About the Team
Dr. George is justifiably proud of his team and is pleased to have each introduce herself to you.
Arline
I’m Arline—My history in this office started as a patient of Dr. George.
One day 13 years ago, I got a strange phone call and it went something like this: " Hi Arline this is Maria from Dr. George’s office. We are in need of a front office person to answer the phones for a couple of days and we were wondering if you might be interested in giving us a hand." Needless to say, I’m still here and it has been wonderful. Looking back to realize how things have progressed in that time, I now know why I stayed more than a couple of days.
Dawn
Hi my name is Dawn—I have been a dental assistant for 14 years, four of which have been with Dr. George. In conversation with other staff members and patients, I freely express that this is the best office I have ever worked at, and I truly believe that. What I enjoy most is the close interaction with the patients. In addition to being a chair side assistant, I am also a patient-care consultant. If you have any concerns or questions about dental treatment, I am always available to answer them for you.
Dee
My name is Denise but I go by “Dee”—I have been in the dental field for 20 years and at Dr. George’s office for two years. In combination with working at this office, I volunteer in the community, providing dental services for the underserved. I am experienced as a dental assistant, as well as in front desk administration. My goal as a financial coordinator at this office is to help patients find creative ways to afford quality dental care.
Maria
Hi, my name is Maria—I have been a dental assistant for 30 years, 27 of them at this office. I started to work for Dr. George’s father, Dr. Joseph George, in 1979 and have been here ever since. I love my job and enjoy working with people very much. I couldn’t imagine working at another office. Everyone here feels like family, and that is how we think of our patients. I am also your patient care consultant. I am here to assist you with any concerns or questions you may have about your dental work.
Marie
My name is Marie—I am part of Dr. George’s dental hygiene team. I have worked in the dental field for 28 years. I graduated from a dental assisting program in 1979. While working as a dental assistant, I realized I wanted to be more directly involved in patient care and expand my knowledge of dentistry. I went on to dental hygiene school and graduated in 1996. I have worked in a periodontal specialty practice, as well as a pediatric practice, but my favorite place to work is a family general dentistry practice. I have had the pleasure of working with Dr. George and his staff for the past five years. I enjoy helping my patients attain better oral health, as well as getting to know them and their families. I am always looking to take continuing education to find better ways to do things. Some people say I am “over enthusiastic,” I say I love my job and I love what I do.
Pat
Hi I’m Pat—My career in dentistry started 14 years ago with one of those life changing moments. The old cliché, things happen for the best, certainly is true for me. After being laid off from the corporate world, I went back to school to pursue a degree in dental hygiene. I graduated and was licensed in 1993. Right out of school, I started working for Dr. George and his team and have not looked back since. I think it is great how this office keeps up to date with all the new technology and procedures. The variety of patients I see weekly keeps dental hygiene a wonderfully challenging profession. I truly feel our patients are offered the best treatment possible.
Lisa
My name is Lisa. I am the newest member of Dr. George’s team. I have had the pleasure of working with Dr. George and his welcoming staff for one and a half years. My career in dentistry began as a certified dental assistant. After assisting for two years, I then decided I wanted to have a more active roll in patient care, so I went back to school and graduated as a dental hygienist. I truly enjoy the one-on-one interaction I am able to have with patients at this office. After treating many of the same patients several times over a period of almost two years, I can now see the results of improved oral healthcare in my patients. I find that a very rewarding feeling.