Meet Our Leadership Team in Sun City, Arizona

Carrie – Chief Operations Officer

I have been working in the dental industry for 20 years and at Burns Dentistry almost 10 years. I have an associates degree in Dental Assisting, x-ray certification and phlebotomy certification. Sun City dentistry has always been a passion for me since the beginning. I love what I do, helping change the lives of our patients and achieve the smile of their dreams.

The Burns Dentistry team is a special group that strives for excellence in everything that they do – and I love being a part of that. I truly enjoying being part of something bigger than myself. As the Chief Operations Officer, I oversee all departments and the continuing growth here at Burns Dentistry. What that means for the patient is that I ensure perfection for each patient that we take on. When I am not helping our patients and staff, I enjoy shopping, going to the movies and spending quality time with family and friends.

Amy – Clinical Director

I have worked in the dental industry for more than 16 years, and have had the wonderful opportunity of being at Burns Dentistry for the past two years. I earned my Bachelor’s Degree from Western New Mexico University, where I attended college on a Softball Scholarship. Being a dental care provider has always been a passion of mine, so after I graduated college I started my career as a dental assistant. I loved every minute of being a dental assistant, and I haven’t looked back.

My favorite part about what I do at Burns Dentistry is working with patients and building relationships. I’m lucky to have a rewarding job where I can help patients stay healthy and achieve the smile they have always wanted, and deserved. Joining the team at Burns Dentistry has been a great experience. I love the positive atmosphere, team focused environment, and always being challenged to grow both personally and professionally. I can honestly say that the dentist office is a place that I love to go to every day. When I’m not at work, I love hiking, shopping, and spending lots of time with my family.

Jessica – Administrative Director

Jessica was originally born in California, however, she considers herself an Arizona native as she moved here when she was 6 years old. She studied at the University of Arizona, before deciding that dentistry was her passion. Jessica began taking courses to join the Dental Hygiene program at Phoenix College. Since then, she has taken extensive continuing education courses on Patient Care, Dental and Medical Insurance Billing, TMJ/TMD, and Treatment Coordination. Jessica has worked in the dental industry for more than ten years, and joined the Burns Dentistry team one year ago.

Get to know Jessica:
In her spare time, she enjoys hiking in Northern Arizona with her husband and their dog, Stella. Aside from being in the great outdoors, she enjoys staying active and working out or doing yoga, and spending time with her family and friends.

• Favorite Color: Purple and Green
• Favorite Movie: Curious Case of Benjamin Button
• Favorite Quote: “Sometimes we’re tested, not to show our weakness, but to discover our strengths.”
• Hidden Talent: She was a licensed falconer in the state of Arizona and had two Harris Hawks, and barn owl.
• If she could travel anywhere, It would be: Norway

Heather – Support Center Director

Heather is originally from Fresno, California. Her family moved to Arizona in the summer of 1989. Heather’s training was completed in a functioning dental office designed to hire and train team members with hands-on experience. After her training was completed, she moved on to become the Billing/AR Specialist, later becoming the Billing Department Team Lead for one of the largest dental companies in the Phoenix area. She has been in the dental field for over thirteen years, and joined the Burns Dentistry team one year ago.

Get to know Heather:
Heather’s hobbies include reading, cooking, chasing her grandkids, and relaxing with her husband. Together, they have 2 quirky, fun cats!

• Favorite Color: Pink
• Favorite Movie: Tombstone
• Favorite Quote: “Great things never came from comfort zones”
• Hidden Talent: She was on a traveling jump rope team.
• If she could travel anywhere, It would be: Ireland

Theresa – Human Resources Manager

Theresa was born and raised in Chicago, IL., and recently moved to Arizona in July of 2021. She holds a BA from DeVry University with an HR concentration and has eight years of experience in the Human Resources field. Theresa is currently preparing for the SHRM-CP (HR Professional Certificate).

Get to know Theresa:
She is married with two children, and a Shih Tzu named Nizze. In her free time, she likes to unwind with yoga. She’s adventurous and will generally try something at least once, and is a lover of all things of the Mexican cuisine.

• Favorite Color: Pink
• Favorite Movie: Juno
• Favorite Quote: “Be yourself. Everyone else is taken.”
• Hidden Talent: Theresa loves to roller skate.
• If she could travel anywhere, It would be: Africa

Diane – Executive Assistant

Originally from Maui, Hawaii, Diane moved to Fort Collins, CO, and lived there for 18 years before moving to Arizona 4 years ago. She has twenty-five years of experience in the dental field, and has been with Burns Dentistry for over four years.

Get to know Diane:
Diane loves to golf, loves the water, and spending time with her boyfriend Sean. Some of her favorite sports are hockey, golf, and college football. Diane and Sean recently welcomed a new cat to their family.

• Favorite Color: Burgundy
• Favorite Movie: 50 First Dates
• Favorite Quote: “If at first you don’t succeed, try again”
• Hidden Talent: She danced hula most of her life. Diane was part of a 4 man sculling team when she lived in Colorado.
• If she could travel anywhere, It would be: Bora Bora