Our Team

Meet Our Dentists

Dr. Martha “Jodi” Braid

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Dr. Martha “Jodi” Braid

Pediatric Dentist

Dr. Braid was glad to have the opportunity to come back home to Southern Illinois when she opened Dental Care for Kids in 2008. She considers herself blessed to work with an amazing team who help serve the dental needs of the hard working families of Southern Illinois.

Dr. Braid received her dental degree from Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine in Alton, Illinois. She received her certificate in pediatric dentistry from University of Missouri-Kansas City in affiliation with Children’s Mercy Hospital. There she received specialized training that allows her to provide oral conscious sedation and provide services in an operating room environment. She is a proud Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.

Dr. Braid dedicates a great deal of time to her practice and other professional and community organizations including her church, the dental society, and the health department just to name a few. What Dr. Braid enjoys most is spending time with her husband and children as well as her extended family, who also reside here in Southern Illinois. They spend a lot of time playing back yard sports like basketball and street hockey, riding bikes, boating, hiking, baking and camping.

Dr. Amy Wyatt

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Dr. Amy Wyatt

General Dentist

Dr. Wyatt is a general dentist who grew up right here in Southern Illinois. Although she is not a pediatric dentist, her passion has always been working with kids. After earning her bachelor’s degree in Biology from Saint Louis University, Dr. Wyatt decided to pursue a degree in dentistry at Southern Illinois University-School of Dental Medicine. In 2006, she returned to Southern Illinois to work with children at the Adolescent Health Center. In 2008, Dr. Wyatt began working at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale in their dental hygiene program and Community Dental Center. Dr. Wyatt continues to work part time at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. Dr. Wyatt loves to volunteer at dental events and is hoping to start participating in dental service trips in the Caribbean. Dr. Jodi is thrilled that Dr. Wyatt shares her enthusiasm for providing high quality dental care for our kids.

Meet The Team

Denise

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Denise

Business Assistant/CPR Certified

Denise is a business assistant here at Dental Care for Kids. She has worked in the dental field since 2006. Her favorite part about working at Dental Care for Kids is that everyone works well together and it feels like home. Denise’s favorite part about her job is meeting new people and knowing that she is making their experience  as good as possible. In her free time Denise likes to go camping and boating with her family and friends.  Denise’s ideal vacation spot is anywhere that has a beach.

Heather

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Heather

Coronal Polish | Pit and Fissure Sealants | Nitrous Oxide Monitoring | Sedation Monitoring | CPR Certified

Heather is a dental assistant here at Dental Care for Kids. She has worked in dentistry since 1995. Her favorite part about working at Dental Care for Kids is working with kids and making a difference. She is committed to Dental Care for Kids because she knows she works with a great group of ladies and knows they all strive to make a difference with each child. Heather’s favorite part about her job is watching the kids grow over the years and gain dental confidence. On her free time she likes to spend time with her family. Heather’s hobbies also include crafts. Her favorite vacation spot is St. Pete Beach, Florida.

Marcia

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Marcia

Coronal Polish | Pit and Fissure Sealants | Nitrous Oxide Monitoring | Sedation Monitoring | CPR Certified

Marcia is a dental assistant here at Dental Care for Kids. She has worked in dentistry since 1996. Her favorite part about working at Dental Care for Kids is the children. She is committed to Dental Care for Kids because she knows it is a great place to work and because of the care that is given to the children. Marcia’s favorite part about her job is working with children and working with a great staff. On her free time she likes to spend time with her family. Marcia’s hobbies include riding her Harley with her husband. Her favorite vacation spot is Florida.

Anisha

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Anisha

Coronal Polish | Pit and Fissure Sealants | Nitrous Oxide Monitoring | Sedation Monitoring | CPR Certified | Expanded Restorative Certified

Anisha is an expanded functions dental assistant here at Dentel Care for Kids. She has worked at Dental Care for Kids since 2014. Her favorite part of her job is seeing all of the smiling faces of the patient’s that we see every day and knowing that we are truly making a difference in their lives. Anisha’s hobbies include sports, reading, cooking and being outdoors. She enjoys hiking with her family on the weekends and watching her daughter play soccer.

Tiffany

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Tiffany

Dental Assistant/Coronal Polish/Pit and Fissure Sealants/Nitrous Oxide Monitoring/Sedation Monitoring/CPR Certified

Tiffany is a dental assistant at Dental Care for Kids. She has worked in dentistry for 7 years. Her favorite part about working at Dental Care for Kids is working with the children and helping them overcome their fears so they can have an easy visit. Tiffany is committed to Dental Care for Kids because of the children and her co-workers. Tiffany says “when you love what you do, it’s not work.” She enjoys having a wonderful job that is rewarding. In Tiffany’s free time she enjoys summertime on the water, kayaking, camping, hiking, spending time with family, her boyfriend and his son along with her five fur babies. Tiffany’s favorite vacation spot is her hometown of St. Louis, Eminence, Mo and Tennessee.

Emily

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Emily

Certified Dental Assistant/Coronal Polish/Pit and Fissure Sealants/Nitrous Oxide Monitoring/Sedation Monitoring/CPR Certified

Emily is a certified dental assistant at Dental Care for Kids. She has worked in dentistry for 4 years. Her favorite part about working at Dental Care for Kids is helping children work through their fear of the dentist. Emily is committed to Dental Care for Kids because she enjoys seeing all the children happy and having a good time in our office while completing their treatment in order to have healthy smiles. In Emily’s free time she enjoys reading, riding horses, playing with her dog along with spending time with her fiance and family. Emily’s favorite vacation spot is Gatlinburg, TN and Grand Turk.

Mallory

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Mallory

Coronal Polish | Pit and Fissure Sealants | Nitrous Oxide Monitoring | CPR Certified | Expanded Restorative Certified

Mallory recently graduated the dental assisting program at JALC and has been actively working since April 2022. She is excited for many more months and years! Mallory’s favorite thing about working at Dental Care for Kids is being able to work with children and to work with a great team.

Mallory is committed to her role at Dental Care for Kids because she wants to make an impact on the children and teach them the importance of oral health.

Mallory loves working with the children and such an amazing team that work hard every day.

In her free time she enjoys spending quality time with her family and taking her dogs on walks. She loves crafting, baking and to go shopping! Mallory’s favorite place to vacation is anywhere with a beach and especially Panama City Beach.

Chelsy

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Chelsy

Business Assistant

Chelsy is a business assistant here at Dental Care for Kids. She has worked at Dental Care for Kids since December 2021. Her favorite part about working at Dental Care for Kids is seeing all the children every day. Chelsy’s favorite part about her job is the team she works with quickly became like family and every works so well together. On her free time Chelsy likes to go camping, going to the lake with friends and family, traveling and watching her children play sports. Chelsy’s ideal vacation spot is Gatlinburg, Tennessee and Gulf Shores, Alabama.

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