About Us
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Mission Statement
The mission of Adventure Pediatric Dentistry is to provide the highest quality pediatric dental care to children of all ages in a safe, comfortable, compassionate, and kid-friendly environment. We are focused on taking care of each patient and treating every child like they are our own. Our team of dental professionals are passionate about helping children have the best possible oral health and beautiful smile. You will have direct access to the doctor and be able to contact via text or phone at any time. Life is an adventure and we want to be a part of the journey and make the dental office a wonderful experience for your child. We are focused on building relationships, promoting prevention, and educating our patients to ensure they have the knowledge and skills for a lifetime of excellent oral health.
Dr. Latasha Garrett
Dr. Garrett was born and raised in Chattanooga, Tennessee. She graduated from Red Bank High School in 2001. Afterwards, she completed both her undergraduate and graduate degrees in chemistry at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. While working as an associate chemist for Merck Pharmaceutical, she discovered her passion in the dental field while volunteering with her mentor dentist on the weekends. She went on to complete her dental school training at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis. She then furthered her education by completing a two-year pediatric dental residency at NYU-Lutheran Hospital in Maryland. She has had the pleasure of treating children in the surrounding cities of Nashville, TN for the past four years.
Dr. Garrett is a board certified pediatric dentist with the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, College of Diplomates, American Dental Association, and Tennessee Dental Association.
In her free time, you can find Dr. Garrett spending time with her family and friends. She enjoys riding her bicycle, movies, shopping, trying new restaurants, and traveling the world. Her favorite Disney movies are The Lion King and The Little Mermaid so you can expect these movies to play at many dental visits.
Dr. Garrett is a board certified pediatric dentist with the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, College of Diplomates, American Dental Association, and Tennessee Dental Association.
In her free time, you can find Dr. Garrett spending time with her family and friends. She enjoys riding her bicycle, movies, shopping, trying new restaurants, and traveling the world. Her favorite Disney movies are The Lion King and The Little Mermaid so you can expect these movies to play at many dental visits.
Dream Team
Brenda Trammel
Patient Care Coordinator
Brenda Trammel joined Adventure Pediatric Dentistry when we opened in July of 2020. She has been in dental assisting for over 20 years, and began as a Registered Dental Assistant in General Dentistry, working in most of the specialty fields. She naturally progressed into the front office and has filled roles such as Front Desk and Office Manager. Brenda has served as President of the Chattanooga Area Dental Assistants Society and the Tennessee Dental Assistants Association. She loves seeing our patients walk thru the door and greets them with a smile. Be sure to ask her the names of all the animals in our office, yes, she has named them all! Brenda is married to Gene and they have four children and eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. No wonder she loves our patients so much!
Yasmin Espinoza
Patient Care Coordinator
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Raquel Lemus
Patient Care Coordinator
Raquel Lemus attended Palomar College in San Marcos, California prior to moving back to her hometown of Rossville, GA. She loves to study and learn new skills. At the front desk, Raquel makes sure that each patient is greeted with a warm welcome and that they leave with a big smile. When not working, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She wants all patients to know, "Se Habla Espanol."
Brianna Hoover
Patient Care Coordinator / Registered Dental Assistant
Brianna Hoover is a registered dental assistant in the state of Tennessee. She graduated from Chattanooga State in June of 2020 with her radiology, coronal polishing, sealants, and monitoring nitrous oxide certifications. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and going on hikes.
Savannah Helton
Registered Dental Assistant
Savannah Helton is a registered dental assistant in the State of Tennessee. She has practiced as a dental assistant for 4 years. She completed her dental assisting program at Miller Motte Technical College. She has additional certifications in coronal polishing, nitrous oxide monitoring, and dental radiology. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her 3 children, family, and friends.
Deanna Oliver
Registered Dental Assistant / Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
I started my dental career in 2008 as a dental assistant. In 2009, I graduated from Chattanooga State Community College. In 2013, I attended Meharry Medical College and received my restorative functions certification. I take great care in ensuring my patients have a comfortable dental experience. I love helping change their smiles for the better. I currently live in Chattanooga, TN with my two children, Morrison and Morgan. I live spending time with my babies, traveling, shopping, hiking, and hanging out with family and close friends.
Clarissa Leeth
Registered Dental Assistant
Clarissa Leeth is a registered dental assistant in the State of Tennessee. She graduated from Chattanooga State Community College in 2018 with an Associate of Applied Science degree in dental assisting. She has additional certifications in dental radiology, sealants, coronal polishing, and monitoring nitrous oxide. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her two sons, family, and friends. She also loves to travel, read, and shop.
Ariel Daniel
Registered Dental Assistant
Ariel Daniel has been a Registered Dental Assistant for 6 years. She graduated from Chattanooga College in 2018 with an Associate of Science degree in Dental Assisting. She has additional certifications in Dental Radiology, Nitrous Oxide Monitoring, and Coronal Polishing. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, children, family, and friends.
Autumn Brown
Registered Dental Assistant
Autumn is a Registered Dental Assistant in the state of Tennessee. She earned her Associate’s Degree from Chattanooga State Community College, where she also gained certifications in radiology, coronal polishing, monitoring nitrous oxide, and sealants. With a strong commitment to patient care, Autumn excels in creating a warm and welcoming environment where individuals feel reassured and confident in the dental treatments they receive. Her approach emphasizes patient education, comfort, trust, and ensuring every visit is a positive experience. Outside of her professional role, Autumn is a devoted mom and wife who balances her career with the joys of family life. She is driven by a love for helping others and making a lasting impact on her patients’ oral health and overall well-being.
Ophelia Hilt
Registered Dental Assistant
Ophelia was born and raised in Chattanooga, Tennessee. With four years of experience as a registered dental assistant, she obtained her certification from Miller-Motte Technical College in 2020. In addition to her registered dental assistant certificate, she holds certifications in coronal polishing, radiology, and sealants. In her free time, she finds joy in spending quality time with her family, friends, and significant other as well as engaging in activities such as traveling to different countries, shopping, and volunteering. She is very ambitious and has goals of obtaining her dental hygienist degree.
June Massengale
Registered Dental Assistant
June and her husband, Pete live in Hixson with their 4 dachshunds and cockatiel. They are members of City Church and have been married since 2012. They love watching their grandchildren play sports and activities. June has been in dentistry for over 40 years and enjoys working with children.
Viandrea Garth
Registered Dental Assistant
Viandrea Garth is a registered dental assistant in the state of Tennessee. She graduated from Miller Motte College in 2023. Since then she has added additional certifications in coronal polishing, sealants, and radiology. During her free time, her godson keeps her busy with football and track. She also loves spending time and traveling with her family and friends.
Venna Thompson
Registered Dental Assistant
Venna Thompson is a Registered Dental Assistant in the state of Tennessee. She completed her dental assisting program at Chattanooga College in July 2024. She has additional certifications in coronal polishing, nitrous oxide monitoring, and dental radiology. In her free time, she enjoys cheering on the University of Alabama football, going shopping, and spending time with her family, friends, and her 4 dogs!
Ke’isha Bunion
Registered Dental Assistant
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