Airelle – Registered Dental Hygienist
Airelle received her Bachelors in Dental Hygiene at the LSU School of Dentistry in New Orleans. She has worked for Dr. Theriot since 2020. One thing she finds remarkably satisfying about her job is helping patients feel comfortable in the dental chair.
Airelle and her husband were married in 2020. They now have two children, a girl and a boy, as well as a golden doodle named Leroy. When Airelle isn’t at the office, she loves to hang out with family and friends.
Lele – Registered Dental Hygienist
Lele grew up in a Lao family with two hardworking parents and two older siblings. Because she didn’t have access to dental care growing up, she naturally gravitated toward the dental field. She aspires to provide quality dental care and superb service to all patients.
When she isn’t working, Lele enjoys working out and spending time with her family, including watching “Wheel of Fortune” with her dad.
Katie – Dental Hygienist
Katie has been a dental hygienist since 2013. Originally from Erath, LA., she did her schooling at the University of Louisiana, Lafayette, and the LSU Health Sciences Center School of Dentistry.
She has always been interested in teeth, and her mother swears she was in love with her childhood dentist. That may have been a factor as well. One thing about work she finds particularly satisfying is scaling thick calculus. In fact, she been told she “digs for gold!”
“It’s a beautiful thing to see someone go from being terrified and nervous sitting in the dental chair to being completely relaxed. I love making connections with my patients and forming lifelong relationships with them. My patients and I have laughed, cried, prayed, and shared so many life events over the years. They are what keep me going.”
Three things she loves about her job are….
-There is nothing more satisfying than stunning before and afters!
-I love seeing a patient’s confident smile after having work done.
-It is a beautiful feeling knowing I was a part of that.
Katie is married with a little girl and a lab named Pepper. When she isn’t working, she loves spending time with her family, especially her baby girl. Her hope is that her daughter will be proud of the work she does and how committed she is to her patients’ oral and overall health.
In Katie’s spare time, she enjoys cooking with her husband, arranging fresh flowers, attending Bible studies with her ACTS sisters and close friends, and traveling. Her Catholic faith is very important to her.
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.
Alyssa – Expanded Duty Dental Assistant
Originally from Catahoula, Louisiana, Alyssa has been with our team since 2016 and is the main assistant for Dr. Daigle. When asked about her time with Dr. Daigle she said, “I’ve been working with Dr Daigle for 8 out of the 10 years I’ve been here and feel so lucky to get to work next to her. We make a great team and we laugh and joke throughout the day!” Her favorite things about her job include making her patients happier with their smiles, as well as knowing she works with a great team who make coming to work a joy.
Alyssa is very close to her family and has two nephews who she loves spending time with. She treasures her role as the crazy aunt. She also has a gorgeous calico cat, Rosie. When Alyssa isn’t working, she loves to start her mornings before work with a Pilates class! She also enjoys reading, cooking (which has her constantly thinking about her next meal), and is addicted to pickleball. Any free time she has is usually spent on the pickleball court.
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.
Tobilyn – Dental Assistant
Tobilyn was born in Opelousas, Louisiana, but was raised in Lafayette, Louisiana. She was part of the Health Academy at Lafayette High School for 3 years. Her senior year she graduated from Rayne High School. After graduation she went to college at SLCC where she graduated with an Associates of Biological Sciences and an Associates of General Studies. She also studied at the Accelerated Dental Assisting Academy where she received certifications in Dental Radiography, CPR, and Dental Assisting.
Getting braces is what first interested Tobilyn in the dental field. Originally, she wanted to be an orthodontist but decided instead to pursue being a dental hygienist. She’s starting off as a dental assistant to gain experience as she studies further.
When asked what motivates her to come to work each day, Tobilyn said, “I love being in a job where I am constantly learning. It makes me a better dental assistant. Most of all I love seeing patients feel better after getting their teeth fixed or cleaned. Also, you can’t beat a new pair of scrubs!” Getting to work at Theriot Family Dental Care is a full circle moment for her. She remembers being a patient in the dental chair and telling one of the employees how she planned on working in the dental field.
In her spare time, Tobilyn loves walking in the park and has a special interest in dinosaurs and other animals. Her family is quite close and they look forward to spending time together every chance they get.
Mary Gail – Dental Assistant
Originally from Auburn, Alabama, Gail graduated from the Lafayette Dental Assistant School and is enjoying living in this area. “I feel loved and protected when I encounter the Cajun community. I have never experienced a culture quite like this, and I love it all.”
Gail loves her job because she can learn new and exciting things all day. Two of her favorite procedures are Zoom Whitening and dental crowns because they both give such satisfying results.
In her spare time, Gail enjoys music and spending time with friends. She has a beautiful wife she married in 2023. They have two dogs, Cheerio and Spoons, and a cat named Mama Pasta. They love to spend time together by taking their dogs to the park, as well as going hiking, and swimming.
Rachel – Front Desk
Rachel has lived in Youngsville her entire life. She’s worked here since 2002. Two years earlier she married the love of her life. Together they have two children and a dog. When asked what motivates her to come to work she said, her family, and knowing that her job helps patients overcome their fear of the dentist and get a beautiful smile.
When not working, Rachel enjoys camping, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.
Amy – Insurance Coordinator
Amy has worked the front desk since 2002. Originally from Youngsville, she has lived in Erath for the last 27 years. After having a baby and working in retail with crazy hours and late nights, she decided to look for a new career path and landed on the dental industry. The stable working hours appealed to her and she was delighted to discover that she ended up really enjoying the job.
Amy loves getting to know patients. One of her favorite things is seeing patients excited about their new smile and the confidence it gives them.
Married for over two decades to her husband Shane, they have three children: Braydon, Bennett, and Bailey. Braydon graduated from UL Lafayette with a Biology Degree in May of 2025 and currently works at Lafayette General. Bennett graduated from Erath High and will be attending UL Lafayette starting the fall of 2026, majoring in Biology with plans to pursue a Marine Biology Degree. Bailey is entering her senior year at Erath High School. Their family has a dog named Eva, a cat named Shadow, and a turtle named Squirtle.
When not working, Amy loves reading, watching her kids play soccer, family game nights, as well as watching movie and game shows.
Lori – Director of Operations & Patient Care
What began as a temporary job while Lori attended nursing school quickly turned into the career she truly loves. She discovered a passion for helping patients navigate the emotional, financial, and clinical aspects of dentistry, with a special heart for those who struggle with dental anxiety.
Lori believes some of the biggest victories happen before treatment ever begins. Often, the hardest step is making that first phone call. By listening to patients’ concerns and guiding them through what to expect, she helps them find the confidence to walk through the door and realize they are capable of more than they thought possible. Through options like oral conscious sedation and a team committed to exceptional patient care, Lori loves helping patients transform from hiding their smiles to proudly sharing them with the world.
Lori loves Youngsville where a handshake still means something, neighbors wave as they pass by, and you know the cashier at the grocery store by name. Even as the area continues to grow and welcome new families, its culture and traditions remain deeply rooted in the community.
Outside of the office, Lori enjoys life with her husband, Dominic, bonus daughter, Eva, and their daughter, Josette. She loves antiquing, traveling, spending time in their backyard farm with her chickens, and making memories with the people she loves most.