Meet the Staff
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Allison
Front Desk/Assistant
I try my best to schedule appointments that work well with our patients’ busy lives to make their orthodontic treatment as convenient as possible. Working in this field has been a great experience. It’s so wonderful to see the reaction in a patient’s face when their teeth start to change and ultimately become a beautiful smile. My husband, Jerry, and I have two children, Kennedy and Karoline, and a cat named Thomas. In my free time I enjoy going to church, running after my kids, and watching University of Alabama football!
Kristen
Orthodontic Assistant/Lab Tech
My favorite part of working in this office is getting to know all our wonderful patients. They’re all so interesting and I love to hear about what’s going on at work or school. We take orthodontics very seriously but also know how to have a really fun time. My husband, Scott, and I have two sons, Brady and Brant. When I’m not at work I can be found helping out at my sons’ school and walking outdoors.
Lori
Orthodontic Assistant/Head Lab Tech
I assist Dr. Long with patient care and work in the lab to make appliances and retainers. It is great to build relationships with so many people and I love catching up with them when they come in for adjustments. Dr. Long is an excellent orthodontist; he gave me my smile when I was ten years old! I am married to my husband, Todd, and we have four children: Luke, Chelsey, Marleigh, and Clay. I spend most of my free time working out at the gym, walking, and watching my kids play sports.
Randl
Orthodontic Assistant/Records Tech/Invisalign® Treatment Coordinator
I ensure that our new patients feel welcome and comfortable during their first visits to our office and answer any questions they may have about their Invisalign treatment. I love getting to know patients and helping them achieve a new, beautiful smile. Dr. Long was my orthodontist when I was a kid and I’ve always loved my smile! Outside the office I enjoy watching my daughter, Mackenzie, cheer and dance. We also have two dogs, Caesar and Molly.
Wanda
Lead Orthodontic Assistant
I assist Dr. Long with patient care and help to organize the rest of our team of assistants. I have so much fun talking to our patients about their family and school activities. We have a great, open environment where everyone feels comfortable and trusting relationships are made. It is truly like a family here. My husband, Kip, and I have two children named Brett and Ben, two dogs named Jake and Sam, and a cat named Jinks. I love to watch my son play baseball, go for bike rides, cook, and go to the beach.
Rebecca
Orthodontic Assistant
I can be found working along side Dr. Long when he places and removes braces, as well as during regular appointments. Hearing about all our patients’ different school and family activities makes the day go by so quickly! They are all such interesting people. We have a great team here, too, and I feel very fortunate to work with them. Craig, my husband, and I have two wonderful children named Ella and Jake. I enjoy playing outside with my children, shopping, and going to the beach.
Wendi
Treatment and Financial Coordinator
I assist our patients by explaining their course of orthodontic treatment and help them to make a financial plan that will work within their budget. I love meeting new people and seeing the changes in their confidence as their smiles improve. When I have free time I spend it with my daughters, Hannah and Maghan. I also enjoy the outdoors and watching football.
Samantha
Orthodontic Assistant
Dr. Long is a very kind and understanding doctor, and I enjoy assisting him with all aspects of our patients’ care. We have a lot of fun here, especially with contests and prizes, because we want our patients to enjoy their time with us. Outside the office, I can be found playing with my dog, Diesel, shopping, going to the gym, and spending time with my family.
Stephanie
Treatment and Financial Coordinator
I greet all our new patients at their initial exam and welcome them into our office. I explain all their treatment options and make sure they can confidently choose an option that fits their orthodontic and financial needs. It is wonderful to see patients’ excitement when they first start treatment but it’s even better to see their faces when their treatment is complete. I have one daughter named Madison who I love to spend time with. I also enjoy shopping, exercising, and playing softball.
Tammy
Orthodontic Assistant
I am very kind and compassionate when it comes to assisting Dr. Long with patient care. I understand that having braces is a big deal, and I want our patients to be as comfortable as possible, both in our office and when they leave. Dr. Long is an excellent orthodontist who is very friendly and caring towards his patients and staff. He makes this a great place to work! Larry, my husband, and I have two children, Alex and Nicole. When I’m not walking or doing cardio-boxing, I can be found helping to train Newfoundland dogs in water rescue.
Marcia
Scheduling Coordinator
I greet each patient and their family when they first walk into our office. At our front desk, I can assist with any appointment questions and take care of all our patients’ scheduling needs. I want their orthodontic treatment to be as convenient as possible and work with them to fit appointments into their busy schedule. My husband, Steve, and I have three children named Valarie, Jamie, and Lane, as well as a dog, Sam. I enjoy walking and going to the gym, backpacking, and spending time with my family.
Tonya
Orthodontic Assistant
I know first hand what an excellent orthodontist Dr. Long is; all of my daughters got their beautiful smiles from him long before I ever started working here. I was so impressed with his level of care and commitment to his patients that I knew this would be a great place to work. I love to laugh and build relationships with our patients that extend beyond their treatment. My home is full with three children, Kyndal, Karly, and Kamden, two dogs named Paisley and Khloe, and two cats named Caleb and Jett. When I’m not watching my girls cheer I enjoy decorating my house and shopping.