3412 East Hwy 377, Granbury, TX 76049
Meet Our Team
Our Team
Becky C.
Registered Dental AssistantBecky Carter is a Registered Dental Assistant at Granbury Dental Center, where she has worked for eight years. She grew up in Tennessee and attended school in Memphis, graduating in 1974. With a career beginning in oral surgery in 1975, Becky loves seeing patients leave with confidence and a new smile. She enjoys educating people about their oral health. When she is not in the office, Becky enjoys putting puzzles together, hiking, traveling to see her grandchildren and anything outdoors. She has two beautiful daughters. Becky values the opportunities to work with Dr. Buske and appreciates the educational and positive environment at Granbury Dental Center.
Brandi P.
Dental HygienistBrandi Pemberton has been a Dental Hygienist at Granbury Dental Center since 2022. Brandi grew up in Mansfield, Texas, and studied dental hygiene at Del Mar College, graduating in 2019. She is also a Certified Nursing Assistant with a decade of experience in the dental profession, starting in an orthodontics office. Brandi loves the family atmosphere of her coworkers and getting to know her patients on a personal level. She enjoys reading books on rainy days and buying new flowers for her flowerbeds. Brandi has been with her husband for almost a decade and they have a beautiful boy. Her family is her everything, and she cherishes the support of her husband.
Cathy H.
Dental HygienistCathy has been a part-time Dental Hygienist at Granbury Dental Center since 2020. She grew up in a small community near Abilene, Texas. Cathy graduated from Albany High School in 1977 and earned her undergraduate degree from Midwestern State University in 1981. With over four decades in the dental profession, she holds a Master’s degree in Education and Human Development from Hardin-Simmons University, completed in 1983, and a Real Estate License. Cathy finds joy in family gatherings and the promise of Heaven. She enjoys training horses, writing books, and singing occasionally and has a ministry within the Barrel Racing and Rodeo world. She has two children.
Cece
Business AssistantCecelia grew up in the Pineywoods and is a Business Assistant at Granbury Dental Center. She started her dental profession at Granbury Dental Center in 2018. Cecelia has additional training in VIVOS from the Productive Dentist Academy. She loves seeing patients’ new smiles after their treatment is completed. Cecelia enjoys playing with her puppies and unwinding with a glass of wine. She has a beautiful daughter, two Pomeranians, and two baby turtles. Cecelia loves to travel and explore cities by the beach with her daughter and has a special affection for France.
Debbie H.
Insurance CoordinatorDebbie Hoznik is the Insurance Coordinator at Granbury Dental Center, where she has worked since 2022. She has three decades of experience in the dental profession and is an OSHA Specialist. Debbie grew up in Tacoma, Washington, moved to Puyallup, Washington, and eventually settled in Texas in April 2022. She graduated from Tahoma High School in 1985, completed the Dental Assisting Program at Clover Park Technical College in 1994, and attended Tacoma Community College for General Studies. Debbie enjoys helping patients understand their insurance coverage and being part of the insurance team. When she is not working, she enjoys crafts, sewing, cooking, baking, home decor, and antiques. She has two grown daughters, Katie and Beth, and two cats.
Delicia
Registered Dental Assistant and Sleep Care CoordinatorDelicia is a Registered Dental Assistant and Sleep Care Coordinator at Granbury Dental Center, where she has worked since 2021. She grew up in Amarillo, Texas, and attended Canyon High School. Delicia earned her Dental Assistant Certificate through San Antonio UT Health’s online program. She finds joy in helping people become more confident through their smiles. When not working, she enjoys reading and playing with her son and two cats.
Diana
Business AssistantDiana Martinez has been a Business Assistant at Granbury Dental Center since 2022. She grew up in Ranger, Texas, and attended Eastland High School. She is CPR certified with almost a decade of experience in the dental field. Diana enjoys working with the public and seeing the positive impact on patients’ lives when they leave the office. When not in the office, Diana loves spending time with her family. She is a mother of two sons and a grandmother, fondly known as “Gigi.”
Gaye B.
Medical BillingGaye Baxter is responsible for Medical Billing at Granbury Dental Center and has dedicated 35 years to the dental profession, all with this practice. She grew up in Fort Worth, Texas, and attended Northside High, graduating in 1981. Gaye holds CDA and RDA certifications. She loves seeing the changes made in patients’ lives after their smiles are restored. Gaye enjoys spending time with her family and volunteering. She is married with children and grandchildren.
Julie
Business AssistantJulie grew up in Arlington, Texas, and is a Business Assistant at Granbury Dental Center, where she has worked for almost two decades. With 42 years of experience in the dental profession, Julie loves changing people’s smiles. She enjoys spending time with family and camping. Julie has been married to her husband Donald for four decades, and they have two children.
Kaitlyn H.
Registered Dental AssistantBorn and raised in Granbury, Texas, Kaitlyn Hemphill has been a Registered Dental Assistant at Granbury Dental Center since 2022. She graduated from Granbury High School in 2012 and has been in the dental profession for almost a decade. Kaitlyn loves being part of the surgery team and the family atmosphere at GDC. She is also CPR certified. In her spare time, Kaitlyn enjoys going to the gym, vacationing, taking long walks, and spending time with her two children. She loves sunny spring days, coffee, the beach, and church.
Kammie B.
Dental HygienistKammie Buske grew up in Montana and has worked at Granbury Dental Center as a Dental Hygienist for two decades. With over two decades of experience as a hygienist, she loves helping patients maintain their oral health. She is married to Dr. Jeff Buske and together they share three children: Dillon, Abbie, and Maddox.
Kari B.
Registered Dental HygienistKari Brantley is a Registered Dental Hygienist at Granbury Dental Center, where she has worked for over a decade. She grew up in Lamesa, Texas, and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in 2005 from Southern Nazarene University and an Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene in 2007 from Lamar Institute of Technology. She is certified in Laser and Nitrous Oxide and CPR. Kari is passionate about helping patients achieve optimal oral health and enjoys the family-like atmosphere of the team and patients. Kari loves being outdoors in her spare time, watching her kids’ sports events, playing golf, and reading. She has been married to Brandon for almost two decades and together they have two children.
Kelly W.
Practice ManagerKelly Williams has been at Granbury Dental Center as the Practice Manager since July 2007 and this is her first and only dental office experience. She moved to Granbury, Texas, in 1979 and graduated from Granbury High School in 1996. She is CPR certified. Kelly loves seeing the team’s transformations in patients’ lives and cherishes her Granbury Dental Center family. When not working, she enjoys watching her son play sports, and spending time with family and friends, and has two dogs, Kacey and Buster. She has been married to her husband for over a decade and together they share a blended family with four children.
Lisa H.
Insurance CoordinatorLisa Hall is an Insurance Coordinator at Granbury Dental Center with over three decades of experience in the dental profession. She earned her Registered Dental Assistance in 1996. Her favorite part of her job is helping people. Lisa and her family have lived in Granbury since 2008, and she has been a valued team member at Granbury Dental Center for several years.
Marsha D.
Hygiene CoordinatorMarsha Dupree has been a Hygiene Coordinator at Granbury Dental Center since 2016. She grew up in Colorado City, Texas, where she graduated from high school in 1971, and furthered her education at Houston Community College. With over five decades of experience in the dental profession, Marsha loves interacting and connecting with patients, many of whom feel like family to her. Her favorite part of the job is making smiles happen and forming meaningful connections. Marsha enjoys bowling in tournaments, drag racing, traveling to meet new people, experiencing different cultures, and embracing the diversity of life. She has been married to her high school sweetheart for over five decades and together have two sons, John and Mark.
Melissa M.
Registered Dental Assistant and Sleep Care CoordinatorMelissa McHaney grew up in Fort Worth, Texas, and graduated from Haltom High School in 2011. She is a Registered Dental Assistant and Sleep Care Coordinator at Granbury Dental Center. Melissa has been with the practice since 2022, marking the beginning of her career in the dental profession. Melissa is passionate about helping patients regain their confidence through their dental treatments. She finds joy in making others smile and loves the supportive environment at Granbury Dental Center. Melissa enjoys crocheting, playing video games, and gardening in her spare time. Melissa is a proud pet owner of two weenie dogs, one cat, and a tortoise.
Monica H.
Registered Dental AssistantMonica Hernandez is a Registered Dental Assistant at Granbury Dental Center. She was born and raised in Granbury and graduated from Granbury High School in 2005. With over a decade of experience in the dental profession, Monica is dedicated to making patients feel at ease and transforming their smiles. She is passionate about making friends with her patients and values the connections she makes. When she is not working, Monica loves being a sports mom, cheering for her kids at their games, and enjoying the beach with her family, her husband, two children, three dogs, and one cat.
Shannon S.
Registered Dental HygienistAs a Registered Dental Assistant at Granbury Dental Center, Shannon Sappington plays a crucial role in patients’ dental journeys. She grew up in Lubbock, TX, and graduated from Fort Worth Dental Assisting in 2005. She has over two decades of experience in the dental field and continuously pursues continuing education to stay updated in her field. Shannon enjoys gardening, listening to music, dancing, taking long walks, and practicing yoga. She is married, has two daughters, and is a proud pet owner of two dogs. Shannon lives by Maya Angelou’s words: “I don’t trust anyone who doesn’t laugh.”
Sierra C.
Registered Dental HygienistSierra Carr has been part of the Granbury Dental Center as a Registered Dental Hygienist since 2022. Originally from Homer, Alaska, Sierra studied at Texas Woman’s University, earning a Bachelor of Science with a major in Dental Hygiene in 2013. She holds additional certifications in Real Estate, Aesthetic Injectors, Neurotoxins, and Dermal Fillers. With over a decade of experience in the dental field Sierra is passionate about promoting overall health and helping patients feel their best. Outside of work, she enjoys horse-barrel racing, working out, and spending time outdoors. She comes from a family in the fishing business in Alaska and has an identical twin sister. Sierra values the strong working culture at Granbury Dental Center.
Sommer C.
Registered Dental AssistantSommer Carrol is a Registered Dental Assistant at Granbury Dental Center, where she has been on the team since 1998. She was born and raised in Granbury, TX, and graduated from Granbury High School in 1996. With a career spanning over two decades, Sommer is passionate about guiding patients through their smile transformation journeys and witnessing their renewed confidence. She continues to pursue ongoing education to stay updated in her field. Outside of work, Sommer loves spending time with her family and friends. She is a proud mother of two children and enjoys the company of her two dogs. She treasures her large family and the time they spend together.
Stacy H.
Dental AssistantStacy Hickey is a Dental Assistant at Granbury Dental Center, bringing over a decade of experience in the dental field. Born and raised in Granbury, she graduated from Granbury High School in 2008 and later attended Career Centers of Texas in 2009 for Dental Assisting. She is DAANCE certified and continuously seeks to expand her knowledge. She worked in private practice and oral surgery before joining the Granbury Dental Center. Stacy loves meeting new people and helping them feel comfortable at the dentist. In her spare time, she enjoys gardening, cooking, spending time with family and friends, and watching her kids play baseball and softball. She and her husband, Justin, are proud parents of three children.
Suzanne V.
Business AssociateBorn and raised in New Jersey, Suzanne Vanna is a Business Associate at Granbury Dental Center. She pursued her education at Camden County College in Blackwood, NJ, and went on to study to be a CDA/RDA. With over three decades of experience in the dental profession, Suzanne brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to her role. She is committed to helping patients achieve healthy, life-changing, and confident smiles. In her spare time, Suzanne enjoys boating at sunset, shopping for shoes, exploring new restaurants in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, and cooking with a good glass of wine. She is grateful to have family in Dallas and Austin and cherishes her close relationships with them.
