“I started my career in dentistry in 1989, where I attended Jackson Area Career Center and later went on to receive my Certified Dental Assistant and Registered Dental Assistant licenses through Washtenaw Community College. Most of my career has been working as a clinical assistant. In 2014, I took a new position as Clinical Treatment Coordinator. I love that I can still utilize my acquired knowledge and experience to best serve my patients. It is great getting to work with such a dedicated team and helping our patients achieve their BEST smiles.”
Megan joined our team in 2012 and brings more than 25 years of dental experience to her role as Patient Care Coordinator. She spent 13 years as a chairside dental assistant in our practice before transitioning into her current position, giving her a deep understanding of both clinical care and the patient experience. She also serves as the primary contact for Jackson Sleep Solutions, guiding patients through the process of oral appliance therapy for the treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Megan is dedicated to providing exceptional patient experiences while supporting the highest quality of care.
Outside the office, Megan is a proud wife and mother of three sons. She enjoys traveling, reading, bowling, and playing pickleball, and loves spending time with her family.
“I have been working as a Dental hygienist here in our office for 26 years now! I am very happily married and have two wonderful daughters. The thing I enjoy most about our office– all of our wonderful patients. I have the joy of developing friendships with my patients and look forward to maintaining those relationships for many years to come.”
Dr. Brady Schneider grew up in Milford, Michigan. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Michigan before completing a Master of Science degree at Wayne State University.
He received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Indiana University, where he was elected to the prestigious Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honor Dental Society. Dr. Schneider continued his training by completing a General Practice Residency at St. Joseph Mercy Oakland Hospital, where he was honored as Resident of the Year.
Dr. Schneider is committed to providing personalized, patient-centered care. He takes the time to understand each patient's concerns and goals, creating treatment plans that support both their oral health and overall well-being. He provides a comprehensive range of dental services, including dental implants, root canal therapy, cosmetic dentistry, and restorative care.
Dr. Schneider and his wife, Miranda, have two daughters and two cats. As a family, they enjoy traveling to Northern Michigan and spending time outdoors. In his free time, Dr. Schneider enjoys hiking and staying active by playing basketball and volleyball.
Dr. A.J. Balaze has been a dedicated dental practitioner in the Jackson, Michigan area since 2013, committed to providing exceptional care to his community.
Dr. Balaze has cultivated a profound expertise and passion for Dental Sleep Medicine, an area of dentistry focused on treating sleep-related breathing disorders, most notably Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). His commitment to this field is deeply personal; his oldest son was diagnosed with OSA at an early age, which instilled in Dr. Balaze a firsthand understanding of how the condition impacts patients' lives.
He has completed extensive continuing education including completing the Mastery Course from the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM).
Demonstrating the highest level of proficiency in the discipline, Dr. Balaze successfully completed the comprehensive Board Exam and earned the distinguished title of Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine (D.ABDSM). This certification signifies his advanced training and experience in utilizing oral appliance therapy to manage OSA.
