DOUGLAS F. COTTINGHAM, DMD
Dr. Cottingham is originally from Moncks Corner, SC, where his parents, sister, and her family still reside. After graduating from Berkeley High School in 1994, Dr. Cottingham attended Clemson University, graduating in 1999 with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and in 2000 with a Masters of Professional Accountancy. He then worked for Arthur Andersen, LLP in Columbia until hi wife, Dr. Sarah Stevenson Cottingham, began medical school in Charleston, SC. While in Charleston, Dr. Cottingham worked for Pratt-Thomas, Gumb, & Company, a local accounting ?rm.
During this time, he decided to examine other careers. Dentistry always appealed to him and he took a leap of faith after shadowing several dentists to attend the Medical University of South Carolina where he earned his Doctorate of Dental Medicine in 2010. Upon graduation, Dr. Cottingham received the Quintessence Award for Achievement in Restorative Dentistry.
He has volunteered with Give Kids a Smile, the Special Olympics, the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, and the SC Junior Golf Association. Dr. Cottingham is a member of the American Dental Association, the Academy of General Dentistry, and the American Dental Education Association.
Dr. Cottingham’s wife, Sarah, is a physician at Palmetto Family Medicine. When they are not treating patients, they enjoy spending time with their young children, Mac and Lila, and their dog, Millie. Dr. Cottingham’s hobbies include golf, music, and the outdoors.
AMANDA MAGYARCertified Dental Assistant
Amanda is a native of Columbia. She has been a Certified Dental Assistant almost 20 years. Patient care is her number one priority and loves all of the great conversation she has chair side with each patient. Amanda has been married to her husband Gary for over 18 years and has 2 children, Macy and Reed, who are 10 years apart! Her favorite place is the beach and she loves visiting all of the yummy places to eat when vacationing.
GRACE BALLDENTAL HYGIENIST
Grace is from Blythewood, SC. She moved to Columbia when she married her high school sweetheart in 2011. She graduated from Midlands Technical College with a degree as an Expanded Duty Dental Assistant and Registered Dental Hygienist. She has worked at Cottingham Family Dentistry since 2014. Grace and her husband are raising a little girl and the family enjoys traveling and spending time with friends and family. Grace is an active member of the Junior League of Columbia, serving as chair of Special Entertainment for Holiday Market for several years. Grace truly loves her work in dentistry and has a heart for every patient that she treats. She especially feels accomplished when she can make people with previous negative memories of dentistry comfortable and happy to be receiving care.
MARGI LAUFFERDental Hygienist
Margi is originally from Baltimore, where she attended dental hygiene school. She has lived in Columbia since 1989. Margi loves dental hygiene and the patient is her top priority. She enjoys cooking for her family and friends. She has a dog, Lulu, who is the light of her life. The whole family are avid Gamecock fans.
Yume SykesDental Hygienist
Yume has over 21 years of experience as a Registered Dental Hygienist. She earned her Associate of Science and Dental Hygiene degree from Midlands Technical College. She has a bachelor’s degree in Health Communication from Columbia College. Yume taught at Midlands Technical College in the Dental Hygiene and Expanded Duty Dental Assistant programs for 7 years. Yume and her husband enjoy family time with their children and grandchildren. They travel as much as possible and always look forward to new experiences and meeting different people. Yume prides herself on helping patients achieve their dental goals.