Hygienist

Amber Coleman

Amber Coleman is a dedicated dental hygienist at our Spring Lake office. Originally from Lillington, NC, she attended UNC-Greensboro and…

Becca Groden

Becca is a dedicated dental hygienist at our North Raleigh office. As a graduate of Wake Technical Community College, Becca…

Kaelan

Kaelan Roselli

Originally from Maryland, Kaelan pursued her dental hygiene education at Fayetteville Tech Community College. With over a year of experience…

Melanie

Melanie Cole Koonce

Melanie, originally from Wallace, NC, completed her education at Wallace RoseHill High School, Cape Fear Community College for dental assisting,…

Taylor Penwarden

Taylor Penwarden is a dedicated dental hygienist at our Midtown office. Originally from Denver, NC, she earned her degree from…

Haylee Shelton

Haylee is a fantastic addition to our team at the Wilmington, Midtown office. Originally from Asheville, NC, she graduated from…

Tessa Checkett

Tessa Checketts is a fantastic addition to our team at the Wilmington, Midtown office. Originally from Utah, she graduated from…

Sophia Cervantes

Sophia is originally from Wilmington, North Carolina, and brings a thoughtful, patient- centered approach to her care at the Midtown…

Teigan

Teigan DeLuca

Teigan is from Denver, North Carolina, and has been making a difference as a dental hygienist at CarolinasDentist The Pointe…

Kayla

Kayla Kleiner

Kayla, originally from Charlotte, has been a dedicated dental hygienist at CarolinasDentist in Wilmington since 2021, bringing six years of…

Ashlee

Ashlee Pearson

Hailing from Greenville, NC, Ashlee has been brightening smiles as a dental hygienist at CarolinasDentist in Wilmington - The Pointe…

Lily Little

Lily Little is a valued member of our team at Wilmington, The Pointe office. Originally from Shallotte, NC, Lily earned…

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Andrew Callender

Andrew Callender

Regional Director of Operations

Andrew Callender was born and raised in Denver, Colorado, and serves as one of our Regional Directors of Operations at CarolinasDentist, focusing on our Western NC and Charlotte regions. He joined the leadership team in 2025 and earned his degree from Western Colorado University. Andrew brings over 12 years of experience in dentistry, including more than 10 years of progressive leadership in healthcare operations and three years serving as a Regional Director of Operations. He relocated to North Carolina in 2023 and has quickly made an impact across the region.

Andrew is passionate about delivering outstanding patient care through operational excellence. He is committed to fostering an environment that aligns with CarolinasDentist’s values and culture while leveraging diverse perspectives and experiences to support team success and growth. His leadership style is rooted in collaboration, consistency, and continuous improvement.

Outside of work, Andrew enjoys spending time with his wife and their four children. He’s an avid golfer and also enjoys walking his lab, Harper—making the most of his time outdoors with family and fresh air.

Nate Bunyak

Nate Bunyak

Regional Director of Operations

Nate Bunyak brings a little bit of Pittsburgh grit and a whole lot of energy to everything he does. He is one of the Regional Director of Operations at CarolinasDentist focusing on our Triangle region, joining the team in 2026. Originally from Pittsburgh, PA, Nate graduated from Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) with a degree in Marketing and Management—and has been putting both to work ever since. Three years ago, he traded in steel city winters for North Carolina sunshine—and hasn’t looked back.

When he’s not working, Nate is all about family life with his wife, Melissa, and their three kids—Bryce, Molly, and Connor. Whether cheering on their activities, exploring the outdoors, or simply embracing the joyful chaos of a busy household, he makes the most of every moment with his family.

An avid hiker and nature enthusiast, Nate loves adventures that combine fresh air, beautiful views, and lasting memories. That same adventurous, positive spirit carries into his work—he’s driven, all-in, and always ready to take on what’s next.

Jenna Holland

Jenna Holland

Regional Hygiene Director

Jenna Holland is a Fayetteville native and serves as Regional Hygiene Director, joining the leadership team in 2026. She began her career with CarolinasDentist in June 2016 as a dental hygienist in the Fayetteville office after graduating from Fayetteville Technical Community College. Over the years, she has grown within the organization, building strong relationships with both patients and team members while staying rooted in her passion for patient care.

Jenna is deeply committed to promoting overall well-being through oral health and believes in the powerful connection between a healthy smile and a healthy body. In her leadership role, she especially loves mentoring and coaching hygienists, helping them grow in confidence, strengthen their clinical skills, and develop into exceptional providers. She takes pride in supporting her team and fostering an environment of continuous learning and encouragement.

Her best advice for patients is simple: stay consistent with routine check-ups and cleanings to maintain optimal health. Outside of the office, Jenna enjoys traveling—especially to warm, tropical destinations—and is engaged to her high school sweetheart, adding a personal touch to her passion for caring for others.

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