Our Team

Susan is a veteran staff member at Dentistry for Children. She graduated from Cathedral High School, Quinsigamond Community College and attended Boston State College. Susan sings in her church choir and is active in school parent groups. Hobbies include a book club and walking.

"I like working here because I enjoy children, and I want them to enjoy coming to the dentist. The office is new and colorful and great for children."

Susan lives in Milton with her husband and three children.

Joanne is a veteran employee of Dentistry for Children. She is a graduate of Braintree High School and Cape Cod Community College. Her hobbies include skiing, snowmobiling, boating and reading.

"I like working here because I enjoy working with children. I like helping kids to have a positive dental experience."

Joanne lives in Weymouth with her husband, two children and dog.

Claire has been with Dentistry for Children since 1985. She is a graduate of the Forsyth School for Dental Hygienists at Northeastern University.

Claire is the ambassador for DFC, visiting local schools and day care centers to promote dental health. Claire lives in Hanover with her husband, Paul, their two sons, Evan and Tim, and Smokey, their dog. In her spare time she enjoys reading with her book group, painting, redecorating their home and running road races.

Asked why she chose to work in this setting, she replied, "It's Disney World for Dentistry."

Gemma is a graduate of Quincy Voc-Tech High School and the Cape Cod Community College Dental Hygienist program. Her hobbies include camping, bike riding and gardening, when she's not busy volunteering with Troop 19 Boy Scouts and as a Color Guard mom.

"I like working ay Dentistry for Children because it is a fun place to work. It can bring out the kid in all of us. I enjoy giving children a positive and fun dental experience."

Gemma lives in Weymouth with her husband, Kevin, three children, Joe, Michael and Kelsey and their cat, Blacky, rabbit, Shilo, and several fish.

Debbie has been with the Dentistry for Children team since April 2001. She is a graduate of the Forsyth Dental Hygienist Program at Northeastern University. Originally from Quincy, she enjoys traveling, reading, art and designing jewelry.

"Kids keep me laughing! I could write a book with all the funny things the kids have told me over the years."

Debbie lives in Hanover with her husband and two children.

Jane, a native of Norwell, currently resides in Milton. She is a graduate of Norwell High School, Northeastern University and the University of Massachusetts, Boston where she received a Master's in Business Administration. Jane also has a master's degree in education from Wheelock College.

"I love teeth and I love working with kids!"

Jane lives in Milton with her husband and two children, Devon and Mackenzie.

Patty joined Dentistry for Children in January, 2005. She is a graduate of the Cape Cod Community College Hygiene program.

Patty enjoys walking and gardening in her spare time. She has two adult children, Maura and Billy. Originally from Natick, Massachusetts, Patty currently resides in Plymouth with her beloved dog Bela.

Patty enjoys working at Dentistry for Children because of "the great patients and a great friendly staff!"

Marie has been involved in dentistry for her whole life. Her father is a dentist! A native of Braintree, Marie attended Northeastern University and the Forsyth School for Dental Hygiene.

"Children make me laugh!"

Marie lives in Whitman with her husband, 2 children and cat.

Brandi joined the Dentistry for Children team in June 2008. She is originally from Epping, New Hampshire and now lives in Halifax with her husband Jared and their two cats Roxy and Ollie. Brandi graduated from Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. She enjoys camping, rollerblading, jet skiing and exercising in her spare time. She loves working with kids.

Kris has worked at Dentistry for Children since February 1993. She is a graduate of Scituate High School and Quincy Voc-Tech. Her community activities include volunteering at her sons' schools. She likes to spend her free time walking and going to the beach. She also enjoys attending her sons’ basketball and soccer games.

"I like working here because I like the people I work with and enjoy children."

Kris lives in Duxbury with her two sons.

Robyn joined the practice with experience in Pediatric Dentistry in the spring of 2005. She is a graduate of Archbishop Williams H.S and Southeastern Tech. In her spare time, she enjoys painting and soccer.

"DFC is a great atmosphere to work in. I love working with children. You never know what they are going to say!"

Robyn shares a home in Brockton with her brother and bunny, Bugs. She is currently attempting to become the next “Betty Crocker.“ The Brockton fire department has been alerted.

Nancy has been a staff member at Dentistry for Children since June 1998. She is a graduate of Duxbury High School and Southeastern Technical Institute. Her hobbies include biking, rollerblading and sewing.

"I like working here because working with children is rewarding and a lot of fun."

Nancy, her husband, and four children live in Kingston.

Kathy joined Dentistry for Children in December 1990. She graduated from Weymouth High School. In her free time, she volunteers at her church. Hobbies include horseback riding, walking and reading.

"I like working here because its a very pleasant place. The hours are accommodating to me as a working mother."

Kathy lives in Weymouth with her husband, two children and dog.

Kris, our orthodontic clinical coordinator, has been with Dentistry for Children since November 1994. She is a graduate of West Bridgewater High School and the Southeastern Technical Institute. In her spare time, she likes reading, shopping, horseback riding, hiking and cross-stitching.

"I like working here because I like working with children."

Kris, her husband, daughter Mariah, and son, Alec, live in Weymouth.

Missy is a graduate of Weymouth High School and Massasoit Community College Dental Assisting Program.

Originally from Braintree, Missy now lives in Halifax with her husband and daughter. Her hobbies include shopping and skiing.

Missy "absolutely loves working with children."

She has recently adopted yet another kitten.

Cindy is a new addition to our team. She graduated from Massasoit Community College with a certificate in Dental Assisting June 2005.

Cindy is a native of Massachusetts, originally from East Taunton.

"She enjoys being part of a caring team that is committed to the oral health of children. "It's a fun place to spend the day."

In her free time, she loves to garden and spend time with her family, husband Charles and daughters Jamie and Bonnie.

Mary is a graduate of North Quincy High School and the dental assisting program at Quincy Vocational Technical School.

She keeps busy looking after her three children, two grand children and when not working, enjoys home projects, the ocean and golfing.

She currently resides in Marshfield. "It's so much fun working here!"

Stephanie is a student at Newberry College. She joined us in May 2005 in a part time capacity. She has also been a patient at Dentistry for Children since 1992. Stephanie enjoys music, skateboarding, and basketball in her spare time.

"The children always have something adorable to say!"

Stephanie lives in Weymouth with her family and their cat.

Terasa has been part of the Dentistry for Children team since September 2006. She is a lifelong resident of Taunton, where she now lives with her husband Robert and her sons Cody and Landon. Terasa graduated from Southeastern Regional Technical School in Dental Assisting. In her spare time she enjoys camping with her family. Terasa enjoys working at Dentistry for Children because she says “Kids are always full of surprises!”

Charlaine originally joined Dentistry for Children in July 1999. She is originally from  
Braintree and now calls Plymouth home. She is the busy mother of 4 children – Max,
Francesca, Mia and Samantha keep her and her husband Paul on their toes. She simply,
“loves children.”

April joined the Dentistry for Children team in February 2009. She is a graduate of the Massasoit Community College Dental Assisting Program. April is originally from Mansfield. She now resides in Taunton with her daughter Kori and their two cats Lilo and Eminem. In her spare time she enjoys going to movies and spending time with Kori.

Kristi grew up in Wells, Maine. She graduated from the Massasoit Community College Dental Assisting Program and joined our team in March 2009. She lives in Holbrook with her Chihuahua Koko. In her free time she enjoys walking with Koko, painting and exercising. Kristi says “I enjoy working at Dentistry for Children because I help create beautiful smiles.”

Celina is a graduate of the Massasoit Community College Dental Assisting Program. She joined Dentistry for Children in May of 2009. Celina, a native of Walpole, enjoys watching the local teams, the Bruins, Red Sox and the Patriots win. In her spare time she spends time at the gym and playing with her niece Jacqueline.

Diane - Practice Administrator

Diane is excited to be a part of Dentistry for Children. After decades of work in retail management, she understands that it is our patients that always come first! A native of Providence, Rhode Island, she now lives in Plymouth with her husband Joe. She enjoys photography and is kept busy taking pictures of her grandchildren.

"I like working at Dentistry for Children because I am working with some terrific people."

Elaine - Lead Business Associate

Elaine has worked for Dentistry for Children for more than two decades. She graduated from North Quincy High School. She is past president of Mothers of Twins, and serves on her church fellowship committee and the Husband and Wife Club. Hobbies include traveling, reading, cooking and shopping for the best buy. "I like working here because it's a fun place. There is always something new and exciting going on with the kids we see. I feel good about helping children and moms."

Elaine and her husband live in Middleborough. They have four grown sons, including twins, and three grandchildren.

Liz- Billing Department Coordinator

Liz has worked at Dentistry for Children for many years. She graduated from Quincy High School and Aquinas Junior College. In her spare time, she enjoys gardening, antique collecting and cooking.

"I like working here because it's challenging. I find new experiences every day. I work with fun people. Also, it's nice working in a professional atmosphere."

Liz, the mother of three married children, now has the joy of being a grandmother.

Lauri - Business Associate

Lauri joined Dentistry for Children in August 2005.

She is originally from Dorchester and currently lives in Marshfield with her three children, Juli, Joe and Jack. Lauri enjoys walking and weightlifting in her spare time.

Lauri enjoys working at Dentistry for Children because "Smiles and Laughs are contagious around here."

Jaime-Business Associate

Jaime joined Dentistry for Children in March 2009. A graduate of Weymouth High School, she now lives in Hingham. She enjoys gardening, kayaking, going to the beach and walking with her yellow lab, Mugsy. She enjoys working at Dentistry for Children because she says “I get to see the bright smiles of our future.”

Nanette - Business Associate

Nanette resides in Bridgewater with her husband, Mike, their sons, Andrew and Kevin, and their family pet, Spenser the cat. She is originally from Hanson and graduated from Bridgewater State College. Nanette joined Dentistry for Children as a part time business associate in February, 2005. She enjoys her spare time gardening and spending time with her sons at scouts, sports and other family activities.

"Everyone is friendly! Working here has helped to relieve my personal dental anxieties."

Renee - Treatment Coordinator

Renee is a 25-year veteran of Dentistry for Children. She is a graduate of Weymouth South High School. As a hobby, Renee is a serious collector of Annalee dolls.

"I like working here because working with children is a very fun and rewarding job. It's always an adventure -- never a dull moment."

Renee lives in Carver with her husband Jesse, her children, Lindsay and Ryan, and their dog, Lucky.

Doreen- Business Associate

Doreen came to Dentistry for Children via Las Vegas. Originally from the Weymouth area she moved back to Massachusetts to be closer to her family. She joined our administrative staff in October 2007.

She currently resides in Randolph with her fiancé William and their cat Fred. When not working, Doreen enjoys reading, watching movies and spending time with her family.

Doreen likes working for Dentistry for Children because, ‘I have a fondness for children and like meeting new people.”

Karen-Business Associate

Karen is a native of Weymouth who now lives in Bridgewater. She joined Dentistry
for Children in April, 2009. Karen and her husband Joe stay busy with their three
children, Martin, Angela & Daniel. In her free time she enjoys yoga, embroidering and painting.  She says she enjoys working at Dentistry for Children because “I get to work with great people and meet patients from the community where I grew up.”

Heather-Business Associate

Heather joined Dentistry for Children in May 2009. She lives in Bridgewater and attended Bridgewater Raynham Regional High School. Heather received her Associate Degree in Criminal Justice from Massasoit Community College. In her spare time, Heather enjoys spending time in New Hampshire where she hikes, swims and snowboards. Heather enjoys working at Dentistry for Children because she says “who can help but smile when working with children?”

Jennifer- Business Associate

Jennifer joined Dentistry for Children in November 2007. She lives in E. Weymouth with Arianna, her daughter. Originally from Weymouth she attended Weymouth High School.

In her spare time Jennifer enjoys time with Arianna bicycle riding, being creative with arts and crafts and just spending time together.

Jennifer enjoys working at Dentistry for Children because, “it is such a great environment to work in. I love children and everyone here is so friendly.”

Caity- Receptionist

Caity, joined the DFC team in September 2006. She is a graduate of Weymouth High School and now attends the N.E Institute of Art, in Brookline. Caity enjoys snowboarding, surfing and shopping with friends in her spare time. She lives in Weymouth with her family.

Caity enjoys working at Dentistry for Children because “there are great people to work with and the kids are fun.”