Meet The Team
McConnell Orthodontics is a continuation of Anderson Orthodontic Associates started by Dr. McConnell’s father, Dr. B.C. McConnell, Jr., who practiced orthodontics for 42 years before retiring in 2010. Dr. McConnell was very fortunate to work and learn from his father for several years prior to his retirement, thus ensuring the tradition of orthodontic excellence and stellar reputation continued into the next generation. The Team at McConnell Orthodontics is an integral part of the success of the practice. Each member is highly trained in their respective roles and deeply cares for each and every patient. Most of the Team has been on board at least 20+ years, with a couple members approaching 40+ years in the practice! McConnell Orthodontics is truly fortunate to have such a stable, wonderful, and experienced Team which benefits each and every patient.
Dr. Beechard C. McConnell, III is formally trained as a specialist in orthodontics for children and adults. A lifelong Anderson resident, Dr. Beech, as his patients like to call him, graduated from T. L. Hanna High School. He received his B.S. degree in Financial Management from Clemson University in 1992. In May 2002, Dr. McConnell received his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the Medical University of South Carolina where he served as class president all four years, was appointed the ADEA representative for the school, and graduated near the top of his class academically and first clinically. Dr. McConnell was accepted directly into the Medical College of Georgia’s Orthodontic residency program, where he received his Certificate in Orthodontics in December 2004.

DR. BEECH
ORTHODONTIST
Dr. McConnell is committed to excellence in orthodontics and utilizes the most up-to-date technologies to treat children and adults. He is involved in many dental organizations and study clubs that ensure he is current with the best techniques available in orthodontics.
Dr. McConnell is an active member of the American Association of Orthodontists, the Southern Association of Orthodontists, the South Carolina Association of Orthodontists, the American Dental Association, and the South Carolina Dental Association.
Giving back to his community is extremely important to Dr. McConnell. He is a member of the Anderson Area Chamber of Commerce, served on the Board of the Anderson Area YMCA, and the Board of Visitors of Anderson University. In addition, he willingly donates to several local charitable organizations and law enforcement agencies. Dr. McConnell resides in Anderson and when not working, he enjoys pursuing his outdoor passions, traveling, and spending quality time with his family.


Shannon Sheriff
Shannon joined our team in September of 1996, after graduating from Tri-County Technical College’s Dental Assistant Program. She worked chairside for 18 years, as a Lab tech for 4 years, and has been our office administrator since 2018. When Shannon is not handling day-to-day operations at the office, patient accounts, and fun things like insurance, you can find her on a ball field or on the lake with her family! She loves spending time with her husband and 2 children.
Favorites
- Food: Pizza
- Hobby: Camping, Reading, Boating, and Clemson Football
- Vacation: Cruising Anywhere Tropical

Chrissie Barbee
Chrissie joined our team in November of 2015. She graduated from Tri-county Technical College’s Dental Assistant Program in 2001. She joined the McConnell team after working for 12 years in the orthodontic field. Chrissie enjoys helping all of her patients choose the right orthodontic plan and giving them a warm welcome to our orthodontic family. When she’s not in the office, she loves spending time with her husband and two boys on a ball field!
Favorites
- Food: Chic-Fil-A
- Hobby: Movies and Clemson Football
- Vacation: Cruise and Mountains

Sandra Riggins
AKA The Princess of the Office
Sandra joined our team in August of 1995 after graduating from Tri-County Technical College’s Dental Assistant Program. She was an assistant for 24 years before moving to the front as our scheduling coordinator. She enjoys seeing people happy and making them laugh… this includes coworkers and parents! When she is not in the office, she enjoys spending time with her family and two grandsons.
Favorites
- Food: Steak
- Hobby: Singing and Fishing
- Vacation: Cruise and Mountains

Pam Harris
Pam joined our team in June of 1980 after completing Tri-County Technical College’s Dental Assistant Program. Pam loves her patients and enjoys helping those generations of families that are her patients. She enjoys spending time with her two daughters and three granddaughters.
Favorites
- Food: Pizza
- Hobby: Reading, Crafts, and Decorating
- Vacation: Cruise

Ashlyn Hinton
Ashlyn graduated from BHP High School in 2018 and from Capstone Dental Assistant Program in June of 2019. She joined our team in January of 2020. She has one sister, that is also her twin along with two younger brothers! When Ashlyn is not taking care of the patients, she loves to vacation with her husband and family anywhere that is sunny with an ocean!
Favorites
- Food: Sushi
- Hobby: Cooking, Shopping, and Spending Time with Family
- Vacation: Beach

Sonya Harrison
Sonya joined our team in December of 2020 after working for 22 years in the orthodontics field. Sonya has worked in general dentistry and in the orthodontic field since she graduated from Greenville Technical College’s Dental Assisting Program in 1994. She enjoys working chairside with patients and being part of creating their new smiles. When she is not at the office, she loves to relax by the pool and read.
Favorites
- Food: Japanese
- Hobby: Reading and Camping
- Vacation: Mountains

Kasey Dombrowski
Kasey joined our team in June of 2021 after working for 20 years in the orthodontics field. Kasey has always wanted to work in the orthodontic field since she graduated from Tri-County Technical College’s Dental Assisting Program in 2000. She enjoys making the patients feel welcome and loves the confidence and happiness they feel seeing their final results. When she is not at the office, she loves spending time with her husband and their two boys.
Favorites
- Food: Pita House
- Hobby: Movies and Gamecock Sports
- Vacation: Mountains

Jenni Ibarra
Jenni graduated from Palmetto High School in 2019 and from Tri-County Technical College’s Dental Assistant Program in 2022. She joined our team in July of 2022. Jenni enjoys helping patients feel more comfortable during their treatment process and seeing their reactions to the end result. When not in the office she enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
Favorites
- Food: Tacos
- Hobby: Shopping, Dancing, Spending Time with Friends and my Dog
- Vacation: Beach