Dr. Brooks' team is active in community educational events such as school health fairs and Children's Dental Health Month.
Our superb team prides itself on providing comfortable patient care and professional service. Establishing an environment of trust, safety and comfort for our patients is top priority.
At Dr. Brooks' office all oral surgical assistants are accredited by the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Anesthesia Assistants Program and attend annual review courses. Dr. Brooks holds an Advanced Cardiac Life Support certificate and all office staff members maintain Basic Life Support accreditation.
Kim H. - Business Administrator
Kim has been a dental assistant for over 13 years and has grown into managing the business side of Dr. Brooks' practice. She works parallel with Sarah to schedule appointments, verify insurance and answer financial questions. Previously a surgical assistant, her experience in pediatric dentistry helps her quickly establish a warm relationship with younger patients. She is a graduate of Wilkes Community College and is a certified dental assistant with OMAAP certification.
Sarah - Insurance Administrator
With 34 years of experience in the dental field, Sarah thoroughly understands the nuances and details of dental and medical insurance. For patients with insurance, Sarah verifies benefits and obtains an estimate of coverage during the consultation appointment. Sarah has worked primarily in the oral surgery field during her career as a dental assistant and office manager. Sarah manages the overall administrative goals of the practice. She works on filing insurance, verifying insurance, billing and maintaining HIPPA compliance.
Chris - Oral Surgical Assistant
Chris has more than 11 years experience in the field of oral surgery and is well versed in all aspects of assisting, both hospital and office. She participates in all aspects of oral surgical assisting such as welcoming patients, obtaining vital signs, reviewing health histories, taking X-rays and verifying treatment plans. She is a graduate of Western Piedmont Community College and is a certified dental assistant with OMAAP accreditation.
Kim M. - Oral Surgical Assistant
Kim has over 14 years of experience in the oral surgery field. Kim greets patients and performs the duties of an oral surgical assistant such as obtaining vital signs, taking X-rays, reviewing health histories and verifying treatment plans. She is a graduate of Gaston Community College and Central Piedmont Community College. She is certified by the National Board of Dental Assistants and has OMAAP certification.