Teresa
Office Manager
Teresa joined our Pure Smiles Westerville team in September 2023. A native of Ohio and a graduate of Newark Sr. High School, she’s been part of the dental industry for 18 years.
Teresa loves the close-knit dental community and embraces evolving technology. Her strong suit lies in building meaningful relationships with both her colleagues and patients, making her an essential team member.
Outside of work, Teresa enjoys quality time with family and friends, sports events, reading, catching up on shows, and unwinding through relaxing vacations. Married for over two decades, her proudest achievement is being a loving mother to her two sons.
Teresa’s guiding motto is, “I prefer you to make mistakes in kindness than work miracles in unkindness.” – Mother Teresa
Melanie
Lead Administrative Professional
Melanie was born and raised in Ohio. She joined our Pure Smiles Westerville team in July 2022. With a certification in Dental Assisting, one of Melanie’s favorite things about the dental industry is helping patients feel more comfortable going to the dentist. Outside work Melanie enjoys reading, camping and kayaking. She recently got married and purchased her first home! Fun fact about Melanie is that she was born without wisdom teeth!
Eileen
Registered Dental Hygienist
Eileen grew up in Pennsylvania. She completed her Associate’s Degree in dental hygiene at Santa Fe State College and is a member of the American Dental Hygiene Association, the Ohio State Dental Hygiene Association, and the Columbus Dental Hygiene Association. Eileen joined the Pure Smiles Westerville team in January 2023. Eileen enjoys helping people to achieve good oral health.
Fun fact: Eileen plays in a bell choir for her church. She also enjoys crafts, puzzles, walking her dog, and spending time with her family. One of Eileen’s favorite quotes is, “Peace begins with a smile” (Mother Teresa).
Alivia
Registered Dental Hygienist
Alivia is a Registered Dental Hygienist from Ohio, graduating from Hocking College in 2023. Joining our team in February 2024, she thrives on forming personal connections and helping patients feel confident in their smiles.
Outside of work, she enjoys time with her goldendoodle, Quincy, visiting family, shopping, and relaxing with her boyfriend. Her goals include improving her cooking skills and traveling more. Her favorite quote, ‘It’s never too late to be what you might have been.’, by George Eliot, inspires her pursuit of dreams.
Kayla
Registered Dental Hygienist
Born and raised in Ohio, Kayla joined the Pure Smiles team in March 2025. As a dedicated dental hygienist, her favorite part of the job is helping patients feel comfortable and cared for during their visits. Kayla is passionate about continued learning and plans to further her education in local anesthesia. Outside the office, she enjoys reading and exploring new restaurants in her free time.
Vicky
Dental Assistant
Vicky was born and raised in Ohio. She joined the Pure Smiles Westerville team in October 2022. Vicky enjoys making others feel great about their smile. Her favorite thing about working in the dental office is the friendly smiles and nice environment. Vicky’s hobbies include spending time with her family, exploring nature, and traveling with her husband and son. Vicky is also a dog owner. Can you guess what her dog’s name is?
Bridget
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Introducing Bridget, our Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) from Ohio. With a dental assisting certificate from Hayes Technical School in 1999 and EFDA certification from OSU in 2012, Bridget brings a wealth of experience to our team. Joining Pure Smiles in May 2024, she finds fulfillment in building relationships and creating smiles.
Outside of work, Bridget enjoys walking dogs and continuously expanding her knowledge in dentistry.
Lexi
Dental Assistant
Lexi, a skilled dental assistant from the Ohio area, joined our practice in July 2024. She’s passionate about creating a welcoming and positive experience for patients, especially those with dental anxiety. Outside the office, Lexi enjoys spending time with her daughter, friends, and family. She also loves attending concerts and exploring nature through hiking. Lexi is currently working toward earning her Bachelor of Science in dental hygiene.
Keyf
Dental Assistant
Born and raised in Georgia, Keyf—known as KK—joined the Pure Smiles team in April 2025. She enjoys connecting with patients and values the strong sense of teamwork within the office. Outside of work, KK loves spending time with her friends and family, and you’ll often find her singing and dancing in her free time.
Alex
Dental Lab Technician
Alex is a native of Ohio and a skilled dental lab technician at Pure Smiles Westerville. He takes pride in crafting custom dental appliances and finds fulfillment in making a positive difference in people’s lives. Beyond work, he stays active in his community through volunteering and enjoys playing sports and spending time with family, especially his nieces.