We are excited to present our wonderful dental team! At Sandy Springs Restorative & General Dentistry, we pride ourselves on our compassionate service and make great efforts to make you comfortable and relaxed. Our team works with our dentist to help you achieve a healthy and beautiful smile.
We invite you to learn more about our skilled team and dental care in Atlanta, Georgia, or schedule an appointment with Dr. Maria Benefield by calling 404-252-1216 today! You can also get more information about Sandy Springs Restorative & General Dentistry by visiting About our office.
Kristina
Kristina, our office manager, began her dental career in 2014 in Madison, WI, where she completed her studies in dental assisting. She is passionate about patient education and thrives on connecting with individuals and ensuring they receive the highest standard of dental care. Outside of her professional life, Kristina enjoys spending time with her husband, TJ, their two daughters, Joy and Harmony, and their dog, Nala. She also loves indulging in Zumba and exploring new dining experiences.
McKenzie
McKenzie is our clinical team lead and began her career in dentistry as a dental assistant before she became a hygienist. She joined our team in 2021 and we feel that McKenzie’s experience and wide range of skills and knowledge are of great benefit to the practice and our patients! McKenzie loves connecting with patients to learn about their lives and families, while building meaningful relationships. She likes reality TV, being outdoors, and spending time with her boyfriend, Cody.
Brittany
Brittany is from Richmond, VA and graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2018 with a degree in Dental Hygiene. She is passionate about building meaningful relationships with her patients, making them feel comfortable, and providing quality care and education. Outside of work, Brittany enjoys spending time with her husband Ted and their dogs, Frankie and Gus, working out, and exploring the outdoors. She is also a foodie, so any recommendations are welcome!
Nia
Nia, an Atlanta native, is the face you see when you sign in for your appointment. She greets every patient with upbeat, positive energy and goes out of her way to make your experience pleasant and seamless from start to finish. Nia’s interest in dentistry grew out of a desire to help people, which is evident in her compassion and kindness.
She enjoys watching movies (scary ones are her favorite!), writing poetry, and trying new foods. She loves hanging out with her friends and her cat Lucy!
Sarah
Sarah, the newest member of our team, is Dr. Benefield’s assistant. She began her career in dentistry in the military where she served for six years. Sarah is a certified expanded functions dental assistant (EFDA), and her experience is a real asset to our team. Her outgoing and friendly personality, combined with her knowledge and compassion, helps to set patients at ease in the dental chair. Outside of the office, Sarah enjoys spending time with her family, travelling, and taking aesthetic courses. Have a question about dentistry OR skincare? Sarah is your girl!