Southern Roots Dental of Louisiana Dr. Julie Simpson and Dr. Sarah Gregory Open New Practice
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OBODY JUST LOVES TO GO TO THE DENTIST. Unless, of course, they are going to see Dr. Sarah Gregory and Dr. Julie Simpson at Southern Roots Dental of Louisiana. These two have recently opened a practice in the heart of Monroe on North 18th Street. After working together, the two local ladies knew that they would like to have the opportunity to open their own practice, where they could fully oversee every aspect of patient care. Sarah Hummel Gregory is a native of Monroe and grew up in the dental community. “It is something that I have always wanted to do,” said Sarah. “It is in my blood…literally.” Sarah’s dad is Dr. Glenn Hummel, a local orthodontist, who has been practicing in the community for over 30 years. Both Sarah and Julie graduated from LSU Dental School in New Orleans, and moved to North Louisiana to begin their career. “After some discussion, we had this vision of opening our own practice that is truly about the patient,” said Julie. “We wanted to create something that is different. Something comfortable for the patient, where when they walk in the door, they feel like they are visiting with family or old friends.” And that is just what Southern Roots Dental is. From the moment you step foot in the door, you are greeted with Julie and Sarah’s own southern roots – beautiful black and white family photos of parents and grandparents. You can grab a drink from the beverage bar and relax in the soothing waiting room. Each exam room even features a painting from local artist, Margaret Ann Becton Cox. “We truly thought of each aspect, from the way we schedule patients to the color of the paint,” said Sarah. “Our practice is very patient centered and that is important to us.” Southern Roots Dental offers a variety of preventive, restorative and cosmetic procedures. The preventive services include comprehensive exams, dental emergencies, oral cancer screenings, digital imaging, children’s dental care, sports guards, TMJ therapy and cleanings. Restorative dentistry can help to care for patients who suffer from common oral health problems and includes dental crowns, bridgework, fillings, tooth extractions, dentures and implants. Cosmetic dentistry can help achieve a dazzling smile and make positive changes to your teeth for an aesthetically pleasing smile. They offer in-office whitening, as well as Juvéderm and Botox. Sarah and Julie are excited to open one of the only women owned dental partnership in our community, and they invite you to join their Southern Roots Dental family!
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