Meet Team RaptouWe recognize that all of our patients are unique and deserve to receive dental care that reflects their individual needs. Our experienced and talented dental team is committed to working with you and your family to create a comfortable, stress-free, and rewarding dental experience every time you visit our practice. We are pleased to welcome you and your family, and we look forward to working with you. Alayne, Office ManagerAlayne has been in the dental field for over thirty years as a dental hygienist. Currently, she is enjoying her office manager position with us, where her wealth of dental knowledge is valuable. Alayne is the first person our patients see, greeting them in a warm and professional manner and ensuring they are comfortable with all the aspects of their dental visits. She enjoys helping our patients with financial arrangements, insurance plans, and scheduling their appointments. Alayne and her husband Dave have two grown children, Adam and Jen, and two granddaughters Kaia and Gracie. She enjoys spending free time with her family, volunteering at JOIN, and attending yoga classes. Bella, Dental AssistantBella has been a dental assistant at Raptou Family Dental since August 2024. Originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, she relocated to Ohio in 2021 with her fiancé, Cameron. Bella is a 2024 graduate of the First Impressions Dental Assisting Program in Powell, Ohio. With a background in childcare, Bella's passion for helping people drew her to dentistry. She finds great joy in witnessing patients leave Raptou Family Dental with increased confidence in their smiles and meeting new people every day. An avid animal lover, Bella and her fiancé have 5 pets. She cherishes spending time with her loved ones and furry friends. Bella is dedicated to furthering her professional development in the ever-evolving field of dentistry and is committed to building meaningful connections with patients at Raptou Family Dental. Tara, Dental HygienistTara has worked for Raptou Family Dental for over 10 years. She graduated from The Ohio State University in 2007 with a BS degree in Dental Hygiene. She is hard working, committed to our practice, and loves our patients. One of her strongest skills is her ability to present possibilities of what our practice can do for our patients, from Invisalign and cosmetic dentistry to restorative procedures. Tara enjoys meeting, building, and maintaining relationships with everyone she meets. Since working at our practice, she has acquired many life long friendships with patients and co-workers that she is extremely thankful for. She and her husband Jim have three children: Paige, Nora, and Ethan. They enjoy making new memories and traditions with their children, spending time at the lake, and cheering on the Buckeyes! Carleigh, Dental HygienistCarleigh grew up in Charleston, South Carolina. She received her dental hygiene degree from SUNY Broome in Binghamton, New York. She has over 9 years of experience working as a hygienist in Maryland, Virginia, Florida, and now Ohio. Carleigh believes that visiting the dentist should be a pleasant experience and strives to make each appointment as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. She enjoys building relationships with her patients while gaining their trust as a patient advocate. Carleigh loves spending time with her two sons and dog, exploring everything Columbus has to offer. She also enjoys finding new coffee shops, crocheting, and listening to music. |
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