YOUR ASSISTANTS
Jill
Jill has been a part of the team at Southwest Family Dentistry since 2008. She truly enjoys helping our patients feel comfortable and cared for. Outside of work she loves spending time with her family especially her grandbabies who are her heart. She is an active member in her church community and enjoys relaxing on the water boating.
Tabatha
Tabatha’s career in dental assisting began in 2001. Her many years of experience is a true testament of her passion and knowledge for dentistry, which is displayed through every job that she performs. Although Tab has an exceptional eye for aesthetics, her duties extend beyond merely cosmetic dentistry. Tabatha “Holds down the fort” so to speak and is our “Go-to girl” for not only leading our clinical team and guiding them through any challenge they may face, but also troubleshooting hardware/software obstacles, and implementing ideas for improving our practice and our patient’s experiences in achieving a beautiful smile. When she isn’t at work, she enjoys spending time with her family and soaking up the sun poolside.
Ally
Ally has been a dedicated dental assistant since 2023. Ally was hired from her externship through Santa Fe College at our office. Ally brings a warm and caring presence to every patient interaction. She enjoys creating a comfortable and positive experience for those in the dental chair and takes pride in helping create beautiful smiles. Outside the office, she loves spending time on the water, whether it’s on a river or the ocean and making memories with friends and family. Her easygoing nature and strong work ethic make her a valued part of the practice.
Nikki
Nikki has been a dental assistant since 2022, she graduated with her EFDA certificate from The University of Florida. She loves being part of a team that helps people feel confident about their smiles. She always brings kindness, laughter and a positive spirit wherever she goes. When not at work you can find her on the water with the family or reading a good book.
YOUR HYGIENISTS
Whitney
Whitney has been a dental hygienist since 2005. She is exceptionally detail oriented and thorough. Whitney and her husband love raising their 2 daughters in Lake City. They spend most of their spare time watching their girls play volleyball. One of their favorite places to visit is St. Augustine Beach. Whitney’s favorite part about her job is getting to know her patients and treating them like family.
Kelly
Kelly has been a hygienist since 2004. She thoroughly enjoys getting to know her patients and helping them maintain beautiful, healthy smiles! Kelly brings bright and fun energy to the office. She loves spending time with her family and all five of her granddaughters! On her free time, you can find her doing yoga or on her next travel adventure!
YOUR FRONT OFFICE COORDINATORS
Natalie
Natalie brings a wealth of experience and a lifelong passion for dentistry to our front office team. A graduate of Santa Fe College, she worked as a dental hygienist from 2005 to 2020. After a hand & back injury required her to step away from clinical work, Natalie briefly explored medical coding but quickly realized how much she missed the dental field. Now, she’s one of the welcoming and knowledgeable faces at the front desk, helping patients feel at ease from the moment they walk in.
Outside the office, Natalie is a devoted wife to her husband William and a proud mom to her two boys, Knox and Lincoln. She’s also an exceptionally talented baker and cook, best known for her homemade sourdough. On weekends, you’ll often find her in the kitchen or on the sidelines of a soccer field cheering on her boys.
Dilara
Dilara has been a dental assistant since 2014. She brings a genuine passion for both the clinical and administrative aspects of dental care. She is known for a friendly voice on the phone and a welcoming presence in our practice. Outside the office, she loves spending time with her family at the beach along with her doggy Roxi. Her dedication to patient care and warm personality helps make every visit to our office a pleasant one.