Our Charlotte, NC Dental Team
Exceptional patient care is the cornerstone of our dental practice. We pride ourselves on providing a positive atmosphere and the continuing education that our staff needs to remain competent and confident. You’ll immediately experience this unique dedication when you interact with our friendly, well-trained and experienced dental professionals.
Suzi – Office Manager
I feel very fortunate to be part of the team at Mallard Creek Family Dentistry. I enjoy interacting with patients and strive to make everyone’s visit nothing less than the best. I started my dental career as a dental assistant and have been working in dentistry for many years. My favorite part about working at Mallard Creek is seeing patients restore their smiles for a lifetime.
I am married to Rob and we have two grown children. Outside of the office, I enjoy exercising, taking long walks on the beach, playing with my grand dog Benji, and watching football. Go Dolphins!
Suzette – Dental Assistant
Hi, my name is Suzette. I became a Dental Assistant in 1982. Since joining Mallard Creek Family Dentistry in 1998, I have been happy to use my previous experiences. It has been extremely helpful to have a background in oral surgery, implant restorations and an education in the arts when it comes to more complex cosmetic and functional cases. MCFD is not a job, it is a family! It is great to be involved with up-to-date restorative and cosmetic procedures.
In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my son Josh and family, cooking, and recently began furniture restorations. If I could ever make it to a gym and get myself conditioned, I would love to join my co-worker’s Dragon Boating Team!
Patti – Insurance Coordinator
Hello, my name is Patti. I have been with Mallard Creek Family Dentistry for 18 years. To be part of such a talented and dedicated group of people is simply amazing. As Insurance Coordinator I help patients understand, utilize and maximize their insurance benefits. In an ever-changing, fast paced insurance climate, my goal is to provide excellence. I love that the relationships with our patients are truly sincere!
Family is so important to me. With adult children who have families of their own now, my heart is so full. We spend lots of time together. My absolute favs in the world: peanut butter and margaritas – but not together!
Dawn – Dental Assistant
Hi, my name is Dawn. I attended Central Piedmont in Charlotte and graduated in 2004 with National Board Certification. I joined the team at Mallard Creek Family Dentistry in 2009 as a Dental Assistant and have been an Assistant for 20 years. I think MCFD is a fun place to work. The Doctors and Staff truly care about their patients.
I enjoy spending time with my husband, our 17 year old and 13 year old daughters. My girls are active participants in dance classes, clogging, and gymnastics. I also love traveling with my family.
Wende – Hygiene Coordinator
My name is Wende, and I have been part of the team since 2014. I graduated from the dental assisting program at CPCC in 1998 and assisted in general dentistry for 2 years before making the change to orthodontics. I spent 14 years in orthodontics assisting with smile transformations and then eventually transitioned to the administrative side. I have found my place at the front desk. I’m the first person you will meet when you arrive, and my goal is to make you feel welcomed and comfortable. I know there can be some apprehension when it comes to a dental visit, but I have full confidence in our amazing team.
I grew up in this area and enjoy seeing former classmates, orthodontic patients, neighbors and friends come in. When I’m not at work, I enjoy weekend getaways to the beach or mountains. I’m always planning my next adventure to see the Avett Brothers or spending time with my 3 dogs.
Miriam -Registered Dental Hygienist
Hi, my name is Miriam. I have been invested in being one of the hygienist at Mallard Creek since 2016! I have been a hygienist for many years and the profession has served me well over the years. Everyone at MCFD works well together and we give our patients our best professional care.
I am newly married the past 2 years and my husband and I are extremely happy and blessed to spend the second half of our lives together! We have done some traveling that we really enjoyed and hope to do more!!
Amy -Registered Dental Hygienist
Hi, my name is Amy. I joined Mallard Creek Family Dentistry in early 2018. I graduated Catawba Valley Community College (Hickory, NC) in 2008. I spent my early career filling-in at various offices in the greater Charlotte area. I have found my home at MCFD! I am honored to be a part of such an amazing team with the best patients!
In my free time I take advantage of every moment with my wonderful family. I have a husband of 17 years and 2 elementary aged children. We recently bought our first home in Mooresville, NC. I live in a house full of boys (even our 2 ragdoll cats), but wouldn’t have it any other way. They are my world and reason for everything. I enjoy traveling and seeing new places. To me, experiences are far more valuable than things.
Gina – Registered Dental Hygienist
Hi, my name is Gina and I began here in May 2018. I graduated from SUNY Farmingdale in 1994 I have really enjoyed becoming part of this family. Every member of this practice is supportive and caring. I truly love working with patients and providing them with exceptional of care.
When I’m at home, I’m enjoying time with my dog and friends, as I am a true “empty nester”. I have also taking up the sport of dragon boating on Mountain Island Lake twice a week!
Suann – Registered Dental Hygienist
Hi, my name is Suann. I became a part of Mallard Creek Family Dentistry in early 2019. I graduated from Hudson Valley Community College in Troy, NY in 1996. I love being a dental hygienist because I get to educate patients about their oral health and help them keep their teeth for their lifetime! I am really enjoying taking care of all the great patients here at MCFD. I am thankful to be part of this wonderful dental team.
When I am not at the office, I love spending time with my husband of 23 years, our 16-year-old son and our 3 kitty cats we adopted from Charlotte Humane Society. I also enjoy restoring old furniture I find at Flea Markets or the Re-Store and giving it a whole new look.
Misty – Dental Assistant
Hello, my name is Misty. I have been with the Mallard Creek team over 4 years after completing the Dental Assisting program at Central Piedmont Community College. I love working with such a great group of women.
I love spending all of my free time with my husband and two kids. We enjoy traveling and visiting new places to make memories. We also have a dog, a bunny, chickens, and ducks to keep us busy.