The Garris Dental
Care Team

We know that our office is only as effective and as welcoming as the people who work in it, which is why we take pride in our friendly and well-trained team members! As a team, we are especially interested in making all our patients feel right at home! We put your needs first to achieve efficient and comprehensive treatment in a supportive and nurturing environment. We promise to speak candidly with you about possible treatments as well as any risks and associated costs of treatment, and how treatment can address your individual needs as a patient.

Dr. William Scott Garris

DMD

Dr. William Scott Garris graduated from the College of Charleston in 1994, before earning his doctorate from the Medical University of South Carolina College of Dental Medicine. He has been practicing dentistry since 1998. To stay up-to-date on all the latest advancements in the field of dentistry, Dr. Garris maintains memberships with the American Dental Association, South Carolina Dental Association and the Coastal District Dental Society.

When he isn’t working, Dr. Garris enjoys hunting, fishing, and sports. He is a member of St. George United Methodist Church, is active in many community activities and loves spending time with his wife, Niki, and their three children, Meg, Will and Camryn.

Dr. Jessie Suggs Robinson

DMD

Dr. Jessie Robinson was born and raised in Clemson, SC. She graduated from Clemson University (Go Tigers!) before earning her doctorate from the Medical University of South Carolina, College of Dental Medicine. She is a member of the American Dental Association, South Carolina Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, and Delta Sigma Delta Professional-Dental Fraternity.

When Dr. Robinson isn’t working, she enjoys exploring the Lowcountry with her family, reading, travel, exercise, and drawing calligraphy. Dr. Robinson is married with three children and a black Labrador retriever.

Dr. Tiffany Deaton

DMD

Dr. Tiffany Deaton attended Wofford College where she received a dual degree in Biology and Spanish. After earning her doctorate at the Medical University of South Carolina, she completed a general practice residency at MAHEC in Asheville, NC. As a member of local, state, and national dental organizations such as the South Carolina Dental Association, American Dental Association, and the Academy of General Dentistry, Dr. Deaton is devoted to excellence in dentistry while taking a gentle, caring and comprehensive approach to oral health.

Dr. Deaton enjoys travel, music, crafting, and spending time with family. She and her husband, Dr. Rhett Deaton, have 2 sons.

Dr. Rory Thomas Furrows

DMD

Dr. Rory Furrows graduated from Brigham Young University-Idaho, before earning his doctorate from the Medical University of South Carolina College of Dental Medicine. He is a member of the American Dental Association, South Carolina Dental Association, and the Coastal District Dental Society.

Dr. Furrows participates with the Boy Scouts of America and enjoys fishing and woodworking. He loves spending time with his wife Kelly, and their four children, Melissa, Lila Belle, Jordan, and Daniel.

Dr. Dominick Bear

DMD

Dr. Bear grew up in a rural community in central western Illinois. He graduated with honors from Bradley University with degrees in Biology and Chemistry. He then completed his doctorate at Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine.

He maintains membership with the following associations:
American Dental Association
Academy of General Dentistry
South Carolina Dental Association
Pee Dee District Dental Society
American Academy of Implant Dentistry
International Congress of Oral Implantologists

Dr. Bear takes over 100 hours of continuing education every year to stay up to date in the rapidly evolving field of dentistry. He focuses his education on implant and digital dentistry.

He recently earned Fellowship status in implant dentistry with the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.

In his spare time, Dr. Bear enjoys traveling, SCUBA diving, golf, fishing, and boating the low country with his family.

Michelle

Dental Hygienist
I’m Michelle and I’ve been with Garris Dental Care for 4 years. A fun fact about me is that I grew up in a West Virginian town with a population of 240!

Harlee

Dental Assistant
My name is Harlee and I’ve been at Garris Dental Care for 3 Years. A fun fact about me
is that I love my job because I get to help others with their smile!

Megan

Dental Assistant
My name is Megan and I’ve been with Garris Dental Care for 20 years. A fun fact about me is I love to keep busy and travel with my family to sporting events.

Susan

Dental Assistant
Hi! My name is Susan and I’ve been with Garris Dental Care for 12 years.

Maggie

Dental Assistant
My name is Maggie and I’ve been with Garris Dental Care for 3 years. A fun fact about me is that I have over an hour-long commute.

Kayla

Dental Assistant
My name is Kayla and I’ve been Garris Dental Care for 3 years. I love cruising and watching my girls play softball.

Jennifer

Dental Assistant
My name is Jennifer and I’ve been assisting for 50 years. A fun fact about me is that I love the holidays and playing pranks on people.

Harriet

Dental Assistant
My name is Harriet and I’ve been with Garris Dental Care for 13 years. A fun fact about me is that I love spending time with my family on our boat.

Samantha

Dental Assistant
My name is Samantha and I’ve been with Garris Dental Care for 2 years.

Priscilla

Dental Assistant
My name is Priscilla and I’ve been with Garris Dental Care for 13 years.

Angel

Dental Assistant
My name is Angel and I’ve been with Garris Dental Care for 16 years. In the summer I love going to the beach with my family, and in the fall, we love watching football together.

Martha

Dental Assistant
My name is Marta and I’ve been with Garris Dental Care for 4 years. A fun fact about me is that I’ve been assisting for over 50 years and feel like the grandmother of our office family.

Sheila

Practice Manager
My name is Sheila and I’ve been with Garris Dental Care for 25 years. I am married to Sam, and we have four adult children. We love sports with a very divided house in rooting interests. I love to read and spend time at the beach!

Kim

Front Desk
My name is Kim and I’ve been with Garris Dental Care for under a year. A fun fact about me is that I married my next-door neighbor from high school, and I’m expecting my first grandchild in December!

Meagan

Front Desk
My name is Meagan and I’ve been with Garris Dental Care for 4 years. I love spending time with friends and family and going out on the boat.

Shelia R.

Front Desk
I’m Shelia R. and I’ve worked at Garris Dental Care for 4 years. A fun fact about me; I love planting flowers!

Jillian

Front Desk
My name is Jillian and I’ve been at Garris Dental Care for 4 years. My fun fact is that I’m from a beach town in South Florida.

Sierra

Front Desk Administrator
My name is Sierra and I’ve been at Garris Dental Care for 7 years. A fun fact about myself is I love restoring old furniture.

Deborah

Front Desk
My name is Deborah and I’ve been with Garris Dental Care for 48 years. A fun fact about me is that I’ve loved my career with Garris Dental Care, but it’s almost retirement time!

Corey

Front Desk
My name is Corey and I’ve been with Garris Dental Care for 5 years. A fun fact about me is that I love going to the beach and camping with my family.

Amanda

Front Desk
My name is Amanda and I’ve been with Garris Dental Care for 7 years! A fun fact about me is that I love traveling!

Leanne

Dental Hygienist
My name is Leanne and I’ve been with Garris Dental Care for 16 years. A fun fact about me is that I have a fraternal twin sister and we get mixed up a lot!

Rebecca

Dental Hygienist
My name is Rebecca and I’ve been with Garris Dental Care for 7 years. A fun fact about me is that I have as much nail polish as any salon.

Mitzi

Dental Hygienist
My name is Mitzi and I’ve been with Garris Dental Care for 5 years. A fun fact about myself is that I’ve been working as a hygienist for 49 years and am impressed with all the new technology we use.

Jeanie

Dental Hygienist
My name is Jeanie and I’ve been with Garris Dental Care for 8 years. A fun fact about myself is that I love going on vacation!

Stacey H.

Dental Hygienist
My name is Stacey H. and I’ve been with Garris Dental Care for 2 years. A fun fact about me is that I love Disneyland and wish I lived closer to it.

Susan P.

Dental Hygienist
My name is Susan P. and I’ve been with Garris Dental Care for 4 years. A fun fact about me is that I’ve worked as a dental hygienist for 33 years.

Jenna

Dental Hygienist
My name is Jenna and I’ve been with Garris Dental Care for 13 years. A fun fact about me is that I love spending time with my family, friends, and dogs outdoors.

Abby J.-

Dental Assistant
My name is Abby J. and I’ve been with Garris Dental Care for 1 year. A fun fact about me is that I have been working in dental care for a few years, and my favorite part is getting to know my patients and their smile.

Our Team Can Transform Your Smile!