office, she likes spending time with her family, especially her niece, and her puppy, Finn. You can also find her traveling, hiking, and just about anything involving water and sunshine.

Kimberly Leverett,
registered Dental Hygienist

Since joining our team, Kimberly has loved the positive atmosphere while getting to know each patient. She studied at Central Georgia Technical College and currently is certified in CPR. Another Georgia native, she and her husband have two amazing children, Ryker and Taylin. Her favorite things to do outside the office are being on the lake, spending time with her family, and watching her son play baseball.

EMILY WEATHERFORD, REGISTERED DENTAL HYGIENIST

Since joining our team in 2022, Emily has enjoyed helping patients achieve their healthiest smiles. She attended Georgia Southern University and Augusta University for her studies, which is where she earned her bachelor’s degree in public health and dental hygiene. Plus, she is certified in CPR! Outside the office, she likes playing with her Golden Retriever, going to the lake with her husband, spending time with family, and cheering on the GA bulldogs every Saturday. Here’s a fun fact about her: she’s traveled to over 10 countries in her life!

KRISTY LANDERS, REGISTERED DENTAL HYGIENIST

For Kristy, having an incredible team atmosphere and working alongside a positive and family-like dental group is one of the best things about her job. Originating from Snellville, GA, she has been working in the field of dentistry for over two decades and loves to learn as much as possible to expand her expertise. She studied at Gwinnett Technical College for Dental Laboratory Technology before going to West Georgia Technical College for her Associate's Degree in Dental Hygiene. She later attended Clayton State University for her bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene. She spent twelve years as a dental laboratory technician specializing in orthodontics before becoming a dental hygienist. At home, Kristy loves to cook, be outdoors surrounded by nature, and spend time with family and loved ones.

CASSIE BUNN, REGISTERED DENTAL HYGIENIST

Originally from Monticello, GA, Cassie has been in the world of dental care for a couple of years and counting. She is extremely passionate about her work and loves educating her patients while making a difference in their lives through preventive oral health treatments. She studied at Central Georgia Technical College to earn her Associate's Degree in Applied Science in Dental Hygiene and is always ready to learn more every day. Whenever she isn’t at the office, Cassie is likely spending time with her family, boyfriend, and her two dogs. Aside from treating smiles, she enjoys being out on the boat or by the pool, watching Alabama football and Atlanta Braves baseball, riding RZRs, and traveling to new places when she gets the chance.

Makayla Mathis,
Dental Assistant

As one of our assistants, Makayla loves being able to help patients feel comfortable and at ease in the treatment chair! She always goes the extra mile to send them off feeling better than when they arrived. She is the oldest daughter, granddaughter, niece, and cousin of her family. In her free time, she enjoys watching TV shows, laughing and chatting with loved ones (she can talk for hours if you let her), and generally having a great time.

Jessica Stanley,
Expanded functions Dental Assistant

Originally from Mansfield, GA, Jessica joined our dental office in October of 2012 as a certified dental assistant. She loves the daily opportunity to assist the doctors and interact with our amazing patients. In fact, one of Jessica’s favorite things about her job is the ability to help our patients overcome their fears so that they can receive the care they need. For Jessica, patient satisfaction is always #1! She and her husband Billy have two girls named Natalie and Paylin, and they love to stay active as a family. Their hobbies include getting outdoors, kayaking at local lakes, and participating in local 5ks.

Michelle Alexander,
expanded functions Dental Assistant

Michelle grew up in Cartersville and has been a dental assistant since 2010. She enjoys assisting the doctors, taking impressions, and making temporary restorations whenever needed, and her favorite part of her job is how well everyone works as a team to ensure that patients are all properly cared for. Her caring, calming personality and strong work ethic make her a great fit! Michelle earned her diploma in dental assisting from Georgia Northwestern Technical College. In her free time, she enjoys fishing on Lake Oconee with her husband and going to the North Georgia Mountains and the gulf for vacations.

tabitha unruh, Dental Assistant

After six years in the dental field, Tabitha joined our team in 2021. Immediately, she loved the environment, the team, and the ability to truly help people achieve their dream smile. She attended Augusta Technical College and Penn Foster for her studies. Away from the office, she loves spending time with her family. She also has several hobbies, including making shirts and tumblers, cooking, and practicing photography!

BRI SMITH,
DENTAL ASSISTANT

Bri was born and raised right here in Georgia. For her studies, she attended Georgia Military College. Although she was a Paralegal for several years, she switched to the field of dentistry in 2021. Since joining our team, she has thoroughly enjoyed making patients feel at ease during what is sometimes a scary situation for them. Away from the office, you’ll most likely find her spending time with her son, Camden. She also enjoys riding RZRs, watching Alabama football, and going to the lake.

Tarin Lawrence,
Dental Assistant

A native of Greensboro, Tarin thoroughly enjoys working with her incredible team and helping patients maintain their best smiles. She attended Augusta Dental Assistant School and earned her certifications in dental assisting and X-ray. Whenever she isn’t at the office, she enjoys hanging out with her family and close friends, shopping, and trying out new restaurants. An interesting fact about her: before working at Lake Oconee Dentistry, she used to work at Chick-fil-A!

Averie Earnest , Dental Assistant

Born and raised in Covington, Averie studied at Future Dental Assistants of Atlanta before aiming for her certification as an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant. The best thing about her job is being able to take care of her patients and helping them achieve healthier and brighter smiles. She also enjoys being part of a supportive work family that cares about each other inside and outside of the office. Outside of the practice, Averie spends much of her time with her friends and loved ones, either going to concerts, being out on the lake, or even walking their dogs.

Michelle Ciavola,
Marketing Director

Michelle originally hails all the way from Rochester Hills, Michigan, but she has lived in Georgia since 2001. She graduated with her Bachelor’s of Science in Journalism from Oakland University in Rochester, Michigan and has over 14 years of experience in journalism, public relations, and marketing. She’s responsible for Lake Oconee Dentistry’s business development, which includes their planning, development, implementation, and tracking of all marketing strategies. Michelle also assists in the creation of artwork and design for the marketing efforts. She loves that the whole staff of Lake Oconee Dentistry works together as a cohesive team toward their common goal of achieving 100% patient satisfaction. Michelle is happily married to her husband Todd, and together, they have three wonderful children. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, crafting, waterskiing, and spending as much time on the lake as possible with her family and friends.