About Us

Darla

Regional Manager

Part of the dental field since 1999, Darla began working for Dr. Edwards as an office manager in Clemson. She became the practice manager for Dental Associates of Easley in 2016 and has recently taken on the title of regional manager.

She and her husband have been married since 1993 and they reside in Seneca. During her free time, Darla loves caring for her pigs at her husband’s pig farm.

Amanda

Practice Manager

Having entered the dental field in 2007, Amanda is experienced in many aspects of our office. She received her Dental Assisting certificate from Tri-County Technical in 2007 and started her career as a dental assistant. She realized her true niche was in dental administration as she has a passion for organization and efficiency, and she’s continually committed to ensuring that our office runs as effectively and smoothly as possible. While she wears many hats, she is primarily responsible for concluding your dental visit, reviewing any treatment options, and reviewing accounts, insurance, and financial information.

During her free time, Amanda loves visiting the beach, spending time with friends and family, and shopping. She married her husband, Nick, in 2012, and they have a daughter named Ella and a son named Cash.

Shannon

Financial Coordinator

One of the first smiling faces you see when entering our office, Shannon has been involved in administrative work since 1999 and is highly knowledgeable in coordinating insurance, financing, and billing. She joined our team in 2013 and is passionate about helping people achieve healthy, confident smiles.

Shannon was born and raised in Easley and has been married to her husband, Lance, since 2000. She has two handsome sons, Colie and Emery, and she loves summer at the beach, spending time with her family, and proudly cheering for the Clemson Tigers!

Shana

Insurance coordinator

Shana started her dental career with Dental Associates of Easley in 2007. She is a huge part of our team as she handles insurance and works to get the maximum benefits for our patients.

Born and raised in Liberty, Shana still resided there today with her husband, Josh, and their two children Clay and Caidence.

In her spare time, Shana loves spending time with her family, watching Clemson football and tailgating, camping at the lake and traveling.

Shana states “the best part of my job is the patients and my coworkers”.

Stephanie

Certified Dental Assistant

Stephanie has been a part of our teams since January 2021. She graduated from Greenville Technical College as a Certified Dental Assistant in 2020. Stephanie was born and raised in Pickens where she currently lives today. She married her high school sweetheart, Isaac, in 2020 and they are expecting their first child in November 2024.

Stephanie has always had a love for dentistry as she loves helping people feel good about themselves by creating a beautiful smile.

When she’s not at work, Stephanie is very involved in church activities. She loves going camping and going to the mountains.

Taylor

Certified Dental Assistant

Taylor is a Certified Dental Assistant who graduated from Trident Technical College in Charleston in 2019 with her Associates in General Technology Expanded Duty Dental Assisting. She joined the DAOE team in October 2023. Taylor has a passion for helping people and loves to see her patients happy after transforming their smile. As someone who has had a past fear of the dentist, she is compassionate and sympathetic when it comes to patients with dental anxiety. She loves being able to help others overcome that fear.

Taylor is originally from the Charleston area but moved to Seneca shortly after graduating. She currently lives with her boyfriend, Cruz, and her two children, Tyrese and Talaya.

Most of Taylors free time is spent cheering on her kids in sports which she absolutely loves! She also enjoys summer time, going to the beach, reading and fishing.

Stephanie

Certified Dental Assistant

Stephanie joined our team in August of 2023. She graduated from Tri-County Technical College in 2013 as a Certified Dental Assistant. Stephanie enjoys educating her patients on the importance of dental health and loves seeing her patient’s excitement after completing an esthetic case.

Stephanie married her husband, Corey, in 2015 and together they have two beautiful children, Maverick and Lorianne.

When Stephanie isn’t working she loves spending time with her babies, traveling and reading.

Megan

Certified Dental Assistant & Registered Dental Hygienist

Megan was born and raised a northern girl originally from Mechanicsburg, PA. She decided to pursue a career in dentistry, not only because she loves helping people achieve a health smile but also because dentistry is an ever advancing field in technology. Megan obtained her Dental Assisting Certificate in 2002 from Harrisburg Area Community College in PA.

In 2006, she moved to Charleston, SC and after 10 years of dental assisting, she wanted to further her career and become a Dental Hygienist. Megan graduated from Trident Technical College in Charleston in 2014 as a Registered Dental Hygienist. After living in Charleston for 13 years, she decided to move to the upstate to be closer to family and the mountains.

Megan joined our team in November 2023. In her free time she loves spending time with her family, hiking, boating, golfing and loving on her rescue dog, Piper.

Hannah

Certified Dental Assistant & Registered Dental Hygienist

Initially drawn to dentistry because it helps people create beautiful, healthy smiles, Hannah joined our team in 2014 as a Certified Dental Assistant. After five years of assisting Dr. Edwards, she returned to school to become a Registered Dental Hygienist and rejoined our team in 2020.

Hannah married her husband Jason in 2016. They now live in Belton and will be welcoming a baby girl in July 2024. She still misses her two angel fur babies, Saluda and Hoss. She enjoys all things DIY, gardening, photography, biking, camping and spending as much time outdoors as possible.

Rhonda

Registered Dental Hygienist

Part of our team since 2006, Rhonda brings a wealth of experience in periodontics, which enables her to assist our patients in understanding the importance of maintaining great dental health through the prevention and treatment of periodontal disease. She graduated with an Associate of Health Science in Dental Hygiene from Greenville Technical College in 2001 and is certified in providing nitrous oxide, local anesthesia, and laser diode therapy.

Rhonda says “the best part of my job is keeping patients healthy and reducing their anxiety”.

In her free time, Rhonda loves going to the beach and exercising. She married her husband Scott in 1996 and together they enjoy spending time with their daughter Carlie and her husband Matt.

Ari

Registered Dental Hygienist

Ari is an American-Israeli who started practicing dental hygiene after graduating in 2021. With a biology and human nutrition background, Ari encourages patients to have a healthy and preventative lifestyle. He enjoys his work and makes every effort to help those who come into the office.

In his free time, Ari enjoys spending time with his wife, Natalie, and baby boy, Erez. Together, they love hiking, swimming, being involved in church, and spending time with family and friends.