Meet the N.Tryon-Charlotte Team!
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Dr. Ashley Chandler
Dentist
Meet Dr.Ashley. Dr. Ashley went to University of Florida for her undergraduate degree and the University of North Carolina for dental school. She graduated in 2009 and has been with Smile Starters since 2012. Dr. Ashley loves children and wants every child to have the best experience possible while at the dental office.
When not at the office, Dr. Ashley is most likely with her own kids and husband. They love to enjoy the outdoors together, and when there’s some spare time, Dr. Ashley loves running, baking, and reading.
Dr. Emily Wiles
Dentist
Meet Dr. Emily. Dr. Emily has been working with Smile Starters since 2019. She graduated from Medical University of South Carolina in 2017 in Charleston, SC where she grew up. Dr.Emily loves making kids laugh and smile. The best compliment is when a patient says they love the dentist. In her free time, she enjoys gardening, hiking, and anything involving the water!
Bedcie Leon
Office Manager
Meet our office Manager Bedcie. Bedcie moved from New Jersey in 2013 and shortly after she started her career with Smile Starters. Bedcie has over 15 years of managerial experience. In her spare time, she enjoys gardening, long-distance running, crafting and traveling.
Fun fact: Bedcie is a former Zumba and Hot Hula Fitness instructor.
Audrey DvoÅ™ák
Lead Hygienist
Meet our Lead Hygienist Audrey. Audrey has been the lead hygienist since Smile Starters North Tryon opened in 2003. She has enjoyed treating many patients and watching them grow from children to adults. Audrey takes pride when her past patients bring their own children in for cleanings.
Building trusting relationships with her Smile Starters patients and helping ease dental anxiety brings her great delight!
Outside of work, Audrey enjoys spending time with her husband and two children. She is an avid fitness junkie and loves to travel to new places!
We are always excited to see you! Visit us at:
4901 N.Tryon St. Charlotte, NC 28213
Jenny Alvarez
Lead Dental Assistant
Meet our Lead Dental Assistant, Jenny.
Jenny has been a valued member of the Smile Starters team for seven years. For the past four years, she has been credentialed to provide patient care in the operating room and conduct consultations with parents.
Outside of work, Jenny is a mother of three. She enjoys attending concerts and exploring the natural world, including trails, waterfalls, hikes, and botanical gardens.
Jenny finds great satisfaction in building trust with children and transforming their perceptions of visiting the dentist into positive experiences. She also appreciates our patients' parents, who often express their gratitude for the welcoming environment we provide for their children. It's also very rewarding for her when patients specifically ask for her when she's not immediately visible.
Dr. Meena Chandramouly
Dentist
Meet Dr.Meena. Dr. Meena Chandramouly graduated with distinction from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry. As a dentist, she is dedicated to providing a safe and fun environment for kids to receive quality dental care and is committed to making each of these visits an enjoyable experience for both the children and their families. As part of her commitment to long-term oral health success, she believes in building strong relationships with both parents and children.
Outside of dentistry, Dr. Chandramouly enjoys music, singing, outdoor activities, and spending time with her family. She is passionate about serving others, and committed to giving back to the community through a variety of volunteer dental outreach programs.
It is Dr. Chandramouly's mission is to provide exceptional dental care to patients in a warm and welcoming environment. As an enthusiastic new member of the practice, she looks forward to meeting families in the community and helping them to achieve a lifetime of healthy smiles.
