Meet the Staff
Dr. Engel’s Team AKA our 2nd Family
We are a small team, some of us go back 15+ years, others were patients even as kids, some of us are newer but just as equally loved in this work family. We spend a lot of time together and like any family we don’t always see eye to eye but just like every family we move forward loving each other and our patients. who over the years have become part of this family as well. Most importantly we love what we do, and we do it with love & passion! We look forward to working with you.
Kathryn
Registered Dental Hygienist
Kathryn grew up in the Low country and graduated Magna Cum Laude from Trident Tech in 2007 with her Associate of Science in Dental Hygiene. She started working with Dr. Engel in 2004 at the front desk, and quickly started back as soon as she graduated from Hygiene school. Kathryn is a proud mom to her daughter and stepson, and has 3 kittens and 2 dogs. She adopted from Pet Helpers & the Charleston Animal Society. She loves all of the patients and coworkers at Dr. Engel’s office.
Melissa
Registered Dental Hygienist
Melissa grew up as a “military brat” and spent most of her young childhood here in Charleston. She has also lived in Connecticut, Virginia Beach, and Northern Virginia. In 1995 Melissa started her dental career as a certified dental assistant. She earned her Applied Associate of Science in Dental Hygiene in 2003. She worked in Northern Virginia until she and her family moved back to Charleston in 2011. Melissa is married to her high school sweetheart, Steve, and has 2 children, Colby & Kendall. Melissa enjoys spending quality time with her family and stays busy with her kids’ sporting activities. She also enjoys decorating cakes, swimming, and long walks on the beach.
