behind the mask
Sariah
Office Manager
Sariah
Office Manager
“I believe patients come first and always try my best to help the doctor create a positive dental experience for the families we treat.”
Sariah has been a part of the Sprout Kid’s team since 2021. She has proven to be an excellent team leader. As office manager, she is always looking to improve the systems in the office and find better ways to build a more cohesive team environment. Sariah feels lucky to be working with highly skilled and compassionate teammates who provide the best possible dental care and customer service to our patients. What she likes most about her job is the flexibility to do a variety of tasks, whether it’s helping another team member, reconciling a patient ledger, or explaining a pre-estimate. Sariah is a wonderful example of a team player.
Outside of work two of Sariah’s many interests are dance and acting! Her talents have allowed her to showcase her artistry through dance choreography. Sariah has performed in a variety of shows and has appeared in a variety of music videos, too.
Kendra
Front Desk Administrator
Kendra
Front Desk Administrator
“What I like most about my job is being able to make kids smile and being able to work with the best team.”
Kendra is likely the first voice and face you’ll see when you walk through the doors of Sprout Kids Dentistry. She manages our productive scheduling to make sure families are always reminded of their appointments. Kendra is an important piece of the puzzle that helps to ensure the doctor’s schedule is fully booked and runs smoothly. When she’s not juggling phone calls, booking appointments, or verifying insurance coverage, Kendra always finds time to make our newest patients feel welcome. She is known around the office for her immense love of Disney movies which speaks volumes for how quickly Kendra is able to connect with our patients and put their mind at ease in a new environment.
In her spare time, Kendra enjoys spending as much time as possible with friends and family. Fun fact– Kendra is also a licensed esthetician specializing in body waxing!
MALEAKA
Certified Dental Assistant
MALEAKA
Certified Dental Assistant
“I’m always happy educating children and answering any questions or concerns they may have.”
Maleaka has been a part of our team since 2022 and what a delight she has been from day one! She received her Dental Assisting Certificate from Lincoln Technical Institute. Maleaka’s genuine compassion for children makes her an exceptional assistant and team member. We love the role she plays in teaching children about the importance of oral health. She often goes the extra mile to teach youngsters how to floss, and isn’t afraid to offer tips and tricks to parents struggling to make brushing a regular part of their child’s daily routine. She’s a self-starter and her willingness to jump in wherever help is needed makes her an invaluable member of our team (or a superhero in disguise). Maleaka is always happy to share her dental knowledge with other staff members. She understands the meaning of T.E.A.M., Together Everyone Achieves More. Maleaka undoubtedly takes great pride in giving children a great dental experience.
Outside of work, Maleaka loves being a mom and spending quality time with her family. She also enjoys shopping and getting her nails done.
Maryory
Certified Dental Assistant
Maryory
Certified Dental Assistant
“It’s important to me that children and their parents are happy with the care I provide. I want them to leave our office feeling satisfied because they had a positive experience.”
Maryory is a graduate of Boston Career Institute’s dental assisting certificate program. She has been a dental assistant for over 10 years. Maryory loves being a dental assistant because no two days are alike. Her morning schedule assisting could include extractions, treating preschoolers visiting the office for the first time, followed by an afternoon filled with stainless steel crowns, sedation, or cleanings. Maryory likes knowing that the only thing that is guaranteed is her neverending passion for taking care of patients and improving their health. She gets a lot of professional and personal satisfaction translating for our Spanish speaking patients especially when she can see how a patient’s anxiety level goes down because of her impact and compassion.
Maryory’s coworkers love her sense of humor. She loves to laugh even at her own expense. Maryory lights up a room with her infectious energy and inspires those around her to want to work harder.
Outside of work, Maryory enjoys dance workouts, vacationing with her family, taking her dog Maya on long walks, or curling up on the couch to watch a good movie.
Tony
Certified Dental Assistant
Tony
Certified Dental Assistant
Tony graduated from San Joaquin Valley College Dental Assisting Certificate Program located in Bakersfield California. He moved to Massachusetts in 2022 and has been a member of our team ever since. Tony has had a passion for working with pediatric patients since very early on in his career. To be a part of a patient’s healthcare team, and to be able to connect personally has always given him a feeling of fulfillment. Those experiences are what has driven him towards a path in dental assisting. Tony loves the opportunity to assist the dentist in their treatment planning. He enjoys being around a great team of caring coworkers who want nothing more than to put a smile on a child’s face and make them feel good about having healthy teeth.
During his free time Tony loves taking his dog to the dog park. He is an avid fan of the outdoors and adventures, so he is always trying to find new places to go hiking. Tony also enjoys trying new foods and exploring different cultures.
