AAFE Clinical Faculty

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. 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.

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.

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!

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. 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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 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. 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. 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.

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. 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.

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.

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.

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. 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. 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. 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.

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. 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. 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. 

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. 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.

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.

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.

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!

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. 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.