Our team at Beaver Creek Dental is comprised of professionals who are truly passionate about using dentistry as a means to make a profound impact in our community. We make it our mission to provide high quality and comfortable care in a setting that you can feel great about visiting with your entire family.
In our office, we want you to feel like family. We strive to treat each and every person as we would want to be treated and work to build strong relationships with our patients because that’s what it’s all about. As our patient, we promise to continually show you the difference.

Kyle Smith, DDS
Dentist
Dr. Kyle Smith is an East Tennessee native and is excited to be permanently back home serving our community in Karns, TN. Dr. Smith is a graduate of The University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis, where he received his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree in 2015 after four years of comprehensive dental education. Before that time, he attended Tennessee Technological University in Cookeville, where he completed his prerequisite dental coursework and received his bachelor's degree in Spanish language.
Dr. Smith remembers his undergraduate years as some of the most influential of his life, as he was given the opportunity to participate in several study abroad programs (stretching over six different countries) as well as extern in a variety of dental practices.
Dr. Smith considers traveling and dentistry among two of his favorite passions in life and is thrilled for any opportunity where he may combine the two. In 2013, Dr. Smith served in El Salvador as part of a medical and dental missions team and in 2014 was selected to travel to the Faculty of Dental Medicine in Sofia, Bulgaria as a student ambassador from the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry. Dr. Smith considers himself blessed to now call East Tennessee home again and looks forward to greeting all patients with a warm smile and an exceptional attitude.
In his free time, Dr. Smith enjoys spending time with his wife, Alex, and his fun-loving dogs Nehi, Gabby, and Amos.
Many patients are surprised to hear that Dr. Smith has an identical twin, who also lives right here in Knoxville! He also has an older brother, Brett, and has one niece and four nephews. Dr. Smith looks forward to having children of his own in the future and is very close with his family, who for the most part all live in the East Tennessee area.
Owning his own dental practice in his hometown community has been a long time dream for Dr. Smith. Beaver Creek Dental is 100% owned and operated locally by Dr. Kyle Smith, who intends to serve our community for years to come.
Professional Associations
American Dental Association
Tennessee Dental Association
Second District Dental Society
Academy of General Dentistry
Advisory Board Member, Roane State Community College Dental Hygiene Program
Professional Honors, Awards, & Recognitions
Completion of the Synergy Training Program, a comprehensive approach to multidisciplinary restorative therapy for dental implants (2016)
Academy of General Dentistry Senior Award (2015)
UT College of Dentistry Ambassador to the Faculty of Dental Medicine in Sofia, Bulgaria (2014)
Redwine-Mitchell Award (2014)
Dr. and Mrs. Thomas N. Weems Award (2014)
Completion of the University of Tennessee Elective in Periodontal Surgery (2014)
Second District Dental Society Award (2012, 2013)

Reagan McNerney, DMD
Dr. Reagan McNerney is a South Mississippi native and a graduate of the University of Mississippi, where she received her Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree. Prior to her dental education, she attended Mississippi State University and received her bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry. She completed her Botox and Dermal Filler training with Aesthetic Medical Esthetics Institute in San Diego, California. Dr. Mac and her husband, Joseph, relocated to Halls when Joseph and her brother, Luke, began attending Lincoln Memorial University School of Dentistry.
In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and their ferret and dogs named Masha, Keen, Archer, Beags, and Mr. Meeseeks. She works with the VMC Dental Clinic in Knoxville, TN to provide dental care to homeless and low-income residents in Knox County. She also volunteers with local animal shelters to foster and rehabilitate abused animals. Dr. Mac enjoys flying and is in the process of obtaining her private pilot license.

Brooke Paul, DAADOM
Office Manager
Brooke was introduced to the dental field at 19 years old and discovered early on that’s where she felt like home. She received her Registered Dental Assistant license in 2010, completed her Business Management program in 2013, and obtained her Diplomate Designation from the American Association of Dental Office Management in 2024 to continue better serving her patients. Brooke has a true servant’s heart, always going above and beyond and striving to make everyone around her leave feeling better than they came.
Brooke is a certified SCUBA diver who loves the ocean just as much as her native East Tennessee mountains. She shares a home with her wonderful husband, Mike, and 2 fur babies, Loki and Buddy, who she absolutely adores. She has a beautiful step daughter, Morgan, and two sweet grand babies. Raised in true Southern fashion, Brooke's values and integrity are obvious to anyone she meets.

Kalyn Jett
Front Office Assistant
Kalyn has recently joined the dental field after working almost 10 years in retail management. In 2013, she graduated from Pellissippi Community College with a degree in photography and is now continuing her education at the University of Tennessee Haslam School of Business in marketing. She loves getting to meet new people and building relationships.
Kalyn is from Florida and loves the beach. She has a daughter that keeps her busy. In her spare time, she enjoys sports, reading, and being outdoors.

Briana Mercado
Administrative Lead
Cassandra McMillan
Patient Coordinator
Summer Glenn
Patient Coordinator
Karey Turnham
Insurance Coordinator

Rhonda Elliott
Insurance Coordinator
Rhonda is our office Insurance Coordinator. After 35 years in orthodontics, first as an assistant and then as an office manager, she decided to make the change to general dentistry. She enjoys the challenges and victories associated with dentistry, and finds great joy in advocating and helping our patients navigate their dental insurance policies.
Though originally from Cleveland, TN, Rhonda moved to Knoxville in 2006 with her husband and 3 children. She and her husband, Ashley, spend their spare time spoiling their 3 grandchildren and 2 fur babies.

Brittany Stephens
Registered Dental Hygienist

Randi Nelson Wood, RDH
Registered Dental Hygienist
Miranda grew up in Washington but after attending East Tennessee State University, she fell in love with the Knoxville area. She knew from an early age that dental hygiene was her calling, and after spending a lot of time in her grandfathers practice in Southern Ohio, she decided to make the jump! Randi is certified to administer local anesthesia, place preventative sealants, and is working towards getting her nitrous oxide monitoring certification.
Randi stays focused on making your visit as comfortable as possible. She enjoys anything outdoors, from paddle-boarding to backpacking to lazy days at the lake. She enjoys running, as she was a runner in college, and loves to bring her dog, Babel, along with her as much as she can. Randi is excited at the opportunity to serve her new community well and looks forward to a long career with Dr. Smith at Beaver Creek Dental!

Stacy Byrd, RDH
Registered Dental Hygienist
Stacy graduated from East Tennessee State University with a bachelor's degree in Public and Allied Health/Dental Hygiene in 2007. She is certified to administer local anesthestic and nitrous oxide, and enjoys all aspects of dentistry. In particular, Stacy says that she loves building relationships with patients as well as caring for their individual dental needs.
Stacy has been married to her husband Evan for 10 years and they currently have two children, Easton and Sophie. In her spare time, she enjoys boating, being outdoors, and spending time with family and friends. Stacy is a wonderful addition to our team at Beaver Creek Dental and brings many years of experience to the office.
Shelby Branham, BS, RDH
Registered Dental Hygienist
Monicka Maghanoy
Registered Dental Hygienist
Mady Looper, BS, RDH
Registered Dental Hygienist

Coty Douglas
Expanded Function Dental Assistant
Coty started in dentistry in 2018, as Dr. Smith’s assistant. Her passion for providing outstanding care to her patients led her to pursue additional training and become an Expanded Function Dental Assistant in 2023. Coty truly loves what she does and hopes to bring a joyful and positive experience to everyone she provides care to.
When she isn’t alongside her dental team, Coty is blessed to share her busy life with six wonderful kiddos and her husband, Tim.

Camryn Randles, RDA
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Camryn loves being in the sunshine and spending time with her husband. She’s from the Karns community and is happy to serve the town she grew up in. She loves to travel on her time off and has a love for animals. Camryn is passionate about helping people feel more comfortable at the dentist and providing dental care that is sure to leave you smiling. She is so happy to be a part of the Beaver Creek Dental family.

Constance Boggs
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Constance is new to Beaver Creek Dental, but no stranger to dentistry. Her career began in 2008 by becoming a registered dental assistant. Her many years of pediatric experience have helped her become compassionate about educating patients on the importance of dental care in all ages. She is excited to work beside Dr. Smith helping patients overcome dental anxieties and fears. Constance hopes to continue her education in the winter and complete her expanded functions dental assistant training. Her confidence and passion for helping others make her shine!
Constance enjoys spending time outdoors with her family when she’s not at Beaver Creek Dental. She values quality time with her son and her husband. Some of her favorite activities include camping, fishing, and swimming. Whether she’s at the campground, on the lake, or in the pool, she’s sure to bring laughter and fun wherever she goes. She is a great addition to our team at Beaver Creek Dental!
Karissa Newman
Registered Dental Assistant
Andrew Johnson
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Tev Higbee
Registered Dental Assistant
Lauren Callaway
Registered Dental Assistant
"Dr. Smith and his staff were so welcoming. This is the best dental experience I’ve had in my adult life. Thank you for your service. If anyone is looking for a new dentist, this is the place!" - Sara K.