Meet Our Dental Assisting School Team – Claremore, OK
Experienced Instructors Focused on Your Success
Do you want to learn from experienced instructors who are focused on your success? Our team has an average of more than 20 years of experience each. They know the ins and outs of their field, and they are well-familiar with how to pass on their knowledge in a digestible manner that isn’t overwhelming. They enjoy getting to know new students at our Claremore dental assisting school, and they would be pleased to get to know you as well! Take a look at their biographies below to learn a few key details about the members of our expert team.
Dr. Lori Hare, Dentist
Dr. Hare grew up around dentistry thanks to her orthodontic assistant mother. The doctor she worked for encouraged Dr. Hare to go to dental school, and today, she has been a passionate member of the field for over 30 years. After graduating from the OU College of Dentistry and completing her residency, she opened her practice in 1994. She rigorously pursued continuing education throughout the years and has Fellowship Status in the Academy of General Dentistry. She is currently working on becoming a Fellow with the American Academy of Clear Aligners and earning her certification in myofunctional therapy.
Early in her career, Dr Hare along with her business partner, Dr Billie Reeder, realized the need for well trained dental assistants. This led to Dr Hare and Dr Reeder establishing Green Country School of Dental Assisting.
A Tulsa native, Dr. Hare is married with two adult sons (with the oldest being an orthodontist). Her interests outside of dentistry include interior design and working out/cooking to optimize her overall health.
Dr. Billie Reeder, Dentist
Dr. Reeder began her nearly 40-year career in dentistry as an assistant, and she eventually went on to get a degree in dental hygiene before ultimately graduating from the OU College of Dentistry. Whether she is serving patients or teaching up-and-coming dental assistants, her favorite thing in the world is to make a positive impact on people’s lives.
Dr. Reeder and her husband, Tony, have a daughter, two dogs, a cat, as well as an adorable grand puppy. They travel to Grand Lake often to relax at their cabin, and back home, you’ll often find Dr. Reeder working outside in her flower beds.
Sandy, Director/ Instructor
Sandy has been a part of the dental world for over 20 years, and she loves helping our students discover the fulfilling and interesting world of dentistry. She completed her initial training through the Green Country School of Dental Assisting, and she now has her certification in Expanded Functions.
Originally from Claremore, Sandy and her husband have been married for over 35 years, and they have three grown children. On the weekends, she likes to go camping, read, and spend time with family.
Myra, Instructor
Myra is a 30+ year dental veteran, and she has dedicated her career to making true connections with her patients in order to deliver a better kind of dental experience. As one of our instructors, she strives to pass on the skills she has refined over the decades directly to our students.
Myra has two grown children and four adorable grandchildren. She likes to go camping and spend a lot of time with family, and she loves to visit Wyoming and hopes to make it her home someday.
Scheneista, Instructor
Scheneista is always excited to share everything she has learned over her 15+ year career in dentistry so her students can have their “ah-ha!” moment where everything clicks. She was trained at GCSDA and worked as a general dental assistant before finding her passion in oral surgery and earning her DAANCE (Dental Assistant Anesthesia National Certification Exam) certification. She worked her way up to becoming the lead assistant and frequently helped with major jaw reconstruction surgeries at the hospital.
Originally from Claremore, Scheneista is married with a young son. Most of her weekends are dedicated to attending, helping, and traveling to his various sporting events, and she also likes to try new recipes, visit new restaurants, and be active in her church.
Erin, Business Administration/ Assistant
Erin loves interacting with her patients and students, and she has been dental assisting for well over a decade so far. She attended Tulsa Community College and received her training from GCSDA, and she now has certifications in radiology, nitrous oxide sedation, and coronal polishing.
Erin and her husband, Aaron, have two children, Riley and Brayden. She often visits Riley, who is currently attending the University of Arkansas, and spends her weekends cheering on Brayden during his baseball games.
Wendy, Instructor
Wendy has been a dental assistant for over 20 years and taught at GCSDA for more than 15, so she has a wealth of practical experience to share with our students. She attended Rogers State and has certifications in radiology, coronal polishing, nitrous oxide sedation, and dental sealants.
Wendy has been married for over 25 years and has one adult daughter as well as three dogs. When they aren’t spending time with family, she and her husband like to take their jeep into the mountains of Colorado.