Meet Our Team
We recognize that our patients are unique and deserve to receive high-quality orthodontic care that reflects their individual needs. Our experienced and talented orthodontic team is committed to working with you and your family to create a comfortable and rewarding orthodontic experience every time you visit our orthodontic practices in Asheville, North Asheville, Marion & Rutherfordton, NC. We are pleased to welcome you and your family, and we look forward to working with you.
Here are some of the people who will welcome you when you visit our orthodontic office …
ASHEVILLE TEAM
Amy
Practice Administrator
Amy joined the dental field and the TS Orthodontics and Dental Specialists team in 2009. As the practice administrator, Amy is responsible for overseeing the financials, insurance and assisting patients. She loves meeting new patients and encouraging them throughout their entire orthodontic experience.
Amy is from Concord, North Carolina. She graduated from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She is married with two children, Emma, Hunter and her daughter-in-law, Casey. She thoroughly enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She also has two black Labradors, Piper and Finley. Amy also enjoys reading and traveling the world.
“I am so proud to work with Dr. Scanlan and our extraordinary team! Being able to meet new families and being a part of their orthodontic journey is a real joy. Knowing that our team transforms people through their smiles makes my day!”
Hillary
Financial Coordinator
Hillary joined the dental field in 2011, and TS Orthodontics and Dental Specialists in 2012. As the financial coordinator, she assists patients with their contracts, insurance and any financial concerns or questions.
Hillary is a native of Black Mountain and graduated from Owen High School. She married her high school sweetheart, Corey and they have 2 sons, Sutton and Cooper. She also has 2 dogs, Scout and Beau and 1 cat, Fern. Hillary thoroughly enjoys family lake days, going to concerts, playing volleyball and thrifting.
“I love working at TS Orthodontics because I get to be a part of the unique transformation from patient to patient while working with the best coworkers who I call family.”
Meredith
Treatment Coordinator/Patient Care Coordinator
Meredith joined the dental field and the TS Orthodontics and Dental Specialists team in 2021. As a treatment coordinator, she serves patients by welcoming each new family and guiding them through the initial treatment steps. She helps patients overcome obstacles preventing or delaying the start of treatment that ends with a confident and healthy smile!
Meredith is a native of Asheville, North Carolina. She and her husband, Alec, have 3 children, Ava, Brooks and Carson. Fun fact: She has an identical twin! She is always on the go and enjoys spontaneous trips to new places. She enjoys hiking, reading and quality time with her family! She also has a passion for the beauty industry and she provides makeovers for brides in her free time.
“TS Orthodontics is the best place in the world! It’s not work here, it’s family!”
Bri
Treatment Coordinator
Bri joined the dental field in 2015, and TS Orthodontics and Dental Specialists in 2018. As a treatment coordinator, she serves patients by welcoming each new family and guiding them through the initial treatment steps. She helps patients overcome obstacles preventing or delaying the start of treatment that ends with a confident and healthy smile!
A proud Madison County native, Bri graduated from Madison High School in 2013, and continued her education at Mayland Community College. Bri is married to Austin and they have 3 energetic boys, including twins. Their home is filled with a fun mix of pets: A German shepherd, Ruger, an Aussiedoddle, Nelli, a cavapoo, Kimber and a cat, Addie. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, shopping, sipping iced coffee and spending time with her friends and family.
“Working at TS Orthodontics has given me a second family. The doctors and team have become some of my greatest friends over the years. Not to mention, we have the most amazing patients and I am overjoyed helping people achieve their beautiful smiles!”
Hannah
Patient Care Coordinator
Hannah joined the dental field and TS Orthodontics and Dental Specialists in 2025. As a patient care coordinator, Hannah is one of the voices on the phone helping with all of your needs. She also serves patients by welcoming each family as they enter the office and by scheduling appointments.
Hannah was born and raised in Spruce Pine, North Carolina. She attended and graduated from Appalachian State University and returned to Asheville. When she is not working,
she loves to spend time with family and friends, running, being at the lake, reading, being outdoors and traveling to new places.
“I love working at TSO because our team’s primary focus is serving others and building relationships while helping patients achieve beautiful, confident smiles!”
Emilee
Patient Care Coordinator
Bio Coming Soon!
Nicole
Patient Care Coordinator
Nicole joined the dental field and TS Orthodontics and Dental Specialists in 2025. As a patient care coordinator, Nicole is one of the voices on the phone helping with all of your
needs. She also serves patients by welcoming each family as they enter the office and by scheduling appointments.
Nicole was born in Livingston, New Jersey, and grew up in Jacksonville, Florida. Nicole studied and received her BS in psychology and sociology from Jacksonville University.
She relocated to Asheville, in May of 2024, with her rescue dog, Lucy!
When she is not working, she enjoys being outdoors, hiking with her dog Lucy, re-working vintage clothes and furniture and reading.
“The TSO team feels like a family away from home and I love working with the team because of the dedication that we exemplify in serving our community!”
Taylor B.
Clincial Director/Orthodontic Assistant
Taylor joined the dental field and TS Orthodontics and Dental Specialists in 2013. As an orthodontic assistant, she assists patients during their orthodontic journey.
Taylor is a Burnsville, North Carolina native, who married her high school sweetheart, Johnathon. They have a son, Grayson, and a labradoodle, Sherman. Taylor loves spending time with her family and friends. She also loves running, playing volleyball and softball.
“I love working at TS Orthodontics and how our team works together in making treatment an extraordinary experience, not just an appointment! I love building relationships with our patients, having fun and sharing in the transformations they undergo achieving their perfect, confident smiles.”
Brook
Clinical Director/Orthodontic Assistant
Brook joined the dental field and TS Orthodontics and Dental Specialists in 2021. As an orthodontic assistant, she assists patients through their orthodontic journey from beginning to end.
Brook grew up in Woodfin, North Carolina, and she graduated from Madison High School and AB Tech. She recently married her love, Jonathan and together they have 2 dogs, Scout and Saint! Outside of work, she enjoys the outdoors, including the lake and hanging out with friends and family.
“I love working with Dr. Scanlan and the TS Orthodontics and Dental Specialists team because it feels like working with family. I enjoy being able to watch our patients journey through treatment and seeing their beautiful smiles and confidence that will last a lifetime.”
Haylee
Orthodontic Assistant
Haylee joined the dental field in 2021, and the TS Orthodontics and Dental Specialists team in 2022. As an orthodontic assistant, she assists patients throughout their entire orthodontic journey.
Haylee is from Marshall, North Carolina, where she attended and graduated from Madison High School. She resides in Waynesville. Haylee has one son, Benton Conner and a cat named Ollie! In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and reading of course!
“I love working at TS Orthodontics because I love the team I work with and guiding patients to their new, healthy and beautiful smiles. Having been a patient of TS Orthodontics myself, I have experienced this!”
Victoria
Orthodontic Assistant
Victoria joined the dental field in 2019, and the TS Orthodontics and Dental Specialists team in 2022. As an orthodontic assistant, she assists patients throughout their entire orthodontic journey.
Victoria is from Leicester, North Carolina. She attended and graduated from Erwin High School. She recently got engaged to her love, Cody! She loves spending time with her two nieces, Elizabeth and Annabella. She also has two cats, Mako and Loki. Victoria enjoys spending her free time reading, hiking or relaxing at home!
“I love working with the team at TS Orthodontics because everyone is always so happy and works well together. I also love seeing all of the happy faces with new smiles!”
Lexy
Orthodontic Assistant
Lexy joined the dental field in 2022, and the TS Orthodontics and Dental Specialists team in 2024. As an orthodontic assistant, she assists patients throughout their entire orthodontic journey.
Lexy grew up in Fayetteville, NC, in the military, along with 4 siblings. She moved to Asheville and attended the University of North Carolina at Asheville, on a full-ride scholarship for volleyball, earning a BS in biology.
Lexy loves to learn, create art, play volleyball and spend time hiking outside with her dog, Finn. She is passionate about helping others and providing a safe place for all.
“Working at TS Orthodontics, I enjoy the people the most! Our doctors are wonderful and I love working with an amazing team! It is the best feeling to see patients’ smiles and confidence grow throughout treatment.”
Sara
Orthodontic Assistant
Bio Coming Soon!
Mekenzie
Lab Technician
Mekenzie joined the dental field in 2017, and TS Orthodontics and Dental Specialists in 2020. She is responsible for printing 3D models and fabricating aligners and retainers.
Mekenzie was born and raised in Asheville, North Carolina. She graduated from Enka High School. In her free time, you can find her with her husband and 5 dogs! Mekenzie loves the lake, thrifting and living in the mountains. She also loves desserts!
“I am so blessed to work with such a good group of people in a wonderful work environment. I love that my role in the office helps patients maintain their new smiles for life!”
Kaitlyn
Sterilization Tech
Kaitlyn joined the dental field in 2025, and the TS Orthodontics and Dental Specialists team in 2025. As a sterilization technician, she is responsible for ensuring instruments are clean, disinfected and sterile to prevent infection and ensure patient and team safety by adhering to infection control protocols.
Kaitlyn is from Asheville and she graduated from Veritas Christian Academy. She lives in Arden and she has a dog named Caroline and two cats, Hammie and Whiskey. During her freetime, she enjoys cheering on the Buffalo Bills! GO BILLS!
“TS Orthodontics is a wonderful place to work because the team is extremely welcoming and they are always willing to step in and help!”
MARION/RUTHERFORDTON TEAM
Charish
Patient Care Coordinator
Charish joined the dental field and TS Orthodontics and Dental Specialists in 2023. As a patient care coordinator and financial coordinator, Charish is one of the voices on the phone helping with all of your needs, such as contracts, insurance and financial questions. She also serves patients by welcoming each family as they enter the office and by scheduling appointments.
Charish grew up in Chesnee, South Carolina, and she attended Mountain View Christian Academy, where she graduated in 2016. She and her husband, Jason share 2 sons, Legend and Maverick. They also have 2 dogs, a German shepherd, Heidi and a yellow Labrador, Partner, along with horses. Charish has competed in rodeos and barrel racing for over 10 years. In her free time, she enjoys photography, riding horses and vacations with her family.
“I am grateful to be part of TS Orthodontics as my team members have become my best friends. I love meeting all of our patients and getting to know them. They are the best!”
Taylor A.
Treatment Coordinator
Taylor joined the dental field and TS Orthodontics and Dental Specialists in 2019. As a treatment coordinator, she serves patients by welcoming each new family and guiding them through the initial treatment steps. She helps patients overcome obstacles preventing or delaying the start of treatment that ends with a confident and healthy
smile!
Taylor is a native of Marion, North Carolina, where she graduated from McDowell High School. She married her high school sweetheart, Avery. Together they have a goldendoodle, Jaxon. In her free time, Taylor is active in church and enjoys planning the next road trip.
“I love working at TS Orthodontics because I love seeing the patients’ confidence with their new smiles! It is a wonderful feeling going to work every day with an awesome team.”
Taylor C.
Clinical Director/Orthodontic Assistant
Taylor joined the dental field in 2016, and TS Orthodontics and Dental Specialists in 2018. As an orthodontic assistant, she assists the patient throughout their entire orthodontic journey.
Taylor was born and raised in Marion. She graduated from McDowell High School in 2012, and continued her education at AB Tech, where she graduated from the dental assisting program. Taylor has a miniature schnauzer, Leo. In her free time, Taylor enjoys sporting events and traveling with family and friends. She loves seeing and experiencing new things.
“I love working at TS Orthodontics because it is a Godly and family-oriented environment where I am treated so well, given daily encouragement and made to feel valued!”
Emma
Orthodontic Assistant
Emma joined the dental field and the TS Orthodontics and Dental Specialists team in 2024. As an orthodontic assistant, she assists patients throughout their entire orthodontic journey.
Emma grew up in Rutherford County with her twin sister and family! When she is not working, she really enjoys spending time at her church and participating in church activities with the youth and young adult groups!
“I love being a part of TSO because it allows me to help patients feel confident and proud of their smiles!”
Ashtyn
Orthodontic Assistant
Ashtyn joined the dental field in 2021, and the TS Orthodontics and Dental Specialists team in 2024. As an orthodontic assistant, she assists patients throughout their entire orthodontic journey.
Ashtyn is from Sarasota, Florida, and she recently relocated to Rutherfordton with her family. She loves going to country concerts and she loves the PBR (Professional Bull Riders)!
“I love working at TS Orthodontics because I love seeing the smiles and confidence that we bring to patients.”
Kennedy
Patient Care Coordinator/Orthodontic Assistant
Kennedy joined the dental field in 2017, and the TS Orthodontics and Dental Specialists team in 2022. As an orthodontic assistant, she assists the patient throughout their entire orthodontic journey.
Kennedy grew up in McDowell County and attended McDowell High School. She married her high school sweetheart, Josh and together they have two sons, Ridge and Slater. In her free time, Kennedy enjoys spending time with friends and being at the lake, shopping and being at church.
“I love being part of an amazing team and getting to see the confidence that patients gain once treatment is complete and braces are removed!”
ORAL SURGERY TEAM
Sierra
Financial Coordinator
Sierra joined the dental field and TS Orthodontics and Dental Specialists team in 2022. As the financial coordinator, she assists patients with their contracts, insurance and any financial concerns or questions.
Sierra is a native of Marion, North Carolina, where she attended and graduated from McDowell High School. She and her husband, Andrew, have two kids, Everlee and Walker. They also have 7 hunting dogs as part of their family. In her free time, Sierra enjoys spending time with her family and church family. She also enjoys camping, singing at church and going to the beach.
“Working at TS Orthodontics and Dental Specialists, I have gained another family! I love the close knit atmosphere and thoroughly enjoy coming to work every day!”
Samantha
Patient Care Coordinator
Samantha joined the dental field and TS Orthodontics and Dental Specialists in 2023. As a patient care coordinator, Samantha is one of the voices on the phone helping with all of your needs. She also serves patients by welcoming each family as they enter the office and by scheduling appointments.
Samantha grew up in Marion and she attended McDowell High School. She and her husband, Tanner, have a son, Casey, and a daughter, Camryn. They also have 2 yorkie dogs, Shorty and Tank. In her free time, Samantha enjoys spending time with her family and doing crafts and baking.
“I love working at TS Orthodontics because it is a wonderful team that brings beautiful smiles and joy to the patients. I enjoy getting to know our patients and families and love seeing the kids in our community have a beautiful and confident smile!”
Kayla
Surgical/Clinical Director/Oral Surgery Assistant
Kayla joined the dental field and the TS Orthodontics and Dental Specialists team in 2020. As an oral surgery assistant, she assists patients through their oral surgery procedures.
Kayla is a native of Rutherfordton, North Carolina. She graduated from Isothermal Community College in 2014, and she previously worked as a licensed practical nurse in long-term care for 12 years. She and her husband, Eric, have three children, Saydie, Hank and Vayda. They also have a dog, Ruger. Kayla enjoys spending time with her family and friends and traveling.
“TS Orthodontics and Dental Specialists is a wonderful atmosphere, full of joyful patients and a great team, where I still get to implement my nursing skills.”
Brooke
Oral Surgery Assistant
Brooke joined the dental field and the TS Orthodontics and Dental Specialists team in 2025. As an oral surgery assistant, she assists patients through their oral surgery procedures.
Brooke is a native of Rutherford County. She and her husband, Cody, and two wonderful children, Avie Jo and Wade. Outside of the office, she enjoys reading, thrifting, crafting and hunting with her husband.
“I love TSO because of the people. Both team members and patients make this job so special to me! I am proud to be a part of such a great team!”
Ryleigh
Oral Surgery Assistant
Ryleigh joined the dental field and the TS Orthodontics and Dental Specialists team in 2025. As an oral surgery assistant, she assists patients through their oral surgery procedures.
Ryleigh is from Old Fort and she attended and graduated from Owen High School. She recently married her love, Wade, and they have a German shorthaired pointer, Tikka. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and church friends, riding motorcycles, hunting and fishing.
“Working at TS Orthodontics and Dental Specialists has been a blessing as I have gained another family! I love the team work and helpfulness from each team member and I could not imagine a better place to work.”
As one of the premier orthodontic practices in Asheville, North Asheville, Marion & Rutherfordton, NC, our orthodontist and the team at TS Orthodontics also provide five-star orthodontic care to patients from Spruce Pine, Burnsville, Morganton, Marshall, Weaverville, Black Mountain, Sylva, Canton, Fairview, Royal Pines, Old Fort & Mars Hill, NC, and the surrounding areas.
























