Here at Crestview Family Dentistry, we have been serving families in the Crestview Community since the year 2000!
Together, our staff has over 150 years of experience in the dental field! Our entire team is dedicated to providing you with the personalized, gentle, and quality care that you deserve. When you visit our office, your health and smile are our top priorities. Come join our fun and friendly dental family and let us take care of your smile!
Sandra, RDH
Sandra grew up in Okeechobee, Florida. She joined the United States Air Force and worked as a jet engine mechanic at Luke Air Force Base in Arizona. She later attended Indian River State College in Ft. Pierce, FL for hygiene, which had been rated top in the nation. She graduated with honors, passed the State Boards with a perfect score, and has now been a hygienist for over 22 years. Her favorite thing about working in her position is “I enjoy cleaning teeth. Seeing the patient transformations is my favorite…and my patients become like family to me”! Outside of work, she enjoys working out at the gym (even participating in Pro Fitness competitions over the past 7 years and earning her NASM-CPT certification!), is an active member in her church (both her grandfathers and her father are pastors), and spending time with her husband of 25 years and their son and daughter.
Wendy, RDH
Wendy was born in Kentucky but moved to Crestview when she was 8 years old. “You can tell by my accent that Crestview is my hometown”. Her family had relocated to Crestview, where her father proudly served the United States Air Force for 27 years. As a dental hygienist for 30 years and having been with Crestview Family Dentistry for over 6 years, the aspect of dentistry that she likes most is “I enjoy making our patients feel like they are part of my own family members”. Her hobbies includes spending time with her husband of 30 years, and their son and daughter, all things outdoors, spending time at the beach, her faith in God, traveling, and “any activity that gets my adrenaline pumping”! She is currently enjoying retirement but will maintain her license and will still be available as a fill-in to our team.
Holly
Holly was born in Ferriday, Louisiana but moved to Baker, Florida when she was 3 years old and has stayed ever since! She is a Certified Dental Assistant and graduated as the first dental assistant class at Northwest Florida State College in 2003. She currently has 20 years of experience in the field of Dentistry. The thing she loves most about her position is that she “loves working with people and seeing someone get the smile they’ve always wanted”! Her hobbies include sports, fishing, and spending time with family and friends.
Lashelle
Lashelle grew up in Detroit, Michigan. She became a certified Dental Assistant, certified in orthodontics, and is a certified nursing assistant. With over 15 years of dental experience, her favorite aspect about her dental position is that she enjoys being a part of the patient’s journey with their improving self-esteem, helping patients conquer their dental fears, and she loves seeing the final transformation of dental aesthetic cases. She enjoys participating in activities that empower women, and as a licensed aesthetician, she loves doing lashes, facials, and hair! She also enjoys Karaoke, working out, and spending time with her family and 2 beautiful daughters!
Xhiara
Xhiara was born in Germany, but calls the Panhandle "home". Born into a military family, she's had the unique opportunity to visit many geographical locations. She attended the Accelerated Academy for Dental Assisting (AADA). She is proud to have served two years in the dental industry. The most rewarding aspect of her career is having the opportunity to "transform smiles" Her hobbies include going to the beach and spending time with her adorable daughter and family members.
Tay
Tay was born and still resides in Crestview, Florida. She earned a degree in Medical Assisting in 2019 at Fortis. Currently she is in the process of completing her Florida Real Estate license. In her position, she enjoys challenging herself, as she considers herself goal-oriented. Her newest passion is cooking, but she also enjoys gardening and has quite the green thumb when it comes to caring for a variety of plants. Her other hobbies include going to the beach, traveling, reading, and most importantly spending time with her precious little girl.
Justin
Justin was born on a farm in North Carolina, but he has lived all over the country from Florida to Washington state. He studied Computer Science at UNCW, and has 20 years in the technology/customer service industry. Justin is new to the world of dentistry, but he loves helping people along on their personal dental journey. He has a strong passion for all things computers, people, and family. When he is not working, Justin loves to spend time with his wife and two kids playing games and seeing the world!
Haley, RDH
Haley is from Burburnett, Texas but she was born on Eglin Air Force Base in Florida. She graduated High School in Burkburnett, Texas, and received both her Associates in Science and her Certified Dental Assisting certification from Vernon College. She graduated hygiene school at Thomas Nelson Community College in Williamsburg, VA, with her major: Associates of Applied Science, Minor: Dental Hygiene. She has been in the dental field for about 14 years, and her favorite thing about dentistry is "I love educating patients on oral hygiene, and like to make patients feel more confident about their smile after a cleaning." Her hobbies include going out on the boat, shopping, and spending time with her twin boys.
Kari, RDH
Kari is originally from Texas. Her education includes an Associate of Science degree, a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, and an Associate of Dental Hygiene degree from North Carolina. Her favorite part of dentistry is "helping patients have an awesome smile". Her hobbies includes spending time with her family and she is an avid video gamer.
Brianda
Brianda was born in Madrid, Spain. It was in Spain that she attended elementary and high school. She also attended the Conservatory of Art and Dance for 5 years and became a Ballet dancer and teacher. She later attended the 96th Dental Squadron American Red Cross Dental Assisting Program. With over 22 years of dental experience, her favorite thing about Dentistry is the hustle and bustle of dentistry “it can get crazy!”, the chance to work with people, and getting to help patients. She enjoys movies and music, likes swimming, and traveling. She also loves spending time with her family and furbaby (her dog)!
Laura
Laura was born in Mexico and moved to South Carolina when she was nine years old. She later met her husband in South Carolina and it was through his military career that the two of them were able to travel and explore beautiful locations, including Florida. She graduated from the Fortis Institute in 2023 and has long-term dentistry goals of pursuing Dental Hygiene. She enjoys "Taking care of our patients, assisting them in achieving beautiful a smile, and picking up new dental knowledge along the way. Being a part of an office with such a welcoming and committed staff makes me proud." Out of office, she enjoys spending time with her husband and her two furbabies (a Golden Retriever & a Chihuahua/Rat Terrier). She also likes crafting, making decorative chocolate-covered fruits, and working out.
Renee
Renee grew up in Los Alamos, New Mexico. She obtained her Certified Dental Assistant certification from Central New Mexico Community College. Her favorite thing about dentistry and her position is “having the opportunity to meet patients and help them achieve the smile they have always wanted”! She has 13 years of experience in the field of dentistry. Her hobbies include playing volleyball, watching NFL football (Go Bucs!), traveling, and trying out new restaurants.
Andrea
Andrea was born on Clark Air Force Base in the Philippines. She has been in the dental field for 15 years, starting as a dental assistant and transitioning to the front office. She had left the Dental field for three years but found her way back due to her love for the career and the patients. She has 3 amazing sons, 2 awesome daughter-in-laws, and two beautiful granddaughters. In 2023, she moved from Virginia to Florida to marry her high school sweetheart back home here in Crestview. She loves to read and sightsee with her husband.
Oslo aka "Ozzy"
Ozzy was enrolled in off-the-leash obedience training with the company: Off Leash K9 Training 30A. He has been working with our Front Office staff and his favorite aspect of dentistry is currently making his dental team smile, so they can pass on those smiles to our patients! His hobbies include finding mushrooms, yard zoomies, and chasing his feline siblings Djinn Djinn and Keekee!