Born and raised in Hendersonville, NC, Hasmi R. Patel, DMD is happy to be home in North Carolina and serving the Indian Trail community with complete, compassionate dental care. Her lifelong interest in dentistry began when she was a child when her father encouraged her to explore a profession that allowed her to balance work and family life, help others achieve better health, and incorporate her artistic abilities. Dr. Patel’s end goal was to become a respected doctor. She discovered that dentistry was her passion and the best possible professional path for her future.
Dr. Patel attended Temple University in Philadelphia, PA for her undergraduate degree, where she majored in biology. She continued her studies at the School of Dentistry at Temple University where she earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine.
After studying, living, and working in Philadelphia for eight years, Dr. Patel moved back to North Carolina. She is now a local dentist and the proud owner of Indian Trail Dental Studio, where she stays true to her mission in dentistry: to treat her patients with the same level of service and quality of care that she’d want for her own family and friends. Dr. Patel regularly attends continuing education courses so she can expand and enhance the services she provides her patients.
When Dr. Patel is not in the office, she enjoys spending time with her sons, husband, family, and friends. She and her husband love exploring and traveling, and they always appreciate receiving destination recommendations from friends, family, and patients alike. She also enjoys watching movies and basketball (go Bulls!), staying active by trying new workout programs, and running outdoors. She looks forward to working as a local dentist and meeting new patients in her office each day.
Dr. Hysa is a proud graduate of UNC Chapel Hill School of Dentistry. In addition, he was accepted to the prestigious Pankey Institute for advanced dental techniques.
Dr. Hysa has made a commitment to staying up-to-date on the latest dental techniques. He has expanded his skills and knowledge by taking courses in both implant and periodontal surgeries. The doctor graduated Magna Cum Laude from East Carolina University in Biology.
When asked why he chose dentistry as his medical field, Dr. Hysa said, “I believe in helping people and that includes aiding them in achieving the best smile possible. At the end of the day, a smile is contagious, and everyone deserves a bigger and brighter smile on a daily basis.”
After 13 years in North Carolina, Dr. Hysa considers the Tar Heel State his home and he has become an avid UNC Basketball fan. He also enjoys a good game of soccer and returning to the beaches of the Outer Banks where he spent a lot of time growing up. A firm believer in giving back to others whenever possible, Dr. Hysa volunteers for the Mission of Mercy Clinics and has traveled to provide dental care at a rural orphanage in Mexico.
Taylor was born in Baltimore, Maryland and then lived on the Jersey Shore for 15 years before moving to NC in 2020.
She graduated from Georgian Court University in 2017 with a Psychology degree.
Taylor got her start working in dentistry back in NJ where she worked front desk at a pediatric dental practice. “I really fell in love with the field and was able to form bonds with the patients. I liked being able to make a difference in my position and so when I had to leave NJ and move here I was excited to start in a new office and join a new dental family!” Taylor has been with us since 2020 and is a familiar face to all the patients who have been with us since the beginning.
When Taylor isn’t at work she might be snuggled up reading a book with her cats, Lune and Mitzi, working on writing her own novel, spending time with her family, or up in the mountains camping!
Born and raised in the Caribbean, Davonnia learned from a very young age the importance of Dental Care. As she often recalls, “My grandmother was adamant about brushing and flossing our teeth day in and day out. Her parents never prioritized oral health and after losing a great deal of her own teeth, she made it her mission to ensure that never happened to us”. That routine manifested itself into being the path that Davonnia took for her career. She is currently completing all her prerequisites to become a Dental Hygienist.
As a new transplant to North Carolina from New York, Davonnia is enjoying the warmer weather with her family that includes her mom, two sisters, and 3 cats.
Randie was born and raised in Lake Lure, NC. He moved across the country and got his diploma in Dental Assisting from Western Dakota Tech in Rapid City, SD. He spent eight years in South Dakota before deciding the cold wasn’t for him and he missed the warmth of the Carolinas.
Randie worked in a Pediatric Dental Office for a year and a half in Hilton Head, SC. He also worked for a while in an Endodontics office!
When it comes to his work ethic, Randie goes above and beyond for every patient. He loves to quote Mary Kay and say, “Pretend that every person you meet has a sign around his or her neck that says ‘Make me feel important.’” We know you will find Randie takes this to heart!
When he’s not at work, you can find Randie at the nearest watering hole. Whether it’s a lake, beach, or pool – You can find him in the sun with a drink in his hand!
Sarju, know in the office as “Sarge”, was born in Charlottesville, Virginia but was raised in Hickory, NC. He graduated from high school and headed to UNC Charlotte where he got his B.S. in Exercise Science before realizing the dental field was his calling. He went to Premier Dental Assisting Academy of Charlotte and joined our team shortly after graduating. Currently Sarge is enrolled in a Dental Hygiene program at CPCC but he still makes time to come back when he can and spend the day assisting Grace to watch and learn from our rockstar hygienist!
When asked what advice he gives to patients he laughed. “Life is short – Smile while you still have teeth.”
In his free time Sarge enjoys basketball, going to the gym, gaming, and traveling with his friends!
Zee was born and raised in New Jersey before relocating to NC in 2023. After graduating from JWU she worked in Spa Management for over five years until she decided she wanted to do something more meaningful and interpersonal. She was specifically looking for something in the healthcare setting. Zee signed up for a Medical Assisting Program but was accidentally enrolled into the Dental Assisting Program and ended up loving it! Zee can be found at the front desk as our Finance Coordinator but she also still assists from time to time so don’t be surprised to see her in the back. When she’s not working Zee enjoys spending time with her family, crocheting, reading, or spending the day at the lake with her sons, Dallas and Ford. “They sure are handy when you smile. So keep your teeth around a while!” -Dr. Suess.
Grace is a Union County local, born and raised in the Wesley Chapel area. Before embarking on her journey as a Registered Dental Hygienist, she first dove into the dental field as a dental assistant, specifically assisting in oral surgery. She later attended York Technical College in Rock Hill, SC. Following graduation from dental hygiene school, Grace chose to further her education with Old Dominion University and received her Bachelors of Dental Hygiene. She currently is in pursuit of her Masters of Science in Applied Dental Hygiene with focus in Public Health through Old Dominion University with plans to graduate in 2025.
With a focus on patient education and comfort, Grace takes the time to ensure that each patient understands their oral health needs and the importance of maintaining a healthy smile. Grace stays current with the latest advancements in dental hygiene as an active member of the American Dental Hygiene Association, as well as through continuous education and professional development. In addition to her clinical expertise, Grace is known for her warm demeanor and ability to put patients at ease, making even the most anxious visitors feel comfortable during their appointments.
Outside of the office, Grace craves adventure- hiking national parks, trying new things, and constantly crossing off her bucket list of international travel. She married her high school sweetheart in 2020, and enjoys spending time with him and their crazy chocolate lab, Chief. They enjoy spending as much time as they can with family and friends at Lake Wateree and Oak Island year round.
Grace is thrilled to be a part of our team and looks forward to helping patients achieve and maintain optimal oral health.
Emily grew up in a military family and even though she moved around a lot, North Carolina has been her home the longest – she’s been here since 2012! Emily used to be a children’s swim instructor before she became a dental assistant and has been assisting for three years now! Her favorite part about working in the dental field is being able to be part of the changes that people go through for a better smile. “I enjoy making an impact on my patients, one smile at a time.” Emily is now a part of our Hygiene Dream Team and works side by side with Grace, promoting and educating patients on the best ways to care for their oral health.
When Emily isn’t at work empowering her patients she’s cooking or making sourdough bread with her husband and stepson, making candles, or relaxing with her three cats. She also loves traveling and cruises – she and her family go on a cruise every month to two months!
Cynthia moved to North Carolina in 2016 with her family after living in Ohio. She recently graduated with her Bachelors degree in Psychology from Chapel Hill. She is currently on a pre-dental track and is hoping to be a General Dentist in the future. Cynthia loves the creative aspects of dentistry and finds it the perfect intersection between creativity and science. Cynthia has a soft, calming presence which combined with her psychology background helps her patients feel at ease and comfortable.
If you’re looking for Cynthia outside of the office you can find her playing tennis, at a musical festival, traveling, or maybe even doing nails or enjoying some quality time with her cats, Button and Biscuit.
“We cannot do great things. We can only do small things with great love.” – Mother Theresa
