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.

Dr. Taylor is a proponent of dental implants and works alongside Dr. Matthews to provide life-changing implant treatments including All-On-Four implants and full mouth reconstruction.

Emma is a native-born Ukrainian; hence she has been given the nickname/call sign of “Black Widow”. She has always had a desire for helping others, which has led her to pursuing her dream in working in the dental field. Emma was recruited to Dr. Soung’s team in 2022 (after working as a dental assistant in General Dentistry for a bit) and she has loved every minute of the fast-paced and more demanding role as a Surgical Assistant in Oral Surgery. Emma has an exotic taste when it comes to restaurants and enjoys all types of foods and flavors. She will not hesitate to try something new and will never back out of a challenge. Emma is the captain of pranking Dr. Soung and keeps everyone laughing in the office!

FUN FACT: Emma might have a fit appearance but looks can be deceiving (as the saying goes) because this girl can eat! Due to her love for food, she has competed in several eating competitions in the Southeast and aspires to make it to the famed annual July 4th Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest one day. She can inhale a whole donut in two bites, and her proudest eating achievement so far is 25 glazed donuts in 10 minutes! (True or False? Just ask Emma if/when you come by to visit us at Waverly Oral Surgery!)