Read below to get to know our staff! To ensure our patients receive the best care, our dental assistants are CPR, X-Ray and Nitrous Oxide Certified.
Katie Holley, RDH
Katie graduated from Horry Georgetown Technical college in May 2017 and joined our team as a dental hygienist in 2019. She has her anesthesia license which allows her patients to remain comfortable during treatment. Katie is also certified to administer CPR and nitrous oxide sedation.
Katie and her husband, Josh, reside in the Greenwood area and are the proud parents of their 3 children; Blakely, Braxton and Rivers. If you find Katie on her days off, she will be enjoying the great outdoors with friends and family.
Jaison Lopez, RDH
Jaison graduated from Greenville Technical College in 2021 and joined our team at that time. He has his anesthesia license which allows his patients to remain comfortable while providing periodontal treatment. Jaison is certified to administer CPR and nitrous oxide sedation.
Jaison enjoys traveling and experiencing different cultures worldwide. He also loves exquisite fragrances and Ramen. Jaison is an avid runner and loves the outdoors.
Kerri A. Merchant – Dental Assistant
Kerri is a resident of Donalds and has been a dental assistant with Greenwood Family Dentistry since 2002. Kerri is certified to perform CPR as well as administer nitrous oxide.
Kerri is the proud parent of her two children, Blake and Braden. During her free time, she enjoys swimming, going to the beach and Gamecock football. Kerri also loves spending time outdoors with her 2 dogs (labs), Wren and Stevie.
Brantlee Esco – Patient Care Coordinator
Brantlee is the newest member of our team! She has over 6 years of dental experience and enjoys assisting patients with scheduling and treatment plans.
Brantlee was born and raised in Greenwood, SC. She is the proud parent of her two sons; Liam and Brooks. When she is not on the ball field with her oldest son, you can find her enjoying college football (Go Dawgs) with friends and family.
Lauren Davenport CDA – Dental Assistant
Lauren joined Greenwood Family Dentistry as a dental assistant in 2020. She graduated from Greenville Technical College with an Associate’s degree in Applied Science and a Dental Assisting certification. Lauren is certified to administer nitrous oxide and perform CPR.
Lauren and her husband, William, live in the Donalds area. When she is not working with us, you can find Lauren hanging out with her family and friends. She enjoys reading a good book, cheering on her Clemson Tigers, and baking sweets.
Natasha Griffith – Patient Care Coordinator
Natasha graduated from Greenville Technical College in 2001 with a Dental Assisting certification. Natasha is certified to administer nitrous oxide and perform CPR. She has enjoyed meeting all of our patients while assisting them with treatment plans and scheduling appointments.
Natasha and her husband, Sam, live in the Greenwood area and are the proud parents of their two sons; Austin and Harrison. During her free time she loves to spend time with family and friends. Natasha also loves to decorate, plant flowers and take trips to the beach.
Mary Grace Iusti, RDH
Mary Grace graduated from Greenville Technical College in 2017, at which time she joined our team. She has her anesthesia license, which allows her patients to remain comfortable during periodontal treatment. Mary Grace is certified to administer CPR and nitrous oxide sedation.
Mary Grace and her husband, Braden, reside in the Mountville area and are the proud parents of their son Owen. Mary Grace enjoys reading, traveling, shopping and spending time with her family.
Tammy Brock, RDH
Tammy has been a hygienist in the dental field for over 25 years and joined our team in 2023 as a part-time hygienist. She is certified to administer CPR and nitrous oxide sedation.
Tammy and her husband Bob have 4 children and 2 grandchildren. She enjoys reading and spending time outside with their dog, Grady.