Meet the Team
Choosing to begin orthodontic treatment is a major investment in the future and your overall dental health. Selecting the right office is a very important part of that decision. Our staff is highly trained and dedicated to providing an exceptional level of orthodontic treatment. From the minute you walk through our door, we will do everything possible to make your experience a positive one. We provide a safe and clean environment for our patient family and staff. We follow the procedures recommended by OSHA for sterilization and infection control assuring your health and safety. We consider it a privilege that you have placed your confidence and trust in our office.
In our practice, Dr. Hunt, the Assistants and Administrative Team represent over 172 years of combined experience in the practice of orthodontics. Dr. Hunt has created a nurturing environment that elicits professional growth and longevity from his team. The team has responded to that environment by demonstrating productivity, kindness and loyalty. The team is made of special individuals all working together for a common goal: TO TAKE EXCEPTIONAL CARE OF YOU! You will benefit from working with all highly skilled members of our team.
We are so proud and grateful to work daily with each one of these dedicated team members. We want you to get to know them better.
Orthodontic Assistants
Tammy - Lab Technician
Having just celebrated her 27th year anniversary with Hunt Orthodontics, Tammy's experience in the lab is invaluable to our practice. Tammy is solely responsible for the creation of most of our oral appliances. Tammy is a graduate of Blue Ridge High School. She is CPR Certified and also serves as one of our three OSHA coordinators. Aesthetics are of great importance to Tammy. Outside of our practice, she can be found working in her flower garden, creating beautiful wall murals at a friend's home or orchestrating the decorating of our office for the holidays.
Kim - Orthodontic Assistant
For 28 years, Kim has cared for the patients of this practice. Kim is a graduate of Greenville High School and has lived in Greenville for much of her life. At the beginning of Kim's tenure, she was also a patient of Dr. Hunt, Sr. Whether it is banding, bonding or making diagnostic records, Kim makes the work easy with her genuine kindness and expertise and her patients adore her. Kim holds certifications in Orthodontic Assisting, Dental Radiology and is also certified in CPR. Kim is devoted to her family and friends. Her life outside the office revolves around activities with them. She is also very active within her church.
Julie - Orthodontic Assistant
As a teenager, Julie came to Dr. Hunt, Sr. for orthodontic treatment. Julie is a graduate of Wade Hampton High School. After graduating from the Dental Assisting Program at Greenville Technical College, Julie came to work for our practice and has been with us for 24 years. Julie is a certified Orthodontic Assistant, certified in Dental Radiology and also certified in CPR. She is one of three OSHA coordinators for our practice. Her attention to detail, her precision and her concern for her patients make Julie a standout. Julie's time outside the office is focused on her family, particularly her three children and their interest in art and music.
Lois - Orthodontic Assistant
Lois came to our practice in 2005 with a diverse background in orthodontic care and a kind nature that is crucial in this practice. Like our patients, Lois has had orthodontic treatment. During school at Northeast High School in St. Pete, Florida, Lois worked in a dental lab. This led to Lois graduating from a dental assistant program at Tomlinson Adult Education Center and continuing her work with an orthodontist in Florida. Lois is a Certified Orthodontic Assistant, certified in Dental radiology and also certified in CPR. Family is of great importance to Lois. Time spent with her family, including her grandchildren, top her list of life's pleasures.
Jana - Orthodontic Assistant
Jana is one of our newest team members, but we have known her a long time. We were fortunate to treat Jana as an adolescent when she came to our practice as a patient. Jana graduated from Eastside High School and then attended Greenville Tech's Dental Assisting Program. Jana has had 4 years of previous orthodontic experience before joining our team in 2010. Jana is a Certified Orthodontic Assistant and also has her certification in Dental Radiology and CPR. Jana's beautiful smile and sense of humor are contagious. When Jana is not taking care of patients, her nurturing nature extends into her home as she is a foster mother. Jana enjoys spending time with her family and friends and cheering on her Gamecocks.
Administrative Assistants
Robin - Patient Scheduling Coordinator
If you hear an engaging laugh in the front office, chances are it belongs to Robin. For over 13 years, Robin has been responsible for scheduling our patients' appointments. Robin is adept at assisting our patients with keeping their orthodontic treatment on track. You will always find Robin enthusiastic to help you. Robin is a graduate of Greer High School. Robin loves taking trips with friends and her family.
Amber - New Patient Coordinator
We were thrilled to have Amber join our practice in July 2010. As new patient coordinator, Amber is one of the first people you will come in contact with at Hunt Orthodontics. After graduating from Southside Christian School, Amber attended Charleston Southern University where she received her bachelor's degree in Communications. Amber then received a Masters degree in Early Childhood Education from Converse College. Amber worked as a teacher for three years and also worked in retail before joining Hunt Orthodontics. Amber enjoys spending time with her husband, family, and friends. Her hobbies include involvement at her church, cooking, and enjoying live music. Amber has recently finished orthodontic treatment with Dr. Hunt, Jr., so she is well aware of what it is like to be in orthodontic treatment as an adult. We know you will enjoy Amber's great laugh and warm personality as she welcomes you to our practice and takes excellent care of you.