
Courtney, Registered Dental Hygienist
Leisure Activities: I love walking, exercise, boating on the lake, and any time at the beach ⛱️.
Fun fact: My son was born on my birthday. 🎂 He was the best gift ever!
How do you interact with patients?: I have a genuine interest in helping our patients achieve and maintain the best oral health possible while building trusting relationships. By performing thorough assessments I can deliver oral hygiene instructions specific for each individual.
Favorite part about my job: I love witnessing the amazing results that are achieved when our surgical and nonsurgical procedures are paired with optimal oral hygiene practices by our patients at home.
Why do you love working with your doctor?: Dr. Gaither is extremely thorough and patient. He does not rush through his exams or treatment as above quality patient care is a staple at our practice. He is personable with our patients and is actually pretty funny 🙂 Haha!

Miya, Registered Dental Assistant
Leisure Activities: I enjoy spending time relaxing in the sun, reading, and trying new recipes.
Fun Fact: I enjoy spending time on my farm. Driving tractors and moving cattle has become a skill I’m proud of.
How do I interact with patients?: I assist with new patients exams and surgical procedures, providing pre and post operative care. I find great fulfillment in supporting patients and building lasting relationships based on trust and compassion.
Favorite part of my job: Supporting patients with their journey to healthy, happy smiles.
Why do you love working with your doctor?: Dr. Gaither is highly educated and skilled in Periodontics, with a talent for communicating complex concepts to patients in an easy-to-understand way. He also has a great taste in music and always has good songs playing throughout the office.

Jasmine, Registered Dental Assistant
Leisure Activities: In my free time, I enjoy walks in nature, weight lifting, playing soccer, and painting.
Fun Fact: I am currently applying to dental schools!
How do you interact with patients? I assist with new patient exams and surgeries. I love meeting and interacting with all of our patients!
Favorite part about my job? Seeing the patients excited about their results!
Why do you love working with your Doctor? Dr. Gaither is an awesome teacher! He is always teaching me new things about the dental field and things that can help me in dental school.

Fara, Scheduling Coordinator, RDA
Leisure Activities: I enjoy spending time with my family, shopping, traveling, and crafting!
Fun Fact: I have a son and two golden doodles!
Favorite part about my job? I love meeting new people and being able to see their amazing results after treatment!
Why do you love working with your Doctor? Dr. Gaither is passion about Perio and he makes everyone feel comfortable. He listens to his patients and delivers exceptional treatment.

Casey, Treatment Coordinator & Insurance Specialist
Leisure Activities: I have a daughter who keeps me busy with fun outdoor activities. I also love seasonally decorating my home for every occasion and holiday.
Fun Fact: I have been singing since I was five years old. I have done many competitions with Generation for Creation, I was placed top 15 in The Next Rising Star of Tennessee, and I was a part of the Advanced Women’s Choir in high school.
How do you interact with patients? I interact with patients by greeting them with a warm welcome as they come into the lobby. I enjoy seeing their positive expressions as I get to know each and every one of them before they walk back to their appointment.
Favorite part about my job? The people! My coworkers, Susan, and Dr. Gaither are the best people I have ever met. The patients that come in are so amazing. I am so grateful for this positive work culture I am in.
Why do you love working with your Doctor? Dr. Gaither is such a kind person and just being around him is comforting. He has such a great personality that we and all of our patients love!

Susan, Office Administrator
Leisure Activities: Travel, tennis, and spending time with her husband and 2 daughters.
Fun Fact: I have sailed across the Gulf of Mexico.
How do you interact with patients? I mostly work behind the scene's but I love talk to people.
Favorite part of the job? Working with such an awesome doctor and support staff.
Why do you love working with your doctor? Seeing his love of Periodontal and overall health of his patients. He has impeccable attention to detail as well.