Our Team

I woke up one day in fifth grade and knew that I wanted to be in the dental field! After spending a few years at UNCW concentrating on Psychology, I transferred to Cape Fear Community College to focus on dentistry. I later graduated with my Associates in Dental Hygiene and Applied Sciences. Since then I have continued to expand my knowledge through various continuing education courses. I am certified in Myofunctional Therapy, which helps retrain tongue posture and swallowing habits. I want to continue to learn as much as I can about dentistry and overall health.

When I am not making smiles brighter, my husband and I are navigating through our crazy life with our son, Nico. He keeps us plenty busy and on our toes watching him ride dirt bikes! We have two small dogs that we spoil daily. I also enjoy decorating, organizing, and making our house our home.

My husband and I were both born and raised in Wilmington. We are blessed with two wonderful daughters who fill our lives with joy. I have been with Kuzma Advanced Dentistry since 2007, and I truly love my job! It is an honor to help transform patients’ lives, one smile at a time. Creating new, positive memories for patients who have had bad experiences is incredibly rewarding. Dentistry has evolved significantly since I became a dental assistant in 1999, and I am committed to being part of a team that continuously learns new methods to provide exceptional and compassionate care for our patients.

I moved to North Carolina two years ago with my fiancé, Justin. I am originally from Bristol, Rhode Island. I love the beach life and relaxing with our three bull dogs (Butch Cassidy, Carolina, and Ladybug). My son, who just retired from the Army after 4 years, just recently moved to Wilmington and I could not be more thrilled to have him around more often!

I have been in the dental field for over twenty five years and I couldn’t imagine my life any other way. I take pride in the fact that I have been trained in so many advanced aspects of dentistry, but have specialized in cosmetics. Everyone feels better with a great big smile!

I was born and raised right here in Wilmington, and I could not imagine living anywhere else! I graduated from CFCC in 2005 with a certificate in dental assisting and a bachelor’s degree in psychology. Not only have I had the pleasure of meeting and working with some amazing people, but I am also incredibly blessed to call Kuzma Advanced Dentistry my work home. Our staff is incredibly talented, knowledgeable and kind. If I am not at work you can most definitely find me at home or at the beach spending time with my friends and family; my 9 year old son, Matthew, makes life amazing!

I am originally from Queens, New York, but I have absolutely fallen in love with Wilmington! All I ever knew were busy streets with dreadful traffic. I’m very happy with the change of pace! When not at work, I love experimenting with different make-up looks and outfits.

I have been in the dental field since I was eighteen years old, and I absolutely love it. I feel very blessed to have the opportunity to work with Dr. Kuzma and the team; I am constantly learning and growing. Helping people achieve their dental goals and seeing their excitement is honestly one of the best feelings!

I am originally from Brazil. My husband, Lars, and I moved here from the Boston area two years ago with our westie dog, Huckie. Since moving here, our family has grown by one fur baby named Willie. Wilmington has been very welcoming to us. We love spending time with the great friends that we have here, our dogs, and exploring all the great things that Wilmington has to offer.

I’ve been in the dental field since I graduated from dental school in Brazil in 2009. My professional life took a different turn after moving to the States, but I am so glad that Kuzma Advanced Dentistry brought me back to the dental field. I love being able to improve people’s dental health and seeing the impact a great smile can make on their life.

When people ask me where I’m from, I’m tempted to just say, “America!” I was born in California but moved to the Midwest shortly thereafter. I like to say that I split my “growing-up” time between Kansas City, Missouri and Wilmington, Delaware (the “other” Wilmington!). My college years began at Vanderbilt University, followed by The University of Delaware, where I majored in Biology with a Physical Therapy interest. Since then, I have lived in Pennsylvania, Maryland, New Jersey and Charlotte, NC, prior to landing in the Wilmington, NC area 16 years ago. Although it took me a while to find the “right” Wilmington, I couldn’t be happier to live and work in a city that offers the beach, “America’s Best Riverfront,” and truly has the feel of being a college town. My two children, Austin and Payton are both UNCW alumni and still call Wilmington home. When I’m not working, playing Pickleball, or trying to hang out with my adult children, you will most likely find me traveling, reading on the beach, or attempting any sport or physical activity that keeps me moving! My most recent professional decision to join Dr. Kuzma’s team has been one of the best I’ve ever made. Each week, I am blessed to have a front row seat to seeing patients’ smiles, dental health and overall well-being change and improve forever! Dr. Kuzma’s neuromuscular approach to dentistry absolutely leads to total dental wellness for all his patients, and it’s an incredible privilege to work with his amazing team.