Dr. Louis Malcmacher maintains a cosmetic and general practice in Bay Village, Ohio. He is an internationally recognized lecturer and author, known for his entertaining and comprehensive teaching style. He has vast experience in total facial esthetics and has taught tens of thousands of healthcare professionals in the areas of smile design esthetics and facial injectable therapy. He has also lectured at many major medical and dental meetings throughout the US, Canada, Europe, and the Middle East. Dr. Malcmacher has also been extensively featured in the general media. His interviews have been seen on CNN, Fox, ABC, CBS, NBC, 20/20, Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Jane, Shape, Washington Post, Cleveland Plain Dealer, Detroit Free Press, GQ, Edge, Newsweek, Reader’s Digest, and Men’s Health. Dr. Malcmacher is a master of the Academy of General Dentistry, a fellow of the International Association of Dental Facial Esthetics, a fellow of the World Clinical Laser Institute, and a visiting lecturer at a number of universities.
Dr. Malcmacher reports no conflicts of interest.
Dr. David Kimmel is a general dentist in Bayonet Point, Fl. After demonstrating an expertise in advanced treatment techniques utilizing Botox and various dermal fillers, he was granted diplomat status with The American Board of Aesthetic Medicine. As an instructor for the Institute for Advanced Laser Dentistry, he routinely lectures on laser physics and teaches laser and esthetic procedures. He has a unique practice integrating laser dentistry and facial aesthetic enhancements. His passion is sharing the art and science of facial aesthetics by teaching the relationship of combining anatomy, materials, techniques and patient’s desires.
Dr. Kimmel reports no conflicts of interest.
Dr. Jill Lezaic is a Board Certified Family Physician who opened a very successful aesthetic practive, Laser Skin Solutions Jacksonville, in Jacksonville Beach, Florida in 2008 after having served as a medical director of Laser Skin Solutions since 2004. Dr. Lezaic is a frequently requested and nationally recognized speaker, expert panelist and trainer at many conferences where she has led audiences in advanced demonstrations of lasers, botox and filler injections. Dr. Lezaic is especially well-known for performing thousands of advanced laser techniques, utilizing the most state of the art technologies available in combination with advanced Botox and Dermal Filler techniques to achieve dramatic non-surgical results. She is a Fellow of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery and a Luminary speaker for various aesthetic companies.
Dr. Lezaic reports no conflicts of interest.
Crystal is a certified Family Nurse Practitioner and is a full-time faculty member of the American Academy of Facial Esthetics in Cleveland, OH. She received her Bachelor’s in Nursing from Youngstown State University in 2015 and worked at the Cleveland Clinic in Colorectal Surgery for 5 years. She received her Master’s in Nursing in early 2020. She always knew throughout graduate school that her end goal was to end up in aesthetics. She landed into the arms of the AAFE and completely fell in love. Now she gets to work full time teaching and injecting patients where she can combine her love for education, science and creativity.
Dr. Peter Harnois runs two very successful esthetic practices at One Magnificent Mile in Chicago, and in suburban Hinsdale, IL. He is a nationally recognized leader in minimally invasive total facial esthetic techniques. He was an assistant professor of Oral Diagnosis at the University of Illinois College of Dentistry and is an active member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Dr. Harnois has instructed thousands of healthcare professionals through both lecture and hands-on courses and is an outstanding instructor.
Dr. Harnois reports no conflicts of interest.
Linda Gordon is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh Doctor of Nursing Practice with dual certifications in Acute Care as well as Adult Care. Linda is board certified by the American Nurse Credentialing Center. Wellness and Therapeutic Lifestyle interventions centered around cardiovascular health have been a core focus of her practice. The addition of esthetics was a natural fit. Patients who feel good about their appearance tend to take better care of their total health. The AAFE has been a wonderful organization providing on going education and valuable forums for discussion in her practice development.
Sydney is a registered nurse working as a clinical team member at the American Academy of Facial Esthetics’ Training Center in South Euclid, Ohio.
Sydney is a proud Cleveland native, born and raised in the heart of the city. For college, Sydney moved to Cincinnati where she received her Bachelors in Nursing from University of Cincinnati’s College of Nursing. Following graduation, she worked in emergency medicine providing care for veterans. She then returned home to work in labor and delivery at The Cleveland Clinic, where she spent the next four years. Sydney is passionate about women’s health and found this field to be very fulfilling.
Sydney’s path lead her to the AAFE, where she works full-time teaching courses nationwide and injecting patients. The dynamic and ever changing culture of the aesthetic industry is a perfect fit for her creative, engaging, and energetic personality. Sydney has officially found her forever home here in Aesthetic Medicine.
Brigid is a board certified Registered Nurse and full-time clinical faculty member at The American Academy of Facial Esthetics.
She is originally from Columbus, OH and received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree from the University of Cincinnati in 2019. Following graduation, she worked as a Registered Nurse in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. She cared for all ages, ranging from newborns to adults, in critical condition while also being a preceptor to many newer nurses.
Brigid's true passion has always been in aesthetics and now she is able to blend her love for education and aesthetics.
Elizabeth is a Registered Nurse and is a full-time faculty member of the American Academy of Facial Esthetics in Cleveland, OH.
She received her Bachelor’s in Nursing from Ohio University and worked at the Cleveland Clinic on an ICU/Stepdown unit. Here she gained experience working with patients in many phases of medicine. She was able to build therapeutic relationships with patients and their families in their most vulnerable state. After the pandemic, she made the choice to move into medical esthetics where she is able to express her creative side. Elizabeth’s path led her to the AAFE, having found her passion in aesthetics and now is able to share this passion with everyone she teaches.
Arianna, a Cleveland native, is a board-certified Registered Nurse who worked at the Cleveland Clinic's Main Campus in their Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit where she gained valuable experience working with various disease processes and patients. Arianna found her passion in esthetic nursing and has found her forever home with AAFE where she is eager to share her love for aesthetics with every AAFE attendee! She is a now full time a clinical team member at the American Academy of Facial Esthetics AAFE Training Center in Cleveland.
Kaitlyn is a board certified Registered Nurse and a full-time clinical faculty member at The American Academy of Facial Esthetics.
Kaitlyn is originally from Northeast, Pennsylvania and upon moving to Cleveland, Ohio to expand her career opportunities, she received her Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree from Cleveland State University. After graduation, she worked as a Registered Nurse in the Operating Room at University Hospitals Main Campus. This position provided her with the opportunities to grow as a new nurse, care for patients in critical times, and allowed her to become a strong communicator in a multidisciplinary team.
Kaitlyn is always looking for ways to expand her skills and knowledge so she made it her goal to make her way in the aesthetic industry. With the help from AAFE she is able to practice and teach a passion of hers while also learning from her peers in the AAFE community!
Allie Sweat is a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner and full-time faculty member at The American Academy of Facial Esthetics in Scottsdale, Arizona.
She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Weber State University in Utah, in 2015. Following the completion of her undergraduate program, she worked as a Registered Nurse at Primary Children’s Hospital in Salt Lake City in the Emergency Department for 7 years.
She received her Master’s of Nursing from Indiana State University in 2023. During her schooling she found a passion for aesthetics. Her path led her to the AAFE where she now gets to access her creativity, educate other health care professionals and continue to grow with the aesthetics industry.
Nicole Mumford is a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner. She has found her love for aesthetics and the joy of teaching the AAFE courses to be a perfect combination. In her practice she specializes in hormone replacement, has laser certifications for a variety of skin treatments, and performs beautiful non-surgical minimally invasive skin treatments using the injectable therapies of neuromodulators and facial fillers. She wholeheartedly thanks the AAFE for the wonderful opportunity that they provide for continuous growth, support and the ability to share her passion and knowledge with other healthcare professionals.
Dr. Abrahamson has been in private practice for over twenty years. She completed her residency as well as her post-doctoral studies at William Beaumont Hospital, and is Board Certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
Dr. Abrahamson provides a wide range of treatments including esthetics, sports medicine, EMG and musculoskeletal medicine, with a special focus on pain management in the form of joint and trigger point injections. and loves the opportunity to help others attain their goals. She is passionate about aesthetics and love networking with other professionals. The AAFE offers the best training at all levels, beginner to advanced and I am thrilled to be part of this fantastic faculty group!
Dr. Brittany N Brown is a general and cosmetic dentist practicing in the windy city of Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Brown has served as a clinical preceptor at the University of Michigan. As a clinical faculty member, she was able to serve within the public health. Dr. Brown is passionate about patient education, which includes blending facial esthetics with full mouth rehabilitation. She loves designing comprehensive treatment plans for patients that involve therapeutic and esthetic interventions using Botox and dermal fillers to obtain her patient’s personalized end goal! Dr. Brown is excited to be a faculty member of the American Academy of Facial Esthetics and she delighted to share her experience and knowledge with new injectors across the country!
Brittany is a certified Family Nurse Practitioner and proud full time clinical faculty at the American Academy of Facial Esthetics.
Brittany's diverse background in aesthetics encompasses valuable experiences in dermatology, plastics, wellness, and medical spa settings. Her ongoing commitment to excellence led her to pursue additional specialization, earning the distinguished Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist (CANS) designation from the Plastic Surgical Nursing Certification Board.
Believing in the transformative power of a holistic perspective on aging and wellness, Brittany is genuinely passionate about teaching professionals on their journey to excellence in aesthetics.
Amanda is a registered nurse and full-time faculty member of the AAFE, currently seeing patients at the beautiful NYC location. She has built a diverse career, seamlessly transitioning from the fast-paced environment of a medical-surgical unit to the meticulous world of the operating room. Amanda’s transition from the structured environment of hospitals to the expressive realm of aesthetics exemplifies her belief in the power of continuous learning and evolution. As she prepares to impart her knowledge and inspire others, Amanda remains committed to her vision of blending health, wellness, and beauty in ways that uplift and transform lives.
Kaitlyn is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner, holding accreditation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). With a diverse background, she possesses extensive experience in patient care across various age groups and diagnoses within diverse medical settings. In her previous roles, she specialized in areas demanding meticulous attention to detail, precision, and delivering high-quality patient care. Her professional journey reflects a passion for hands-on skills, leading her to the field of aesthetics where she seamlessly integrates creativity with a science-based approach. Kaitlyn is dedicated to creating natural transformations for patients and observing the positive impact on their overall well-being. Her commitment to excellence is evident in her role as a full-time faculty leading the Denver Training Center for the American Academy of Facial Esthetics (AAFE). This alignment allows her to practice aesthetic craft while also mentoring fellow professionals aspiring to incorporate these skills into their own practices. Kaitlyn values the supportive community that AAFE has fostered, creating an environment dedicated to continuous learning and growth, essential for ensuring safe and successful patient outcomes.
Dr. BriAnna Schraw graduated from the Medical University of South Carolina, College of Dental Medicine in 2002. She practices general and cosmetic dentistry in Ft. Mill, SC, and enjoys tailoring her practice around the motto, “anxiety patients welcome, we cater to chickens” that she became known for, almost a decade ago. To that end, botox and dermal fillers have been fun and rewarding additions to her practice, which also focuses on CAD/CAM “one-visit dentistry”, sedation, and TMJ therapeutics. A member of the ADA, SCDA, DOCS and AAFE, Dr. Schraw is committed to learning and providing the latest in technology.
Dr. Schraw reports no conflicts of interest.
Dr. Jen Pérez is a graduate of The Ohio State University School of Dentistry. A Venezuelan native, Dr. Pérez comes from a family of loving and caring doctors and dentists who taught her the importance of health care at a very young age.
Dr. Jen Pérez has made it her mission to constantly search for new ways to better serve her patients with individualized treatment plans to achieve their goals. She offers treatment plans for all aspects of general and cosmetic dentistry, facial esthetics, smile design, implant restorations, ad TMJ/myofascial pain therapy. Dr. Jen Pérez uses cosmetic dentistry in combination with neurotoxins, dermal fillers and PDO threads to enhance the patient's total facial esthetics.
Charley Cheney, DMD, is a highly skilled and dedicated dentist providing dental esthetics and facial esthetics treatment. Dr. Cheney graduated from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston. After graduating, he spent 11 years serving in the United States Army, where he saw active duty as a general dentist at Fort Benning, Georgia, and was also deployed to Baghdad, Iraq.
Dr. Cheney went into private practice after completing his military commitment. In his practice, Dr. Cheney treats every one of his patients with compassion, actively listens to their needs, and strives to develop trust in order to provide high-quality esthetic and therapeutic treatment. He loves teaching and helping fellow healthcare professionals deliver the best in esthetic and therapeutic treatment for their patients.
Dr. Tanya Shores DMD, practices family and cosmetic dentistry in Augusta, GA. She has been a healthcare professional for over 20 years, first as a dental hygienist and then as a general dentist. She is a pioneer in cosmetic dentistry and facial esthetics, opening the first dental spa in Augusta, GA. Her love for continuing education has honed her skills using injectable therapy for smile enhancement and total facial esthetics, as well as applying these agents for TMJ/orofacial pain trigger point treatment. She enjoys sharing her passion by helping to teach the art and science of facial esthetic enhancements.
Mari Rodriguez is a Registered Nurse in Arizona with over 15 years of experience. Her nursing background is diverse which includes Burn Center, Emergency Room, Medical- Surgical, and Oncology. Mari graduated with honors from Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, Arizona obtaining her Master’s Degree in Nursing Leadership. She is currently pursuing her Post-Certification Nurse Practitioner degree. Mari’s desire to help others and bring innovative approaches to wellness is what drove her career in esthetics. She loves to train healthcare providers with AAFE and keeps up with the latest trends to bring safe, effective treatments to her patients in Queen Creek, AZ and to all the AAFE members that she has the pleasure to train.
Victoria Nassif, DDS, has been practicing general dentistry for over 20 years in Cleveland, Ohio. She is a graduate of John Carroll University and Loyola University Dental School. Dr. Nassif is an accredited member and mentor for the AAFE. She is a volunteer faculty member at Case Western Reserve Dental School. The addition of Botox, dermal fillers and TMJ therapeutics to her practice has been exciting and rewarding. Dr. Nassif has been actively involved in her community for many years. The service project most near to her heart is the soup kitchen she and her family run once a month.
Dr. Nassif reports no conflicts of interest.
Tammy earned a BS in Business from Bowling Green State University in 1988. After working in business for a few years she realized her passion was in medicine. Tammy graduated from Kettering College of Medical Arts in 1993 with her nursing degree. After graduation she worked in the bone marrow transplant unit at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio. In 1998 Tammy completed the Physician Assistant Program at KCMA and went to work for Wright State University in the family medicine department.
In 2010 her husband purchased a dental practice in Dayton. After a few years of practice they both realized that orofacial pain was a common theme in the practice. They both started taking courses with the AAFE and had private training in their office. Since then they have opened a medical spa in the dental practice. Tammy has continued her training with the AAFE and is honored to help mentor courses.
Tammy Phillippi, RN reports no conflicts of interest.
Dr. Marina Funtik is a successful esthetic healthcare professional with two private practices in Colorado Springs, Colorado. She is a Board Certified Prosthodontist and specializes in treating complex and comprehensive cases of dental and facial esthetics and therapeutics. She began her facial esthetics career from the ground up with the AAFE and is now a full AAFE faculty member. Dr. Funtik serves on the board of the American Heart Association as a demonstration that whole health and esthetics is personally important to her overall treatment philosophy.
Dr. Funtik reports no conflicts of interest.
Dr. Shannon Galinis DMD, is a very successful general and cosmetic dentist for 22+ years in Palm City, Florida. She is a proud graduate of Clemson University and the University of Florida, College of Dentistry.
Dr. Galinis blends her Dental Reconstructions and Smile Makeovers with her passion for Botox and Injectables, offering patients Total Facial Esthetics & Therapeutics. She absolutely loves the ability to blend science and art in creating beautiful faces. Teaching has always been her passion and she is excited to be part of the AAFE Faculty Family.
Dr. Galinis is a member of the ADA, FDA, AGD, Seattle Study Club (national & local chapter), Aesthetic Advantage Alumni, the AAFE and many other organizations. She is committed to continued learning and remaining on the cutting edge of Dentistry and Facial Esthetics.
Dr. Shannon Galinis reports no conflict of interest.
Dr. Amos’s passion for dentistry, facial esthetics, and patient care goes back to when she began working in her grandfather’s dental practice at the age of 13. Wanting to be able to treat not only someone’s smile, but everything around a smile led to her involvement with the American Academy of Facial Esthetics. Being able to combine dentistry and facial esthetics has given Dr. Amos the ability to transform her patient’s lives and increase their confidence in themselves.
Dr. Amos and her husband like to keep themselves busy. They enjoy hiking with their three dogs, Thor, Cooper, and Tucker. They also love to cook and take on home improvement projects.
Dr. Laurene Grabill has been an esthetic dentist and healthcare professional since 1997 and has been providing injectable therapy for over 10 years. She is a distinguished AAFE faculty member who has dedicated her practice and professional life to providing her patients with the best treatment outcomes possible with the latest technologies. Dr. Laurene Grabill is an outstanding AAFE educator with her passion and commitment to total facial esthetics.
Dr. Barbara Preussner has a restorative and cosmetic dentistry practice where she incorporates her passion for facial esthetics and recently expanded her practice by opening "For A New You Medical Aesthetics & Laser". She believes that the same skills that define an excellent dentist, such as attention to detail, knowledge of anatomy and function, and a gentle hand along with an aesthetic eye, are also the paramount skills of an aesthetic clinician. Dr. Preussner is a firm believer in advanced learning and extends her passion to teaching attendees and sharing her skills and knowledge with the American Academy of Facial Esthetics.
Dr. Karishma Patel provides her patients with the best comprehensive care possible with an emphasis on cosmetic, restorative and facial aesthetics. She believes that dentistry and facial aesthetics go hand in hand and complement each other perfectly and loves teaching clinicians how to successfully integrate this into their practices. Dr. Patel is a perpetual student and loves to learn and teach the latest techniques to achieve the best esthetic and therapeutic outcomes.
Dr. Bridget Sweeney is proud to own an office with a high focus on smile design, facial esthetics, and orofacial pain.
Dr. Sweeney’s passion for education, both as student and teacher, led her on the path to AAFE membership in 2018 and she feels fortunate to be amongst a group of such incredible mentors and leaders in the field.
Her favorite part of being a dentist is spending quality time getting to know her patients, meeting their families, and listening to their stories. When she’s not at the office, you can find Dr. Sweeney biking around Buffalo, cheering on the Bills, mastering a jigsaw puzzle, or tending to her 70+ houseplants.
For the past twenty years Dr. Vesna Sutter has prided herself on changing people’s lives. A smile is the strongest most genuine thing people can share with one another and she has dedicated her life to helping as many people as she can achieve the smile of their dreams. She is a 1986 graduate of Loyola Dental School and completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Illinois Champaign- Urbana. The field of dentistry is constantly changing and in order to provide her patients with the best opportunities to change their lives Dr. Sutter has taken over 500 hours of continuing education in Implants, Sedation, Orthodontics, TMJ Disorders, Cosmetic Dentistry, Facial Esthetics, and Sleep Disorder Breathing Dentistry. She is an active member of many organizations.
Dr. Sutter reports no conflicts of interest.
Jami Nelson started her career in the medical field in 1991 when she began employment as a Certified Surgical Technician. For over a decade she worked in many specialties and quickly developed a passion for the field of plastic and reconstructive surgery. In a very busy practice, Jami works as the leading facial esthetic clinical nurse delivering non-surgical minimally invasive treatments using injectable therapy. She has advanced certification in non-surgical esthetic and therapeutic facial injectables and other minimally invasive procedures. Jami is committed to sharing her years of knowledge in educating others and share her passion for total facial esthetics.
Ms. Nelson reports no conflicts of interest.
Dr. Olinga Hargreaves maintains a cosmetic and general dental practice in Denver, Colorado with a heavy emphasis in oral surgery and IV sedation. She received her DDS degree with Honors from
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in 1999 and completed the General
Practice Residency Program in 2000. Dr. Olinga has hospital privileges at Rose Medical Center
where she is currently the Chief of the Dental Division in the Department of Surgery. She is a
Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology, Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, Diplomate of the International Congress of Oral Implantology, Fellow of Misch International Implant Institute, and Fellow of Pierre Fauchard Academy.
Dr. Hargreaves reports no conflicts of interest.
Dr. Mason Miner is a general dentist in Durango, Colorado. He is a graduate of Marquette University School of Dentistry. His practice has an emphasis in laser dentistry, facial esthetics as well as the surgical placement and restoration of implants. He has laser Mastership Certification with the World Clinical Laser Institute (WCLI). Dr. Miner served 2 terms on the Colorado Dental Board. Outside the office, Dr. Miner enjoys traveling and the outdoors. He enjoys sharing his knowledge at AAFE courses and watching professionals reach their full potential.
Dr. Neal Vallins is an accomplished periodontic surgeon with a surgical and cosmetic practice on Fifth Avenue in New York City. Dr. Vallins has successfully used Botox, fillers, and PDO threads for over 10 years for both therapeutic and esthetic treatments with explosive growth in his practice. His background on pioneering minimally invasive periodontic procedures led him to deeply appreciate non-invasive injectable treatments and what they can do to improve patient’s lives. He loves teaching and sharing his knowledge at AAFE live patient training courses and often hosts AAFE courses in his private practice.
Caron Glickman, DDS, has been practicing general and cosmetic dentistry for over twenty-five years in the Seattle area. She attended Mills College in Oakland, CA and obtained her dental degree from the University of Washington Dental School, where she also completed post-graduate training in care for medically compromised and disabled patients. In the last couple of years, she has expanded the scope of her practice to include TMJ therapeutics, and facial esthetics with Botox, Dermal Fillers and Kybella,. Dr. Glickman is a member of the WSDA, ADA, and the AAFE. She divides her time between Duvall, WA and Calgary, Alberta, and is active in both communities. In her spare time, she enjoys volunteering and traveling with her husband.
Dr. Glickman reports no conflicts of interest.
Dr. Jake Hester is a graduate from the University of Florida practicing in Naples. He is an active member of the Collier County Dental Association as well as the ADA, FDA, AGD, and most recently the AAFE. For over three years, Dr. Hester has been a volunteer faculty member of the University of Florida. Currently, he serves on the board of directors of Gulf Coast Runners and volunteers much of his spare time to many service organizations and charitable causes.
Dr. Hester reports no conflicts of interest.
Michael Troop, DDS is a general dentist of 32 years who practices in Centennial, Colorado. He became interested in Facial Esthetics and took the AAFE Level I and II courses in 2010, followed by the Level III course in 2011. Through internal and external marketing, his Facial Esthetics practice has grown rapidly. He began mentoring for AAFE in 2012 and enjoys helping other doctors develop their injecting skills, and feels fortunate for having a part in the AAFE to teach injectables for increased success in dental esthetics cases.
Dr. Troop reports no conflicts of interest.
Elizabeth Slocum, DMD, has been practicing general and cosmetic dentistry for over twenty years in Cartersville, Georgia. She is a graduate of Radford University and Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. In the past several years she has expanded the scope of her practice to include TMJ therapeutics, dental sleep medicine, and Botox and dermal fillers. Dr. Slocum is a member of the AGD, AADSM, and the AAFE. She has been actively involved in her community for many years and spends her spare time serving on the board of directors for many local service and charitable organizations.
Dr. Slocum reports no conflicts of interest.
Dr. David Martin maintains a successful facial aesthetic and cosmetic dentistry practice Totowa, New Jersey for the past 40 years. He is a Master in the Academy of General Dentistry and is an active member of the ADA, IICMO and IAPA. Dr. Martin understands healthy smiles and facial esthetics can serve you with lifelong comfort, confidence and happiness. Dr. Martin has taken extensive courses at the world renowned Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies (LVI), a leader in cosmetic dentistry techniques and smile design. His studies there focused on neuromuscular dentistry and aesthetic reconstruction. He has been involved with facial esthetic courses at AAFE programs since 2009. This has allowed for a integration of neurotoxins and dermal fillers to complete the treatment of many patients.
Dr. Martin reports no conflicts of interest.
Dr. Lombardo is a General Dentist who has advanced training in reconstructive and cosmetic dentistry. He takes great pride in his ability to offer complete care in a comfortable setting.
He received Bachelor of Science degrees in Biology and Psychology from the University of Massachusetts. Dr. Lombardo then earned his Doctorate in Dental Medicine (D.M.D.) from Boston University School of Dental Medicine. He completed an externship at Hanscom Air Force Base focusing on oral surgery, general and cosmetic dentistry. He is fully licensed in conscious and nitrous oxide sedation. In addition to private practice Dr. Lombardo was a Clinical Instructor at Boston University School of Dental Medicine. He continuously advances his professional education attending courses in all specialties of dental medicine.
Dr. Lombardo reports no conflicts of interest.
Dr. Lance Culley is a periodontist who graduated from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center and completed his residency in periodontics at the University of Alabama at Birmingham and the Birmingham VA Medical Center. His private practice focuses on surgical reconstruction of the jawbones for dental implants, surgical placement of dental implants, periodontal plastic surgery, and facial esthetics. He has a natural passion for aesthetics, and in continuing his quest to enhance overall aesthetic results for his patients, he found the American Academy of Facial Esthetics AAFE.
Dr. Culley has developed advanced techniques such as the Sanguine Gum Rejuvenation™ where PRP is used in periodontal plastic surgery to help rebuild lost gum tissue, eliminating a second surgery. Dr. Culley’s love for facial esthetics extends to his creation of the Aesthetic-Facial and Body Rejuvenation Medspa which is a full service MedSpa offering a wide range of cosmetic services where he is joined by his daughter, Julianna, who is the lead medical esthetician.
Dr. Culley has no conflicts of interest.
Dr. Kristina Keturka FAGD, FAAFE, FSCDA
Dr. Kristina Keturka graduated from the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine. After graduation she completed a General Practice Residency at the University of Colorado, where she received advanced training in oral surgery and endodontics. She has continued her post doctoral education further and earned a Fellowship from the Academy of General Dentistry ,a Fellowship from American Academy of Facial Esthetics and a Fellowship from Special Care Dentistry while continuing advanced training in dental implantology through the ICOI, GDIA and AAID. Dr. Keturka is passionate about teaching and her faculty position with the AAFE where she teaches courses on Botox, dermal fillers, threads and other facial esthetic procedures designed for dentists, physicians, and nurses throughout the US.
Dr. Kristina Keturka reports no conflict of interest.
Dr. Olender completed her undergraduate studies at Bucknell University, Lewisberg, Pa and received a BS and DDS degree from the University of California, San Francisco. She earned both a specialty certificate in Endodontics and a masters degree in Radiology from the University of Louisville,KY. Dr. Olender trained in orofacial pain under Daniel B. Green and worked in UCSF pain clinic for many years. She has utilized Botulinum toxin and trigger point injections in the treatment of facial pain for almost thirty years. Dr. Olender has held faculty positions at UCSF, University of Louisville, and Tufts Univ, Boston.and lectured for UNR GPR program and UNLV. She has also lectured on Endodontics, pain, bone physiology, and dental implants both nationally and internationally since 1993. Dr. Olender has been in private practice in San Francisco and practiced the last 24 years in Las Vegas. Her Las Vegas practice is dedicated to Endodontics, Implantology, pain, and facial aesthetics. She has participated in organized dentistry and has held chair positions in the AAE, been a delegate for the NDA, and is a fellow of the ICOI. She is an accomplished equestrian and enjoys competitions in her spare time.
Dr. Olender reports no conflicts of interest.
Dr. Thomas graduated from Clemson University and then received her Doctorate of Dental Medicine from The Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. She furthered her training in St. Petersburg, Florida by completing a one-year residency program where she gained invaluable experience with cosmetic and implant dentistry, occlusion, TMJ disorder, as well as complex full-mouth dental care. Dr. Thomas greatly values the importance of continually learning, spending many hours each year as a student herself, and she also writes articles for major dental publications and travels nationally teaching.
After wonderful advanced training with the AAFE, Dr. Thomas began the facial injectables side of her practice - The Aesthetic Collective. She greatly appreciates how the art and science of dentistry and facial esthetics work to enhance each other. Dr. Thomas’ focus is on truly listening to the patients’ goals and desires while providing a comfortable experience and safe, therapeutic treatment.
Dr. Giron is a General Dentist in private practice in northern New Hampshire with a focus on restorative and cosmetic dentistry. He is a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry and a Master of the American Academy of Facial Esthetics. Dr. Giron is the owner of Fresh Face Studio, a medical spa where he provides comprehensive non-surgical facial esthetics services including injectables, skin care and energy device treatments. He has a passion for teaching the best practices in facial esthetics treatment and is an expert in anatomy and the use of ultrasound technology.
Born in Mexico, Dr. Rubi Montejano studied dentistry at The Autonomous University of Baja California Mexico where she worked as a dentist for several years. Dr. Montejano attended Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry at The University of Southern California, where she was recognized and awarded for her achievements in Restorative Dentistry and Periodontology Awards.
Dr. Montejano has a private practice and has served as an adjunct faculty member at USC for six years, teaching dental morphology, function and esthetics. She has been a member of the AAFE since 2019 and loves to share her knowledge in teaching AAFE attendees on how to achieve the best esthetic and therapeutic outcomes.
Her hobbies include working out, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and having fun with her social media.
Dr. Brandy Greco received her Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Indiana University. Dr. Greco practices general dentistry in Evansville, Indiana with an emphasis on Comprehensive Care including full-mouth reconstruction, cosmetics, and TMJ disorder. Dr. Greco started her facial injectable side of her practice, Beyond the Smile, after receiving advanced anatomy-based training through the AAFE. Adding facial esthetics to her practice has allowed her to expand and elevate her Comprehensive Care for her patients.
Dr. Ashley Whetsell is a proud graduate of the West Virginia University School of Dentistry. After her very first AAFE course years ago, she grew a passion for improving her patients’ confidence with esthetic non-surgical facial treatments with botulinum toxin and dermal fillers and strives to offer her patients modern and safe techniques that she learned from the AAFE. She loves sharing her knowledge with AAFE attendees to get the best esthetic results!
Dr. Karmen Massih is an orthodontist in the Los Angeles area. She believes that orthodontics is more than just straight teeth, which is why she enjoys incorporating dentofacial esthetics, including fillers and neuromodulators, into adult orthodontic treatment. Since she started offering injectable treatment a few years ago, Dr. Massih has found it very fulfilling to help patients with orofacial pain find relief and make patients feel good and look great! She enjoys teaching and sharing her passion for optimal patient outcomes and is honored to be a part of the AAFE faculty.
Dr. Patricia Oyole is an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon born and raised in Brazil and is the 4th generation of healthcare professionals in her family. Dr. O. is a surgeon trained in micro-surgery and in non-surgical injectable therapy by the AAFE. Dr. O is the Founder of the Craniofacial Study Center, an internationally known anatomist, and is passionate about sharing her knowledge for anatomy, complications management, and safety in injectable therapy.
Dr. Taylor maintains a practice in Newcastle, WA that is heavily focused on cosmetic dentistry and facial esthetics. Dr. Taylor enjoys continuing education to advance her skills and services to meet all of her patients’ needs. She holds accreditation in implantology, occlusion, and facial esthetics. Dr. Taylor incorporated facial esthetics into her practice in 2013 and has been involved with learning about new products and services since. She is passionate about sharing her knowledge and helping professionals grow to their full potential in esthetics.
Dr. Kanesha Scott Cole is a caring and compassionate doctor whose goal is to help improve the lives of her patients. She serves with a focus on treating patients from birth throughout adulthood, building family and patient relationships for her community. Dr. Cole brings that same passion to teaching facial esthetics and orofacial pain therapy and Dr. Cole strives to be a confidence builder and difference maker for every AAFE attendee.
Meena Karnosky is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner, proudly accredited by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. With a medical journey spanning over 18 years, Meena has honed her expertise across a diverse spectrum of healthcare realms. Her commitment to patient well-being has seen her excel in critical care, emergency medicine, and interventional radiology as a dedicated Registered Nurse. This rich foundation paved the way for her transition into the role of Nurse Practitioner, where she has seamlessly navigated between the dynamic worlds of Aesthetics, Otolaryngology, and Primary Care. Marrying her existing aesthetic acumen with innovative methodologies and evidence-based practices. Her genuine passion lies in empowering fellow healthcare providers to actualize their aesthetic aspirations. Through educational endeavors with the American Academy of Facial Esthetics (AAFE), Meena fosters an environment of learning and growth. She crafts bespoke journeys for each healthcare providers addressing their unique needs, concerns, and aspirations, thereby ensuring their success.
Dr. Kevin Ortale uses his skills to change the lives of his patients in Phoenix, AZ. He loves restoring natural beauty with total facial esthetic treatment, and treating chronic pain in orofacial pain cases. In the past 5 years, he earned his AAFE Fellowship and teaching these skills to others brings his passion for learning and teaching full circle. Dr. Ortale served in The US Air Force. where he lived in both Nebraska and Germany. He has practiced for 25 years and joined the AAFE in 2018.
Dr. Ben Jump is the founder of Bella Facial Esthetics, which provides facial cosmetic services and is committed to higher education within the realm of facial cosmetics. He recently successfully completed the Fellowship Examination for the American Academy of Facial Esthetics (AAFE) In addition, he is also a Faculty Member for the AAFE, training dentists, physicians, nurse practitioners and nurses from around the world on the use of injectables for both cosmetics as well as pain management. Dr. Jump loves to share his passion and commitment to improving patient’s lives every day and sharing his knowledge with AAFE attendees so they can enjoy their careers now more than ever.
Sydney McConkey is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner practicing in Metro Detroit. She has spent most of her career working in level 1 trauma hospitals but was always drawn to the artistry of aesthetics. She appreciates both the therapeutic and aesthetic benefits of aesthetic injectables. Sydney focuses on designing a customized treatment plan for each patient while delivering natural results. AAFE gave Sydney her foundation and advanced training in aesthetic injectables, and she loves being able to do the same for fellow peers across the country.
Megan Hayes graduated from Weber State University with her RN-BSN, and shortly after became a certified nurse injector. After receiving certification from the American Academy of Facial Esthetics, Megan was offered a full-time job at their HQ in Cleveland, Ohio, where she worked full time as a nurse injector and instructor for 18 months. She then returned home to Northern Utah and opened a medical spa. Megan has fallen in love with the blend of science and artistry that aesthetic medicine has to offer. She has taught providers all across the country, and feels like education is what fuels her fire.
Megan loves being in the esthetics industry, and especially loves the constant changes, improvements and continuing education that this field offers.
Dr. Mary Crowe received her Doctorate of Dental Medicine from Tufts University in Boston. Dr. Mary loves the art of facial esthetics and dentistry and believes function and esthetics are important aspects in successful treatment. She loves to enhance a patient's natural beauty while preserving their character. Dr. Mary is committed to lifelong learning and attends many continuing education courses to stay at the forefront of latest procedures and technology. She is excited to be a part of the AAFE faculty family and share her passion for esthetics with new and advanced injectors.
Dr. Colby Terry has spent his career honing his skills in smile makeovers, esthetic dentistry and total facial esthetics. His commitment to helping patients gain self esteem and confidence through esthetics is matched by his love of learning. Dr. Terry’s passion is teaching other professionals the art and science of total facial esthetics with the AAFE.
Katie Barrer, a Registered Dental Hygienist, started her career in 2012 and practices in Kansas City. She fell in love with dentistry at a young age when she discovered the profound impact a healthy smile and facial esthetics has on a person's confidence and overall well being. Katie integrates Botox and dermal filler into her practice, viewing them as essential components to enhance patients' self assurance and as a way to improve their overall dental health, function and total facial esthetics. Her passion is educating all healthcare professionals in injectables for the best treatment outcomes.
Dr. Tai is currently working as a general dentist focusing on facial esthetics and TMJ therapeutics. Her unique combination of experiences in teaching, anatomy and dentistry would bring values to helping clinicians to better understand and integrate neuromodulators and injectables into their clinics to achieve the best esthetic and therapeutics outcomes.
Kelsey O’Hara has been a Registered Dental Hygienist for over 15 years. She received her undergraduate degree from Kansas State University and Registered Dental Hygienist Degree from Colby Community College. Kelsey has worked in a private dental practice her whole career. In early 2023 she joined with her husband in adding aesthetic botox treatments, TMJ relief, and fillers into their Discover Dental Center practice located in Salina, Kansas. Kelsey has a passion for listening to her patient’s needs, educating her patients on treatment options, delivering optimal aesthetic results, all while making her patients feel like family. She enjoys sharing her knowledge of facial anatomy along with her love for facial aesthetics with AAFE attendees!
Rian Rosen is a board-certified Physician Assistant specializing in Otolaryngology (ENT), with a passion for aesthetic medicine. She began working in the field of Otolaryngology (ENT)/ Facial Plastic Surgery. This job allowed her to explore the intersection of medicine and aesthetics, leading her to delve deeper into the world of cosmetic injectables.
To further hone her skills in this field, Rian sought out advanced training with the American Academy of Facial Aesthetics (AAFE). Through their courses, she continues to gain an understanding of facial anatomy and injection technique which allows her to provide personalized, natural-looking results to her patients. Combining her medical expertise with her background in psychology, she approaches each attendee and patient with empathy, understanding, and a commitment to enhancing their unique features. Her goal is to provide a service that not only enhances external beauty but also promotes inner confidence and self-esteem.
Dr. Courtney Bratton, OD is a 2007 graduate of Northeastern State University Oklahoma State College of Optometry. She began a private practice in Ada, OK in 2008, where she served her community. In 2017, Dr. Bratton began training and credentialing in the field of aesthetics. As her knowledge and skills grew she opened the MedSpa, Midtown Aesthetics Ada, in May of 2021 where she currently practices facial aesthetics.
Dr. Bratton currently lives in Ada with her husband of over 20 years, Dr. Bryan Bratton, DDS. Together they have three children, Tyler, Logan, Mackenzie and son-in-law , Garrett. In her spare time, Dr Bratton loves to read, crochet, garden, travel, and hunt.
Dr. Ritchey was born and raised in Norman, Oklahoma. He graduated from the University of Kansas with a degree in Human Biology, and from the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry with his DDS, and obtained his Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry in 1998. He has practiced general dentistry in Tonganoxie, KS since 1986. With a focus on cosmetic dentistry and orthodontics, Dr. Ritchey knew that adding injectables into his practice would be a great service to his patients, so he became certified through the AAFE as soon as it was allowed by the Dental Board. In addition to dentistry, Dr. Ritchey has lectured internationally and in the US, written, and podcasted about Science Based Medicine and Dentistry for over 15 years.
Dr. Ritchey lives in Lawrence, KS with his wife Lori, dogs Tater and Junebug, and cats Gary and Gary. He has three grown children, three grandchildren, three grown bonus children, and one bonus grandchild. He enjoys outdoor activities, KU football and basketball, rock music, reading, and perpetual learning.
Dr. Habib is originally from Central Florida. She grew up with a family of dentists. When she was younger, she used to work at her Mom's dental practice, which is where she quickly learned all about dentistry and fell in love with the field.
Dr. Habib received her Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis, Tennessee. She went on to further her education in a prestigious 1 year residency program at St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center in Paterson, New Jersey.
After completing her training, Dr. Habib returned to Florida to run the family practice for a few years. In 2017, she decided to move back to New Jersey where she furthered her clinical skills by working in Manhattan at a multi-specialty practice.
In 2020, she decided to start her own practice—and opened in 2021!
Dr. Habib completed an intense 1 year Implant Maxicourse in New Jersey to learn about implants and continues to further her implant education by continuously taking courses. Dr. Habib also takes great pride in doing cosmetic dentistry and has completed a series of Full Mouth Reconstruction courses over several years.
Dr. Habib also offers cosmetic and therapeutic injectables in her practice including Botox, Dermal Fillers, PDO threads and many other services to help her patients stay refreshed and rejuvenated.
In her free time, Dr. Habib enjoys doing volunteer work and mission trips. In the past, she has participated in several volunteer events to help the underserved, including Mission of Mercy and Free Dentistry Day. She has also served on several mission trips including a few trips to Bolivia, Egypt and Peru.
She is currently a member of the American Dental Association, the American Academy of Implant Dentistry and the American Academy of Facial Esthetics. Dr. Habib is continuously taking continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on the best and latest technology to treat her patients.
