Your Greensboro Dental Team
Tammy Blackwell - Registered Dental Hygienist
Tammy is a graduate of Guilford Technical Community College, earning her Associates degree in Applied Science in Dental Hygiene.
Her certifications and trainings include:
• RDH
• OSHA/HIPAA
Tammy stays current with continuing education courses, with recent courses including:
• Evidence Based Perio
• Advanced Perio Training
• Dental Boot Camp
• “Street Drugs Exposed”
Tammy has been married to Joe for over 12 years. Together they have two sons: Davin and Brett. Tammy’s hobbies and interests include reading, running (half marathons are a favorite), watching her boys play sports, and spending time with family and friends. She also loves spending time outdoors while hiking, kayaking, and working in her yard.
Jamie Smith – Registered Dental Hygienist
Jamie has been with Dr. Farless since her graduation from Guilford Technical Community College.
Her certifications and training include:
• RDH
• OSHA/HIPAA
• Radiation Safety Officer
• CPR
Jamie regularly stays up- to-date with continuing education courses. Recent highlights include:
• Advanced Ultrasonic Instrumentation
• Oral PH and the Systemic Link
• Identifying Oral Pathology
Jamie has a son, Reed. In her free time away from the office, she enjoys camping, hiking, fishing, cooking, running, working out, playing kickball, and hanging out with Reeder.
Angie Moore – Certified Dental Assistant
Angie graduated from Alamance Community College.
Her certifications and trainings include:
• DA II
• Certified Dental Implant Assistant
• Six Month Smiles®
• Cosmetic dentistry courses
• CEREC™
Angie is married to Keith and is a mother to two daughters – Lauren and Kelsey. When Angie is not assisting Dr. Farless, she loves relaxing with her husband and being outside. Favorite activities include kayaking and hiking. She also loves animals (especially cats).
Tiffine Blanks – Certified Dental Assistant
Tiffine received her training at Guilford Technical Community College and Piedmont Dental Assistants, Inc.
Her certifications and trainings include:
• CEREC™
• OSHA
• Dale Carnegie Training
Tiffine comes from a large family with two younger brothers and two younger sisters. She also has two children of her own, Cole and Camden. When she’s away from the office, she enjoys attending baseball games and spending time with her boys and family.
Meredith Stewart - Certified Dental Assistant
Meredith has been a team member since September 2016. She graduated from Guilford Technical Community College in 2011.
Her Certifications and trainings include:
• SPICE certified
• Six Month Smiles
• Invisalign and Clear Correct trained
• Nitrous Oxide sedation certified
• ADAA member
• OSHA
• Dale Carnegie
• CEREC training
In her free time away from work, Meredith enjoys spending time with family and friends, hiking local parks, cooking, and traveling to my “get away” home at Ocean Isle Beach.
Joy Minor – Office Administrator/CDA
Joy is a graduate of Guilford Technical Community College.
Her certifications and training include:
• DA II
• OSHA/HIPAA
• CPR
Joy regularly attends continuing education to stay current in her training. Recent highlights include:
• Local anesthesia and emergency medicine
• CEREC™
• Dental emergencies
• Case Acceptance
Joy and her husband, Jeff, have a son, Carson, and a daughter, Olivia. Away from the office, Joy likes spending time with family and friends, as well as watching her kids play sports.
Michelle Marine – Office Administrator / RDH / OSHA & HIPAA Officer
A long-time team member, Michelle graduated from Guilford Technical Community College with an Associates degree in Dental Hygiene. Over the years, she has regularly added to her expertise through continuing education courses.
Her certifications and training include:
• RDH
• OSHA/HIPAA
• CPR
Married over 20 years, Michelle has a daughter, Asher, and a son, Addison. Outside of work, she loves decorating for the holidays, especially Halloween and Christmas. She also enjoys working in her yard.
Meet Dr. Farless
We understand how important it is to be confident in your family dentist. Trust Dr. Farless to meet your dental needs and provide the comfort and peace of mind you deserve. Learn more about Dr. Farless, his education and expertise. How can he help make your smile dreams come true?
