The Dream Team
Emmy
Director of Operations
Although I was born in Erie, PA, my roots are planted in Fuquay-Varina. I have been in dentistry
with Dr. Khara for fifteen years. Initially, I wanted to be a dental hygienist, but I quickly fell in
love with orthodontics. When I am not at work, I head off to my favorite place, Oak Island, NC! I
enjoy spending countless hours on the water with my husband, daughter, and our three dogs!
Pricila
Office Manager
I have been an orthodontic treatment coordinator for over 6 years and love working at Dream Smiles. I have been blessed to work with such wonderful co workers and an amazing doctor. I love the experience of watching smile transformations. It’s amazing to see our patients grow as individuals and be a part of their beautiful smiles. In my spare time, I love spending time with my two daughters and son. We love watching movies and getting our nails done. If I have a minute alone, you can find me obsessing over my favorite soccer player Cristiano Ronaldo.
He sido coordinadora de tratamiento de ortodoncia durante más de seis años y me encanta trabajar en Dream Smiles. Tengo la suerte de ser bendecida con un increíble jefe y compañeras de trabajo. Me encanta la experiencia de ver la transformacíon de las sonrisas de mis pacientes. Es sorprendente ver a nuestros pacientes crecer como individuos y ser parte de sus hermosas sonrisas. En mi tiempo libre, amo pasar tiempo con mis dos hijas y hijo. Nos encanta ver películas y arreglarnos las uñas. Si tengo un minuto solo, puedes encontrarme obsesionando con mi jugador de fútbol favorito, Cristiano Ronaldo.
Liz
Insurance Coordinator
I am originally from Massachusetts and relocated 16 years ago. Although New England will always be my home, I have fallen in love with North Carolina. I have worked for Dr. Khara now for almost 14 years! It is my home away from home, and all the people I work with have become family to me. I love to travel with my husband of 31 years and 25-year-old twin sons in my spare time. We enjoy
boating on the lake and hanging out with our new golden retriever puppy named Tessie.
Casandra
Medicaid Insurance Coordinator
I was born in the golden state of California but raised in North Carolina. I started as a scheduling
coordinator at Dream Smiles in 2018, and at the beginning of 2023, I was promoted to office
manager! In my free time, you can find me lashing clients, with family, or planning any event.
I’m devoted to my husband and two toddlers.
Nací en el estado dorado de California pero me crié en Carolina del Norte. Empecé como
coordinador de programación en Dream Smiles en 2018 y, a principios de 2023, ¡fui ascendido a
gerente de oficina! En mi Lempo libre, puedes encontrarme poniendo pestañas a mis clientes,
con mi familia o planeando cualquier evento/fiesta. Soy una persona muy dedicada a mi esposo
y dos niños pequeños.
Courtney
Lab Coordinator
Born and raised in San Francisco California, I moved to Raleigh in 2006, and the south quickly grew on me. I have worked for for this amazing doctor and with this team since 2010. I absolutely enjoy working with my amazing, crazy, fun work family! My favorite part of my job is seeing shy individuals leave excited and happy with their new smiles that I helped to create. In my spare time I enjoy DIY projects or somewhere soaking up some sun with my fur baby Bella and two daughters.
Ally
Clinical Supervisor
I am a Johnston County native. I have worked in the dental field and been a Dream SMiles family member for almost a decade! I am a wife and mom of 2 boys, which keeps me very busy! Fun facts about me: I am a hairstylist, we enjoy boating and camping, and we have a Great Dane named, Baymax!
Allen
Treatment Coordinator Supervisor
I was born in New York but raised here in North Carolina. I first met Dr. Khara and Staff as a patient getting my orthodontic treatment. I remember loving the atmosphere so much that I was inspired to become a orthodontic assistant myself. I enjoy meeting new patients and take pride in helping my patients have a fun and memorable experience while working on their dream smile! When I am not at work, I enjoy spending time with kids or traveling.
Rebecka
Clinical Assistant
Born and raised in Johnston County, I am the ‘country gal’ in the office! I have been in the orthodontic field for five years and I absolutely love seeing our patients of all ages and helping them achieve their dream smile at the end of treatment. I consider my co-workers some of my greatest friends and enjoy working alongside them each day. Away from the office, you’ll find me and my daughter, aka my little best friend, by the pool or lake catching some rays! When the sun goes down, we love spending quality time with our wonderful family and friends.
Logan
Clinical Assistant
I’ve always lived in North Carolina but moved to Johnston County as a child. I knew I always wanted to work in the dental field, growing up. It was not until going to Triangle School of Dental Assisting that I realized I wanted to work at an orthodontist. I love what I do here at Dream Smiles, and I enjoy helping people achieve their dream smile! When I am not working I enjoy singing and playing piano, and my absolute favorite place to be is the beach!
Legend
Clinical Assistant/Social Media Manager
I was born and raised in Raleigh, NC. I have an associate’s degree in psychology, and an
associate’s in science for dental assisting. I began my career in dentistry due to my sister being a
former patient of Dr. Khara. I am a huge advocate for diversity in dentistry. In my free time, I
enjoy binge-watching Netflix, scrolling on Tiktok, and spending time with my french bulldogs.
Daniela
Clinical Assistant
Originally from Bakersfield, California but grew up in Holly Springs, NC. My interest in orthodontics began when I was a patient at Dr. Khara’s office at the age of 10. After graduating from Triangle School of Dental Assisting, I had the opportunity to work with the amazing Dream Team. I enjoy helping our patients achieve their beautiful smiles. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I also enjoy doing arts & crafts and reading a good book.
Originalmente de Bakersfield, California pero creci en Holly Springs, NC. Mi interés en la ortodoncia comenzó cuando era paciente en el consultorio de Dr. Khara a la edad de 10 años. Después de graduarme de la escuela de asistencia dental, tuve la oportunidad de trabajar con el increíble equipo de Dream Smiles. Disfruto ayudar a nuestros pacientes a lograr sus hermosas sonrisas. En mi tiempo libre, disfruto pasar tiempo con mi familia y amigos. También disfruto leyendo un buen libro.
Amanda
Clinical Assistant
I was born and raised in the heart of Johnston County. I’ve been in the dental field for over eight years, and I love it! My favorite part about working at Dream Smiles is being able to meet new people every day! In my free time, I enjoy being out on our boat and lounging by the beach with my 8-year-old daughter, Avery. We have a golden retriever named Gunner, who we love so much.
Yasmin
Treatment Coordinator
My heart belongs to NYC. I was born and raised in Manhattan/Long Island and moved to North Carolina and been back and forth. My goal is to expand in the healthcare field as I love taking care of my patients, and I’m the first future doctor in my family. You can catch me living my life to its fullest and sipping on some Matcha with my best friend during my free time.
Maggie
Clinical Assistant
My family is from Honduras, but I was born and raised in Durham, NC also known as Bull City. I am currently a student at Wake Technical Community College and plan on becoming a dental hygenist. I am Trilingual, and fluent in Spanish, English, and Italian. I love to read, paint, and travel. My favorite places I’ve been to are Honduras and The Bahamas. In my spare time, you can find me planning my future wedding.
Joselin
Treatment Coordinator
I was born and raised in Raleigh, North Carolina but recently moved to Benson. I am now married to my high school Sweet heart and have a Rottweiler puppy, named Zeus. In my spare time, you can find me baking or at the park with my fur baby.