Meet Our Doctors

Jennifer Reaves, DMD

Dr. Jenn Reaves was born and raised in Muscle Shoals, Alabama. She attended the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa and received her Bachelor of Science in Finance. Dr. Reaves then obtained her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry. 

During her time in dental school Dr. Reaves was active in the Student Government Association as a Class Representative and was also a Student Clinic Representative, both positions voted on by her peers.

In her free time, Dr. Reaves enjoys going for long walks with her friends (especially at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens), exploring new restaurants, attending concerts, and trying her hand at baking through different recipes. She also has a passion for entertaining and places high value on quality time. 

Dr. Reaves’s favorite part of dentistry is fostering relationships with patients in her community, and she is passionate about providing care that boosts both a patient’s confidence and comfort. Dr. Reaves is thrilled to be a part of Luma Dentistry and looks forward to serving the patients of our fantastic community!

Maryam Azam, DMD

Dr. Azam grew up in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Staying close to home, she attended the University of Alabama, where she received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Commerce and Business Administration. After completing her undergraduate studies, Dr. Azam attended dental school at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where she received her Doctorate of Dental Medicine Degree.

The University of Alabama at Birmingham provided Dr. Azam with a wide array of clinical experiences, including prosthodontics, endodontics, periodontics, and oral surgery. Dr. Azam’s time there taught her both the importance and the joy of developing relationships and building trust with her patients.

At UAB, Dr. Azam was a member of the American Student Dental Association, for which she organized student-led dental health screenings at the Fire House Shelter and Jimmie Hale Mission, homeless shelters in Birmingham. Dr. Azam also led screenings at elementary schools for underserved populations in Birmingham. These experiences reflect Dr. Azam’s passion for giving back to the Birmingham community she has grown to love.

Outside the clinic, Dr. Azam loves cooking, painting watercolors, reading novels, and playing pickleball. She enjoys hosting events, whether it be a large celebration or a game night with close friends,  and spending quiet nights in with her sister and now-housemate, Razy.

Dr. Azam is thrilled to be joining Luma Dentistry and honored to work alongside such brilliant doctors and staff. Luma Dentistry’s depth of experience combined with the hands-on, patient-focused approach to dental care perfectly align with Dr. Azam’s principles and attributes.

Jeff Vincent, DMD

Meet Dr. Jeff Vincent! He’s one of us, born and raised in Birmingham, Alabama. After playing baseball in college and obtaining a degree in Economics with a minor in Mathematics, Dr. Vincent spent eight years traveling the country, gaining experience in business operations and technology. However, he realized that his true passion was positively impacting people’s health, so he pursued his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where he actively participated in various dental groups.

Dr. Vincent is happily married to his wife, Kalli, a Pediatrician at Children’s of Alabama, and they have a beautiful daughter named Waverly. Together, they share a common goal of serving patients through healthcare, which led Dr. Vincent to join our practice at Luma Dentistry. He believes that every patient should have an enjoyable and comfortable experience during their visit, and his sense of humor and approachable chairside manner help to calm even the most anxious patients.

When he’s not busy taking care of patients, you can find Dr. Vincent spending time with his family, serving his local church community, running, weightlifting, and offshore fishing. He’s excited to meet you and help you achieve your best dental health!

Thieu Vo, DMD

Dr. Thieu Vo graduated from The University of Alabama at Birmingham with a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry. During dental school, Dr. Vo was awarded the Birmingham District Dental Society Award for his outstanding clinical abilities overall in his class and the Brian D. Stone Memorial Award for his clinical charity contributions to the community. He is also a member of Academy of General Dentistry, International College of Oral Implantologists, and American Academy of Implant Dentistry. 
 
After graduation, Dr. Vo completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry at The Foundry Dental Center in Bessemer, AL. During his time there, he received extensive training in dental implant placements, bone grafting, extractions, and other surgical procedures. Dr. Vo is extremely passionate about his work and strives to stay at the forefront of modern dentistry techniques and advancements to be able to provide the highest quality of care to his patients. 
 
Dr. Vo resides in Birmingham, AL with his fiancé, Dr. Amanda Fang, who is a Plastic Surgery Resident at The University of Alabama in Birmingham. During his spare time, Dr. Vo enjoys jiu-jitsu. He is currently a blue belt, and has placed in several tournaments.   

Anna Dillard, DDS

Dr. Dillard is ecstatic to return to the Birmingham area that she called home for four years while she attended Samford University (go Dogs!!). She graduated summa cum laude in 2018 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology, followed by a move to Memphis to earn her Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry.  

Upon graduation in 2022, she attended an advanced education in general dentistry residency at The Foundry, a year-long program that specializes in complex surgical cases, implants, extractions, bone grafting, and IV sedation.

Dr. Dillard is a strong believer in the power of interpersonal relationships and intentional patient care. She believes that great dentistry extends far beyond achieving your dream smile;  dentistry builds confidence, and confidence can change lives. In addition to providing a wide array of services, Dr. Dillard strives to welcome each patient into an anxiety free, conversationally-driven environment. 

Outside of the office, she is active in her community, she is a member of Samford University’s Junior Legacy League, and she attends Redeemer Community Church. In her spare time, Dr. Dillard loves cooking and hosting her friends and family, her morning spin classes, and diving into the Birmingham food scene. 

Elizabeth Lucas, DMD

Dr. Elizabeth Lucas was born and raised in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. She attended Mississippi State University where she received a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences. Following her undergraduate education, Dr. Elizabeth attended the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, Mississippi and received her Doctor of Dental Medicine Degree. Dr. Elizabet then moved to Birmingham, Alabama to begin her one year General Practice Residency at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and since has made Alabama her home.

During Dr. Elizabeth’s time in dental school, she participated in many student organizations; such as, the Mississippi Association of Women Dentists, American Student Association, and the Academy of General Dentistry. She served as her class’s representative for the School of Dentistry Ethics Council and was President of the Student Professionalism and Ethics Association. She also was awarded the American Academy of Implant Dentistry Student Award and the Dental Lifeline Network Outstanding Student Award.

Dr. Elizabeth met her husband Dr. Frankie Jones in dental school, and they married in April 2022. Frankie practices General Dentistry in Jasper and Vestavia Hills, Alabama. Dentistry is a family affair for Dr. Elizabeth, as both of her parents and sister are all general dentists practicing together in Mississippi. Watching the way her family cared for their community inspired Dr. Elizabeth to follow in their footsteps to become a dentist. When Dr. Elizabeth is not “talking teeth” with her family, she enjoys spending time with her two dogs (Kate and Petey), oil painting, spending time outdoors, and creating in the kitchen.

Dr. Elizabeth takes a personable and gentle approach to dentistry and strives to make her patients feel comfortable and heard in the dental chair. She values the relationships with her patients, and enjoys using her creative skills to design unique treatment plans catered to the patient’s specific needs.

Luma Dentistry’s focus on treating patients with the highest level of care in a tight-knit, growth promoting community is one of the many reasons why Dr. Elizabeth chose to join Luma Dentistry. Dr. Elizabeth is honored to be a part of the Luma Dentistry Community.

Pooja Patel, DDS

Dr. Pooja Patel was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, and completed her Bachelor’s degree at Saint Louis University. From there she went on to the University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Dentistry, and graduated with her D.D.S. in 2016. Dr. Patel has since lived in California and Massachusetts, but is very excited to finally be settling down in Birmingham with her family, as her husband recently took a job as a staff laryngeal surgeon with the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

Dr. Patel‘s love for dentistry originated at a young age and she decided dentistry was for her after she shadowed her own general dentist in high school. She thoroughly enjoys practicing dentistry, and especially loves to develop meaningful relationships with her patients. You will always find Dr. Patel with a smile on her face, and her patients describe her as empathetic, caring, and patient.

Dr. Patel is thrilled to be joining the Luma family! She is looking forward to thriving in an environment that is patient-focused while collaborating with a wonderful team of colleagues who care deeply about helping fellow staff and patients.

In her free time, she enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband, their twin daughters, and Goldendoodle. She also loves to cook, travel abroad, and try new restaurants. Dr. Patel looks forward to meeting you!

Stephanie Sawyer, DDS

Dr. Stephanie Sawyer was born and raised in Huntington, NY. Dr. Sawyer
attended New York Institute of Technology for her undergraduate studies,
where she received her Bachelor of Science in Biology. She continued her
education at the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine and received
her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. After graduating from dental school, Dr.
Sawyer completed a one-year General Practice Residency at the University of
Alabama at Birmingham Hospital.

During dental school, Dr. Sawyer was given the excellence in Endodontics
award while also completing a concentration in pediatric dentistry. Dr. Sawyer
was one of the founders of the Art Club as well as the Prosthodontic Study
Club during her time in Buffalo. Dr. Sawyer also participated in several
research projects utilizing 3D printing as well as soft and hard tissue lasers.

Dr. Sawyer and her fiance, Dr. Joe, met at admitted students day for dental
school and started dating in the first year of dental school. They will be getting
married here in Birmingham, Alabama in October of this year. Dr. Joe is
currently in the Prosthodontics residency at the University of Alabama School
of Dentistry. In their free time, they enjoy cooking, trying out new restaurants,
biking, and spending time with their friends and family. They have a cat
named Nova, who they love to spoil.

Dr. Sawyer is very passionate about Dentistry. She grew up going to
museums, drawing, and painting. She incorporates what she has learned from
her art background to achieve the most esthetic results for her patients. Dr.
Sawyer listens carefully to each of her patient’s needs and desires in order to
develop a customized treatment plan. Luma Dentistry operates like one big
family and Dr. Sawyer is proud to be a part of that family. Dr. Sawyer would
love to have you as one of her patients

Andrew Maley, DMD

Dr. Andrew Maley was born and raised in the very small town of Hazlehurst, Georgia.  After graduating high school, Dr. Maley attended Birmingham-Southern College for his undergraduate studies while on a swimming scholarship, where he received a Bachelor of Science in Biology, and a minor degree in Business Administration.  Advancing his academic career, Dr. Andrew went on to earn his Doctor of Dental Medicine Degree from the Dental College of Georgia 2022. During dental school he was active in various dental groups including the Student National Dental Association, The Oral Surgery Club, and the Esthetic Dentistry Society.   

Dr. Maley is happily engaged to his fiancé, Rilee, who is a first-year medical resident at Children’s of Alabama. They met during professional school and have been with each other for three years. Together, they share a common goal of wanting to provide patients with the best care possible, which is why Dr. Maley joined Luma Dentistry. He strives to make every patient’s experience in the office enjoyable and pleasant. His “chill” and amicable chairside approach is very soothing and continues to calm even the most anxious of patients. We are very excited to have found Dr. Maley, and we are appreciative of the high-quality care and great workplace culture that he is providing.   

During his free time, Dr. Maley enjoys relaxing with friends and family, playing golf, and watching college football.   

Derrick Mendez, DMD

Dr. Mendez graduated from the University of Alabama School of Dentistry in 2014 and joined Mahan Creek Dental in 2016 after practicing in Montgomery for two years. Before he began his career in dentistry, Dr. Mendez attended Auburn University and graduated in 2008 with a degree in software engineering. He completed a second major in biology at UAB in 2010. Though he enjoys working with technology and the software behind it, Dr. Mendez realized during his time in Auburn that his true passion lay in his childhood dream of becoming a dentist.

In just the last few years, Dr. Mendez has shown a high level of involvement within the dental community. During his dental training at UAB, he served as a class officer and was very active in the American Student Dental Association. Dr. Mendez has been selected as a recipient of the Joseph F. Volker award, which is an honor that is bestowed annually on a student dentist who has epitomized the team concept by selflessly helping classmates through their dental education and working for the good of the school and student body. In 2018, Dr. Mendez was inducted as the President of the Alabama Academy of General Dentistry; at time of induction, he was the youngest individual to hold this office. Having logged almost 200 hours of continuing education in just the last three years, he is well on his way to earning Fellowship status within the Academy of General Dentistry.

Dr. Mendez lives in Alabaster with his wife Erin and their five-year-old boy, Ian. They love dogs and have a heart for animal rescue; their family includes Avery, a yellow lab, and Henry, a black shi-tzu. Dr. Mendez enjoys many outdoor activities, especially running. He has participated in Birmingham’s Mercedes Half-Marathon in past years and plans to run it again in the near future.

Jake Nolen, DMD

Dr. Nolen attended Auburn University and graduated magna cum laude in 2009 with a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences. He went on to earn his dental degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry in 2013.

After graduation, he completed a one-year Advanced Education in General Dentistry program at the Foundry Dental Center in Bessemer, Alabama. During that time, he gained extensive experience in dental implant placement, bone grafting, and other surgical procedures.

Dr. Gray was one of Dr. Nolen’s instructors during his residency. After being introduced to Dr. John and Dr. Ted, Dr. Nolen was ecstatic to join the Luma Dentistry team at their state-of-the-art facility in 2014.

Dr. Nolen loves transforming a dreaded trip to the dentist into a positive experience. He believes that Luma Dentistry’s true strength is the convenience for patients to get most procedures done at one office — where they are comfortable and familiar with the friendly staff.

Dr. Nolen enjoys changing people’s lives for the better by restoring their smiles. He believes that no one should be afraid to smile or have to worry about their dental health. He aims to give his patients a positive experience at the dentist and is dedicated to providing painless, comfortable treatment.

Dr. Nolen is a member of the American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, and the American Dental Political Action Committee. Since graduating, he has furthered his ability to provide excellent care by acquiring additional training and experience in various aspects of dentistry, including implant dentistry, bone grafting and sinus lifts for implant placement, IV sedation, tooth extractions, and root canals.

Dr. Nolen is very involved with the community and has donated his time to many causes, including his time as a volunteer dentist and board member at the Foundry Dental Clinic, an organization that provides low-cost dental care to the less fortunate in Bessemer.

Outside the office, Dr. Nolen spends his free time with his wife and enjoys reading and traveling. He loves active sports such as biking, tennis, and watersports, and he also takes part in amateur golf tournaments.

Ted Poczatek, DMD

Dr. Ted grew up with his brother, John, in Birmingham, Alabama. He received a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Birmingham-Southern College and graduated from the University of Alabama School of Dentistry in 2003.

After working for several years as an associate dentist at Oneonta Dental Center, he founded Luma Dentistry with his brother, John. They wanted to start a dental practice that would provide all aspects of a patient’s dental needs in a relaxed and comfortable environment. Their vision was to create a dental practice that would benefit the community as well as the patients.

For Dr. Ted, it is such a pleasure to be able to work with family every day, while doing what he loves. Being able to provide a wide variety of dental care under one roof is very rewarding to Luma Dentistry’s patients.

For Dr. Ted, being able to restore and educate so many patients about their dental health with such a great team is most gratifying. Being able to give a patient back their smile is what Luma Dentistry is all about. He also enjoys participating in their yearly free dental treatment day.

Dr. Ted is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry. He is continually studying new methods and techniques in dentistry, focusing on the areas of cosmetic dentistry, including veneers and crowns, and endodontics (root canal therapy).

Dr. Ted lives in the McCalla area with his wife, Karol, who is also a graduate of the UAB School of Dentistry, with her own dental practice in Pelham, Alabama. They have two daughters, Gaby and Isla, and enjoy traveling, gardening, and spending time with family.

Holt Gray, DMD

Dr. Gray was born and raised in Birmingham, Alabama. He is a graduate of Birmingham-Southern College and the University of Alabama School of Dentistry. He completed an additional three years of study as a Prosthodontic Resident at UAB School of Dentistry.

Dr. Gray taught as part-time faculty at the UAB School of Dentistry in the Comprehensive Care Department from 2007-2013. He enjoys giving time and effort back to an institution that has been so personally influential. Presenting continuing education and collaborating with other dentists in the area keep him busy as well.

What is a Prosthodontist?

Continuing a Family Tradition

Dr. Gray’s career as a prosthodontist carries on a proud family tradition of dental excellence that dates back nearly 60 years.

Dr. Gray’s father, Jordan Gray, is the founder and owner of Gray Dental Laboratory, a local facility that he has operated for more than 30 years. Jordan Gray fabricates many types of dental restorations by hand, including veneers, aesthetic crowns, implant prosthesis, and hybrid alloy bars. Dr. Gray enjoys working closely with his father and the high-quality products from his laboratory.

Dr. Gray states, “Such a close working relationship with my father and constant reliable laboratory support is a tremendous blessing and makes me a better dentist.”

Additionally, Dr. Gray’s grandfather, John R. Gray, D.M.D., was a member of the first graduating class from the UAB School of Dentistry in 1952. John R. Gray worked intimately with UAB in the 1960s to help pioneer four-handed dentistry. He also owned a private dental practice for 35 years in the Eastwood area of Birmingham.

Dr. Gray’s memberships have included the American College of Prosthodontists, the American Academy of Implantology, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the American Dental Association, the Alabama Dental Association, and the Birmingham District Dental Society.

Dr. Gray is excited to offer comprehensive dental treatment to the Birmingham area, striving to change the lives of his patients through improved oral health and rehabilitation. His prosthodontic training focuses on but is not limited to, full mouth reconstruction, esthetic veneers, crown and bridge, implant surgery, implant restorations, removable partials, complete dentures, temporomandibular joint disorders, “All on Four” implant restorations, guided implant surgery planning, inlays and onlays, aesthetic laser gum recontouring, and laser tooth whitening.

Dr. Gray and his wife, Laura, enjoy a personal life with their two daughters Rebekah & Rachael in the McCalla and Hoover area. They are members of Altadena Valley Presbyterian Church and are actively involved in the community as well.

Soon Yoon, DMD

Dr. Soon Yoon graduated from Birmingham-Southern College with a degree in Chemistry. He went on to graduate from the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry in 2007 through a Naval Dental scholarship. He served as a dental officer in the Navy for five years before going into private practice. Dr. Yoon has been a longtime friend of Dr. Gray and Dr. Poczatek, and he is thrilled to now be working side-by-side with them in a professional setting. He has always enjoyed the hands-on and surgical aspects of dentistry; giving patients a great smile or caring for them in a dental emergency is incredibly rewarding.

Dr. Yoon has completed advanced education in general dentistry in both the Navy, and also recently at The Foundry Dental Clinic. This experience has honed his skills in dental implants, grafting, root canals, extractions, and restorative procedures, all to deliver the best dental care for his patients.

Dr. Yoon loves the outdoors and traveling. He is an avid runner and rock climber, and he enjoys traveling internationally. His dream retirement is to participate in international dental mission trips, reaching underserved communities around the world.

Harrison Filler, DMD

Dr. Filler was born and raised in Hoover, Alabama. As a college student, he spent one year living in Argentina and studied Spanish in an immersion program before returning to Southern Adventist University in Tennessee to complete Bachelor of Arts degrees in Biology and Spanish in 2014. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry in 2018.

While studying at UAB, Dr. Filler took advantage of opportunities to participate in various exchange programs with dentists and dental students from around the world, including France, Japan, and Taiwan. Through these experiences, he gained a better insight on how patient centered dentistry can be practiced and how dentists can better serve their community.

Dr. Filler finds satisfaction in helping patients take care of their dental concerns. Whether the patient wants to restore the esthetics of their smile or they have a toothache, Dr. Filler loves to serve his patients and built a personal and trusting relationship with them. Dr. Filler speaks Spanish, and loves working with the Hispanic community in Alabama. To these patients he says, “¡Quiero verles en nuestro clinica pronto para ayudarles con sus necesitades dentales!” Outside the dental clinic, Dr. Filler enjoys time with his family, hiking and camping outdoors, as well as travel.

R. Daniel Chang, MD

Dr. Chang is board-certified in anesthesiology and pain medicine by the American Board of Anesthesiology. He completed his residency at the University of Rochester Medical Center in New York and received advanced training by leaders in the field during his pain medicine fellowship at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Chang enjoys helping fearful patients feel at ease during their dental visit, enabling them to get the care they need that will improve their quality of life.

Deborah Sema, DMD

Dr. Deborah Sema is a native of the Mobile area and has been helping create beautiful smiles with braces and Invisalign® since 1998. She is a graduate of Spring Hill College in Mobile and received her dental degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham in 1994. She remained at UAB for an additional four years to complete an Advanced Education in General Dentistry and her orthodontic residency. She received her Master’s degree in Orthodontics in 1998 and began practicing in Birmingham. She is honored to also now be a part of the Luma Dentistry team and loves the time she gets to spend with patients and team members. The McCalla community reminds her of her home in South Alabama, where she is surrounded by “just good people!”

Dr. Sema is committed to her patients and her profession. She chose to pursue board certification with the American Board of Orthodontics. She was recently inducted into the International College of Dentists. She has also served in many leadership roles in her professional organizations. She is past president of the Alabama Orthodontic Alumni Foundation and currently serves as President of the Birmingham District Dental Society and Secretary-Treasurer of the Southern Association of Orthodontists.

Dr. Sema enjoys seeing her patients in McCalla and Homewood and being involved with them in the community through the support of their schools and community events. She serves on various boards and community organizations with the Rotary Club, the Safe and Healthy Homewood Coalition, and Open Hands Overflowing Hearts. When not in the office, Dr. Sema enjoys traveling, sports, reading, and spending time with friends and family at Smith Lake.

Aaron Yarnell, DMD

Dr. Aaron Yarnell grew up in Harvest, AL where he graduated from Sparkman High School in 2002. In 2006, he completed his undergraduate work at Auburn University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Sciences. He continued his education at the University Of Alabama School Of Dentistry in Birmingham. After graduating in 2010, he was an active duty dentist in the United States Army for five years during which he was stationed at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, then on to Ansbach Army Garrison, Germany, and completed his Army commitment at Fort Stewart, Georgia in 2015.

Dr. Yarnell strives to provide excellent dental care by fostering a calm and friendly environment each and every visit. He understands a trip to the dentist can evoke many different emotions but takes time to listen to patient’s concerns and help them restore and maintain their oral health with the best experience possible. Alongside great team members, Dr. Yarnell will make it their mission to have quality, efficient dental treatment and maybe even have some fun along the way!

Dr. Yarnell feels at home with Luma Dentistry due to the team-oriented culture that brings out the best in everyone. He resides in Helena, AL with his wife Heather, two sons Noah and Benjamin, and cats Charlie and Lucy. He enjoys relaxing with family, building forts with his sons, staying involved in his local church, running, and cheering on the Auburn Tigers. War Eagle!

Marta Poczatek, DMD, PhD

Dr. Marta moved to Birmingham in 1994 where she attended Graduate School at UAB and earned a Ph.D. in Cellular and Molecular Pathology. During this time, she developed a passion for direct patient interaction, which prompted her to pursue a career in dentistry. Dr. Marta graduated from the UAB School of Dentistry in 2005 and has been active in local private practice for over 10 years.

After graduation, Dr. Marta treated patients for several years in Pell City. By providing care for family members spanning multiple generations, she gained an appreciation for the joy and responsibilities of working in a family dental environment. In 2016, she joined Luma Dentistry to work alongside her close relatives, Drs. John, Ted, and Wendy.

Dr. Marta’s goal is to provide an optimal level of dental care to her patients while educating them on the connection between oral health and their overall well-being. She continues to further her knowledge by regularly attending dental education seminars in order to provide her patients access to the latest and most promising dental advancements.

In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two sons, traveling, and attending classical or contemporary music concerts.

Amanda Spradley, DMD

Dr. Amanda Spradley was born and raised in Michigan, but she has called Alabama home for the last 11 years. Dr. Spradley attended the University of Alabama for undergrad, where she received her Bachelor of Science in Biology. She continued her education at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry and received a Doctor of Dental Medicine degree. After graduating dental school, Dr. Spradley completed a one-year General Practice Residency at University of Alabama Birmingham Hospital.

During dental school, Dr. Spradley was awarded the Alabama Dental Association Student Scholarship, Herman & Emmie Bolden Scholarship, and Nucor Steel Metal Service Center Scholarships. She held leadership positions as the Philanthropy Chair for the Alabama Student Dental Association, was a member of the American Association for Women Dentist, and the Founder of the UAB Dental School Prayer Group.

Dr. Spradley and her husband, Collin, met during college and were married in March 2021. Collin is employed by a local church in Birmingham, Church of the Highlands, and they attend and serve at the Greystone campus together. In their free time, they enjoy spending time outdoors, cooking new recipes, and quality time with friends and family. Dr. Spradley has a big heart for furry friends and hopes to bring home her first Bernedoodle puppy in the Spring of 2022.

Dr. Spradley finds joy through her job by creating an environment where her patients feel comfortable, informed, and valued. She enjoys explaining dentistry in everyday terms that her patients understand, allowing them to feel informed when making treatment decisions. Luma Dentistry’s desire to treat each patient with the highest level of care and cultivate a place where everyone feels comfortable was one of the many reasons Dr. Spradley chose Luma Dentistry. She is incredibly thankful to be a part of the Luma family. Dr. Spradley would be honored to be your dentist and looks forward to serving the Luma Dentistry community.

Ayah Alkhatib, DMD