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Alicia: Front Office Coordinator
"Working in Orthodontics is one of the most rewarding life experiences that I've had. Transforming someone's smile and being along for every part of the experience, is both rewarding and enjoyable. There's nothing better than receiving a smile from someone and knowing that it's a Hess Orthodontics smile!"
Originally from Wilson, NY, Alicia has been a part of our team for over a year now. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her fiancé and going to the beach.
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Alisa: Clinical Coordinator
"I love working in orthodontics and seeing the difference that braces make. I have worked in the dental field for 12 years, 9 of which have been in orthodontics. I'm glad to be part of the team at Hess orthodontics and I love meeting and getting to know all of our wonderful patients."
Originally from West Virginia, Alisa has been a part of our team for almost four years. She and her husband have a Jack Russell named Toby and are expecting a baby girl this May. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with Family and friends, playing the piano and crafting.
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Amanda: Orthodontic Assistant
"I love working at Hess Orthodontics because I get to work with an amazing doctor and team. I enjoy meeting and getting to know our patients and helping them achieve a great smile."
Amanda has been an Orthodontic Assistant for 7 years. In her spare time she enjoys spending time at the beach and being with her family and friends.
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Becky: New Patient Coordinator
"Before I had braces, I was extremely self-conscious about my smile. I had braces for 2 years during my junior and senior years of high school and I haven't been able to stop smiling since! I have experienced firsthand what a difference orthodontic treatment can make in a person's life, confidence and appearance. I LOVE my job, working with the amazing team here at Hess Orthodontics and getting to know each patient as we help them through the process of achieving the perfect and beautiful smiles that they deserve!
Becky is originally from Port St. Lucie. In her spare time she enjoys participating in anything outdoors such as, boating, fishing and horseback riding.
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Carolyn: Office Coordinator
"Working in the orthodontic field for the last five years has been a very rewarding experience. I enjoy working with the professional staff at Hess Orthodontics almost as much as I love working with the patients. The most rewarding part of my job is getting to know the person behind the smile!"
Originally from Texas, Carolyn has been a part of our team for just over four years. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her Husband Bo, and two children boating.
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Chelsea: Orthodontic Assistant
"I like working in orthodontics because I enjoy helping create beautiful smiles with a great team and an awesome doctor!"
Chelsea has been in the orthodontic field for 12 years. When she is away from work she enjoys traveling with her husband and 3 boys and going shopping.
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Danielle: Front Office Coordinator
"I love it here because it's a wonderful environment, we are like one big family! I love to see the transformation in patient's confidence; it's very rewarding to be a part of that!"
Danielle is originally from Long Island, New York and has been a part of the Hess Orthodontics team for just over a year. She currently has braces and is looking forward to her new smile. In her spare time she enjoys dancing and spending time with her family and friends.
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Dixie: Orthodontic Assistant
"I had braces on from the age of ten all the way to 16, so it is very easy for me to relate to our patients. I have been an orthodontic assistant for more than 20 years and I really enjoy it. For me, working with teenagers is the best part of my job. I love to see the great results our patients achieve with treatment."
On her days off she likes taking her grandson to Weeki Wachee Springs to swim and also enjoys kayaking, hiking and fishing. She collects antiques such as lamps, spoons and rocking chairs.
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Holly: Observation Technician
"Working in the orthodontic field is very rewarding and exciting! Getting to know the patients and being a part of making them smile is one of the many reason I love my job!"
Holly currently lives in Tampa with her puppy Mack and in her spare time enjoys traveling.
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Kathleen: Records Technician
"Working in orthodontics has been my life. I can't imagine doing anything else. Every day is different, meeting and treating all kinds of individuals. I have worked in the orthodontic field for 15+ years learning and growing every step of the way. Being part of the Hess Orthodontic Team is very rewarding."
Kathleen enjoys biking with her husband, going to the beach with her family and photography.
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Kathy: New Patient Coordinator
"Smiling is my favorite exercise... and with 15 wonderful years of experience in Orthodontics, I've had plenty to smile about. I morally and ethically believe in what Dr. Hess and Orthodontics has to offer. I love watching our young patients grow up and their self esteem blossom just as much as I love watching adult patients look and feel younger and more beautiful/handsome. The world always looks brighter from behind a smile."
Kathy loves to travel with her husband. She also enjoys shopping and swimming with her grandkids.
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Katie: Orthodontic Assistant and SureSmile Coordinator
"I love seeing what a difference a great smile can make in our patients lives. It's very rewarding to see someone's self-esteem change and know that you helped to make it happen. I have been an orthodontic assistant for over seven years and I love it!"
On her days off, Katie enjoys being outside by the water, spending time with family and friends and traveling. She is looking forward to visiting Italy this summer.
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Keiara: Front Office Coordinator
"I love working here because it's such a fun environment; everyone is so kind and sweet and cares about the well being of patients. I know this because I was actually a patient before an employee here. I love seeing the boost of confidence a beautiful smile can make."
Keiara is originally from Winchester, Kentucky but moved to Florida when she was very young. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, is very active at her church and loves antiques and vintage items.
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Lilly: Financial Coordinator
"I have been working in Orthodontics since I was a teenager both assisting and on the business side of the practice. Working here at Hess Orthodontics is such a privilege because besides just helping someone to achieve an amazing smile, we also get to be a part of creating a lifetime experience."
Outside of the office, Lilly enjoys spending time with her husband and family and is always trying to find a new place to vacation to.
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MariAnn: Laboratory Technician
"I had braces when I was a teenager and it made a big difference in my confidence. I have been an orthodontic assistant for over 6 years and for over a year now I've had the responsibility as the Laboratory Technician here at Hess Orthodontics. It is so much fun to watch our patients grow and gain confidence in themselves."
In MariAnn's time away from the office she enjoys most spending her time with her two children and husband. She also likes going antiquing, reading and watching movies.
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Rithsi: Sterilization Technician
"I feel very lucky to be in this field and help Dr. Hess and his assistants to make our patients happy."
Rithsi was born in Nicaragua, but raised in El Salvador and moved to this country 15 years ago. She has three adopted pets, 2 dogs and 1 one cat that she loves dearly. She love nature, mostly animals but her heart really belongs to dogs.
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Samantha: Marketing Coordinator
"I enjoy every moment working here and proud to be a part of such an outstanding team! It is so much fun creating a positive, fun, comfortable and worthwhile experience for all our patients."
Sam enjoys running, playing basketball, water sports and just being outdoors with her two little boys, husband and bullmastiff, named Bella. She says she doesn't have much spare time but if she ever found some, she would relax on the beach, maybe go shopping or take a vacation.
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Steffenie: Orthodontic Assistant
"I'm so excited to be working with such a wonderful Doctor and Team. Dr. Hess believes in keeping up to date with all the latest advancements in orthodontic technology which is great because I am always learning something new and given the opportunity to keep growing in my career."
Steffenie has been in the orthodontic field for 6 years. She was born in Germany but grew up in Upstate New York. She has two children and just recently moved here to Florida.
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Veronica: Orthodontic Assistant
Veronica is an army wife and mother to an 8 year old daughter. They have two dogs named Sparky and Pepe.
In her spare time she loves going to the beach and finding new places to vacation to.
Veronica has 13 years of dental experience. “Assisting in giving people beautiful smiles is such a satisfying profession, I truly enjoy being an orthodontic assistant with such a great team”.
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