We are an oral-systemic health focused dental practice devoted to restoring health, preventing disease, and enhancing the natural beauty of your smile using conservative, state-of-the-art procedures that will result in beautiful, healthy, long lasting smiles! As a Functional Dentistry practice, we work to discover the root cause of disease and inflammation to help improve oral health and overall health.

As a Functional Dentistry practice, we are true believers that preventative care and education are the keys to optimal dental health. We strive to provide dental health care vs. disease care. Thats why we focus on thorough exams checking the overall health of your teeth and gums, performing oral cancer exams, and taking x-rays when necessary. Not only are we focused on the beauty of your smile, were also concerned about your health. A review of your medical history can help us stay informed of your overall health, any new medications, and any illnesses that may impact your dental health.

Infection control in our office is also very important to us. To protect our patients and ourselves, we strictly maintain sterilization and cross contamination processes using standards recommended by the American Dental Association (ADA), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and the Center for Disease Control (CDC).

As your dental health professionals, we want you to be confident knowing that we are a team of highly trained and skilled clinicians. We pride ourselves in providing the care you need to keep your smile healthy. To give you the best possible service and results, we are committed to continual education and learning. We attend dental lectures, meetings, and dental conventions to stay informed of new techniques, the latest products, and the newest equipment that a modern dental office can utilize to provide state-of-the-art dental care. Also, being members of prestigious professional dental associations helps us to stay abreast of the changes and recommendations for our profession.

Building a foundation of trust by treating our patients as special individuals is vital to our success. We understand how uneasy some patients may feel about their dental visits, and how we can make a difference in providing a relaxing and positive experience. Our entire team is dedicated to providing you with excellent, personalized care and service to make your visits as comfortable and pleasant as possible.

Dr. Sarah Tevis Poteet is a native Texan from Waco. She graduated from Texas Tech University and then went to dental school where she earned a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. She was one of a select few to also complete an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency, where she acquired training in complex restorative cases, implants, sedation, and surgery.

Dr. Sarah Poteet is a member of many prestigious dental organizations including the American Dental Association (ADA), Texas Dental Association (TDA), Dallas County Dental Society (DCDS), American Academy for Oral Systemic Health (AAOSH), Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), American College of Dentists (ACD), International College of Dentists (ICD), International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT), and American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM).

In addition to her busy practice, Dr. Poteet volunteers her time with the Womens Junior League of Dallas. She is also a member of Munger Place Church. She is married to Bryan Poteet, and they have a daughter named Adelle Elle.

Michele has over 30 years of dental experience. She worked clinically as a dental assistant for 24 years. She currently utilizes her dental knowledge, skills, and attention to detail in the front office. Michele was born in Wakkanai, Japan, where her family was stationed during her fathers service in the USAF. Her family was relocated to New York for 7 years, then to Texas where she is lived ever since. Her pride and joy is her son Joseph, who works with a local fire department. She is an avid animal lover. Michele has a very active lifestyle and enjoys outdoor activities, exercising, and spending time with family and friends.

Kary grew up in Argyle, TX and is proud to be a 6th generation Texan. Karys 20 years of dental assisting experience allows her to ensure that patients are comfortable and in great hands. She makes sure patients have an excellent dental experience in the office and works with many of our patients physicians and referring doctors to ensure that their health and wellness is coordinated in care. She loves changing lives in her career and taking care of her patients as if they were family. Kary has been married to her best friend, Jason, for 16 years. In her spare time, she enjoys spoiling her English Bulldogs, Lucy and Ethel, baking cakes for family and friends, and working in her garden.

Shira was born and raised in Overland Park, Kansas and is new to Dallas after spending the last 7 years living on the upper west side of New York City. Shira is a graduate of both the University of Kansas and NYU College of Dentistry where she earned degrees in Art History and Dental Hygiene. Shira has a background in oral systemic health and is passionate about conveying the relationship between your mouth and body, origins of inflammation, and the effects inflammation can have on your body. Her approach to hygiene is multifaceted, all-encompassing and may be different than you are used to but will result in you being the healthiest version of yourself. In her spare time, Shira loves to cook, is an enthusiastic sports fan, (especially when it comes to her Chiefs, Jayhawks, Chicago Blackhawks and most recently Dallas Mavericks), is a voracious reader and lover of books with a large case of wanderlust.

Adriana grew up in Ft. Worth and graduated from Texas A&M College of Dentistry where she earned a bachelors in dental hygiene. Adriana is passionate about practicing dental hygiene as an integral part of a persons overall health and well-being. Her proactive approach to wellness optimizes her patients overall health by connecting the mouth to the rest of the body.

Rachelle has 30 years of dental experience. She grew up in Nevada and has 3 grown boys. Her husband is from Houston, and they have a rescue pup named Delilah to help with their empty nest.Rachelles love of dentistry started in 1989. She takes pride in helping our patients achieve the optimum care for a healthier mouth and a beautiful smile. She has assisted in all aspects of general, cosmetic, surgical, and total body health dentistry.She has a love for the outdoors, does yard work as a side gig, loves antiquing and thrift shopping.

Elena has over 22 years of dental experience. She loves dentistry and enjoys taking care of patients during their dental visit. Making patients feel calm and comfortable is her goal every day. She strives to help every patient have a wonderful visit and leave with a smile on their face.