OUR DOCTOR
After graduating from dental school at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in 2004, Dr. Etheredge continued her dental education with an Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) at Fort Sill, Oklahoma. She then worked as a dentist in the U.S. Army in Savannah, Georgia until 2007.
In 2008, her husband and native Texan, Will, convinced her that Texas was a great place to call home, and they moved the family to Austin! Carrie and Will have three wonderful children – Lucy, Jett and Lane. They really enjoy being outdoors, whether that means kayaking with the kids on Town Lake or hiking one of Austin’s many trails. It’s their time outdoors with friends and family that brings them the most pleasure.
Dr. Etheredge’s favorite thing about being a dentist is caring for and getting to know her patients. “I love the people I work with every day, from staff to patients. I truly love coming to work and being a dentist!”
Organizations in which Carrie Participates:
American Dental Association
Texas Dental Association
Capital Area Dental Society
Academy of General Dentistry
Seattle Study Club
Impact Austin Study Club
Spear Study Club
OUR HYGIENISTS
GARRIE
Garrie is a dental hygienist who joined the team in 2020. She graduated from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in 2002. She enjoys developing a connection with patients and creating smiles in a comfortable environment.
She was born and raised in Palacios, Texas, a small town on the Texas Coast, and currently lives in Hutto with her husband Al, teenage daughter Madison, and English Bulldog Winston.
Garrie enjoys being outdoors with friends and family, whether hiking, laying on the beach, or tagging along for a scenic ride with her husband on the back of his Harley Davidson. She also is an avid sports fan and enjoys traveling to different stadiums, going to the movies, and concerts as well.
MONIKA
Monika is a dental hygienist that has been with our office since 2021. She obtained her Bachelor of Dental Hygiene degree in 2005 from Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff. She is originally from Krakow Poland but currently resides in Austin with her husband Louie and their two sons Tristan and Kai. Monika loves to connect and laugh with patients as she strives to be thorough in all aspects of patient care.
In her free time Monika loves to travel, go to the theater and attend concerts.
OUR ASSISTANTS
C.J.
C.J. has been a member of this practice since 1996! She graduated from TSTI Waco in 1990. Following school she moved to Austin and embarked on a career in the dental field. She really enjoys getting to know her patients and strives to make them as comfortable as possible during their dental procedures.
Outside the office, C.J. enjoys reading for relaxation, hiking, fishing, and time at the beach. She and her husband, David, and their dog Coco spend a lot of time at their property in the Austin Hill Country. There they have planted many fruit trees and have a large vegetable garden. They also keep several bee hives there to help out with pollination.
JACKIE
Jackie is your local Austinite born and raised. She has been assisting chair side since 2010, and truly cares about every individual patients’ oral health care. She has done a little bit of everything in the dental field, from Pediatric, General, Orthodontics, Endodontics, and Cosmetic Dentistry.
When Jackie is not in the office, she is at home with her husband and their children watching the latest movies, having family game night, or hosting gatherings with friends and family.
OUR FRONT OFFICE
CYNDI
Cyndi is the office manager. She started in the dental field in 2004 as a Registered Dental Assistant. She enjoys connecting with patients, and making them feel comfortable in the office from the moment they walk in the door. Cyndi was born in Freeport, Tx, but considers herself a true Austinite since she moved here when she was 3 years old. Cyndi has three children, Elijah, Sean, and her daughter in law Jamie.
In her free time, she enjoys regular family dinners, paddle boarding on Lake Travis, game night (careful, she’s competitive), supporting the local breweries, and trying all of the new restaurants Austin has to offer.
MELANIE
Melanie is our patient coordinator and has been in dentistry for over 24 years. If you have insurance questions, she is your person!
In her spare time, Melanie loves traveling the world and trying new food. She also enjoys spending time with her family and friends.