The brief descriptions below are designed to familiarize you with our staff's training, professional credentials and work experience.

Larry Gould, DDS
Dr. Gould Graduated from the University of Southern California School of Dentistry in 1977, and has practiced Dentistry in Mountain Home for the last 27 years. Dedicated to providing the best quality dentistry, Dr. Gould is a graduate of the Medical College Of Georgia (MCG/AAID Implant Surgery Maxi-Course) “Comprehensive Training Program in Implant Dentistry”. A Founding member of The International Stomatognathic Honorary Alliance, A member of American Dental Association, Arkansas Dental Association, Academy Of General Dentistry, American Academy Of Cosmetic Dentistry, The American College Of Oral Implantology, The International Congress Of Oral Implantologists, The Academy Of Osseointergration, and The American Academy Of Implant Dentistry. Dr. Gould takes pride in his office and staff, and enjoys changing lives by focusing on complex Restorative Dentistry, Cosmetic procedures, Oral Surgery, Bone Grafting, Periodontal Plastic Surgery, Implant Surgery and the Restoration of Dental Implants. Dr. Gould continues to educate himself in order to provide his patients with the best quality treatment they deserve. Courses such as Dr. Michael Pikos and Dr. Maurice Salama’s “The Ultimate Bone Graft and Soft Tissue Grafting for Implant Reconstruction” (Partners In Synergy-Orlando Florida). Medical College of Georgia School of Dentistry “Hands On Implant Placement with Live Patient Surgeries and I.V. Sedation”. Medical College of Georgia, Department of Anesthesiology and Peri-Operative Medicine Advanced Cardiac Life Support In-Hospital Training Program (ACLS Certification). Columbia, South America “Comprehensive Sinus Augmentation Surgery and Grafts, Nasal and Sinus Lifts, and Implant Surgery Placement Course. Dr. Gould was honored to be one of fifteen from the United States to be invited to France to study abroad with Dr. Hilt Tatum, (Founder of the Sinus Graft and Pioneer of Dental Implant Surgery and Bone Grafts). Dr. Gould has also been chosen by his peers to be included in AMERICA’S TOP DENTISTS. Dr. Gould’s interests outside of work include spending time with his family, running, weight lifting, anything outdoors to enjoy the beautiful Mountain home area, and when time allows he enjoys traveling to beautiful and exotic places.

 

Eva Jenkins, RDH
Hi, my name is Eva and I have been a Registered Dental Hygienist for over five years.  My interest in dentistry began as a child-spending so much time between my dentist and orthodontist…I went on to pursue it educationally.  I acquired my prerequisites from Ozarka College and the University Of Central Arkansas, and then finished at the University of Medical Sciences in Little Rock-where I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene. I LOVE my career, and take great pride in providing comfortable, meticulous, and individualized care for every patient.  I have a wonderful nine year old daughter, who is my life.  I also enjoy spending time with family and friends, playing softball, and doing almost anything outdoors.

Professional Certifications/Recognitions
AA, RDH, OSHA, CPR & AED, INVISALIGN, STM, PERIODONTAL/IMPLANT COURSES, ZOOM2, ADHA MEMBER (7 years)

Sara Luna, RDH, CDA
Hi, my name is Sara and I began my love for dentistry six years ago.  I am a Dental Hygienist who recently graduated from Ozarks Technical Community College with an Associate of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene.  I am also a Certified Dental Assistant and continued to practice assisting during Hygiene School.  I worked along side an Oral Surgeon receiving extensive experience with dental implant placement, restoration, Oral Surgeries, and IV Sedation.  I live in Lakeview with my husband and three year old son Blake.  We enjoy going to the lake and
  being outdoors.     

Professional Certifications/Recognitions            
RDH, CDA, CPR & AED, OSHA, MEMBER OF ADAA, ADHA, MDHA, OTC Outstanding Academic Award Dental Hygiene,  MDHA Outstanding Graduating Dental Hygiene Student of 2007

Beth Wickersham, RDA, Office Manager
Hello my name is Beth.  I have been in the Dental field for 8 years and just love it.  I have been here with Dr. Gould for over 3 years.  It has been a pleasure to assist Dr. Gould in the growth of his Practice.  My background in dentistry has been hands on clinical and hygiene assisting, administration, and years of traveling to many areas of the country to continue my education in Dentistry and Management.  I have over 10 years experience in management and am thrilled to have the opportunity to be a part of such a growing practice and new technology.  Dr. Gould and I insist on having the most professional, experienced, and compassionate staff around, and I am proud to say that we do.  My interest outside of Dentistry is spending time with my beautiful daughter and wonderful husband. 

Professional Certifications/Recognitions
RDA, CPR & AED, OSHA, NITROUS, INVISALIGN, ZOOM2, STM EDUCATION, PRACTICE BUILDING

India Ponce-Cook, RDA
Hi, my name is India and I have been a Registered Dental Assistant for over seven years.  I have extensive experience in clinical, hygiene, and administration.  I have really enjoyed working in all areas of the office, it has helped me expand my dental knowledge to help assist our patients in any way needed.  I am currently attending White River school of Massage Therapy in Fayetteville to be a LMT, and hopefully be able to incorporate my degree into our Dental practice to further ensure patient relaxation and overall health awareness. I love spending time with my husband and children (my little angels) Taylor and Megan.  I also enjoy music, wine, and good times.

Professional Certifications/Recognitions
RDA, CPR & AED, OSHA, NITROUS, STM EDUCATION, INVISALIGN, ZOOM2, TEAMWORK AWARD 2005, DEANS LIST FOR LMT

Samantha Hoeh-Schmeski, CDA, RDA, PBT, AA
Hi, my name is Samantha and I have been a Registered Dental Assistant for over six years. I am Dr. Gould’s head General/Surgical assistant. I have recently taken my national boards to become a Certified Dental Assistant in addition to being a Certified Phlebotomist, specializing in veinipuncture (blood draws, starting and monitoring IVs).  I also assist the radiology department with proper cranial placement for accurate CT scans for Simplant processing.  With that I convert the raw data from the CT scan to a three dimensional image for precise implant placement by Dr. Gould and for an educational tool for our patients.  Dr. Gould is always doing things to continue to educate himself and his staff.  I was honored when he asked me to be a part of his education process by allowing me to assist in Implant placement, patient surgeries, and IV Sedation at the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta.  I am very excited to work with Dr. Gould in bringing the very best technology to our patients.  I have been married for six years to my wonderful husband Jason, and we have a beautiful three year old daughter named Madison.  In my spare time I love to water ski, scuba dive, kayak, and…….well anything in the water.  I also enjoy teaching Palates and Yoga. 

Professional Certifications/Recognitions
NITROUS, ASSOCIATE OF ARTS, OSHA, INVISALIGN, ZOOM2, RDA, CDA, PBT, CPR & AED, YOGA, PALATES

Dana, RDA
Hi, my name is Dana.  I am a Registered Dental Assistant and have been with Dr. Gould for two years.  I am experienced in Clinical, Hygiene, Administration, and am currently training to become a Surgical Assistant.  Learning all aspects of dentistry has been so much fun and I am looking forward to the rest of my career with Dr. Gould.  I have attended several continuing education courses on health and cosmetics of dentistry.  I enjoy being outdoors, and spending time with family and good friends.

Professional Certifications/Recognitions
RDA, CPR & AED, OSHA, INVISALIGN, ZOOM2, PERIODONTAL/IMPLANT EDUCATION

Pam Tate
Hi, my name is Pam and I am Dr. Gould’s Financial Coordinator.  I have been with Dr. Gould for six wonderful years.  I have been to numerous continuing education seminars, arming myself with as much information as possible to be able to assist our patients with any questions or concerns they may have.  I have seventeen years of financial and public relations experience, and to incorporate dental into that equation has been a great experience.  I enjoy spending time with my husband and family, going out on our boat, flower gardening, and  going on long motorcycle trips with my husband and friends.

Professional Certifications/Recognitions
CPR & AED, COMPUTER TRAINING, INVISALIGN, COLLECTION COMPLIANCE, INSURANCE COMPLIANCE, DEDICATION AWARD 2005, DEDICATION AWARD 2006

Heather Mullin, RVT
Hi, my name is Heather and I have been with Dr. Gould for one year.  I have five years experience in a clinical setting.  This past year, I have worked in the administration department for Dr. Gould, scheduling, finance, and patient relations.  I am currently studying to be a Registered Dental Assistant, and Surgical Assistant. I can’t wait to work beside Dr. Gould and the clinical team.  I take pride in our office and our patients.  I enjoy spending time with my husband Jaime and two children Kamryn and Aiden whom I adore.  We enjoy camping, boating, and having fun with friends.

Professional Certifications/Recognitions
CPR & AED, RVT, ADMINISTRATION COURSE

Maria
Hi, my name is Maria. I have just begun my career with Dr. Gould and I am very excited to be a part of such a professional and compassionate team. I graduated from Knox County Community College with a degree in Computerized Accounting and have over 16 years of experience with Customer Service and Public Relations. Outside of work I enjoy golfing, boating and working out. But most of all I adore my wonderful husband Scott, our seven children, and last but not least our first grandchild that we are expecting in March 2008.