Registered Dental Assistant
Lauren Rowland
Lauren graduated from dental assisting school and joined Arkansas Family Dental in 2015. She enjoys applying her fresh, enthusiastic mindset to such a community-centric office. Lauren and her son, Sawyer, live in Benton, Arkansas with a dog, Murphy, and two cats, Gwendolyn and Harvey. She adores her son and enjoys traveling while fulfilling her son’s love for baseball.
Registered Dental Assistant
Raven Royal
Raven graduated from the Pulaski Technical College Dental Assisting program in 2011. Initially on a path to nursing, she discovered her true passion in dentistry, where she found great fulfillment in caring for patients and spreading smiles. Raven is deeply committed to ensuring each patient feels valued and well-cared for throughout their dental experience. Outside of work, she enjoys shopping, dining out, and watching movies.
Registered Dental Assistant
Alex Turner
Alex graduated from Eastern College in 2014 as a Registered Dental Assistant and has been a valued member of the Arkansas Family Dental team since March of 2020. As the Complex Case Specialist, she oversees IV sedation cases, implant cases, and “All on X” cases for all doctors. Her role includes scheduling and managing the inventory of all necessary supplies, ensuring each procedure is handled with precision and care.
Alex’s number one goal every day is to help people feel more confident in their smiles. When she’s not at work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and fur babies, staying active at the gym, and kayaking.
Registered Dental Assistant
Rachael Cunningham
Rachael joined the Arkansas Family Dental team in 2020 but her dental career actually began in 2005. She is proud to be a part of the dental community and especially enjoys all of her sweet patients she has come to know and love. Her easy going personality and calmness puts her patients at ease during treatment. Rachael and her son Sawyer reside in Benton so that they are able to spend time with close friends and family. They enjoy spending time on the river, on the lake, or simply riding ATV’s in the country.
Registered Dental Assistant
Arely Delgado
Arely was born in Los Angeles, California and grew up in Jacksonville, Arkansas. She enjoyed helping her parents at their Mexican restaurant and grocery store before she decided to attend Eastern College in Little Rock. Arely did her extern at Arkansas Family Dental and was hired shortly after in July 2020. She loves to spend time with family and friends. In her free time, she works on cars. She has a passion for cars and is in a car group called Team Ruthless, who loves to partake in charitable events. She is very excited to be part of the Arkansas Family Dental team. She wants to help others feel that it’s always possible to love your smile!
Registered Dental Assistant
Kayla-Ann Rudd
Kayla-Ann has been a dedicated Registered Dental Assistant for over nine years and became a valued member of the Arkansas Family Dental team in July 2019. A proud mother of Grey Lawson and Hensley Sallee, Kayla-Ann is known for the positive energy she brings to the office each day. She specializes in crafting temporary crowns with precision and care. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling and hiking. Kayla-Ann is committed to ensuring every patient feels valued and comfortable throughout their dental experience.
Registered Dental Assistant
Brittani Shoptaw
Brittani began her career in dentistry as a dental assistant in 1999 while still in high school, quickly discovering that dentistry was her true passion. Since joining the Arkansas Family Dental team in 2010, she has become an integral part of the practice.
As the Integration Director, Brittani oversees the seamless onboarding of associate dentists into the practice. Her responsibilities include coordinating facility resources, managing equipment logistics, and ensuring efficient integration processes. Brittani plays a pivotal role in maintaining operational excellence and supporting new dentists as they acclimate to the team and patient care standards.
Brittani loves providing the dental education patients need to help them feel comfortable and confident in the care they receive. She deeply values the close-knit family and culture at Arkansas Family Dental, which she believes is unmatched. In her free time, she enjoys playing softball and spending time with her family.
Registered Dental Assistant
Kala Brown
Kala is a proud native of Little Rock, Arkansas. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the Arkansas Family Dental team with 12 years of experience in the dental profession. She spends the majority of her time being a mother to her one and only son, Savior. They enjoy riding bikes and kicking a soccer ball for fun. When Kala is not prioritizing her motherly duties, she enjoys spending time with friends and family as well as traveling.
Registered Dental Assistant
Bri Simmons
Bri was born and raised in the great state of Arkansas. She graduated from Eastern College in 2017 as a Registered Dental Assistant. One aspect Bri loves most about her job is that she gets to meet so many amazing people. She enjoys the opportunity to make patients happy and help them smile more confidently. When Bri is not working, she loves spending time with her two year old son, Kaiden. She enjoys spending time at the lake and hanging out with friends and family.
Registered Dental Assistant
Lesly Reyes
Lesly is a dedicated and self-motivated dental assistant with a genuine passion for dentistry and helping others. As a hardworking mother of two young daughters, she balances her career and family life with grace and determination. Outside of work, Lesly enjoys shopping, exploring new cities, and cherishing time with her children.
Lesly brings a vibrant and energetic presence to the Arkansas Family Dental team, where she plays a key role in educating the Hispanic community on the importance of oral health. With a particular interest in Oral Surgery, where she began her dental career, Lesly is committed to providing exceptional care and making a positive impact on her patients’ lives.
Registered Dental Assistant
Haley Smith
Haley graduated with High Honors from Pulaski Technical College’s Dental Assisting Program in 2021. She is passionate about all aspects of the dental field and is dedicated to ensuring that every patient has a comfortable and positive experience, helping them regain confidence in their smile.
In addition to her role as a dental assistant, Haley enjoys working in our in-house dental lab during her days off, where she contributes her skills and enthusiasm to further enhance patient care.
Outside of dentistry, Haley is an avid painter, creating artwork for friends and family. She is also in the process of starting commission work for her art, combining her creativity with her professional dedication.
Registered Dental Assistant
Clarisa Isom
Originally from California, Clarisa moved to Arkansas in 2011 and graduated from the Accelerated Dental Assistant Academy in 2021. She is passionate about dental care and is dedicated to using her exceptional skills to assist dental professionals and educate patients on the importance of oral health.
Known for her vibrant personality and commitment to patient care, Clarisa strives to ensure that every patient feels comfortable and informed during their visits.
In her free time, she enjoys spending time outdoors with her daughter, Cecilie, creating lasting memories together.
Registered Dental Assistant
Erikah Woodham
Erikah is a skilled dental assistant with 7 years of experience in the field. She is committed to delivering exceptional patient care, with a focus on creating a comfortable and stress-free experience for every individual she serves.
Outside of work, Erikah enjoys spending quality time with her family, often visiting the skate park and splash pad to create cherished memories together.
Registered Dental Assistant
Maddy Montgomery
Maddy is an Arkansas native who has spent most of her life in Sherwood. She began her dental career at Arkansas Family Dental through on-the-job training, where she developed a strong foundation in patient care and dental assisting.
Outside of work, Maddy’s passion lies with her animals—she is the proud owner of three dogs, one cat, and three horses. When she isn’t caring for her beloved pets, Maddy enjoys traveling and exploring new culinary experiences.
Registered Dental Assistant
Charla Fryar
Now an empty nester, Charla has two grown children who have established their own lives in Arkansas. A dedicated dog lover, she shares her home with four furry companions. Charla enjoys spending her free time outdoors, particularly working in the yard, where her green thumb is evident through the many thriving plants she cares for.
Her passion for her work at Arkansas Family Dental shines through in everything she does. Charla is committed to helping patients achieve not only beautiful smiles but also overall better health.
