Meet The Staff

Tammy Child
Office Manager

Tammy is our Office Manager, has been with our office since 2011, and has over 12 years of dental practice management experience.  She is the smiling face that you will meet on every visit to our dental practice.  She will explain everything you need to know about scheduling, insurance, and financing.  Tammy has two grown children, Lauren and Drew.  During her time off, Tammy and her husband Chad enjoy exercise, trips to the beach, and spending time with family.

Sherry Long
Dental Assistant

Sherry is Dr. Tapper’s Dental Assistant, joined the practice in 1989, and has over 30 years of dental assisting experience.  During her time off, she and her husband Jay enjoy spending quality time close to home with their two fur babies, Lucy and Abby.

Beverly Heatherly
Dental Hygienist

Beverly is one of our Dental Hygienists, joined the practice in 1998, and has over 21 years of dental hygiene experience.  She brings a wealth of knowledge and a fun sense of humor to work each and every day!  Beverly has two boys, Drayven and Layton.  During her time off, Beverly and her family enjoy White Lake, NC, and traveling to her timeshare.

Lauren Bonfiglio
Dental Hygienist

Lauren is the newest member of our staff and is one of our Dental Hygienists. Lauren joined our practice in the spring of 2018 and brings a cheerful attitude each and every day.  During her time off, she and her husband Wes enjoy hiking, eating at local restaurants, and creating culinary arts masterpieces!