Hope
Clinic Administrator
Hope has been a part of the Hood Dental Care team since 1994. As the Clinic Administrator, she oversees all aspects of the offices and personnel. Her 24 years of experience have taught her that nothing is more important than the people she is allowed to touch every day. Her main concern as the Clinic Administrator is that the overall experience at Hood Dental Care is a great one! In her spare time, she loves spending time at the beach, enjoys her church family at Healing Place Church and living a healthy lifestyle through proper nutrition and exercise. She is the mother of two grown married children, but most of all she is super blessed with four beautiful grandchildren who mean the world to her.
Raquel
Office Manager- Denham Springs
Raquel joined the Hood Dental Care team in August 2013. Her passion and dedication in her team and patients is her number one priority. She strives to make a personal connection with each and every person she meets. Outside of work, Raquel enjoys spending quality time with her family and her dogs. She also loves fishing, boating, and attending Saints football games. She looks forward to meeting you and helping to shape your great experiences here at Hood Dental Care.
Blair
Hygienist
Blair joined the Hood Dental Care team as a full-time hygienist in September 2017. She has worked as a dental hygienist since graduating from LSU’s School of Dentistry in 2012. Blair enjoys being an oral health advocate and making dental visits enjoyable and educational for all patients. Blair is a huge LSU baseball fan and loves animals. She is engaged to get married in November 2018!
Kaycee
Hygienist
Kaycee joined the Hood Dental Care team as a full-time hygienist in June 2017. She has worked as a dental hygienist since graduating from LSU’s School of Dentistry in 2011. She enjoys helping her patients achieve a healthy smile by promoting total oral health. In her free time, Kaycee enjoys spending time with her family and friends, cooking, being outdoors, and traveling.
Addie
Denham Springs Office Manager
Addie joined Hood Dental Care in September of 2017. She has 11 years dental experience and enjoys helping people regain their confidence with a beautiful smile. In her free time she enjoys kayaking, shopping, and watching LSU football and baseball. She is the mother of a wonderful son, and is married to her high school sweetheart.
Makenna
Hygienist
Makenna joined the Hood Dental Care team as a full-time hygienist in June 2019 after graduating from ULM with her Bachelor of Science Degree in Dental Hygiene. She intends to create a supportive and comfortable treatment environment for patients, while providing comprehensive care. As a new wife, Makenna is learning to cook! She also loves tidying her house, playing sports, and spending time with friends and family.
Brenna
Brenna joined the Hood Dental Care team as a full-time hygienist in June 2020 after graduating from LSU with her Bachelor of Science Degree in Dental Hygiene. She intends to provide a comfortable and enjoyable environment for patients, while providing optimal preventive care. Brenna is a big saints fan and in her spare time she likes to go on boat rides with her family and friends.
Caitlin Ortego
Caitlin joined the Hood Dental Care team as a full-time hygienist in June 2020 after graduating from LSUHSC School of Dentistry. She is passionate about providing comprehensive care while creating a positive atmosphere for all patients! In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, shopping, and listening to any and all kinds of music.