Meet The Team
Mary
Dental Assistant
Mary is originally from Danville, KY and started dental assisting in 1987 at an office in Louisville where she worked for over 30 years. She says that even though she lived in Louisville for many years that you “can take the girl out of the country, but can’t take the country out of the girl”!
Mary tried to retire from assisting in 2021, but loved being around patients so much she had to come back! Mary moved to Jeffersonville in 2020 and started working at this practice in 2021 after a few months of “retirement”. Mary loves how dentistry makes people smile when they see the outcome of their treatment! She enjoys spending her free time outdoors camping and gardening, and with her five grandchildren.
Pam
Dental Hygienist
Pam has known she wanted to be a dental hygienist since she was 6 years old! She is now approaching 50 years in this profession and has loved each year. The office was lucky to have Pam join the team in 2020. She finds joy in building relationships with her patients and has a special few that have followed her to multiple practices! Pam is dedicated to her profession and teaching her patients the connection between oral healh and total body health.
Years ago, Pam experienced body and joint pain due to ergonomic issues from the repetitive motions of practicing dental hygiene. Pam began searching for a solution so that she could continue practicing the profession she loves. Pam found that embracing natural health and energy medicine enabled her to remain active and vibrant. She has since expanded her education and knowledge of energy medicine to help herself and others.
Pam now practices hygiene part-time to spend more time with her husband, Ron, on their 20-acre farm with their pets - a yellow lab named Chief, and two cats Paulie and Molly. They also enjoy travelling and frequent visits to their cabin on Nolin Lake. Pam says that her greatest blessing is her three grandchildren Colton, Carter, and Blakely. She and Ron host a “GramP CamP” for them every summer on their farm where the children can spend the week playing, exploring and swimming!
Patti
Business Administrator and Insurance Specialist
Patti has been at the practice for a little over two years, but has worked in dentistry for the past 30 years! She’s especially skilled in accounting, insurance coordination, and scheduling.
Patti was born in Louisville and has lived in the area all her life. She has a love for all animals and has a collection of critters living at her house – ask her about them when you call the office! She says her favorite animal is her pet chinchillas! Patti is very artistic and loves decorating and crafting. Her favorite food is anything chocolate and her motto is “life is short, eat dessert first!”
Kimberly
Business Administrator
Kimberly joined our team in May 2024. Behind her warm smile is a dedicated professional who is passionate about getting to know each of our patients and ensuring they receive outstanding service and attention from our front office team.
Originally from Lebanon, KY, Kimberly spent most of her college years in Louisville before getting married in 2017 and moving to Florida. She returned to Indiana in 2024 with her husband and son, and is happy to be back closer to home.
Kimberly has a love for dark chocolate, steak, and crab. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, swimming, traveling, and, most of all, spending quality time with her family and friends.
Claudia
Expanded Duties Dental Assistant
Claudia started working at this office in May 2024. Originally from Paoli, Indiana, Claudia attended Carris college in Jeffersonville to receive her certification as an Expanded Duties Dental Assistant (EDDA). One of Claudia’s favorite things to do at work is place fillings for patients! She also loves staying up-to-date on the latest trends and materials through continuing education! Claudia always has a smile on her face at the office and loves to chat with patients to put them at ease.
Claudia is VERY crafty and can make just about anything – balloon arches, vinyl signs, and sewing projects! She even makes the personalized T-shirts you’ll see the team wear around the office. When Claudia is away from the office, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, and you may see her serving at the Clarksville Longhorns Steakhouse on the weekends.
Emily
Emily graduated from the University of Southern Indiana in 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Dental Hygiene. She knew she wanted to become a hygienist when she realized that the first thing she notices when meeting someone new is their smile! Her favorite part of the job is creating new relationships with her patients and helping them achieve their dental goals!
Emily lives in Corydon, Indiana with her husband, Weston, and their two dogs, Frank & Gus. She enjoys traveling, reading, watching sports and baking with sourdough. She is just beginning her journey in plants & gardening so be sure to give her any tips & tricks you may have!
Leonda
Leonda started working at the practice in 2024 before receiving her Doctorate in Public Health from the University of Louisville! Shortly after, she took up a clinical teaching position at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry. Leonda loves treating patients in a private practice setting, and still comes in to see patients when she has time away from the dental school! She has been working as a hygienist for 10 years and enjoys educating patients about effective methods for optimal oral health. Patients are always very complimentary on how thorough her cleanings are! She enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, comedy, and good food (especially authentic Mexican!).
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"I never write reviews but I had to this time! Dr. Julia Jenkins Dawson and her staff are truly in the business of helping people. I’m so happy I finally found a dentist I can trust to give me honest feedback, affordable solutions and ease-of-mind from start to finish! Her and her staff’s expertise, friendliness and efficiency really make going to the dentist as pain-free as possible. Never thought I’d look forward to going back to the dentist like I do now! Great work!"
"Dr. Jenkins Dawson is professional, detail oriented, and friendly. My family and I have used her as our dentist for years and have only good things to say. A doctor you can trust and relax around. Highly recommend."
"Dr. Julia Jenkins Dawson and her staff are great. Very friendly and professional. They make the dental experience very comfortable and easy. Leonda is the best hygienist I’ve ever had. She was so thorough. I’ve never had my teeth cleaned so well!"
"Dr. Jenkins Dawson is kind and compassionate, and takes the time to talk to and work with each patient. I have been very happy with her work and professionalism, and would recommend her to anyone!"