About Us

Big City Options. Hometown Approach.

Dr. Jessica Cox and the team at J. Cox Orthodontics are passionate about helping people love their smiles. They believe when you feel confident about your smile you can always make a good impression on those you meet. In fact, they think about it 24/7 and truly measure their success by how you feel about your smile. Dr. Cox has treated patients as young as 6 years old and well into their 80’s. She has created an office and an atmosphere where kids love to be treated and adults feel equally at home. You kind of have to see it to believe it - or just ask around, you’re bound to know someone with a healthy, beautiful J. Cox smile.

Meet Dr. Jessica Cox

Dr. Cox loves the way that being an orthodontist enables her to have a positive influence on people. She chose to be an orthodontist because it provides tangible benefits for every single patient and there aren't many professions that can say that. She chose to practice here in Mississippi because it's home - and what could be better than using your gifts, talent and training to benefit the people around you.

Dr. Jessica Cox graduated Magna Cum Laude with a BS in biomedical sciences from the University of Mississippi in just three years prior to receiving her Doctor of Dental Science Degree from the University of Tennessee. She then attended a residency in Orthodontics and Craniofacial Orthopedics at St. Louis University where she received her orthodontic specialist certificate and her Masters of Science in Dentistry Research. She has been published in the progressive Orthodontist magazine where she helped school young orthodontists in the development of a new orthodontic practice.

When she’s not in the office you will find her outdoors enjoying God’s creation, on the beach with her girls or on a long run! She is a member of the Hernando United Methodist Church and founder of the Life song for Children – Matthew 25:40 fund. She practices in Olive Branch and Hernando, Mississippi where she lives with her husband, Wynne, their twin girls, Wynsley and Westyn, and their son Rett.

Education:
2003 Ole Miss: BS Biomedical Sciences
2007 University of Tennessee: DDS College of Dentistry
2009 St. Louis University: Specialty Certificate Orthodontics and Craniofacial Orthopedics
2009 St. Louis University: Masters of Science in Dentistry Research

Meet Our Team

They're Really Your Team

Some people have a gift for making you smile. It comes from inside them, they willingly share it with everyone they meet and it happens every day at J. Cox Orthodontics. If you’re already a patient you know what we’re talking about. If you haven’t had the chance to meet our team yet, we can’t wait to make you smile. That is our priority.

Patient Care Manager

A little about me: My husband Charles and I live in Nesbit MS. We have five children and six grandchildren. We love Ole Miss! I love to grow anything and cooking. We spend a lot of time with family. My favorite place is the beach.

I love orthodontics because of the change you see in patients as treatment progresses. We build so much self-confidence in people that they didn’t have before.

At J. Cox Orthodontics I am a patient care manager. I am an RDA. I’ve worked in orthodontics for over twenty-five years. I’ve been with Dr. Cox for five years and love the team I have the pleasure to work with. Best place I’ve ever worked!

TERESA MILLER
Office Manager, Marketing Director & IT Specialist – Hernando & Olive Branch

A little about me: My husband, Ricky, and I live in Southaven. We have three beautiful children and a cat named Ace. When I am not working I am spending time with my family and friends. We enjoy sports, swimming, shopping and taking trips.

I love orthodontics because it is amazing to watch the changes in our patients and visually see the difference in each of them and their self-confidence!

At J. Cox Orthodontics: I am the Office Manager, Marketing Director and IT Specialist for the Hernando and Olive Branch office. I challenge myself daily to make the next day even better! I never meet a stranger and I love working with people.

NICHOLE DENTON
New Patient Coordinator & Patient Care Manager – Hernando & Olive Branch

A little about me: I have recently moved here with my husband, Tyler, from Tishomingo, Mississippi. I love being with my family. We enjoy fishing, hiking, biking and being on the lake.

I love orthodontics because I enjoy changing the way a person feels about themselves. Know that I help make a difference brings my joy that will last a person a lifetime.

At J. Cox Orthodontics: I am New Patient Coordinator and Patient Care Manager for the Hernando and Olive Branch office. I love working with people and helping them understand what we are trying to achieve with their orthodontics.

ASHLEIGH LONG
Patient Care Manager

A little about me: My husband, Eric and I are High School sweethearts. We have 2 beautiful daughters. I am a graduate from Coldwater High School. While in High School I started my love for the dental field by competing through HOSA (Health Occupation Student of America) and winning 1^st place Dental Assisting in the State of MS, May 2004. I obtained my Certified Dental Assisting (CDA) through graduating from Concorde Career College. I also have my Radiology certificate. I am CPR certified. I have 2 years General Dentistry and 5 years oral surgery. I have had the privilege to work with J. Cox Orthodontics and be apart of her team since 2015.

I love Orthodontics because: The Confidence we help people achieve through a beautiful smile is so heartwarming.

At J. Cox Orthodontics: I am the Patient Care Manager for our Hernando and Olive Branch office.

BRIDGET GOODWIN
Title Coming Soon – Hernando

Bio will be here soon! Check back with us!

LIZ CERPA
Senior Clinical Manager, Lab Specialist – Hernando & Olive Branch

I am a mom of 2 amazing sons. I have 2 granddaughters, 1 grandson, and 1 on the way. In my free time, I love to spend time with family and friends. I love to be at the river and I love Alabama football. Roll Tide!! I love orthodontics because of the difference it makes in people’s lives. I also love my work family!

At J. Cox Orthodontics: I am the Senior Clinical Manager, manage the Flow of the clinic, and Lab Manager.

CAMI WEATHERS
Clinical Assistant – Hernando & Olive Branch

I am from Cali Columbia. I became a US citizen in 2019. I have a beautiful daughter and a dog named Athens. When I am not working I spend time outdoors with my daughter and dog. I enjoy watching college football, going to the gym, and spending time with my family and friends. I love orthodontics because you get a special bond with the patients and get to watch them start to embrace their new smile!

At J. Cox Orthodontics: I am a Clinical Assistant. My everyday challenge is to make a difference in someone’s life and to bring a smile to their face.

DENNYS GUSTAFSON
Scheduling Coordinator – Hernando & Olive Branch

A little about myself: I have been married to my best friend for 30 years. We have 2 beautiful daughters, a great son in law and a spoiled rotten beagle named Brodie. In my free time I love to spend time with my family and watch sports. Go HOGS!!

I love orthodontics because I love to see everyone smile! I love to see our patients with the results of a beautiful smile.

At J. Cox Orthodontics: I am Scheduling Coordinator at the Hernando and Olive Branch office.

JULIE CARRINGTON

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We Love To Give Back

It Just Comes Naturally

One of the great things about living and practicing here is the way our community rallies together to make a positive difference in each others' lives. We actively participate in so many community events and in supporting so many great organizations because we live here too. Our kids know your kids. We’re all in this together. Below are just a few of the organizations we support. Ask us about it anytime (but be prepared to be inspired to join in if you’re not already involved:-).

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