Why I chose this profession: I love helping people feel good about themselves, and the beauty about working in the dental field is that it allows me to help their smiles look beautiful.

Hobbies and interests: Crochet, reading, arts & crafts, and spending quality time with my family.

Why I chose this profession: I enjoy meeting new people and helping others in their time of need. This Profession allows me to help patient’s progress through a transformation of feeling great about themselves by helping them change their smiles.

Hobbies and interests: weight lifting, boating, skiing, jogging, reading and spending time with my son.

Why I chose this profession: I chose dentistry as my profession because I love helping others in their time of need. The art of dentistry is extremely interesting to me; therefore I have the best job because it combines my love of dentistry and people.

Hobbies and interests: Tennis, weight lifting, racket ball, swimming and jogging.

Why I chose this profession: I love having patient interaction and the challenge that comes with working with numbers. This profession provides me a way to integrate both together!

Hobbies and interests: reading, walking, concerts, cooking, travel, and playing with my grandchildren!

Why I chose this profession: After 16 years as a dental assistant I decided it was time to go back to college and become a “provider” myself. Now I provide education, awareness and health to my patients along with giving them the necessary tools to keep their smile bright.

Hobbies and interests: travel, scrapbooking, spending time with loved ones, shopping, and of course playing on my IPhone!

Why I chose this profession: The dental field requires dedication, integrity, loyalty and the constant want for knowledge- which are a few qualities I am very grateful to have. I was introduced to the dental profession when I was still in high school and it was “love at first TOOTH”! After being a chair side dental assistant for 10 years it was finally time to push myself further and go to dental hygiene school. I graduated from Western Kentucky University in 2005. The best part of my job is my patients. I love meeting people from all walks of life, gaining their trust and helping them to achieve their ultimate dental goal “A GORGEOUS, HEALTHY SMILE”

Hobbies and interests: spending time with my wonderful husband and our three busy-but great children ages: 15, 12, and 7. and when time allows- boating, skiing, exercising and traveling.

Why I chose this profession: To help patients get over their fear of the dental office and dental procedures by gaining their trust and taking the time to really listen to their wants and needs. I love educating the patients and introducing them to new and advance techniques and procedures.

Hobbies and interests: Spending quality time with my two awesome all American boys ages 2 & 5 and my wonderful husband. When time allows I love to read, work out, and go boating.

Why I chose this profession: Fascinated by teeth all my life! I enjoy the satisfaction that comes from helping patients develop their self esteem again sometimes after years, by rebuilding their smiles. I enjoy knowing I’m truly making a difference in their life. Dentistry is a field that has constant improvements and opportunities for knowledge. It demands integrity and dedication. For 20 years I have been helping people smile and that feels amazing!

Hobbies and interests: going to the beach, movies, and anything outdoors!!

Why I chose this profession: I have been a dental assistant for 24 years. I realized at a very early age that I loved teeth. Starting dental assisting in high school I know that my patients were like my extended family. Caring and making sure that all their dental concerns are being met (comfort and making them feel special) is always my main concern.

Hobbies and interests: I love the water- boating, beach, etc and camping. I spend most of my spare time with my family and friends.

Why I chose this profession: I received my degree in dentistry from New York University in 2002. I practiced in Michigan before moving to Jacksonville, Florida in 2004. I love working with our incredible and awesome team at The Smile Resort and most importantly enjoy changing the lives of my patients. I am a very passionate about dentistry and life, and I have a very positive attitude and outlook on both! I treat every patient that comes into the office as I would want to be treated myself.

Hobbies, other interests outside of work: I enjoy living in Jacksonville with my husband and our two children. I also enjoy outdoor sports like swimming, soccer, and playing tennis. I love to travel and see how beautiful the world is!