Meet Your Friendly Dental Team – Vero Beach, FL

Qualified, Friendly, & Motivated

Our skilled team not only includes highly experienced administrators, assistants, and hygienists, but dental technicians as well. This is a rarity in the dental world, but Ocean Oaks Dental Group of Vero Beach is committed to only providing the best service for our patients, so we hire the best people! Everyone at our dental practice is ready to make your dental care as easy and comfortable as possible, and to start getting to know them, read on below.

Erin
Office Manager, Treatment Coordinator & Dental Hygienist

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Erin was born in Ft. Lauderdale and grew up in Georgia and Virginia. She earned her Dental Assisting Certificate in 1995 and graduated with honors as a Registered Dental Hygienist in 2007. She returned to her home state of Florida in December 2017 and joined Ocean Oaks Dental Group in May 2019. In late 2020, Erin took over the exciting role of Patient Coordinator/Office Manager for our dental office. She enjoys helping patients achieve the smiles of their dreams from their first phone call to their initial visit and throughout their treatment. In her free time, Erin enjoys spending time with her husband & dogs, kayaking, paddleboarding, hiking and traveling.

Mason
Front Office Supervisor

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Mason grew up in Rhode Island and moved to Vero Beach in 2016. Her passion for dentistry ignited when she became a patient at Ocean Oaks Dental Group. Discovering Clear Correct piqued her interest in the dental field, leading her to join the team in 2018. Following her initial inspiration, she expanded her education and became a certified dental assistant, further solidifying her commitment to the profession. Her favorite part of the job is watching patients transform as they become more confident about their smiles. While not in the dental office, Mason spends her days enjoying time with her husband and children on the water.

Kimberlee
Financial Administrator

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Kimberlee is from Richmond, Virginia. She brought her expertise from Armstrong Accounting Services Inc. to Ocean Oaks Dental Group of Vero Beach starting in 2015, and she ensures that our dental office runs smoothly. She and her husband, Mike, live in Vero Beach with their two dogs and two cats—their adult daughter lives in Tampa. A former competitive triathlete, Kimberlee has completed three half-marathons to date. When relaxing, she likes to read, meditate, and she is currently learning how to garden.

Jocy
Dental Assistant & Front Desk Associate

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Jocy, a Vero Beach native, has been a dedicated dental professional since 2014 and joined Ocean Oaks Dental Group in 2021. She graduated from Indian River State College and holds certifications in expanded functions, radiology, and nitrous oxide. Outside of her work, Jocy enjoys spending quality time with her husband, Matt, their son, and their recently arrived daughter. The family loves sports, particularly baseball and football, as well as spending time at the beach and traveling. Jocy values the close-knit, family-like environment at Ocean Oaks and brings her dedication and warmth to both her professional and personal life.

Roxanne
Dental Hygienist

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Roxanne moved to Vero Beach from Union Grove, WI in 1975, graduating from Vero Beach High School in 1978. Roxanne earned her dental assisting degree in 1989 and her dental hygiene degree in 1993. Roxanne enjoys spending time with her family. Her other interests include fitness, gardening, baking, stained glass, photography, and travel.

Clare
Dental Hygienist

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Clare was born in Niagara Falls, NY and grew up in Vero Beach. While working at Ocean Oaks as a dental assistant, she pursued a career in dental hygiene at Florida State College in Jacksonville. There, she was President of her Dental Hygiene class. Today, Clare loves being able to positively contribute to the oral and systemic health of our patients. Away from the office, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, attending sporting events, golfing, boating and relaxing at the beach.

Emily
Dental Hygienist

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Emily was born and raised in Upstate New York and moved to Vero Beach in 2018 to be near family. Emily was previously a dental assistant before returning to school for dental hygiene at Indian River State College. She joined Ocean Oaks Dental Group in 2023. Currently, Emily is pursuing her Bachelor's degree in dental hygiene at St. Petersburg College. She enjoys spending time with her two Goldendoodles, Brie and Murphy, going to the beach, golfing & traveling.

Allie
Dental Assistant

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Allie was born and raised in the Vero Beach area. She attended school at Indian River State College and graduated from the dental assisting program in 2014, receiving her certifications in radiology, Nitrous Oxide, and Expanded functions. She chose dentistry as a career pathway as she has a great passion for serving others by helping to improve their oral health. Outside of dentistry, Allie spends most of her time with her family. She has two daughters that are her world. Their interests include going to the movies, theme parks, reading books, and exploring new places. When Allie has free time she enjoys going to the gym and staying active.

Lori
Dental Assistant

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Lori has lived in Vero Beach for most of her life. She graduated from Indian River State College in 1986 with an Associates in Science degree in Dental Assisting Technology and Management. She joined Ocean Oaks Dental Group of Vero Beach in 2020 and brings 35 years of dental experience to our dental office. She got married in 1986 and has one daughter. When Lori is not at the dental office, she likes to travel in her camper, enjoy various water sports such as scuba diving, or spend time with her family. She is also a big animal lover and has had many different pets, including snakes, fish, birds, rabbits, chickens, squirrels, and plenty of cats and dogs.

Nanci
Dental Assistant

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Nanci has been a dental assistant for over 25 years and truly has a passion for dentistry. She enjoys working with patients and being part of transforming patients to having healthy, happy smiles. She began her journey in dentistry in 1993 and knew immediately this was the path for her. As a Florida native, growing up in Palm Beach County, she loves the outdoors. Running, swimming, paddle boarding and cooking are her passions. She has a soft spot for rescue dogs and plans to continue helping those in need.

Jenna
Dental Assistant & Lab Technician

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Jenna was born in Sykesville, Maryland and raised in Port Saint Lucie, Florida. She graduated from Indian River State College in 2022 with her A.S. in Dental Assisting Technology and Management. Jenna discovered her passion for the Dental Lab industry after completing her education, and now serves as our In-House Lab Technician. In her spare time, she likes to unwind on the beach, work out at the gym, and tend to her farm at home.

Cody
Lab Technician

Cody is currently studying at Florida Institute of Technology, working toward his B.S. in Biomedical Sciences to become a dentist. Along the way, he’s developed impressive skills as a lab technician and has extensive experience with 3D modeling and CAD/CAM design. Outside of his academic and dental pursuits, Cody enjoys building computers, gaming, and traveling. He also likes spending quality time with his girlfriend and close friends, whether they’re hanging out or off on an adventure together.

Emi
Brand Advisor

Emi is currently a high school senior who loves to help with marketing, social media, and graphic design. She’s a valuable part of Ocean Oaks, where she assists with Facebook and Instagram posts, always bringing creativity and fresh ideas to the table. Outside of school, Emi enjoys diving into character and interior design, and spending time gaming online with her friends. Whether it’s in her creative projects or her hobbies, Emi is always looking for new ways to express her artistic side.