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Meet Our Team

We are especially interested in making all our patients feel right at home! We have over 125 years of combined dental and orthodontic experience. Our team is trained and skilled, and we strive to provide energetic and fun-loving service to each patient. Each member of our treatment team is a registered assistant, and our office team has years of experience in treating patients with the highest level of care. We strive to stay abreast of the very latest in technology and advances by regularly attending continuing education courses and seminars through the American Association of Orthodontists, Alabama Dental Association, CPR and OSHA.

We are very proud of our orthodontic family so please take a moment and acquaint yourself with our team members:

Backus Smiles Team Member, Madison Myrick: Orthodontic Assistant

Orthodontic Assistant: Madison Myrick

Madison is one of our sweet smiling faces here at Backus Orthodontics! Originally from Sylacauga, Alabama, she loves spending her weekends relaxing with her husband and cuddling her mini goldendoodle, Stella.  If sushi is on the menu, Madison is happy! Her favorite movie is Top Gun, and what she loves most about orthodontics is getting to make a difference in patients’ lives and seeing their beautiful final smiles come to life

Backus Smiles Team Member, Amanda Sims: Financial Coordinator

Practice Manager: Amanda Sims

Born and raised in Birmingham, Alabama, Amanda brings fun, warmth, and positivity everywhere she goes! When she’s not at the office, you can usually find her spending time with her husband, Zach — whether that’s trying new foodie spots, catching concerts, sporting events, or enjoying movie nights together.  She’s also a proud dog mom to her chocolate lab pup, Buffett (named after the legendary Jimmy Buffett!). Amanda’s comfort food choice depends on the day — sushi or Italian always win. Her favorite movie is Remember the Titans, and her favorite part of orthodontics is watching patients grow in confidence and leave smiling brighter than ever.

Emily Beatty

Patient Care Coordinator: Emily Beatty

Originally from Adel, Georgia, Emily brings warmth and positivity to our team every day. Her very first job was working with preschoolers in an after-school program while she was still in high school — a role that perfectly matched her caring personality.

On the weekends, you can usually find her enjoying the farmers market at Pepper Place on Saturdays and attending Highlands Church on Sundays. Emily is also a proud dog mom to her Boykin Spaniel, Beau, who keeps life fun and full of energy.

When it comes to comfort food, Emily’s pick is a classic Waffle House breakfast — hashbrowns, eggs, bacon, and a waffle. Her all-time favorite movie is The Holiday, and she loves the feel-good charm of Jude Law and Cameron Diaz.

What Emily loves most about working in orthodontics is building relationships with patients and their families and getting to be a part of their smile journey!

Brooklyn

Orthodontic Assistant: Brooklyn

Brooklyn is a Helena, Alabama native with a heart for helping others feel confident in their smiles! Outside the office, she enjoys spending her weekends growing her side business, The Bubbly Bean, and hanging out with her adorable King Charles Cavalier, Mac.  Her comfort food favorite is cava, and The Proposal is her all-time favorite movie. Brooklyn says the best part of working in orthodontics is seeing patients smile confidently after their treatment is complete — and we couldn’t agree more!

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Orthodontic Assistant: Denise

Originally from Albertville, Alabama, Denise brings a warm heart and caring spirit to our team every day. Before finding her passion in orthodontics, her very first job was as a cashier at Walmart — where she learned the importance of connecting with people and creating positive experiences. Outside the office, Denise loves spending time outdoors, whether that’s hiking, kayaking, or trying new foods around town. She’s also a proud dog mom to Milo! When it comes to comfort food, you can usually find her enjoying a big bowl of ramen or pho while rewatching her all-time favorite movie, The Lion King.

What Denise loves most about orthodontics is helping patients achieve the smile they’ve always dreamed of and seeing their confidence grow along the way.