Meet the Team

We recognize that all our patients are unique and deserve to receive dental care that reflects their individual needs. Our experienced and talented dental team is committed to working with you and your family to create a comfortable, stress-free, and rewarding dental experience every time you visit our practice.

We are pleased to welcome you and your family, and we look forward to working with you.

Our Team


Front Office Team

Heather

Heather

Office Manager

I have worked in the dental field since 2000 and have been involved in many aspects of the field during that time. I started working for Dyras Dental in 2014 as the financial coordinator and then became the office manager in 2021. I enjoy seeing the many generations of families we have in our practice. I look forward to many more years at our office and hope to make your experience here as pleasant as possible.

I met my husband at a previous dental employer. My father-in-law liked to say, "See, going to the dentist can be a good thing!" We have two children and two wonderful grandchildren. We enjoy kayaking and spending time as a family.

 
 
abagail

Abagail

Financial Coordinator

I joined Dyras Dental in 2022, where I handle all insurance claims, payments, billing, and questions. My family has a history of working in medical billing. My stepmother bills for chiropractors, so I grew up with her talking numbers and insurance! I work hard to make sure insurance companies provide the dental coverage that our patients are entitled to, and for those without insurance, creating a payment plan within their budget.

When I’m not at work, I like to read. I come from a big family with lots of sisters, and am obsessed with my nieces and nephew!

 

Assistant Team

Assistant Team

 
Amanda

Amanda

Dental Assistant

I have been at Dyras Dental since 2012. I enjoy working in the dental field and making our patients feel safe and comfortable during every visit. The best part of my job is seeing the look on a patient’s face when we have changed their smile! I also love working with this team. We are more like a family, in my opinion! Working here has made me a better person, both personally and professionally.

I am married to my high-school sweetheart and we have two amazing daughters, Skylar and Saydee. I absolutely adore our two Dachshunds, Gizmo and Sheldon. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family, gardening, and doing projects around the house.

 
Nicole

Nicole

Lead Dental Assistant

I have been in the dental field for more than 25 years, most of which I’ve spent right here! I have enjoyed working with Dr. Dyras, Dr. Bedro and our experienced team for many years. We work well with each other on a professional level, but the friendships I have made with everyone over the years have been one of the greatest things about my job. Of course, I also enjoy seeing our patients happy and confident with their new smiles.

I grew up in the Upper Peninsula and moved to the Lansing area after attending college in California. I have wonderful twin daughters who are attending LCC and a Shih Tzu named Lucy. In my free time, I enjoy traveling, camping, and spending time with my family.

 
Mandi

Mandi

Dental Assistant

I have been a dental assistant since 2009 and I attended the New England Dental assistant school. I enjoy coming to work at Dyras Dental; the staff has been so welcoming and kind. Everyone is a team player and works so hard. One of my favorite parts of my job is meeting new people. Helping them understand treatment, helping them relax and leaving the office looking forward to returning for future appointments.

Outside of work I enjoy being with my family. I have two grown children. I enjoy walks, movies, tv, music, painting, drawing and playing Keno.


Hygiene Team

Hygiene Team

 
Chelsea

Chelsea

Dental Hygienist

I began my career as a dental assistant in 2010 and continued my education to become a dental hygienist. I joined Dyras Dental in 2017 and feel so fortunate to work with such an amazing, encouraging group of people. Patient care is my number-one priority; I love giving people a positive dental experience!

My husband and I live in Swartz Creek with our two cats. My hobbies include painting, reading, and gardening.

 
Christa

Christa

Lead Hygienist

I graduated from Lansing Community College’s dental hygiene program in May 2013. I went on to complete my bachelor’s in dental hygiene with minors in public health and education from Siena Heights University. In 2015, I found my forever home, which shortly thereafter became Dyras Dental! I absolutely love patient education. I am a firm believer in the fact that you cannot fix things or change habits unless you understand why you are doing it. There is nothing more rewarding than helping a patient return to optimal dental health and seeing that smile on their face. 

I am newly married to a wonderful husband. I have three amazing grown daughters who have brought me three great sons. I have a German Shepherd who just loves to go on walks, ride in the car, and go camping and swimming. And last but not least, I have a new granddaughter who makes my heart absolutely ecstatic.

 
Madeline

Madeline

Dental Hygienist

I graduated from Lansing Community College’s dental hygiene program in May 2014 and went on to complete my bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene from the University of Michigan. I started working at Dyras Dental in September 2015 and love working with the awesome team here. I enjoy working with a wide variety of patients and building relationships with the patients and team, in addition to learning about new advancements and technologies in the dental field.

Outside the office, I enjoy spending time with friends, family, and my animals.

 
Bri

Bri

Hygiene Assistant

Every day, Bri welcomes patients with a warm smile, infusing the office with positive energy and a comforting presence. She handles an array of critical responsibilities, from seating patients and assisting with x-rays to scheduling hygiene appointments and maintaining the highest standards of room sanitation.

It is Bri’s nurturing nature that stands her out; she continually seeks to learn more about the fine art of dentistry, ensuring that every patient she meets receives care that is both professional and heartfelt. This dedicated approach to her role has not only made her a vital team member but also a favorite among our patients.

Beyond her professional life, Bri is mom to two preteen daughters. She looks forward to family movie nights and of course, shopping escapades.

601 S Grand Ave, Lansing, MI 48933 (517) 485-1900
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