Dr. Antonio S. Braithwaite (Dr. Antonio) grew up in New York City before coming to the Tar Heel State and receiving his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill while majoring in Public Health Nutrition. Following college Dr. Antonio attended dental school at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and graduated with Honors. After completing Dental school, Dr. Antonio earned his Master of Public Health degree from the UNC School of Public Health while completing a three-year residency in pediatric dentistry at the University of North Carolina Childrens Hospital and the UNC School of Dentistry. Dr. Antonio is a member of the North Carolina Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the North Carolina Dental Society, and the American Dental Association. Outside the practice of pediatric dentistry, Dr. Antonio stays active and enjoys traveling, swimming, watching Tarheel sports, and spending time with his wife Mary, their three children, family and friends.
Dr. Anthony was born and raised in New York City. After high school, Dr. Anthony earned his Bachelor of Science (BS) in Nutritional Sciences at Howard University. Following college, he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Dentistry. For the first five years after dental school, Dr. Anthony treated patients of all ages as a general dentist in Newton Grove, NC and Wake Forest, NC. During his time as a general dentist, Dr. Anthony realized that treating children is fun and energizing, so he decided to pursue specialty training in pediatric dentistry. Dr. Anthony completed his pediatric dentistry residency at East Carolina University and he will be joining our awesome team beginning in July 2021. Dr. Anthony loves playing video games, superhero movies, grilling, fitness, nutrition and best of all........spending time with his wife Taneisha
Dr. Brandon Knockum (Dr. Brandon) was born and raised in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Brandon earned his Bachelors degree with Honors from Morehouse College. Following college he moved to North Carolina to attend Dental School at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. While in dental school Dr. Brandon participated in various organizations that provided dental care to underserved populations in NC and around the world. After graduating from dental school Dr. Brandon completed his training in Pediatric Dentistry at the Childrens Hospital of Wisconsin. In his free time Dr. Brandon enjoys traveling, reading, watching football, working out, and spending time with family and friends.
Dr. Nicole H. Nelson (Dr. Nicole) is a native of Cleveland Ohio. Dr. Nicole earned her Bachelors degree from Miami University in Oxford Ohio. After college she attended Dental School and completed her Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency training program at Case Western Reserve University. Dr. Nicole has a commitment to public health and she also has earned a Master of Public Health degree from Cleveland State University. Prior to joining us at SPD, for more than ten years she served as dental director at a federally qualified health center and as a clinical instructor at CWRU. Dr. Nelson is a general dentist who enjoys restoring smiles. She will be exclusively treating our fast growing teenage population who need adult dental care services.
Brittany was born and raised in Sanford NC. She graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill in 2012 with a Bachelors of Science degree in Dental Hygiene. While attending UNC's dental hygiene program, she was awarded the Priscilla Levine scholarship. Brittany enjoys going to church, spending time with her family, and baking.
Teresa was born and raised in Sanford, NC. She graduated with honors from Central Carolina Community College with an Associates in Applied Science Degree in Dental Hygiene in 2010. Aside from work, she enjoys running, taking trips to the beach, and spending time with her husband and two sons.
Liz was born and raised in Sanford, NC. She is a 2017 graduate from Central Carolina Community College where she received an Associates in Applied Science in Dental Hygiene. When not at work, she enjoys spending time with her daughter and family.
Stephanie was born in Germany and moved to North Carolina at a young age. Stephanie graduated with honors from Fayetteville technical community college with an Associate's degree in Applied Science in Dental Hygiene in 2017. When not at work she enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with her family.
Ashley was born and raised in Sanford, NC. Ashley graduated from Fayetteville Technical Community College with an Associates in Applied Science in Dental Hygiene in 2017. In her free time Ashley enjoys going to Myrtle Beach with her family, attending gymnastics meets, and tumbling classes, basketball and baseball games, theater programs, and art competitions for her children, nieces and nephew and litle brother. Ashley married in 2012 to her highschool crush, Kenny and is a proud mother of 4 children.
Denise graduated from the Central Carolina Community Colleges Dental Hygiene program with honors in 2019. She currently lives with her family in Siler city NC. Outside of work She enjoys trying new restaurants, kayaking, and camping in the mountains.
Sharena was born in Fayetteville N.C and currently resides there today. She has been married for eight years and has four beautiful children. She is a passionate and dedicated Dental Assistant II who loves caring for children. Sharena received her Dental Assistant degree from Fayetteville Technical Community College in 2009. Her future goals are to further her education and become a Hygienist or a Dentist.
Savannah was born and raised in Moore County, North Carolina. She received her training in Dental Assisting at the UNC Chapel Hill-School of Dentistry. While attending the program she was granted a Dental Assisting Scholarship through the Dental Foundation of NC. In her spare time she enjoys going to church and spending time with friends and family.
Denise Martinez was born and raised in Panama City, Panama. She moved to North Carolina at the age of 17. She began her career as a dental assistant at the age of 19 at Sandhills Emergency Dental Clinic in Pinehurst where she worked for 8 years. Denise loves spending time with her daughter Giselle and her family.
Christina Murray was born in Fayetteville, North Carolina and currently lives in Harnett County with her husband Scott and her two children. She received her certification as a Dental Assistant II and graduated with honors from Central Carolina Community College. In her spare time Christina enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and going to the beach.
Maria joined the Sanford Pediatric Dentistry team in April 2017. She was raised in NC and currently lives in Siler City. Maria began her career as a dental assitant in 2009 and loves her profession. In her spare time she enjoys spending quality time with her two daughters, and also loves to go shopping!
Halie was born and raised in Troy, NC. She recently moved to Asheboro, NC where she lives with her two puppies Ollie and Sophie. Halie graduated from the Montgomery Community College Dental Assisting Program in 2012 and has worked in Pediatric Dentistry for almost her entire career. Outside of work she enjoy going to the beach or mountains and spending time with her family.
Lesly was born in San Luis Potosi, Mexico and was raised in Siler City, NC. She graduated from Jordan- Matthews High School and received her certification as Dental Assistant II from Central Carolina Community College. As a member of the Siler City Lions Club she is constantly trying to help out in her community! She enjoys shopping, watching movies, going out to eat and spending time with her loved ones.
Latonya was born in Gary Indiana and now resides in Graham NC. She graduated from the Dental Assisting Program at Alamance Community College in 2010. Latonya is a proud mother of 4 beautiful children.
Janelle was born and raised in Sanford, North Carolina. She graduated from the Dental Assisting program at Central Carolina Community College in 2018. Janelle loves being able to work with kids and help to teaching them about oral healthcare. When Janelle has free time she also enjoys spending time at the beach and loves going to gardens.
Beth was born in Puerto Rico and came to Sanford N.C. when she was four years old. She graduated from Lee senior H.S. in 2004, and also graduated from the dental assisting program at CCCC in 2016. Outside of work she loves to spend time with her three sons, and also enjoys cooking and trips to the beach.
Ms. Jamie was born in Guatemala City, Guatemala and grew up in California. At the age of ten, she moved to Sanford, North Carolina, where she graduated from Lee Senior High School. Ms. Jamie loves spending time with her daughter Hailey, family and friends.
Ms. Kia was born in Brooklyn, New York. At the age of thirteen she moved to North Carolina. A few years later, she moved to Seattle, Washington where she attended Clover Park Technical College and received her certification as a Certified Dental Assistant. In her spare time, she loves spending time with her husband Robert, her family, going to church, and shopping.
Carla was born in Chapel Hill, NC. She moved to Siler City when she was younger and still resides there today. Carla comes from a large family of nine and she is the youngest. Carla graduated with honors from Central Carolina Community College with a certification in medical coding and billing. In her spare time, Carla enjoys spending time with her husband Barry and her 3 beautiful children. She also enjoys shopping, going to the movies, going out to eat, and just spending quality time with her family.
Ana Ortiz was born in Mexico and raised here in North Carolina. She graduated from Union Pines High School in 2007. She finds that helping others is very satisfying so she loves working in healthcare. Ana has three wonderful children to whom she dedicates most of her free time. Her weekends are spent enjoying family time outdoors, playing soccer, and her ideal vacation is getting lost in the tranquility of the mountains.
Marisabel was born in Mexico, raised in California and then moved to Sanford at age eleven. She graduated from C.C.C.C here in Sanford. Marisabel is married and has 4 wonderful boys and 1 beautiful girl. In her free time She likes to listen to music, dance and play with her kids. Additionally she also loves to volunteer in schools and help in the community.
Michelle was born in Puerto Rico and grew up in Miami Florida before she moved to North Carolina in 2009. She resides in her Harnett County home with her 6 children, 2 cats and 1 dog. Michelle has a certificate in Medical Coding & Billing from Miami-Dade Community College and is currently attending CCCC for her Associate's Degree in Medical Office Administration. In her spare time she enjoys spending every minute she can with her children. She loves to be supportive and help others achieve their dreams and goals. She loves working with team at SPD and always has a warm and welcoming smile on her face!