Our Staff We love to see you smile!
Bart
Born and raised in Asheville, Bart Martin loves bringing smiles to the people of western North Carolina. After attending Reynolds High School and earning the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America, he attended UNC-CH with a prestigious Morehead Scholarship and received an undergraduate degree in Chemistry before achieving his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) at the UNC School of Dentistry.
Bart brings his life-long energy, enthusiasm, and dedication to helping other people to his dental practice, combining the science and artistry of dental work to make sure your teeth give you every reason to smile. Outside of the office, he loves spending time with family and friends as well as cooking, golfing, camping, and coaching his son's youth football team.
Marlo
Marlo is one of our Dental Assistants. Although she is originally from Detroit, she has lived across the country in Alameda,California;Cincinnati,Ohio; and Greensboro and Jacksonville, NC. Marlo graduated from Asheville High and has spent many years in this area. She just can’t resist the pull of the Great Smoky Mountains.
After a 11 year career in retail management, she desired to make a career change, resulting in a Certificate of Dental Assisting from AB Tech. Marlo has been with us as a Dental Assistant for 13 years. Her hobbies include spending time with her daughter, reading, home remodeling, and gardening. Marlo loves to travel to places both near and far from home.
Audrey
Audrey is Registered Dental Hygienist. Audrey was drawn to the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina 28 years ago. She enjoys hiking, biking, traveling and family time.
She received a degree in dental hygiene from AB Tech in 1995. Upon graduation she was awarded the prestigious Hu-Friedy Golden Scaler award for clinical and academic excellence. She is well regarded by her patients and is known for an exceptionally gentle touch and warm sense of humor.
She keeps up to date on the latest advances in dental hygiene by attending courses, reading monthly journals and participating in online topic discussions.
Carol
35 years devoted to dental hygiene, and five years as a dental assistant, qualifies Carol as a definite dental professional.
When Carol isn’t having fun with family and friends, she and husband Bob enjoy the company of their family pet, Bailey, a Bichon Frise. To relax, she spends time with a good book or her gardening. Proof of her green thumb is evident in Carol’s flowers and vegetables. She also appreciates the fresh mountain air as well as the beauty of the seashore.
Above those favored activities however, her most precious time is spent with her grandchildren. Carol has been with Dr. Martin since 1992.
Crystal
Growing up in Asheville, Crystal graduated from AB Tech and has been a Certified Dental Assistant for the past 17 years. She and her husband David, of 20 years, have a young dog named Jake that they love very much. Crystal enjoys her profession and takes pride in her work. She also likes to spend time with family and friends.
Other interests include travel, music, jewelry making, and time in the outdoors.
Christy
Christy has been in dentistry for almost 28 years! First, as a dental assistant for 4 years then as a dental hygienist for about 11 years. She also taught a dental x-ray class at AB Tech for about 11 years. Now she uses that knowledge and experience as the office coordinator for our practice.
Christy has a 18 year old daughter and an almost 17 year old son who keep her very busy! She also has 4 dogs (a wonderful mix named Maggie, a pug named Gracie, a long haired Chihuahua named Tessa, and a German Shepherd named Niko), 2 cats (Stormy and Thunder) and a horse (a big red thoroughbred named Steffie). She enjoys lots of outdoor activities, reading, horseback riding, and going to the movies.