MEET OUR TEAM
KRISTI ADAMS – HYGIENIST
Kristi is originally from Indiana but has called North Carolina home for more than 30 years. Kristi attended Guilford Technical Community College in Greensboro, where she received her degree in Dental Hygiene. Outside of work, Kristi enjoys spending time with her family and traveling. She tries to check off a bucket list destination each year!
YESSENIA ARAYA-SALAS – LEAD DENTAL ASSISTANT & TREATMENT COORDINATOR
Yessenia is originally from Costa Rica but has lived in North Carolina for over 20 years. She brings 15+ years of experience serving patients as a dental assistant to our office. Outside of the office, she enjoys going hiking and loves spending time with her son and beautiful nieces.
GINA ALDRIDGE - OFFICE MANAGER
Gina grew up in Florida but has lived in North Carolina for over 20 years. She brings 10+ years of dental office experience to serving our patients at the front desk. She loves building relationships with patients and seeing them smile. Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time with her husband and four children. She is also an animal lover with two bunnies and two cats that bring her joy!
DIANE HOUSTON - DENTAL ASSISTANT & FRONT DESK
Diane grew up on Long Island, NY, but has called North Carolina home for 17 years. She has over 10 years of experience as a dental assistant. Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time with her kids niece and nephew, and also trains horses.
KRISTA SHARP - HYGIENIST
Krista's dental hygiene career began in Northern California nearly 20 years ago when she received her associate's degree in dental hygiene. She obtained her bachelor's degree in dental hygiene from the University of New Mexico. After moving to North Carolina in 2022, Krista taught dental hygiene at Catawba Valley Community College. However, her heart has always been in caring for her patients with compassion and enthusiasm. During her free time, she enjoys waterskiing and making memories with her husband and two children.
TONYA ELLER - DENTAL ASSISTANT
​Tonya grew up in North Carolina and loves caring for patients and helping them achieve the smile they want. Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time with family, traveling and volunteering. She also loves animals and enjoys playing frisbee with her dog.
DANYA TERBLANCHE - DENTAL ASSISTANT & FRONT DESK
Dayna was born and raised in Statesville, North Carolina. Dayna has been a part of the practice for 20+ years and loves the relationships with our patients. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her three children and watching them in their activities.
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