FOCUS: Full Mouth Rehabilitation, TMJ, Sleep Apnea
After graduating high school from the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics, she received a B.A. in Biology and Spanish and an M.S. in Molecular and Cellular Biology from The Johns Hopkins University. She went on to earn a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry in Baltimore. Dr. Zechmann completed her General Practice Residency at the Baltimore VA Hospital.
Dr. Zechmann has a special passion for the way our teeth come together and how that affects our muscles, joints, and teeth as a system. As a result, she is focused on temporomandibular joint disorder (commonly known as TMJ or TMD), occlusion-based dentistry, dental sleep medicine, and implantology. She also enjoys treating sleep breathing disorders with dental appliances, as she holds the Qualified Dentist Designation from the AADSM.
“I feel that dental sleep medicine and treating TMD go hand-in-hand, and knowledge of one allows for better treatment of the other. I also have a passion for implantology and surgery. I place and restore implants using the latest technology including, 3D-imaging, oral scanners, 3-D printing and PRP/PRF.”
She met her husband, Mike, while at Johns Hopkins University playing tennis. They love spending time with their three children: Kate, Madeline, and Michael. She also enjoys Latin dancing, tennis, cooking, gardening, playing 4-person card games, and working on her Spanish.
FOCUS: Restorative & Cosmetic Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry
After earning her undergraduate degree in Exercise Science from the University of South Carolina, she went on to receive her Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) from the Medical University of South Carolina.
Dr. Stokes is passionate about helping people of all ages enjoy a great dental experience, including children. She also enjoys volunteering at her dental school alma mater and traveling internationally to provide dental care to underprivileged people through dental mission trips.
She is currently engaged and loves spending time with family and friends. She also enjoys trying new restaurants, water activities, leading Bible studies through the Dental Community Fellowship for women dental students, and actively participating in her church.
FOCUS: Root Canals, Implants, Crowns, Cosmetic Dentistry, Surgery
Dr. Patel graduated from the University of South Carolina with a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science and a minor in Coaching. He went on to receive his Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) from the Medical University of South Carolina. As a lifelong learner, he is very passionate about continuing education and attends a lot of specialty courses.
With skilled hands and an eye for detail, he is known as a meticulous surgeon and enjoys performing root canals. He is also involved in training other dentists across the country in chairside crown fabrication and digital dentistry.
He loves Gamecock football, golfing, and water activities in Charleston.
FOCUS: Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentistry
Dr. Will earned his undergraduate degree from Auburn University. He then completed his Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry at The University of Alabama at Birmingham, and also was a General Practice Resident at UAB Hospital.
He excels at building strong patient relationships while helping them feel more confident in their oral health. Dr. Will also specializes in implant dentistry, cosmetic geriatric care, and treating medically compromised patients.
After relocating to Charleston to be closer to family with his wife Leah, Dr. Will enjoys hiking, going to the beach, and traveling.
FOCUS: Restorative and Cosmetic Dentistry
Dr. Jantz is a Sooner through and through, graduating with both her undergrad and Doctorate degrees from the University of Oklahoma. She received her Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Oklahoma, Norman campus, and her Doctorate of Dental Sciences in Oklahoma City.
Dr. Jantz combines her engineering background with her personal passion for artistry through restorative and cosmetic dentistry, highlighting both function and esthetics.
Dr. Jantz loves spending time with friends and family, especially exploring Charleston area beaches and restaurants. She also enjoys drawing, painting, and golfing in her spare time – and rooting for the Oklahoma Sooners.
FOCUS: Family dentistry, root canal therapy, surgery
Dr. Brian earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Virginia and continued his education at Virginia Commonwealth University, where he received Masters in Physciology and Biophysics and his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree.
Dr. Brian most enjoys building relationships with families through his role as a dental care provider, providing oral health, great smiles, and comfort for all his patients. He also loves to aid in infection and pain relief by providing surgery and root canal therapy.
When he's not practicing dentistry, Dr. Brian loves exploring the outdoors and local beaches with his wife and two young sons.
FOCUS: Family Dentistry, Root Canal Therapy, Dental Surgery, Dental Implants
Dr. Kramer earned his Bachelor of Arts in Movement and Sports Sciences at Purdue University, where he also minored in Biology. He completed his Doctor of Dental Surgery at Indiana University School of Dentistry in 2014, then went on to serve in the US Navy. He was stationed at RTC Great Lakes and MCRD Parris Island during his 4+ years of active duty. Today, he remains in service as a Reservist with rank Lieutenant Commander. He has been practicing dentistry in both the public and private health sectors since 2018, in both Indiana and South Carolina.
With his variety of experiences, Dr. Kramer has expertise in a number of areas. He's committed to the patients and families he treats during their routine general dentistry visits, relieves pain with surgical procedures including root canal therapy, and loves to restore function and smile aesthetics with dental implants.
Dr. Kramer is married to his high school sweetheart, Heather, and together they have three children: Caroline, Reese, and Jack. He loves staying busy with his kids' extracurricular activities and sporting events, and spending time with them at the beach. He also enjoys running and rooting for Purdue.
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