I feel so lucky to be able to interact with such diverse patients and be an integral part of changing someones perception of themselves. These changes help shape a person into a more confident individual, leading them to be able to tackle anything in their way without hesitation.
Having the ability to boost someones self-esteem by changing the position of their teeth, and creating a beautiful smile that leads to an increase in confidence, is why I chose this field in dentistry. I couldnt have chosen a better career! I get to interact with a wide range of ages, which makes going to work every day dynamic. Seeing how happy and appreciative our patients are after seeing their new smile is the most rewarding part of orthodontics.
Orthodontics is continually evolving, and I want to be able to give my patients the latest and greatest when it comes to their smile investment. I attend continuing education courses on a regular basis at both a local and national level.
The most recent courses I attended involved hands-on training in the use of diode lasers, temporary anchorage devices, and fixed appliances. Learning about the latest advancements in orthodontics has led to improved comfort during treatment and less time in braces in general.
Originally from Florence, SC, I currently reside in Myrtle Beach with my wife Laurel, our daughter Kelsey and son Everett. My free time is spent fishing, traveling, attending sporting events, and being an active member of my community.
Giving back to the community is always so rewarding. In dental school, I was a part of a non-profit dental clinic that provided free dental procedures for the underprivileged. As an orthodontist, I have been fortunate to participate in various organizations that provide free orthodontic services to children in need.
Coming to us from Conway, Shelly has spent the last two years bringing her own brand of compassionate care to our patients. She really shines when it comes to making others feel understood, and loves getting to know the families we serve. While Shelly may represent the softer side of Seabreeze, she is surprisingly strong, and is on schedule to meet her goal of deadlifting 250 lbs in the next year! Outside of work and the gym, Shelly likes to put together challenging puzzles and spend as much time as possible soaking up the sun on the beach.
Kenya is the newest member of the Seabreeze family, and were so excited about adding her to our team! Born in Mexico and raised in Myrtle Beach, Kenya is bilingual, which allows us to communicate more fully with our ESL patients, something that is important to all of us. Aside from her language skills, Kenya keeps things cool with her ability to go with the flow in all situations. Although her ultimate goal is to go back to school, she currently enjoys using her spare time to swim, dance, and have fun with friends and family. She joins Rains in being a passionate advocate for equality!