Team Profiles ~ Tara

Orthodontic Assistant

Another face with which you will become very familiar is Tara, one of our clinical assistants. Tara has been working with Dr. Sousa since she graduated from New Hampshire Technical Institute in 2000. Tara assists the doctor in placing braces, changing wires and elastics, and taking diagnostic records (impressions, photos, x-rays, etc). She also is skilled in tooth-whitening procedures, and works to assist patients with hygiene techniques. Tara's years of experience in orthodontics and her ability to help patients feel comfortable have been a great asset to our practice. Tara is able to answer questions you may have regarding your treatment. She truly enjoys working in the dental field and being of assistance to our patients and their families.

Tara is a lifelong resident of Salem, N.H.. She graduated from Salem High School in 1994. She then worked as an Administrative Assistant for the Salem Chamber of Commerce until attending the Dental Assisting program at New Hampshire Technical Institute in Concord, N.H.. After graduating in 2000, she came to work for Dr. Sousa at Salem Centre for Orthodontix.

Tara and her husband have a daughter and son, who are their pride and joy. She enjoys snowmobiling in the winter and camping in the summer and spending time with her family and friends.