(412) 854-2310Meet Your Pittsburgh Dental Team
As far as Dr. Rairigh and Dr. Culver is concerned, a dentist is only as good as the team that supports him on a daily basis – and we have an excellent one here in Pittsburgh, PA! Our staff members are very friendly, highly knowledgeable about dentistry, and always ready to serve the patient’s best interests. If you would like to learn more about them, keep reading below:
Front Office Staff
Jaime Rairigh - Office Manager
Jaime has worked in the dental field and our office since July of 2008. She is one of the people our patients most look forward to seeing and talking to when they visit. With a smile on her face, Jaime helps to make every aspect of the practice run smoothly and ensure our systems and technologies are functioning efficiently. Jaime studied at Bethany College, and she earned a master’s degree in special education from George Washington University. She grew up in Daisytown, and she has been happily married to Dr. Rairigh since 2002. They have four wonderful children, David, Abby, Ben, and Hannah. She enjoys taking the kids to their activities, playing the piano, and quilting when she finds the time. As a kid, Jaime’s family took two cross-country motorhome trips, and she hopes to continue this tradition with her own family in the coming years.
Rhonda, Patient Care Coordinator
Rhonda has a full decade of dental experience under her belt, and she joined our office in April of 2018. Our other team members feel like family to Rhonda, and she loves making our patients feel welcome, comfortable, and appreciated. She is CPR-certified.
Rhonda has been happily married to Jay, a retired police officer, for 33 years and counting. They have two grown children named Collin and Shelby, who are both following in their father’s footsteps by working in law enforcement. Outside of the office, you’ll typically find Rhonda reading or enjoying the outdoors by hunting, kayaking, camping, or fishing. She also loves to crochet and has been doing it for more than 45 years!
Jennifer, Front Desk
Jennifer loves helping others and making people smile, which makes her well-suited to being the friendly face behind our front desk! She attended Cambria Rowe Business College and is certified in CPR and first aid.
Outside of the office, she is happily married to Jason and has a son named Ryan, a daughter named Emma, and a cat named Zoe. Jennifer enjoys all sorts of outdoor activities, including snowboarding, skiing, roller blading, and doing mud run obstacle courses. Her favorite is Mud on the Mountain at Seven Springs!
Ashley, Front Desk Receptionist
Ashley's career in dentistry spans 12 years and counting, with most of that time being spent at our office. A Pittsburgh native, Ashley enjoys interacting with and helping our patients, and she likes the family-friendly atmosphere of our dental practice.
Ashley has been married to Joel for 12 years, and they have two wonderful children: ten-year-old Jacob and eight-year-old Ellie. They’ve recently added a new member to their family: a mini Goldendoodle named Marley. When Ashley isn’t at the office, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, going on vacations, attending concerts, and walking Marley.
Dental Assistants
Sara, Dental Assistant
Sara entered the dental field in 2015 and has been a part of our team ever since. She is truly dedicated to helping her patients feel great about their smiles. After studying at the Bradford Business School, she became certified in CPR and radiology.
Originally from Monongahela, Sara is very close with her mother, brother, and sister. She lives with her fiancé and their Great Dane Mastiff named Bella. Sara likes to spend her free time reading, seeing live music, and being with her family and friends.
Jessica, Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Jessica has been on our team for a handful of years now, and she loves the amazing people and environment of our practice. She studied at York Technical Institute. A native of Douglassville, PA, Jessica is the oldest of four children; her siblings are named Jake, Mel, and Nick. In her free time, Jessica likes fishing and spending time with her boyfriend and her dog.
Mikayla, Dental Assistant
Mikayla joined our team in 2021, and she is grateful that the rest of our staff welcomed her with open arms. They’ve taught her so much, and she loves working with such talented and inspirational people. She studied at Westmoreland County Community College.
Most of Mikayla’s family lives in her hometown of Finleyville, PA. She’s still close with them, and without their support and encouragement to be the best person she can be, she wouldn’t be where she is today. Outside of dentistry, she likes to spend her time painting, shopping, traveling, hiking, and playing basketball with friends. A fun fact about Mikayla is that she is ambidextrous!
Cody, Dental Assistant
Cody has spent a few years now as part of our team, and he loves being around his excellent coworkers and patients. A native of Braxton County, WV, Cody attended Glenville State University, and he has since become Invisalign-certified.
Cody lives with his fiancé in Morgantown, WV. They have an English Pointer dog, three overweight cats, and 10 of the most egg-laying chickens around! Cody likes to spend his free time outside, whether golfing, fishing, upgrading the landscape around his house, or even snowboarding in the winter. He also enjoys rock climbing and has climbed one of the highest summits on the East Coast.
Dental Hygienists
Laury Leech - Dental Hygienist
After nearly four decades working in the dental field, Laury still enjoys coming to work every day to see patients smiling. She’s been a member of our team since April of 2009, and patients love having the opportunity to see Laury for oral hygiene visits twice a year. She holds a bachelor of science degree in dental hygiene from West Liberty State College, and Sara maintains certifications in CPR and radiology. A native of North Canton, Ohio, Laury and her husband and two dogs are currently living on the family farm in Washington County. The farm has been in her husband’s family since 1899. In her free time, Laury enjoys making jewelry, gardening, and playing with her two sweet grandsons.
Laken, Dental Hygienist
Laken has worked in the dental field since 2016, and she joined our team in August of 2018. By far the best part of her job is being able to positively impact a patient’s life by improving their oral health. Laken studied at Seton Hill University and the University of Pittsburgh. Laken has an associate of science degree in dental hygiene and a Bachelor of Science degree in biology. Additionally, she is a trained emergency medical technician and is certified in local anesthesia and basic life support. She was also trained as a combat medic in the Army National Guard.
Originally from Leechburg, PA, Laken’s greatest joy outside of dentistry is traveling. She enjoys immersing herself in other cultures and exploring new places. Her other hobbies include running (especially in races), biking, reading, listening to podcasts, event planning, making charcuterie trays, and spending time with her family and friends.
Laurie, Dental Hygienist
Laurie has worked in dentistry for more than 16 years, and she joined our team in July of 2008. She loves getting to know our patients and help them with their dental care needs in any way she can. After working in our office for so long, many of our patients feel more like old friends to her! Laurie completed the dental hygiene program at the University of Pittsburgh, and she is certified in local anesthesia, in-office and at-home teeth whitening, CPR, and radiology.
A Pittsburgh native, Laurie is married with two sons, John and Michael. She spends her free time with her husband and children. She has a large extended family and goes on vacation with them every summer.
Anita Pisarov - Dental Hygienist
More than two decades working in the dental field means that Anita is one of the most skilled members of our team. She joined our office in November of 2014, and she truly cares about helping people feel relaxed in our dental office and leave with a smile on their faces. Anita has an associate of science degree in dental hygiene from the University of Pittsburgh. Originally from Romania, she moved to the US at the age of ten and grew up in Sewickley. Anita and her three siblings are still very close, and she enjoys spending free time with friends and family, running, reading, and traveling.
Autumn, Dental Hygienist
Although Autumn only joined our practice a few years ago, she already had a full decade of experience as a dental hygienist under her belt. A graduate of the West Virginia University Institute of Technology, Autumn truly loves her patients and getting to work with such an amazing dental team. She grew up in the small town of Sutton, WV and has always cherished the friendliness of that close-knit community. That’s why she strives to provider her patients with that same level of care as a valued part of our dental community.
Autumn and her husband have four wonderful children: Owen, Mia, Elliott, and Emerson. The couple has also had the privilege to provider foster care for many other children who will always be in their hearts. In her free time, Autumn loves to travel and experience new places, and her favorite trips involve camping in the mountains.
Alaina, DENTAL HYGIENIST
Alaina has over 4+ years of experience in the dental field. She brings her passion for building strong relationships with patients and improving their oral health. Alaina holds a Bachelor of Science degree from West Liberty University and is committed to continuing education to enhance her skills and knowledge.
Outside of dentistry, Alaina enjoys experimenting with new recipes from TikTok and spending quality time with her family and her boyfriend of 10 years.
ALICIA, REGISTERED DENTAL HYGIENIST
Born and raised in Rhode Island, Alicia obtained her bachelor’s degree at West Liberty University. She also studied dental hygiene and earned her certification in local anesthesia. Plus, she has over a decade of experience in the dental field! When she was asked what she loves most about her job, she shared that it’s getting to know patients, building relationships with them, and educating them on their oral health.
Alicia is married and has two sons. When she isn’t at the office or spending time with family, she enjoys reading, traveling, and exploring new places. Here’s an interesting fact about her: she’s had paintings in local art exhibits and has even sold a few!