Keisha – Registered Dental Hygienist
Keisha completed her bachelor’s degree in basic sciences from LSU and her bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene from LSUSD. She has been with our team for more than 14 years and works diligently each day to create the best possible experience for our patients. She loves the teamwork at our office.
Keisha and her husband, Stuart, have two children, Bennett and Kate. She enjoys spending time camping and fishing with her family, as well as running.
Rikki – Registered Dental Hygienist
Rikki has been with our team for over five years. She is a team player and is dedicated to providing excellent customer service. Her favorite thing about our office is her amazing coworkers!
Rikki and her husband have one son. Outside of the office she enjoys working out and spending time with her family.
In another life, I’m pretty sure I was… a talk show host… and a great one!
The best piece of advice I’ve ever been given is… be yourself.
My favorite comfort food is… cheeseburger with lots of bacon.
Celine – Registered Dental Hygienist
Celine has worked as a dental hygienist since 2024, after graduating from LSU Dental Hygiene School. She loves coming to work everyday. First, her co-workers are a dream, the kind of people you look forward to seeing. Plus, she gets to help patients learn more about oral health care and feel confident in their smile.
She and her fiancé are getting married in October. Together they have a black lab named Zep.
Mandy – Dental Assistant
Mandy joined our team in July 2017. She works with children to show them at an early age how important oral hygiene is and loves being able to help children when they feel nervous.
Cats or dogs? Dogs.
My favorite comfort food is… chocolate or cookies.
If I were a superhero, my superpower would be… shapeshifting.
Leah – Dental Assistant
Leah has been with our team for over nine years. She loves her coworkers and helps keeps our office running smoothly by ensuring we have all the materials and supplies we need.
Leah enjoys traveling with her family, reading a good story, cooking, and baking.
In another life, I’m pretty sure I was… part of the Royal Family.
If I won the lottery tomorrow, I’d… remodel my entire house!
If you were a pasta shape, what shape would you be and why? Bowtie because of the hourglass figure.
Alyssa – Dental Assistant
Alyssa has been with our team since 2017 and is the main assistant for Dr. Daigle. She enjoys making our patients happier with their smiles. They have a great team which makes coming to work a joy.
Alyssa is very close to her family and loves spending time with her husband, Blake, and their calico cat, Rosie. When Alyssa isn’t working, she loves working out, reading, and binge-watching her favorite shows on Netflix.
Cats or dogs? Both! Can’t pick just one.
My favorite comfort food is… spaghetti.
When I was 5, I was pretty sure I’d grow up to be… a veterinarian.
Paiton – Dental Assistant
Paiton has worked with us since 2019. She grew up in Youngsville. Paiton has one daughter and one dog. When she’s not working or taking care of them, her favorite thing to do is shop.
Ashlyn – Dental Assistant
Dentistry has always been a passion of Ashlyn’s since she was a child. “The satisfaction of restoring a patient’s faith in dentistry
and thriving to give everyone optimal care is a huge part of why I love this field,” Ashlyn said.
When she’s not caring for our patients, Ashlyn stays very busy with her two daughters who are nine years apart in age.
Katelynn – Dental Assistant
Katelynn graduated from Southwest Dental Assisting Academy. Her favorite thing about her job is helping patients become confident in their smiles. When she is not working, Katelynn loves to bake. She is also engaged and is the proud owner of two dogs and a cat.
Alexis – Insurance Coordinator
Alexis is an EDDA-certified dental assistant and has been with our team since 2009. A family member told her about an opening in our office, and she submitted her resume and began working as a dental assistant in our office that same day. She felt right at home from her first day with us and enjoys that our team has grown into a big family over the years, making it so wonderful to work here. Alexis married her high school sweetheart, with whom she has two daughters, ages 7 and 4. In her spare time, she enjoys getting together with friends and family and watching sports events.
In another life, I’m pretty sure I was… a Broadway star.
My favorite word in the English language is… supercalifragilisticexpialidocious.
When I was 5, I was pretty sure I’d be this when I grew up… a professional gymnast.
Inger – Patient Care Coordinator
Inger has been with our team for 11 ½ years. She enjoys being part of a team that works together so well and works hard each day to be the best she can be at her job.
Inger has a wonderful husband, Darren, and an awesome 17-year-old daughter, Madison. Outside of the office, she enjoys gardening and bargain shopping.
In another life, I’m pretty sure I was… a throwback from an earlier time.
If I won the lottery tomorrow, I’d… donate some, but I’d still watch how I spent my money.
My favorite word in the English language is… optimism.
Sonya – Office Administration
Sonya joined us from Gonsoulin Dentistry. After 17 years in a smaller practice, she transitioned easily into our practice. She earned her bachelor of science degree in business administration at UL. She answers patient’s questions and helps them manage their dental care. Sonya’s favorite thing about the practice is the feeling of family from both our patients and other staff members.
Sonya loves interior design and staycations at home with her family.
In another life, I’m pretty sure I was… a butterfly or a panther.
The best piece of advice I’ve ever been given is… Be patient and kind.
If I could invent a holiday, it would definitely involve… champagne.
Rachel – Patient Care Coordinator
Rachel joined Theriot Family Dental Care in 2017, bringing with her six years of experience from her time at Gonsoulin Dentistry. She loves that we are a large, fast-paced office that still maintains a mom and pop feel where you are not a number but a friend.
When Rachel isn’t working, she enjoys anything arts and crafts, fashion, thrift shopping, along with festivals and good food.
In another life, I’m pretty sure I was… a mermaid.
My favorite comfort food is… soup and sandwich.
Claire – Manager Assistant
Claire graduated from STM in 2016 and joined our team in 2018. Since then, she has completed her bachelor’s degree from the University of Louisiana, Lafayette in health services administration. She goes above and beyond to make sure our patients are comfortable and happy as soon as they walk through the door. Claire enjoys being able to work alongside sweet and happy people while seeing them help so many patients. We’re more than coworkers, we’re family. When she’s not working, Claire loves teaching dance and her favorite subject is dancing.
In another life, I’m pretty sure I was… a monkey at the zoo.
If I could invent a holiday, it would definitely involve… a Christmas tree (no matter what time of the year).
If you were a pasta shape, what shape would you be and why? A spiral noodle, because they are so cute and each can be different and hold so much flavor.
Tanya – Accounts & Insurance Manager
Tanya completed her degree as a certified nursing assistant in 2002 and has been with our team for 13 years. She ensures that our accounts are up-to-date and helps our patients get the most out of their insurance benefits. Tanya’s favorite part of our office is working together as a team to give our patients the best possible care.
Tanya and her husband Ryan have four children, Chloe, Brylee, Mia, and Parker.
If I won the lottery tomorrow, I’d… plan a family getaway.
The best piece of advice I’ve ever been given is… life is a journey, not a destination.
When I was 5, I was pretty sure I’d be this when I grew up… a baby doctor.
Gwen – Sedation & Patient Care Coordinator
Gwen started working in dental offices in 2000. At the time, she had no dental experience and was nervous about her ability to do the job. Here she is, two decades later with a true love for dentistry. One of Gwen’s favorite parts of her job is getting to know the patients. Helping patients with their fear is her number one priority. She loves being a part of what makes them comfortable in the dental chair.
When she’s not working, Gwen loves shopping, painting, cooking, and spending time with her friends and family. She and her husband, Barry, have been married since 1994. They have a daughter who just graduated from LSU School of Veterinary Medicine.