Meet Our Dental Team — Magnolia Way Dentistry, Apex, NC

Great dental care isn’t just about the dentist — it’s about the entire team. At Magnolia Way Dentistry, patients are welcomed by a consistent group of experienced professionals who genuinely care about the people they see every day.This isn’t a revolving-door staff. Patients see the same familiar faces visit after visit, building trust over time and making dental care feel less like a chore and more like a routine part of life they actually look forward to.

Jeanie - Office Manager

With over 40 years of experience in dentistry, Jeanie is a steady, reassuring presence from the moment you walk through the door. She began her dental career in Pennsylvania before relocating to North Carolina, where she's continued to build meaningful connections within the Apex community. Jeanie has worked in this office across multiple ownerships — which means she brings not just her own expertise, but deep institutional knowledge of this practice and its patients. She's the person who remembers your preferences, handles the details that matter to you, and makes sure your experience is smooth from scheduling to checkout. Outside the office, Jeanie enjoys time with family and friends, staying active, and savoring the small moments that make daily life meaningful.

Kris — Dental Assistant II

Kris has more than 20 years of experience in dental assisting, and her skill, efficiency, and calm presence are things patients notice immediately. She started her career right out of high school, later returned to formal training, and graduated at the top of her class. Her clinical role is to support Dr. Wayand through procedures — making sure every step goes smoothly, every instrument is ready, and every patient feels supported throughout their appointment. For patients who feel nervous about procedures, Kris's quiet, reassuring approach makes a real difference. Kris has called North Carolina home for over a decade. When she's not in the office, she's spending time with her family, cooking, reading, or getting outdoors.

Hope James — Dental Hygienist

Hope brings more than 20 years of experience as a dental hygienist and a genuine passion for caring for her patients. She loves building lasting relationships with the people she treats and finds it incredibly rewarding to help patients feel comfortable, confident, and cared for throughout their dental journey.
Originally drawn to North Carolina’s mountains after moving there at age 13, Hope has a deep appreciation for nature and the outdoors. When she isn’t caring for patients, she enjoys spending time with her family, exploring the mountains, and being surrounded by animals—which she loves so much that she has quite the collection of her own! Hope is excited to bring her experience, warmth, and love of patient care to our practice and looks forward to getting to know each of our patients.
Hope James, Dental Hygienist

A Consistent Team, a Comfortable Experience

What makes the team at Magnolia Way Dentistry special isn’t just their years of experience — it’s their shared commitment to making patients feel genuinely welcome and cared for.Every member of this team has chosen to work in a setting that values relationships over volume. The result is an office where patients feel known, not processed — and where dental care becomes something you approach with confidence rather than dread.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. One of the things patients appreciate most about Magnolia Way Dentistry is the consistency of the team. You’ll see the same familiar faces each time you visit, which helps build trust and makes the overall experience more comfortable and predictable.

The team brings an exceptional depth of experience. Office Manager Jeanie has over 40 years in dentistry. Dental Assistant Kris has more than 20 years of clinical experience. Hygienist Laura has been in the dental field for over 30 years, with 20+ years in hygiene specifically. Combined with Dr. Wayand’s decade of practice, it’s one of the most experienced dental teams in the Apex area.

Absolutely. The entire team is experienced working with patients who feel anxious about dental visits. The office atmosphere is calm and unhurried by design, and for patients with significant anxiety, sedation dentistry is available to make treatment more manageable.