Office Manager
Kassia – Office Manager
Kassia brings years of experience in the dental field, excelling in both front & back office roles. Her extensive knowledge & dedication ensure the smooth operation of the practice & an exceptional experience for every patient. Born & raised in the Atlanta area, Kassia has a deep connection to the community she serves.
When she’s not at the office, she enjoys working out & spending quality time with her kids, who keep her busy & inspired. Kassia’s commitment to her family & her profession shines through in everything she does, making her a vital part of the team.
Treatment Coordinators
Kierra – Treatment Coordinator
Born & raised in Georgia, Kierra has over 8 years of experience in dentistry. When she’s not working, she loves spending her spare time with her family.
Nayeli – Treatment Coordinator
Originally from El Salvador, Nayeli graduated from Fortis College as a dental assistant & has been in the dental field for over a year now. Her favorite part of working at ADE is building relationships with her patients. When out of the office, she enjoys spending time with her family, going to the beach & taking trips to El Salvador.
Jesse – Treatment Coordinator
Jesse was born & raised in Atlanta, Georgia. Jesse has been in dentistry for over two years. He has been a treatment coordinator for close to half a year with Austell Dental Excellence. During his free time, he enjoys hanging out with his friends & family & going to church. He also loves to watch football, teach & practice boxing & go to the gym.
Yamilet – Treatment Coordinator
Yamilet is 24 years old, has been in the dental field for over three years & she loves it! Her goal is to go back to school & hopefully become a dental hygienist soon. She loves working in an environment where she can help people & brighten their day a little. Yamilet speaks both English & Spanish. In her free time, she likes to be with family & her two dogs. She also loves doing makeup, listening to music & going on hikes as well as finding new places to visit & try out.
Orthodontic Assistant
Andrea – Orthodontic Assistant
Andrea has worked as an orthodontic assistant for over five years. She truly enjoys seeing the transformation in patients’ smiles throughout their treatments & being part of a process that makes a positive difference in their lives. In her free time, she loves spending time outdoors with her family, exploring new places & trying exciting activities. Creating memorable experiences with her loved ones is something she values deeply.
Maricsa – Orthodontic Assistant
Maricsa has been a dental assistant for many years now at Austell Dental Excellence. She graduated from Dental Assistant of Atlanta & has been working with braces to help patients achieve a healthy & beautiful smile. In her free time, she enjoys riding horses at her farm & loves to spend time with her loved ones.
Hygienists
LaRanda, RDH, BS, FADHA – Hygienist
LaRanda was raised in Kentucky & moved to Georgia in 2003. She graduated from the University of Kentucky with an AAS in Dental Hygiene in 1993. She continued her education earning a Bachelor of Science from Brescia University in 2002 & completed the prestigious Fellowship program with the American Dental Hygienists’ Association in 2024. She holds certification for local anesthesia as well as the use of laser technology.
LaRanda has many years of experience working in general, periodontal & cosmetic practices & offers a broad understanding of dentistry including dental sleep medicine & orthodontics. She is a lifelong learner & enjoys staying current with all the latest technology & dental related topics.
In her spare time you can find her on the tennis or pickleball court, traveling with her family, or snuggling with her sweet 5-pound Maltipoo, Daisy.
Mariana – Hygienist Assistant
Mariana graduated from Atlanta Academy of Dental Assisting. She enjoys helping people & making them feel confident about their smiles. In her free time, she enjoys being with her family, riding horses with her dad & having fun.
Dental Assistants
Nayeli – Expanded Duties Dental Assistant
Nayeli received her dental assisting certificate from Dental Assistant School Of Atlanta. Nayeli loves making patients feel happy & loves helping patients gain their confidence with their smiles. In her free time, Nayeli enjoys spending time with her loved ones & helping in her church.
Betty – Dental Assistant
Originally from Cuba, Betty is now studying to revalidate her dentist degree in the U.S. She is deeply dedicated to the profession of dentistry & particularly enjoys helping patients.
Jasmine – Dental Assistant
Jasmine received her certificate from the Dental Assistant School of Atlanta. She was inspired to go into the dental field because of encouragement from her cousins. She enjoys going to concerts, listening to music & watching her favorite shows.
Janee – Dental Assistant
Janee was born & raised in Atlanta, Georgia. She graduated from Fortis College, where she found her love for taking care of patients & helping them with their needs.
Outside of the office, Janee enjoys cooking & mini vacations.