Carmel was born on Bainbridge Island, Washington and grew up in Portland. She traveled east to New York City for dental school and stayed to work for a few years in Boston, MA. In 2012 she returned to Portland to reunite with family and team up with Craig BenBen in NW Portland. When not working in the office on Pettygrove, she often volunteers her time on the Medical Teams International Dental Vans helping underserved populations in the area secure much needed dental care. In addition to spending time with her husband and two young children, Carmel enjoys exercise, cooking and being fashionable.