behind the mask

“I love how chill the work atmosphere is here.”

Keyarra is our dental billing wizard! She is in charge of managing payments for patients in our dental practice. By communicating with families, and dental or health insurance companies, Keyarra requests payments for services we provide to establish the amount owed from an existing or new patient. She also reaches out to insurance companies to negotiate reimbursement for claims. Keyarra has the biggest heart. She is always ready and willing to research insurance plans to determine covered services, reimbursements, and out-of-pocket costs while advocating on behalf of the patient for claim approvals. When she isn’t going above and beyond to make sure families understand their treatment plan and corresponding billing codes, Keyarra is busy contacting patients to provide payment reminders on an as-needed basis. She understands the importance of balancing a budget around the office and makes it look easy.

In her spare time, Keyarra enjoys spending time with her son and being around family.

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!

“I take great pleasure in helping others and calming children’s fears.”

Alan joined the Sprout Kids Dentistry team in 2022. He received his Dental Assisting Certificate from Lincoln Technical Institute of Rhode Island. Alan brings a friendly smile and positive attitude to Sprout Kids Dentistry each and every day. He has a very gentle demeanor and treats every child with kindness and respect. Alan has an eye for detail and this is an asset worth its weight in gold whether it involves assisting the doctor during treatment, improving office work flows for other dental assistants, or helping a patient feel more at ease. His on the job passions are assisting the dentist with restorative procedures including Sleep Dentistry, learning new treatment techniques or dental materials and putting them into practice, and building strong relationships with his patients. Alan is extremely self-motivated, always a team player, and loves being a part of a professional dental team that provides exceptional pediatric dental care.

Outside of the office, Alan enjoys baking, interior design, and watching movies (the scarier the better!) He also loves going for a swim, a bike ride, or playing with his dog, Buddy.

“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.

“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 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.

“I love making patients feel confident about their smile. Being able to make their experience in the dental chair pleasant is something you can’t beat.”

Cathleen is a recent graduate of Massasoit’s Dental Assisting program. She really enjoys working with infants, preschoolers, and their families, but she also strives to educate them on the importance of regular check-ups and good oral hygiene. Cathleen is devoted to helping kids overcome their dental fears so they are comfortable and relaxed when they’re visiting Sprout Kids Dentistry. She knows oral health is directly connected to overall health, so starting kids off with a positive attitude and good oral hygiene habits is one of her goals.

Outside of work, Cathleen enjoys hanging out with her friends, taking in a Bruins game, or traveling back home to Georgia. Fun fact about Cathleen– she loves riding 4-wheelers!

“I realize that being a dental assistant is so much more than assisting! I love the variety of each day, the variety of patients, and the variety of procedures. I’m learning a lot.”

Outside of the office, Gianna likes spending time with her family and friends, shopping at the mall, and baking.

“I love getting to do a variety of things during the day beyond taking care of pediatric patients. I always try to help patients feel more comfortable because I know going to the dentist can be stressful for so many kids.”

Outside of work, Mila likes hanging out with her friends and spending time with her family. Mila also enjoys baking.