Dr. Antonio S. Braithwaite
Board Certified Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Antonio S. Braithwaite (“Dr. Antonio”) grew up in New York City before coming to the Tar Heel State and receiving his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill while majoring in Public Health Nutrition. Following college Dr. Antonio attended dental school at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and graduated with Honors. After completing Dental school, Dr. Antonio earned his Master of Public Health degree from the UNC School of Public Health while completing a three-year residency in pediatric dentistry at the University of North Carolina Children’s Hospital and the UNC School of Dentistry. Dr. Antonio is a member of the North Carolina Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the North Carolina Dental Society, and the American Dental Association. Outside the practice of pediatric dentistry, Dr. Antonio stays active and enjoys traveling, swimming, watching Tarheel sports, and spending time with his wife Mary, their three children, family and friends.
Dr. Anthony Brown
Board Eligible Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Anthony was born and raised in New York City. After high school, Dr. Anthony earned his Bachelor of Science (BS) in Nutritional Sciences at Howard University. Following college, he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Dentistry. For the first five years after dental school, Dr. Anthony treated patients of all ages as a general dentist in Newton Grove, NC and Wake Forest, NC. During his time as a general dentist, Dr. Anthony realized that treating children is fun and energizing, so he decided to pursue specialty training in pediatric dentistry. Dr. Anthony completed his pediatric dentistry residency at East Carolina University and he will be joining our awesome team beginning in July 2021. Dr. Anthony loves playing video games, superhero movies, grilling, fitness, nutrition and best of all........spending time with his wife Taneisha
Dr. Brandon M. Knockum
Board Certified Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Brandon Knockum (“Dr. Brandon”) was born and raised in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Brandon earned his Bachelor’s degree with Honors from Morehouse College. Following college he moved to North Carolina to attend Dental School at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. While in dental school Dr. Brandon participated in various organizations that provided dental care to underserved populations in NC and around the world. After graduating from dental school Dr. Brandon completed his training in Pediatric Dentistry at the Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin. In his free time Dr. Brandon enjoys traveling, reading, watching football, working out, and spending time with family and friends.
Dr. Nicole H. Nelson
General Dentist
Dr. Nicole H. Nelson (Dr. Nicole) is a native of Cleveland Ohio. Dr. Nicole earned her Bachelors degree from Miami University in Oxford Ohio. After college she attended Dental School and completed her Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency training program at Case Western Reserve University. Dr. Nicole has a commitment to public health and she also has earned a Master of Public Health degree from Cleveland State University. Prior to joining us at SPD, for more than ten years she served as dental director at a federally qualified health center and as a clinical instructor at CWRU. Dr. Nelson is a general dentist who enjoys restoring smiles. She will be exclusively treating our fast growing teenage population who need adult dental care services.
Brittany Hill
Registered Dental Hygienist
Brittany was born and raised in Sanford NC. She graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill in 2012 with a Bachelors of Science degree in Dental Hygiene. While attending UNC's dental hygiene program, she was awarded the Priscilla Levine scholarship. Brittany enjoys going to church, spending time with her family, and baking.
Teresa Morrison
Registered Dental Hygienist
Teresa was born and raised in Sanford, NC. She graduated with honors from Central Carolina Community College with an Associate’s in Applied Science Degree in Dental Hygiene in 2010. Aside from work, she enjoys running, taking trips to the beach, and spending time with her husband and two sons.
Lizbeth Avila
Registered Dental Hygienist
Liz was born and raised in Sanford, NC. She is a 2017 graduate from Central Carolina Community College where she received an Associates in Applied Science in Dental Hygiene. When not at work, she enjoys spending time with her daughter and family.
Stephanie Rodriguez
Registered Dental Hygienist
Stephanie was born in Germany and moved to North Carolina at a young age. Stephanie graduated with honors from Fayetteville technical community college with an Associate's degree in Applied Science in Dental Hygiene in 2017. When not at work she enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with her family.
Sharena DeWalt
Dental Assistant II
Sharena was born in Fayetteville N.C and currently resides there today. She has been married for eight years and has four beautiful children. She is a passionate and dedicated Dental Assistant II who loves caring for children. Sharena received her Dental Assistant degree from Fayetteville Technical Community College in 2009. Her future goals are to further her education and become a Hygienist or a Dentist.
Denise Martinez
Clinical Supervisor/ Dental Assistant II
Denise Martinez was born and raised in Panama City, Panama. She moved to North Carolina at the age of 17. She began her career as a dental assistant at the age of 19 at Sandhill’s Emergency Dental Clinic in Pinehurst where she worked for 8 years. Denise loves spending time with her daughter Giselle and her family.
Christina Murray
Lead Operating Room Surgical Assistant/ Certified Dental Assistant II
Christina Murray was born in Fayetteville, North Carolina and currently lives in Harnett County with her husband Scott and her two children. She received her certification as a Dental Assistant II and graduated with honors from Central Carolina Community College. In her spare time Christina enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and going to the beach.
Maria Rangel
Dental Assistant II
Maria joined the Sanford Pediatric Dentistry team in April 2017. She was raised in NC and currently lives in Siler City. Maria began her career as a dental assitant in 2009 and loves her profession. In her spare time she enjoys spending quality time with her two daughters, and also loves to go shopping!
Halie Davis
Dental Assistant II
Halie was born and raised in Troy, NC. She recently moved to Asheboro, NC where she lives with her two puppies Ollie and Sophie. Halie graduated from the Montgomery Community College Dental Assisting Program in 2012 and has worked in Pediatric Dentistry for almost her entire career. Outside of work she enjoy going to the beach or mountains and spending time with her family.
Lesly Elisea
Dental Assistant II
Lesly was born in San Luis Potosi, Mexico and was raised in Siler City, NC. She graduated from Jordan- Matthews High School and received her certification as Dental Assistant II from Central Carolina Community College. As a member of the Siler City Lions Club she is constantly trying to help out in her community! She enjoys shopping, watching movies, going out to eat and spending time with her loved ones.
Jamie Martinez
Administrative Supervisor
Ms. Jamie was born in Guatemala City, Guatemala and grew up in California. At the age of ten, she moved to Sanford, North Carolina, where she graduated from Lee Senior High School. Ms. Jamie loves spending time with her daughter Hailey, family and friends.
Carla Johnson Turner
Insurance Billing Coordinator
Carla was born in Chapel Hill, NC. She moved to Siler City when she was younger and still resides there today. Carla comes from a large family of nine and she is the youngest. Carla graduated with honors from Central Carolina Community College with a certification in medical coding and billing. In her spare time, Carla enjoys spending time with her husband Barry and her 3 beautiful children. She also enjoys shopping, going to the movies, going out to eat, and just spending quality time with her family.
Michelle Cruz
Receptionist
Michelle was born in Puerto Rico and grew up in Miami Florida before she moved to North Carolina in 2009. She resides in her Harnett County home with her 6 children, 2 cats and 1 dog. Michelle has a certificate in Medical Coding & Billing from Miami-Dade Community College and is currently attending CCCC for her Associate's Degree in Medical Office Administration. In her spare time she enjoys spending every minute she can with her children. She loves to be supportive and help others achieve their dreams and goals. She loves working with team at SPD and always has a warm and welcoming smile on her face!
