ABOUT OUR TEAM

About Dr. Robert Coope

Dr. Coope was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona in 1961. He received his undergraduate degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1984. He attended the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry from 1988 to 1991 where he received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery with Distinction. Dr. Coope joined the Air Force after dental school and met his wife, Laurie, at his first duty station in Grand Forks, North Dakota. While in the Air Force, Dr. Coope completed a two year advanced general dentistry residency and became a Diplomate of the Federal Services Board of General Dentistry in 2002. He then became Board Certified with the American Board of General Dentistry in 2004. By completing over 500 hours of continuing education Dr. Coope became a Fellow with the Academy of General Dentistry in 2007 and then went on to receive their highest award of Master in 2013.

Dr. Coope moved his wife and son, Byron to Dover, DE in 2001 with the Air Force. Shortly after arriving in Dover they adopted their daughter, Katana, from China. Dr. Coope and his family really enjoyed Dover and the surrounding area so decided to leave the military and open a private practice. He has been practicing in Dover since 2004.

Meet Dr. Coope
Meet Dr. Coope

Dr. Coope was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona in 1961. He received his undergraduate degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1984. He attended the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry from 1988 to 1991 where he received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery with Distinction. Dr. Coope joined the Air Force after dental school and met his wife, Laurie, at his first duty station in Grand Forks, North Dakota. While in the Air Force, Dr. Coope completed a two year advanced general dentistry residency and became a Diplomate of the Federal Services Board of General Dentistry in 2002. He then became Board Certified with the American Board of General Dentistry in 2004. By completing over 500 hours of continuing education Dr. Coope became a Fellow with the Academy of General Dentistry in 2007 and then went on to receive their highest award of Master in 2013.

Dr. Coope moved his wife and son, Byron to Dover, DE in 2001 with the Air Force. Shortly after arriving in Dover they adopted their daughter, Katana, from China. Dr. Coope and his family really enjoyed Dover and the surrounding area so decided to leave the military and open a private practice. He has been practicing in Dover since 2004.

Care First Dental Team Staff

Laurie Edwards
CFO

Laurie is Dr. Coope’s wife and according to her “his better half”. She is an attorney so when he wanted to open his own practice she was glad to help out with the business aspects.  They have 2 children, a son in Vermont and a daughter in Atlanta.  They also have 2 cats, Bebe and Tounces.

Jessica Tilghman
Office Manager
Jessica joined the practice in August 2013 and graduated from the Dental Assisting Program at Polytech Adult Education in February 2014. Her dedication, strong work ethic, and positive attitude have made her an invaluable member of our team. After spending years in braces, Jessica became fascinated with oral health and hygiene, which inspired her to pursue a career in dentistry. She loves helping people and is always just a phone call away!
Angela
Angela S.
Receptionist
Angela joined the team in February 2021, bringing extensive customer service experience from her role as a general manager at Domino’s Pizza. With her upbeat, energetic personality, she helps create a welcoming environment for every patient. You’ll see her at the front desk, ready to help and guide you through your treatment. Outside the office, Angela is a proud dog mom to Lola and Deuce. In her free time, she enjoys exploring new restaurants, traveling, and relaxing at the beach.
Cindy R.
Receptionist

Cindy began her career in dental assisting after completing her training at Harris School of Business, following her graduation from William Penn High School in 2015. She is a great asset to have on the team as she is cross-trained and supports both clinical and administrative aspects of the practice, stepping in wherever needed. She is also Bilingual and helps make connections with patients and creates a comfortable, welcoming experience for them. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling/ taking spontaneous trips, trying new restaurants, and visiting national parks for hiking.

Mackenzie S.
Receptionist
Mackenzie is new to the dental field and brings years of customer service experience along with a genuine passion for patient care, making her a great fit for the team. You’ll find her at the front desk, always ready to greet you with a smile and helping keep things running smoothly. Outside of work, she values quality time with her son, Triston, and her wife, Cassie. She loves playing video games, visiting museums, and getting lost in a good book. Mackenzie also enjoys spending time with her cat, Matcha, and her dog, Lyra.
Brittany C.
Insurance Coordinator
Brittany joined our team in December of 2024. She loves spending time with family and friends.
Charlie
Charlie J.
Dental Assistant/Lab Technician

Charlie joined the team in August 2019.  He has been a dental assistant for about 16 years.  While he still loves interacting with the patients chairside he has found his passion doing lab work.  His talent and skill have been an enormous help to Dr. Coope and the office.   Charlie enjoys spending time with his husband, Jerry, and their two dogs, Isabella and Dapper.

Amanda B.
Registered Dental Hygienist

Amanda joined our team in July of 2020. She started her dental career in 2006 working as a dental assistant and she received her Dental Hygiene degree in 2011. She enjoys educating patients and making a difference in their lives and in their smile. Amanda grew up and still lives in Felton Delaware with her husband Sam and two daughters. She loves anything summer, reading, cooking, baking and being artsy.

Dental care and patient smiling together
Stephanie Houston-Brown
Dental Assistant

Stephanie joined our team in February of 2021 when she started her career as a dental assistant. Stephanie is a joy with the patients. She loves spending time with family and friends.

Amanda W.
Dental Assistant
Amanda started in dentistry in 2019. It was something she quickly decided she enjoyed doing. Since then Amanda has continued to learn as much as possible. In her time off work, she enjoys traveling, beach days, reading and playing with her puppy, Tucker. Amanda loves all dogs and enjoys helping friends and family with watching their fur babies.
Amanda O.
Dental Assistant
Mandy began her dental assisting in 2024 and quickly discovered a passion for helping patients feel comfortable and confident in their care. With a background in casino management, she brings strong teamwork, organization, and people skills to the office, making her a valuable part of the team. Mandy strives to create a positive, welcoming experience at every visit. Outside of work, Mandy enjoys spending time with family and friends, exploring nature, going on road trips, and trying new restaurants. She also loves spoiling her two dogs, Athena and Bella.

QUALITY DENTAL SERVICES

Five-star rating

Google Reviews

Debi Schrader
The women in the office, dental assistants and the hygienist are absolutely wonderful. They go above and beyond, and they make me feel very comfortable. The Dentist is kind, gentle and very thorough He takes his time to explain the procedures to you. and interested in your questions. I am 65 and finely found a patient oriented dental office, CareFirst Dentist Team is #1
William Vance
Always a pleasant experience at this office. From the time you walk in until the time you leave they're a pleasure to work with. There's not a lot of grey area when it comes to billing so it's never a surprise when you checkout.
Oksana Antonova
Professional care for all your dental needs. Ashley Williams was very patient and knowledgeable, explaining every step during exam. Dr. Coope is very gentle and professional, answering all the questions and addressing all problems with knowledge and confidence. All the stuff of the clinic is wonderful. Highly recommend Care First Dental Team
Patricia Seip
I can’t say enough about the professionalism and patience that I experienced at my visit today. Their hygienist took her time and made sure I was comfortable, as she was aware I had not been to a dentist in many years. If I had experienced someone like her in the past, my fear of going to the dentist would be non-existent. Recommend them highly!
Gary Pack
Everyone was so kind and helping! I had an amazing experience I had two extractions and was totally amazed,I definitely recommend them!!!
Tina Gonzalez
Very personable, informative, best service...love the whole crew. They are out of my network but I don't care bc the service is outstanding.

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