Meet the Team

We recognize that all of our young patients are unique and deserve to receive dental care that reflects their individual needs. Our experienced and talented dental team is committed to working with you and your child to create a comfortable, stress-free, and rewarding dental experience every time you visit our practice.

We are pleased to welcome you and your family, and we look forward to working with you.

 

Tracy

Orthodontic Treatment Coordinator

Tracy has been with Summit Dental Specialists since May 2011 as a Treatment Coordinator. Her favorite aspect of her position is helping to make patients feel comfortable and at ease at their first visit. Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She also loves to be outdoors kayaking, hiking, or running.

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Nicole

Pediatric Dental Hygienist

Nicole has been a Pediatric Dental Hygienist with our team since December 2012. She started her career working as a pediatric dental assistant in 2004. She then decided to further her education and graduated from Cuyahoga Community College in May of 2009, as a licensed dental hygienist. When Nicole is not working, she enjoys exercising and spending time with her two children, Taylor and Logan.

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Wendy

Hospital Services Coordinator

Wendy has been with us since July 2008. She started out as a Dental Assistant and is now the Front Desk Coordinator. Outside of work, Wendy's hobbies are cooking, baking and going for long walks at the lake. She also loves spending time with her husband, 5 kids and 2 Grandsons.

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Dana

Financial Manager

Dana has been with Summit Dental Specialists since May of 2005. As our office Financial Manager, she assists patients with payment schedules and insurance explanations. She loves spending time with her three boys. You may find her frequenting the ballpark in the summer months.

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Trina

Pediatric Dental Hygienist 

Trina has been with Summit Dental Specialists since 2012. She loves bringing smiles to all patients by providing a safe, fun and comfortable environment. Trina graduated from University of Cincinnati's dental hygiene program in 2012. Outside of the office, Trina and her husband keep busy with their two young kids and enjoying time with family and friends.

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Charleen

Scheduling Coordinator

Charleen has been a Schedule Coordinator with Summit Dental Specialists since August of 2013. She moved to the area from Arizona to be with her grandchildren. Although she regrets the winter weather at times, the summers have been great for all of her favorite outdoor activities.

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Latanya

Clinical Technician

La'tanya started working at Summit Dental Specialists in December of 2018. She enjoys the constant interaction with patients. She also loves to spend time with her husband and two children London and Dayton. When she is not with family she enjoys shopping and kayaking with close friends.

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Dawn

Pediatric Dental Hygienist

Dawn is a mother to 4 active children her hobbies include baking, being a PTA mom, and cheering on her kids from the sidelines. She became a Dental Hygienist in 1998 when she graduated from Youngstown State University. Dawn became part of the Summit Dental Specialists' family in January of 2018.

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Courtney

Clinical Technician

Courtney joined the Summit Dental team in July of 2020.  She is a double alumna from Kent State University.  She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Public Health Pre-Dentistry and a Master's Degree in Community-Based Health Education and Promotion.  Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, and traveling. 

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Stacey

Scheduling Coordinator

Stacey started working at Summit Dental Specialists in September of 2019. She loves to bake and spend time with her husband Carl, and their 2 children, Patrick and Madeline. Outside of work, she also enjoys going to Cleveland Indians games, hanging out with friends, and cheering on her children who are competitive swimmers.

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Amanda

Clinical Technician

Amanda started working at Summit Dental in October of 2020. Her favorite part of being at the office is meeting new people and learning about the exciting things they have accomplished. Outside of work she enjoys going on hikes and spending time with family and friends.

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Nicole L.

Scheduling Coordinator

Nicole started working with Summit Dental Specialists in December of 2020 as a scheduling coordinator. Nicole's favorite part of her job is interacting with our patients and families by providing them with a seamless scheduling experience and making them feel welcome and comfortable during their visit. Outside of work Nicole is an avid walker who enjoys spending time with family and friends. You will find herself and husband Adam supporting their daughter Keira from the stands at her sporting events.

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Karina

Clinical Technician

Karina joined the Summit Dental team in June 2022. She is an alumna of John Carroll University with Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Minor in Biology. Outside of work, she is actively involved in the Ukrainian community, pursuing her second degree black belt and enjoys spending time with her friends.

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Alyssa

Clinical Technician

Alyssa has been at Summit Dental since May of 2022, she is going to Cuyahoga Community College for Radiography. She likes hearing about patient’s days and what their interests are. Outside of work she enjoys being around family, friends and her dog, Granger.

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