241 Stork Way Seneca, SC 29678
241 Stork Way Seneca, SC 29678
One of the biggest assets of Keowee Smiles that makes our office stand out above the rest is our wonderful team. Your Keowee Smiles team is composed of eight people who have come together and made it their highest priority to serve you. There are no “titles” here at our office and any given day you might find our receptionist in the back helping with sterilization, a hygienist answering the phone or taking payments, or one of the doctors getting a room ready for the next patient, all stepping in to do whatever it takes to meet our patients’ needs. We are a family here and strive to treat you as one of the family as well. Individually, this is an amazing group of people, but together, they make up an energetic, enthusiastic, fun-loving, hard-working and dedicated team of professionals who are excited to fulfill your dental needs!
Dr. Kenneth C. Dobson practices in a state-of-the-art facility and is one of the most advanced dentists in the upstate. He is committed to understanding the needs and desires of each patient and takes great pride in providing the best dentistry has to offer. Dr. Dobson always goes the extra mile to ensure the satisfaction of each patient and is quickly becoming one of the upstate’s leading dentists for people who want to improve their lives through cosmetic dentistry.
Dr. Dobson graduated from Walhalla High School in 1973. He obtained a BA degree in Mathematics with a minor in Microbiology and Biochemistry from Clemson University in 1977. In 1982, he graduated from the Medical University of South Carolina’s College of Dental Medicine with a DMD degree. Since then, he has attended yearly continuing education classes and seminars to stay current in the latest technologies and advances. Dr. Dobson has also trained with the nation’s leading implant dentists to perfect his skills in implant dentistry. He is a member of the Piedmont Dental Society, South Carolina Dental Society and American Dental Association.
He served as a Dental Missionary in El Salvador, Central America, for three years (1996-1999). Living in El Salvador with his family was a very rewarding experience, and Dr. Dobson continues to be involved in mission work on a regular basis to provide dental care for underprivileged children and adults.
In his free time, Dr. Dobson enjoys his horses, camping and working outdoors along with his beautiful wife Karen. Dr. and Mrs. Dobson have five children and nine grandchildren. They love being grandparents and enjoy spending as much time as possible with their grandchildren.
Dr. Lissa D. Gilreath is a proud native of the Upstate with family located in both Greenville and Oconee counties. A graduate of Wade Hampton High School in Greenville, SC, she went on to receive her BS in Biology with a minor in Chemistry from Winthrop University in Rock Hill, SC. During her time at Winthrop, Dr. Gilreath was actively involved in scientific research. She is a published author in the area of organic chemistry. Her findings have contributed in the development of improved drug pathways that could reduce byproduct waste and increase purity in medications such as antibiotics.
Dr. Gilreath attended the James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine at Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, SC, where she gained her DMD degree. Between the classes and clinics at MUSC, Dr. Gilreath found the time to put her passion for both dentistry and her community to work by providing free dental care and oral hygiene instruction to her fellow South Carolinians. She has volunteered at multiple outreach centers and special needs facilities throughout SC.
Dr. Gilreath is an active member of several dental organizations including the Academy of General Dentistry, American Dental Association and the South Carolina Dental Association. She prides herself on being a compassionate and attentive healthcare provider. She always strives to provide top-notch care putting her patients’ feelings first and taking the time to actively listen. You will find her very easy to talk to and many find themselves sharing a good laugh with her during their appointments.
Dr. Gilreath lives in Greenville, SC with her two sons, Jude and Hayes. In her spare time, Dr. Gilreath enjoys good company, delicious food and big laughter. She loves travelling and some of her favorite times are spent exploring the great outdoors with her friends and family.
Cassidy joined our team in February of 2020. She was born in Raleigh, NC and moved with her family to Seneca, SC in 2007. Cassidy graduated from West-Oak High School in 2016 and started attending Tri-County Technical College to start her dental hygiene career. Following TCTC, Cassidy was accepted into Greenville Technical College’s dental hygiene program and graduated with honors. She has an Associate in Science with a Major in Applied Dental Hygiene. In addition to her Dental Hygiene license, she is certified to administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide.
When not at the office with her dental family, Cassidy enjoys spending time with her family, friends and husband Brady. She also is an active member of her local church.
Cassidy prides herself on making connections with her patients and fully devotes herself to understanding their needs and wants. Her primary goal is to provide quality care and help each patient achieve a brighter, healthier smile!
Angel is one of our two dental hygienists. She graduated from Easley High School and obtained her cosmetology license through the Pickens Career and Technology Center. Following high school, she also received her pharmacy technician’s license. Angel began her journey towards the dental field at Tri-County’s Pendleton campus. Soon after, she was accepted into Greenville Technical College’s hygiene program and received her Associate’s Degree in Science, majoring in Applied Dental Hygiene. She is BioLase and GBT (Guided Biofilm Therapy) certified.
In her free time, she enjoys traveling with her friends and hiking with her brother. She loves movies, music and animals. Angel works to serve the community through her goal to provide legendary service. She is dedicated to helping patients achieve healthy smiles they can be proud of.
Jessica, (AKA Jessie), joined our team in 2009. Since that time, she has become a very important member of our team. Jessie graduated from Walhalla High School in 2000 and from Tri-County Technical College in 2002. Jessie enjoys working side by side with Dr. Dobson and his team to improve and maintain her patients optimal oral health.
Jessie enjoys camping, swimming, spending time with her husband, Scott, a fire lieutenant at Boiling Springs Fire District. They have three children, Destiny, Korbin and Addie. Destiny is a graduate of Coastal Carolina University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and works as a third grade teacher at Six Mile Elementary School, Korbin is a graduate of Tri-County Technical Collage with an Associate’s Degree in Welding and Addie is a junior at Walhalla High School. She and her family also love serving the Lord in the community and at her local church.
Melissa graduated from Wren High School in 2016. She then furthered her studies at Tri-County Technical College and gained an Associate in Science in 2018 and received her Expanded Duties Dental Assisting Certification in 2020. Additionally, she is DANB certified as well as certified to administer nitrous oxide.
Melissa joined our team in May of 2022. She enjoys spending time with her husband, Tyler, and their three crazy cats. Melissa loves being outdoors and especially looks forward to time spent at the lake and working in her yard.
Melissa has specialized experience in pediatric dentistry and is great with kiddos. However, she excels working with patients of all ages. She prides herself in helping patients to feel comfortable, while providing quality care.
Jasmin joined our practice in the summer of 2021. She is a proud graduate of Walhalla High School Class of 2019. After high school, Jasmin went on to gain her Expanded Duties Dental Assisting Certification from Tri-County Technical College and is DANB certified with an additional certification to administer nitrous oxide. Jasmin’s ability to communicate in Spanish helps our patients to feel more at ease and understood while in the dental chair. She thrives on making people comfortable and heard, which she accomplishes with a sweet, soft demeanor that is beyond compare. Our patients feel instantly at ease around her.
Her main passion in life is to help others in any way she can. When Jasmin is not at Keowee Smiles she is busy spending time with her husband, Balfredt, her family and her friends. She loves to travel to all kinds of places and appreciates a good, fun day of shopping.
Our front desk coordinator, Ginger, has been a familiar face at Keowee Smiles for many years. Originally from Michigan, she moved to South Carolina in 1986. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Southern Wesleyan University in 1998. Ginger loves working with people and assisting them any way possible.
Before joining the team, she served as Executive Director of the Littlejohn Community Center, a spokesperson for Habitat for Humanity, a counselor at a domestic violence shelter and her favorite job, as a homemaker.
She has four wonderful children: Ariana, Tiana, Brady and Josie. In her spare time, Ginger enjoys baking, gardening, crafting and spending time with her family. They are actively involved in their church, Trinity Wesleyan. Ginger has two granddaughters and grandson, Jade, Gemma and Krew.
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