Dr. Gina McCray

Dr. McCray is a Magna Cum Laude graduate of the University of Maryland Dental School, in Baltimore.  She is a member of both scholastic and prosthodontic honor societies and has also been awarded the Nathan David Gold Award for "Conscientious and Enthusiastic Dedication to Clinical Practice".    Dr. McCray is a Member of the American Dental Association, the Maryland State Dental Association, the Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, and the Crown Council.  Dr. McCray is devoted to patient education and preventive dental care for good long term dental health.  It is her philosophy that to be able to address the patient's needs and develop a superior long term result, the dentist must be able to take the time to be a good listener and give the patient the personal attention they deserve.  In addition, Dr. McCray continually investigates the latest techniques available in modern dentistry.

Dr. McCray was raised in Southern Anne Arundel County where her father and family retired after 23 years in the Air Force.  Dr. McCray has maintained her general dentistry practice in Mechanicsville since 1994.  Her hobbies include family activities, racquetball, gardening, cooking, photography, theater and traveling.  She currently resides in Huntingtown with her husband, Milton, and her twin daughters, Audrey and Kara.

Dottie Bellerose, R.D.H. (Registered Dental Hygienist) was born in Washington D.C. and spent her formative years growing up in Temple Hills, MD. She graduated from Potomac Senior High in 1975 and received her Bachelors of Science Degree in dental hygiene in 1979 from the University of Maryland Dental School (the first dental school in the world.) She received the Alpha Omega Award for exemplifying the qualities of humanitarianism, ethical standards, and devotion to the profession. Dottie believes that prevention and patient education are two of the keys ingredients to successful periodontal therapy. She continues to further her education by taking courses in the treatment of various types of periodontal diseases as well as managing periodontal diseases in diabetically compromised patients. In addition, Dottie is dental radiology licensed and infection control and CPR certified. Dottie’s hobbies include swimming, reading, and watersports at the beach. She cherishes the time she spends with her family in LaPlata, Maryland where she resides. She is very involved with her church and believes that her faith gives her an added ability to help patients feel comfortable with the dentistry they deserve. It is not uncommon to hear Dottie’s contagious laugh resonate throughout the office and put everyone in such an uplifted spirit!

Carol Thorp, R.D.H. (Registered Dental Hygienist) was born in Pennsylvania and raised in New Jersey. She received her Bachelors of Science Degree in dental hygiene from Old Dominion University in 1983. She has extensive experience working with periodontal patients and is excellent at communicating the importance of home periodontal maintenance to the patients’ overall health. Carol has special interests in periodontal treatment of patients with systemic illnesses like diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. Carol is a great listener and her compassionate and caring demeanor gives her the unique ability to provide excellent quality care in a pain free environment. For the last seven years Carol has resided in Port Republic with her husband and two children. She enjoys traveling, skiing, biking, scuba diving, and cross-stitch. She is very involved with her church as well as her children’s PTA organizations. You will be amazed at the wonderful difference she will make in your smile!

Rita Springer, R.D.H. (Registered Dental Hygienist) has been a valued member of the St. Mary’s Dental team since 1995. She graduated in 1966 from Ohio State University with a B.A. in Spanish. She received her dental hygiene degree from the Baltimore College of Dental Surgery. Rita has extensive experience in periodontal therapy, especially as it relates to various systemic diseases such as heart disease and diabetes. Her special interests include early detection and management of patient’s with oral cancer. She has been married for over 38 years to her husband Dick, a Veterinarian in Clinton and has three grown children. In addition to being a “people person”, Rita enjoys gardening, seasonal crafts, reading, and cooking.

Betty Ratliff (Clinical Supervisor) is a life long resident of Maryland and has lived in St. Mary’s County for many years. Betty has been a valued member of the St. Mary’s Dental team since 2003; however, she has over 25 years of experience in the dental field as both a General Dental Assistant and a Certified Orthodontic Assistant. She believes in providing quality patient care in a warm and friendly environment. Betty enjoys being in our office where patients receive the highest standard of care available and where the staff listens to the patient’s needs. Betty is certified in dental radiology, CPR, Invisalign and is working towards her Maryland State Board general dental assisting license. Betty continues to update her clinical skills with regular continuing education courses in restorative and cosmetic dentistry.

Betty resides in Park Hall with her husband of 25 years, Glenn, her daughter, Hollie, and her black Labrador retriever, Chance. Along with spending time with her family and friends, Betty loves gardening, decorating, and collecting antiques.

Katy Lawrence-Galloway (Scheduling Supervisor) was born and raised in Virginia Beach, where she began her career as a dental assistant when she was in high school. After relocating to St. Mary’s County with her husband back in 2007, she joined the St. Mary’s Dental team as the Scheduling Supervisor. Her experience as a dental assistant combined with her organizational skills has made her a definite asset to the front desk staff. She is a very good listener and understands the patient’s individual scheduling needs. She takes the time to get to know each of her patients so that they get the dentistry they want and need. Katy has been married for six years and enjoys spending time with her family kayaking, baking, and doing crafts.

MolliJo Russell (Business Manager) started with St. Mary's Dental as a dental assistant , where her chairside clinical skills was exemplary. Molli is licensed in dental radiology, as well as infection control and CPR certified. Molli's expertise as a chairside dental assistant allows her a greater understanding of the various procedures performed by the dentist. As a result of that understanding, patients are better able to maximize their dental insurance benefits. Molli is warm, friendly and eager to help the patients afford the kind of dentistry they deserve. Molli is a native of St. Mary's County and ,in her spare time, enjoys spending time with her friends and family. She looks forward to providing you and your family with exceptional service from our business and insurance departments.

Audrey McCray is a Neurobiology and Physiology major at University of Maryland, College Park. She will be attending the University of Maryland, Baltimore College of Dental Surgery to pursue a degree in Dental Hygiene in August 2010. After completing her B.S. in Dental Hygiene, she plans to attain her Master's Degree in Dental Hygiene Education. She continues to work as a dental assistant at St. Mary's Dental. Her interests include a study of the association between heart disease and adult Periodontal Diseases. In her spare time, Audrey enjoys salsa dancing, playing piano, tennis, soccer, and flag football.

Kara McCray will be receiving her B.S. in Neurobiology and Physiology from the University of Maryland, College Park in May 2010. She has been accepted into the University of Maryland, Baltimore College of Dental Surgery and anticipates graduating with her D.D.S. degree in 2014. Her interests include cosmetic and implant dentistry as well as orthodontics. In her spare time, she plays piano, soccer, flag football, racquetball, softball, and goes Latin dancing. She continues to work part-time at St. Mary's Dental as a dental assistant.