Dr. Ryan Matthews
DMD
Dr. Ryan Matthews is a Prosthodontist who began practicing in North Carolina in 2017. He received his undergraduate degree in Biology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2006, AAS in dental hygiene from CPCC in 2010, DMD degree from Temple University in 2014 and Prosthodontic Certificate from the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2017.
Prosthodontics is a dental specialty dedicated to all aspects of restorative dentistry from full mouth rehabilitation and implants, to dentures. Dr. Matthews has received extra training in placing and restoring implants.
Dr. Matthews is a native of Charlotte, graduating from Harding University High School. He married his high school sweetheart Sarah and they have two beautiful boys, Adam and Ethan. Dr. Matthews has been active in the NC and PA Missions of Mercy free dental clinics and helping the hygiene program at his alma mater, CPCC.
When he is not working, he enjoys cheering on the Tarheels and Panthers as well as spending time with his family.
Dr. Corey Taylor
DDS, MD
Born in Roanoke, VA, Dr. Corey Taylor became interested in dentistry for its inherent ability to immediately improve a person’s quality of life. He is devoted to caring and comforting those in need.
Dr. Taylor is a proud Hokie, receiving his Bachelor of Science at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, VA. He then traveled to Richmond, VA., where he attended Virginia Commonwealth University and was awarded a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree finishing in the top 5% of his class. During that time, his experience in the operating room fostered an interest in surgery. He continued to widen his experience through participation in research projects and volunteering for mission of mercy and RAM projects where he provided dental care to the underserved. Dr. Taylor believes that experience and diligence to continuing education is the best way to serve patients. As a result, he attended an MD-integrated oral and maxillofacial surgery program at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, where he obtained his medical degree and graduated with distinction. His extensive experience at UK both in the operating room and clinical settings helped expand his knowledge and expertise in oral and maxillofacial surgery. Dr. Taylor had the privilege to serve as chief resident during his final year there.
Dr. Taylor’s specialties in oral and maxillofacial surgery include extractions, removal of wisdom teeth, implants, bone grafting, corrective jaw surgery , biopsies, pathology, and facial trauma surgery. He incorporates the latest dental technology to improve the accuracy and predictability of dental implants and corrective jaw surgery, known as orthognathic surgery. His extensive education and experience with anesthesia also gives him the ability to perform these procedures safely and comfortably in the office.
In his free time, Dr. Taylor enjoys spending time with his wife and daughters, exploring parks and outdoor spaces. He enjoys cooking, golfing, and gardening. He and his family are looking forward to growing roots in Charlotte and serving their community.
Education:
Virginia Tech: B.S. in Biological Sciences
Virginia Commonwealth University: D.D.S. degree
University of Kentucky: M.D. degree
University of Kentucky: General Surgery Internship
University of Kentucky: Chief Resident, OMS Certificate
Memberships:
American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
American College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
American College of Surgeons
North Carolina Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Dr. Alexander Edelmann
DDS
Dr. Edelmann has had a passion for Orthodontics for as long as he can remember. As a patient he appreciated how grateful he was to be treated by an Orthodontist and decided early in life to dedicate his life to providing that same experience for others.
Born in San Diego, he spent most of his life in Southwest Florida. He attended Marshall University through the prestigious Yeager Scholar program and earned a degree in Accounting (Summa Cum Laude). During his undergrad tenure he spent time studying at Oxford University and completing dental research in Africa.
Dr. Edelmannn then matriculated to the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill for his dental degree graduating with Distinction and being selected as the OKU Kramer Award winner for his class. It was at UNC where he continued his work in published research. Upon graduation, he attended the University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston for a two year orthodontic residency where he completed a master’s thesis on clear aligner therapy that was accepted into a renowned national dental publication: American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.
Outside the office, Dr. Edelmann can be found on the tennis court or at the gym. He also enjoys visiting his family in Florida and playing with his “adopted” dog Fritz that he shares with his fiancee.
Dr. Emily Dunlap
DDS
A native of North Carolina, Dr. Dunlap completed her undergraduate education at Campbell University in 2000, graduating Magna Cum Laude. In 2004, she received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and participated in rotations at the Oral Surgery Department of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and the Pediatric Dental Clinics of Cumberland and Orange Counties.
Dr. Dunlap is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, North Carolina Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association, and Southeastern Society of Pediatric Dentistry.
Dr. Dunlap and her husband are the proud parents of one son, Carson, and two daughters, Caroline and Campbell. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, baking, and watching college football.
