Debbie J Byrd, RDH

Debbie has been a part of the Great Oaks Dental since January of 2000.  Debbie is married to Hank, and they have two daughters, Sunny and Charley.  She loves being with her family, and enjoys the lakes and mountains that make Pickens County the great place it is.  When asked what she enjoys about working at Great Oaks Dental she says, “We have dentists whose leadership in dentistry keeps our work enjoyable, and women who work and play together.”

Carol A. Bridges, RDH

Carol has been a part of Great Oaks dental since January of 1999. Carol is married to Patrick (PJ), and they have 5 children; Chris, Jessica, Patrick, Marcus, and Katie, along with 7 grandchildren! She loves to read, hike, swim, and kayaking, and recently has added sailing to her hobbies, as well as being with her family. Carol says that Great Oaks Dental affords her a "great boss, friends, and great dentistry- a professional but fun work place."

Holly Scruggs, CDA

Holly has been a part of the Great Oaks Team since 2000. Holly is married to Brian Scruggs and they have two children Lane and Luke. Holly is an avid barrel racer, and enjoys traveling around the USA competing in rodeo’s and horse shows. Her family is involved in a rodeo ministry and while on the road Holly and her husband provide church for the contestants with preaching and singing. They have ministered to people from Florida to Illinois. She enjoys the family atmosphere here and the chance to work with great patients. “As a dental assistant, I get so much happiness out of helping people change their smiles, and maybe even their lives.” Holly also has a great desire to join one of our dental mission trips.

Alicia Simpson

Alicia has been a part of Great Oaks Dental since December of 2006.  Alicia is married to Eric Simpson and they have two sons, Cole and Conner. Alicia enjoys the outdoors, playing ball with her boys, and shopping with her friends. Alicia also enjoys teaching a children’s bible class at the church she attends. Alicia says, “I enjoy working with a group of fun girls. I am proud to be a part of such a wonderful dental team.

Kelli Bray

Kelli has been a part of the Great Oaks Dental team since 2001. Kelli is married to Jason “Jay” Bray.  Kelli has many hobbies and interests. Just to name a few: watching football (especially the Georgia Bulldogs), running and going to the lake with friends. Kelli says, “It is rewarding to see the needs of our patients being fulfilled, and then seeing them smile as they leave knowing that we gave them the best possible dental care." She also says, “I enjoy working for such great and easygoing doctors, and working with a wonderful and fun loving staff. We have a great time together, making work fun, while helping our patients.”

Sherri Reiser

Sherri is the newest member of the Great Oaks Dental team. She has been a part of our team since September 2011.  Sherri is married to Emory and they have 4 cats.  She loves spending time with her family and enjoys many hobbies.  Some of her hobbies include: shopping, fishing, hunting and water sports. She also enjoys watching movies.  Sherri loves working at Great Oaks Dental because”…..I love the experience of working in the dental field and I enjoy working with such a great staff!”

Bridget Medlin

Bridget has been a part of the Great Oaks team since March of 2004. Bridget is married to Brian and they have three children, Makaelyn, Ethan, and Brylee. She enjoys spending time with her family, going to the lake, boating, and watching her children play sports.  When asked why she enjoys working at Great Oaks Dental she says “….because of the professionalism that our doctors have for their patients as well as the staff. They are caring and want the best for each patient individually. It’s enjoyable to be able to come to work with a great group of friends that are a lot like family. ” Bridget does a great job for us as Benefits Coordinator, so if you ever have a question about your account or an insurance claim, you will want to speak with Bridget.

Crissa Fincher

Crissa has been part of the Great Oaks Dental team since March of 2003. Crissa is married to John Fincher and they have two daughters Paige and Katelyn. Crissa enjoys many different activities including water skiing, boating, camping, going to Paige’s softball/basketball/volleyball games, and social networking.  She says “Pickens is a wonderful area to work in. A small community with a large heart! I have met lifelong friends working at Great Oaks Dental.” As our Hygiene Coordinator, Crissa will schedule appointments for all of our new patients. She also schedules appointments with our Hygienists for ongoing periodic checkups. If you are a new patient or a current patient and need to make an appointment to have your teeth cleaned and checked, you will want to speak with Crissa.

Joan Hayes

Joan has been working for Great Oaks Dental since July of 1999. Joan is married to Randy Hayes and they have two children, Trevor and Olivia. Joan enjoys spending time with her family and friends, also being involved in her church activities. She says “I enjoy working with the doctors, and all the girls. Not only do we do great dentistry we also have a great relationship with each other.  This makes my job very enjoyable. I have lived in Pickens County all my life, and there is nothing like a small town friendly place.”  As our Doctors Coordinator, Joan does a wonderful job of scheduling the time our patients spend with our doctors, so if you ever need to make an appointment with one of our dentists, she is the one you will want to speak with.

Robin Giddings

Robin is married to Dr. Giddings, and has been part of Great Oaks Dental since its inception in 1982.  She has worked during those years in many capacities-as receptionist, hygienist, and assistant.  Currently, Robin does our bookkeeping, marketing, “go-fer-ing”! Dr. Giddings and Robin have 3 adult daughters, Allie, Sarah, and Mary and husband Ivan, and one granddaughter - Eleanor!  She enjoys family times spent in the mountains- hiking, and taking photographs, being active in the life and ministry of Pickens Presbyterian Church and painting oil paintings in and around Pickens.  Many of her paintings are displayed in our reception area here at Great Oaks!  Robin says, “We are so grateful for all the support that the Pickens community has given us over the years.  It is such a pleasure to offer a beautiful space for our patients to enjoy and be served in.  Our doctors and each of our staff members are committed to you, our patients, and to your having the best possible experience while you are in our care.”