MEET YOUR SMILE TEAM:
Our skilled staff members really care, offering each patient their knowledge and expertise. You may be our patient, however, we like to think that we are your smile team. With amenities that are second-to-none, your smile team offers for your comfort and convenience an extensive computerized library, massage pillows, a fresh rose, premium complimentary coffees & teas, and much more. We are proud of our caring and professional staff. Our staff is willing to go the extra mile to ensure that your experience with us is a positive one. We know how precious your teeth are, so we guarantee the utmost safety and modern care. Rest assured that you will be in good hands at Creekside Dental, Inc. Personalized care is our FORTE!
ASHLEY PATANAO, Dental Hygienist
Ashley serves as a Licensed Dental Hygienist at Creekside Dental, with over 12 years of dental hygiene experience. She thoroughly enjoys educating patients on how to obtain healthy teeth and gums with the best brushing and flossing skills. She loves spending time with her family at various sporting events.
NIKEISHA POWELL, Dental Hygienist
Nikeisha is part of our dental hygiene team and has over 11 years of experience as a Licensed Dental Hygienist. Her role is to help patients obtain optimal dental health by properly showing patients how to brush and floss their teeth to maintain a healthy smile. Outside of the office, she enjoys lots of reading and spending time with her family.
PAMELA DEAS, Office Manager
Pamela has served as our Office Manager since 2004. She handles most of the day-to-day operations of the practice and markets the practice. She enjoys singing, traveling and spending time with her family and friends at small dinner gatherings.
JEANINE HOK, Business Administrator
Jeanine joined our staff in 2010. Her role includes verifying each patient’s dental insurance plan as well as patient account management. She greets each patient with a smile as they check in and check out of the office. She enjoys camping, golfing and exploring the world.
AMELIA GRAHAM, Treatment Coordinator
Amelia became a part of our team in 2011. As the Treatment Coordinator, she ensures that each patient understands their recommended treatment, their insurance plan and their financial obligation. She loves to cook and spend time with her family and friends.
CHRISTAL CARLIE, Dental Assistant
Christal joined the office in 2005. As a Dental Assistant, she assists the Dentist with various dental procedures and educates each patient on their necessary dental treatment. She and her family were recently featured on The Steve Harvey Show. Outside of the office, she enjoys bowling, dancing and shopping.
NIKKI LIGHTFORD, Dental Assistance
Nikki serves as a Dental Assistant and has worked for Creekside Dental since 2010. She reviews recommended dental treatment with the patients and helps the patients to understand why the treatment is necessary for optimal dental health. She and her family enjoy coaching, playing and watching basketball.
KELLI GOSS, Dental Assistance
Kelli is a member of our team as a Dental Assistant. She has been a part of office practice as a patient since the tender age of 11. As a Dental Assistant, her role includes instrument sterilization, appointment scheduling and chairside assisting. She loves reading, dancing and singing as well as spending time with her family.