Our caring staff is dedicating to delivering bright and beautiful smiles, as well as healthy teeth and gums to our patients. One patient shares, “It’s obvious how much they care. You can just tell how much pride they take in not only making my smile look great, but most importantly in how healthy it is.”
All of our staff takes part in continuing education in order to remain up-to-date with the constantly changing field of modern dentistry. We are dedicated to utilizing the latest advanced technology available. This means that we can detect possible problems early and take care of them with more conservative care. In the long run, our commitment to the best technology will save your family money.
Meet Jackie
Jackie has been a certified expanded-duty dental assistant for five years and plans to be here for many more years. She is also an instructor for Dental Careers Institute, a school started by Dr. Collins, Sr. (retired).
She shares, “It’s a pleasure to be part of a dental team that works well together, provides the best dental care, and treats all our patients like family.” Jackie is compassionate and attentive to each patient’s needs and comfort while in her care.
Away from the office, she enjoys spending time with friends and family and watching LSU and Saints games.
Meet Marcia
For over 26 years, Marcia, has been a dental hygienist for Sherwood Dental Care. She graduated from Loyola University in New Orleans in 1980.
“I love my job! Helping my patients achieve and maintain a beautiful, healthy smile brings me great joy, she shares. “I strive to make your dental visit a friendly and comfortable experience.”
During her spare time, you may find her shopping or spending time with family and friends.
Meet Eileen
Eileen is our administrative secretary/treatment coordinator and has been working with Sherwood Dental Care since 1991. She truly enjoys visiting with patients and working out their financial arrangements to make their needed treatment possible.
She comments, “We try our best to give our patients the very best service possible and are proud that so many of them refer their family and friends to our office.”
Bike riding, cooking, or spending time with her grandkids is where you will find her when she is away from the office.
Meet Julie
Julie is our patient care coordinator and has been working with Sherwood Dental Care since 2012. She is a certified, expanded-duty dental assistant. Julie has worked as a dental lab technician and as an instructor for Dental Careers Institute.
Her knowledge and experience make her a valuable asset to the Sherwood Dental Care team.
She shares, “Patient advocacy has been a passion and challenge that has always lined up with my overall enjoyment of helping people.”
Away from the office, you’ll find her painting, gardening, and raising her young family.
Meet Nicole
Nicole is a recent dental assistant graduate! She is RDA (registered dental assistant). Her gentle, compassionate nature is comforting to our patients. She is excited to learn and grow in the career of dentistry.
She shares, “one of the things I enjoy most about dentistry is to see how changing patients’ smiles transforms their lives.”
Away from the office, you’ll find her wherever fur babies are! She loves caring for her puppies.
Meet Kristen
Kristen has been a hygienist since 2003. Her outgoing, caring, and fun personality make it easy for patients to feel comfortable. She enjoys building personal relationships with her patients that are centered around educating and motivating them toward an optimum state of oral health.
She shares, “I’m so excited to be part of Sherwood Dental Care. It is gratifying for me as a hygienist to give care to my patients in a calm and caring atmosphere where their comfort and well being is the main concern.
Away from the office, you’ll find her spending time with her two children and granddaughter.