Ellie’s experience in the field of dentistry spans about 30 years, 10 as a dental assistant and 17 as a hygienist. Her lengthy career is the result of wanting to help people feel better about themselves. According to Ellie, “If I can help them smile with confidence, I have accomplished that.”
When she is not in the office, Ellie enjoys spending time with her husband, taking photos, and spoiling her cats Thor, Gilbert Grape, and Baldr.
Kristina has spent the last 20 years working in the field of dentistry, 15 of which were spent right here in Gainesville.
When asked about why she chose dentistry, she said, “I enjoy building relationships with my patients and team members, as well as providing patient education needed to have a healthy smile.”
Kristina spends her free time with her husband, three daughters, and two boxers. Whenever possible, she enjoys taking in the views from her mother’s front porch in the Tennessee Mountains.
Jessica became a Registered Dental Hygienist in 2012 graduating from Santa Fe College. She worked as a hygienist in the Clearwater area prior to moving back to the Gainesville area.Jessica has always enjoyed going to the dentist which prompted her interest in dentistal hygiene as a career. She loves helping people have a comfortable dental experience. She strives to give people the eductation they need to maintain their oral health, and leave the dental chair with the confidence they need to maintain their dental care at home.
In her free time she loves spending time with her husband,children and family. She also loves going to the beach and being near the water.
Misue graduated from Palm Beach State College, and has been a hygienist for almost 13 years. She has been in Gainesville for about 5 years, and enjoys nature hikes, bird and butterfly watching here in Northern Florida. She is addicted to all things Disney and a big Star Wars fan. She is also very involved with her family and friends in her spare time. In dentistry, she loves to help people achieve a healthy smile and make patients as comfortable as possible.
Ericka has worked in dental care since 1993. "It's gratifying to help patients attain beautiful smiles, ease their fears and gain their trust."
Ericka is married with three children. Her family also has two rescue dogs and two horses. She enjoys spending time with family and traveling to new places. Ericka has a passion for baking and enjoys sharing it with her work family.
Jodi’s experience is extensive, with over 35 years spent in various fields of the dental industry. While you will normally find her in the clinical area in our office, she sometimes helps in the business area as well. Being versed in all areas and always willing to help, you never know where you might see her! Jodi is married with three kids scattered across the US. She enjoys horses and spending time with her family, and her sweet Corgi, Sophie.
Laura has been working as a dental assistant for the past two years and takes great pride in patient care and education. While she is mainly seen in the clinical area, she also has worked in the business area for the last five years and continues to do so when needed. She is currently pursuing her bachelor’s degree at the University of Florida in Biology, and plans to attend dental school after graduation. When not working or doing school, she loves to dance, participate in her church’s college ministry, and enjoy time with family and friends.
Amber is originally from Gainesville, but was raised in Miami. She moved back to Gainesville in 2015, and has truly enjoyed being home, and loves getting to see her family on a regular basis. She has been a dental assistant since 2021, and I loves making people happy. Her biggest reward in dentistry is seeing someone's anxiety disappear and earning their trust. In her spare time she loves spending time with her fur baby.
Paige is a passionate dental assistant who loves making patients feel relaxed and confident. She started her career in 2015 and has spent time learning a variety of areas within dentistry. In her spare time you can find her spending time with her family or behind a camera.
Receptionist
Yolonda’s smiling face will be one of the first you see when you come in for your appointment. When she’s not helping out our patients, Yolonda enjoys reading and traveling. She is also heavily involved in her church choir, benevolence program, and in the children’s ministry.
Office Manager
Denise has over 20 years of experience in the field of dentistry, and is the Treatment Coordinator for our team. Denise is happily married with four children and two grandchildren, and enjoys camping in her free time.
Insurance Coordinator
Tonja is extremely knowledgeable in dental insurance, having worked in this area of dentistry for many years. She is great at helping patients with their dental questions or seeking out answers to more difficult issues. Tonja has been happily married to her best friend for 23 years. She is Mom to four children and Nana to two grandchildren. She loves to spend time with her grandchildren and going to the beach.
Treatment Coordinator
Tabatha has been working in the dental field more than 15 years, because she enjoys helping people. She loves being able to connect with patients and help them understand their treatment or insurance and making them feel as comfortable as possible. She and her husband have 3 kids and moved back to Florida to be near family after one too many blizzards in Wisconsin. In her spare time, you would find her at a practice or game during the busy sports seasons with her kids, or some other family celebration with family and friends. She absolutely loves shopping, anything related to fashion and listening to true crime podcasts.
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