Maria:
I have been alongside Dr. Lang as his assistant for the past 10 years. Proudly, I have a total of 39 years of dental assisting and counting! I am 33 years married, and we have three wonderful grown children. I enjoy cooking, reading, nature walks, and traveling…from tropical destinations to a cabin in the Northwoods! Spending time with my family is truly what I enjoy and cherish the most. I look forward to always giving my best for our patients, not only with my quality skills, but also by providing genuine compassion. May it be a hand to hold, an ear to listen, or to ease any fear or anxiety, is always important to me.
Cheryl:
Hi, I am Cheryl Anne, a registered dental hygienist. I am a 2004 graduate of Prairie State College’s dental hygiene program. I have been working alongside Dr. Lang for the past 9 years. Helping patients attain a happy, healthy smile never gets old. Our awesome staff at Dental Arts of Orland truly is a family.
Outside of work for the past 15 years, I have proudly served as a school board member of Midlothian School District 143. During my free time, I love traveling, concerts, casinos, and turtle sundaes with my husband of 42 years. Together, we have raised two married sons and a 120-pound puppy dog named Bernie.
Carla:
Hi, my name is Carla, and I manage the front desk. I have been working in the dental field for 18 years and have been working with Dr. Lang since 2015. I am married and have one grown son. When I am not working, I enjoy concerts, movies, dinners, dancing, and spending time at home with my family and our 2 cats. I love interacting with patients and having fun with family and friends.
Joan:
Hi, I am Joan Hallgren. I am a licensed dental hygienist with over 45 years of experience in the dental field. I earned my Associate of Applied Sciences degree from Prairie State College. I am currently licensed in Illinois and Arizona and have worked with Dental Arts of Orland since 2001.
I provide a calm and friendly approach to create a positive and comfortable dental experience. I educate patients on how important their dental health is to their well-being and how they can achieve this. I focus on prevention and building long-term habits that support overall oral health.
When I am not in the office, I enjoy gardening, traveling, and spending time with my family.
Laurie:
Hi, I am Laurie. I have been a dental hygienist for 34 years. I am a mother of 2 girls aged 22 and 24. I am also an instructor at Prairie State College in the dental hygiene department. In my spare time, my husband and I are dive master’s and we love to travel to unique destinations.