Staff

All our professionals at Hartland Smilemakers maintain the highest levels of accreditation and pursue ongoing education to stay at the cutting edge of the latest trends in family dentistry.

Dr. Chris McDaniel 

Dr. Chris McDaniel joined his father at the Hartland Smilemakers in 1999. A graduate of Southfield Christian High School, he went on to study at Calvin College and the University of Michigan Dental School, where he earned his DDS, graduating seventh in his class. Dr. Chris has taken numerous classes in Crown & Bridge, Implant Placement and Restorations. He was a member of  BNI (Business Networking International) in the Hartland Chapter for10 years. Dr. Chris and his wife, Betsy, have two boys, Trevor and Connor. Raising a family and actively serving in the church and community are very important to both of them.   He has coached both of his son’s basketball teams and enjoys skiing with them as much as possible.

Dr. Joel Kerwin

Dr. Kerwin joined the Hartland Smilemakers in June of 2021. Dr. Kerwin grew up in West Bloomfield, Michigan and attended Michigan State University, where he graduated with a degree in Finance.  After working in finance for two years, he decided to return to school to pursue a career in health care, his true passion.  He was accepted into Northwestern University where he completed a post-baccalaureate degree in pre-dental and then graduated dental school from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry. He is passionate about helping patients with all of their dental needs including restorations, crowns and bridges, root canals, Implants, Invisalign and cosmetic dentistry.  Dr. Kerwin is an advocate of continued education and is always trying to keep up with the latest trends in the field, to better treat his patient’s needs.  In his free time Dr. Kerwin enjoys spending time with family and friends, watching and playing sports and traveling. 

Dr. Ken McDaniel 

Dr. Ken McDaniel began practicing dentistry in Hartland, Michigan in 1975. He grew up in Livonia and is a graduate of Detroit Catholic Central High School. He did his undergraduate work at the University of Detroit, and his DDS at the University of Michigan Dental School where he graduated with high honors and was a member of the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society .   Prior to setting up a practice, he served as a dentist in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam conflict.  He and his wife, Jane, are the parents of three sons: Tim, Chris, and Jonathan. They are also the proud grandparents of five grandkids.  The VINA Clinic in Brighton has appreciated the time he has volunteered to help them.  He was also part of a team that helped both an orphanage in Guatemala and the underprivileged in Detroit.  He has also worked with the Mission of Mercy.  He enjoys golf and continues to be active in community and church activities.

Management Team:

Our managers work behind the scenes, along with Dr. Chris and Dr. Kerwin, to ensure that the office runs smoothly to meet our patient’s and employee’s needs.

Beth - I joined the Hartland Smilemakers in 1999.  I enjoy spending time with my family, working/training my dogs, raising animals, outdoor activities, gardening and traveling.  As a member of the Front Desk team, my smile is one of the first you will see upon entering the office and one of the last when your visit has ended.  I look forward to meeting you as well as attending to your appointment and financial needs.

Shayna - I joined the Hartland Smilemakers in 2014. You will see me mostly in the back of the office assisting! I love helping to educate our patients and to help make sure our day to day runs smoothly, and that our patients have the best experience. I always look forward to meeting new patients so we can share with them how truly fun coming to the dental office can be.

Hygienist Team:

Our dental hygienists help to maintain healthy teeth and gums.  By educating patients on how to obtain optimal oral health, the patients can achieve a goal of improved over-all health along with a healthy smile.

Dental Assistant Team:

Our dental assistants are a vital member of the dental health team.  They help to make the patient as comfortable as possible in the dental chair, preparing them for treatment and assisting the dentist chair side.

Loreé - I joined the Hartland Smilemaker team in 1989. I enjoy many activities with my husband and sons involving sports/ hunting and church activities.  I love to bake and cook!  Keep smiling!

Lori - I am a dental assistant and joined the Hartland Smilemakers in 2003.  I enjoy spending time with my family and all my animals, camping and bonfires.  I try to make people feel at home and reassure them we will be able to take care of all their concerns.

 Shayna - I joined the Hartland Smilemakers in 2014. You will see me mostly in the back of the office assisting! I love helping to educate our patients and to help make sure our day to day runs smoothly, and that our patients have the best experience. I always look forward to meeting new patients so we can share with them how truly fun coming to the dental office can be.

Lorna - I joined Hartland Smilemakers in 2019 bringing decades of experience. I enjoy being part of the HSM team and look forward to expanding my dental knowledge. Outside of HSM I enjoy spending time outdoors, exploring Michigan, reading and cooking. I live in Brighton with my hubby and 2 cats.

Heather - I joined Hartland Smilemakers in 2021. In the Summer, I love camping and going to antique shops. I have a high interest in archeology and exploring new places.

Front Desk Team:

Our front desk staff assists the patient with all their business needs.  Your first contact begins with them, where they will attend to your appointment and financial needs from start to finish.

Beth - I joined the Hartland Smilemakers in 1999.  I enjoy spending time with my family, working/training my dogs, raising animals, outdoor activities, gardening and traveling.  As a member of the Front Desk team, my smile is one of the first you will see upon entering the office and one of the last when your visit has ended.  I look forward to meeting you as well as attending to your appointment and financial needs.

Krista - I am a dental assistant and front desk personnel. I joined the Hartland Smilemakers in 2015.I graduated from Northwood University. I love spending time with my family and friends. 

Kelli - I joined the Hartland Smilemakers' team in June of 2020. When I'm not in the office, I enjoy music, reading and spending time with my family and friends.

Emma - I have been a part of the front desk team since November 2021. It has been a blessing becoming part of the HSM family! I enjoy spending my free time out in the sun and on the water with my friends and family. 

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