Meet Our Dental Team Corbin

Shanda, Expanded Functions Dental Assistant, Clinical Team Leader

Shanda’s career at CFDC started back in 2016. She is from right here in Corbin and loves being able to help and educate patients in the community to improve their oral health.

Shanda has two daughters, Olivia and Koda. When she isn’t busy at the practice, she enjoys being outside, traveling to new places, and trying new foods. She also enjoys paint-by-number projects and reading.

Shanda is a certified Expanded Functions Dental Assistant through ChoiceMD and the University of Kentucky. She also has experience with orthodontic assisting, surgical assisting, and treating pediatric patients. She has achieved many continuing education certifications over the years, including Coronal Polishing, ZOOM Whitening, dental implant assisting, intravenous lines for sedation dentistry, and medical emergencies.

Caitlin, Patient Care Coordinator, Administrative Team Leader

Caitlin is a proud native of Southeastern Kentucky, having grown up just below Pine Mountain State Park. She attended Eastern Kentucky University, where she studied Biology and met her husband, Christopher. Married since 2018, Caitlin and Christopher share their home with a variety of pets, including dogs, cats, and bunnies. When she’s not tending to her garden, Caitlin enjoys crafting, thrift shopping, and spending quality time with her family.

Caitlin is passionate about helping people achieve beautiful, healthy smiles and takes pride in offering exceptional care to our patients. She is grateful to work alongside such a skilled and compassionate team at CFDC. Since joining the practice in January 2020, Caitlin has earned certifications in Expanded Duties Assisting, Zoom Whitening, Care Credit, and played a key role in developing the In-Office Brilliant Membership Plan. She is also an active member of the American Association of Dental Office Managers.

Whitney, Registered Dental Hygienist

Whitney's career in dentistry as a whole spans fourteen years and counting. In fact, she knew she wanted to work in this field since she was very young – it was her true calling! For her education, she attended EKU and Bluegrass Community & Technical College, where she was the Vice President of the Student American Dental Hygiene Association. Whitney has received advanced training in ZOOM! Whitening and local anesthesia, and has expanded her licensure to provide laser dentistry and treat patients with general supervision. What she enjoys most about her job is being able to develop relationships with her patients while helping them achieve healthier, happier mouths. She can also provide topical numbing agents and desensitizing products to make your appointment more comfortable as needed.

Whitney hails from Corbin and was married in August of 2016. She is the proud mother of one daughter, Anna, and one son named Kace! In her free time, she enjoys antiquing, traveling, boating, and camping. 

Jennifer, Registered Dental Hygienist, Hygiene Team Leader

Jennifer’s dental career started in 2019 as an Expanded Duties Dental Assistant. Deciding to continue her education and career, she then went on to earn her Registered Dental Hygiene degree through Big Sandy Community and Technical College in Prestonsburg, Kentucky. Along with holding her Dental Hygiene degree, she also has certifications in Local Anesthesia and Laser Therapy.

Jennifer grew up in Jackson County and now lives in Laurel County with her husband Johnny and two children, Lucy and Silas. During her time outside of the dental office, she enjoys traveling with her family, whether that is to the beach or a campground somewhere.

Emma, Registered Dental Hygienist

Born and raised in Corbin, KY, Emma chose to pursue a career in the dental field and has never looked back. She went to study at Bluegrass Community and Technical College to earn her license as a dental hygienist as well as her certification in local anesthesia and laser therapy. Today, she loves being able to help others learn about their oral health and teach them how to maintain a beautiful smile!

At home, Emma enjoys spending time with family and friends, working out, reading, and hanging out with her goldendoodle named Benny. She also loves watching sports due to growing up with two brothers and constantly being exposed to games. One interesting thing about her: she is very organized and loves finding a place for everything.

Jackie, Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Jackie is from London, KY, where she attended Choice MD and furthered her education at the University of Kentucky for Expanded Functions Dental Assisting. Jackie is married to her husband Josh, and together they love raising their wonderful kids, Jayla and Jonah. In her spare time, she enjoys outdoor activities like kayaking and hiking. She is always excited to play board games and go shopping. Jackie finds it incredibly rewarding to meet new patients and help them improve their smiles.

With half a decade of experience in dentistry and counting, she is certified in expanded functions dental assisting, coronal polishing, and ZOOM whitening, and she has also completed a dental assistant course to place intravenous lines for sedation. She looks forward to seeing you at the office!

Breanna, Patient Care Coordinator

For Breanna, it’s the people that make Corbin Family Dental Care truly special, referring to both our patients and her fellow team members! Originally from Pineville, she is a proud mom of two kids, and they are a sports family who love to travel. Back at home, you’ll often find her doing crafts or thrifting.