Dr. Gooding grew up in Cayuga and found her calling to the dentistry at a very young age. She graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelors of Science in General Human Health Sciences from Purdue University in 2007 and then Doctor of Dental Surgery Cum Laude with highest distinction from Indiana University School of Dentistry in 2011. During her education, Dr. Gooding received numerous awards including the American Academy of General Dentistry Senior Award, the American College of Prosthodontists Award, the Presidents Award for National Board Scores, and the George A. Welch Memorial Scholarship.
Dr. Gooding then joined Dr. Cloyd in practice shortly after graduation and has continued to strive for excellence in all aspects of patient care and experience. She loves seeing patients of all ages and is passionate about treating patients as a whole person, not just a mouth. This means focusing on not only teeth but airway, TMJ and overall health and function.
To stay current on all the most recent advances in dentistry, orthodontics, TMJ and sleep apnea, Dr. Gooding attends multiple hours of continuing education every year. The training she receives at national seminars helps her to ensure her patients are getting the most up to date and comprehensive care available. She has attained active status in the International Association of Orthodontics (IAO) and has also completed a residency in airway focused orthodontics which allows her to provide more to her orthodontic patients than just a healthy smile but a healthier airway as well.
Dr. Gooding has also gained Qualified Dentist Status in the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine and completed a mastery program to ensure she is providing the best care available to her patients suffering from sleep apnea.
Dr. Gooding is a member of numerous professional organizations including the American Dental Association, American Academy of Craniofacial Pain, the Western Indiana Dental Society, the Academy of General Dentistry, member of and trained in sedation through DOCS, the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, Member of American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine and is an acting Board Member of the Mid East Society of Orthodontics for General Practice.
She is also an active member of the community dedicating time to various organizations including actively volunteering with the Clinton Breakfast Optimist Club, working with the Tri Kappa Philanthropy Organization, and acting on the committee for the Vermillion County Dancing with the Stars (which supports the Clinton Community Recreational Center).
Dr. Gooding married her high school sweetheart, Cody, in 2011 and he now manages the office. They have two children, Ella and Gabriel. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, dancing, camping, hiking and traveling.
Suzanna helps coordinate all the front desk responsibilities, including billing, scheduling, and checking in patients. Shes been with us since 2013 and graduated from West Vigo. Suzanna enjoys meeting new people and talking to all our patients; even though she may see you for only a few minutes shell be sure to have you smiling fast! With her quick wit and big heart you can be sure shell help you out however she can. She has been married to her husband for over 15 years, and has a son and daughter. For fun, Suzanna enjoys cooking, camping, and gardening, and she also enjoys watching her daughter participate in sports.
Valerie will be one of your favorite people as you are looking at options for getting your mouth healthy. She helps explain options and helps with every aspect of making your goals possible including planning, scheduling and financing. You will see her really shine as she goes above and beyond to help you achieve the goals you have for your health. You may also catch Valerie at chairside because she is also a dental assistant and especially loves the relationships she builds with our orthodontic patients. Shes been with us since 2004, and attended the Indiana University School of Dentistry for her dental assistant certification and has expanded her training to include certification in radiology, coronal polishing and fluoride treatment. Valerie is all about team and loves that the whole team feels like family and takes care of one another. Shes very versatile, and she likes switching between her many roles. During her free time, she enjoys being with her family and friends, softball, camping, boating, and crafting.
Suzie has been a Registered Dental Hygienist for over 29 years. She came to our practice in 2001. She earned her Associates of Dental Hygiene in 1992 from Indiana University School of Dentistry. She is also licensed to administer local anesthesia.
Bettering the health of the patients is the main goal that she strives for daily. Also important to her, is the team approach that is in the office. Suzie believes humor is the best medicine and uses this approach to help patients and her staff family.
Jennifer has been with our office since 1987. With her years of services and her caring personality she has a true patient following which is not a surprise when you experience what its like to be in her chair. Jennifer is dedicated to providing comprehensive care and completes cancer screenings, periodontal assessments, airway screenings and of course periodontal therapy and preventative cleanings. She is also certified in administering local anesthetic. Shes been with us since 1987, and she received her degree in dental hygiene from the Indiana University School of Dentistry. Jennifer is married with four children. She enjoys attending all of her childrens sporting activities and spending time with her family and friends.
Andrea has been a dental assistant with Crown Hill Dentistry since 2001. She has grown in this field by attending Indiana University School of Dentistry to be certified in expanded duty, coronal polishing, fluoride application and radiology. She has a passion for dentistry and uses her experiences to comfort patients and make them feel right at home. Youll never know what Andrea and her patients might be catching up on because to her they are all friends and family. Shell always be up for a good laugh or a good cry whatever you need that day. When Andrea is not working she loves spending time with her husband, Mark, and their three daughters, Isabella, Alandra and Nahla. They enjoy outdoor activities, going to the movies and of course shopping!
Stacey assists the dentist and can perform expanded functions. She has been with our practice since 1986! She received her dental assisting certification from Indiana University, and shes certified in x-ray tech, coronel polishing, and fluoride application. For Stacey, the family-oriented atmosphere of the office is a definite plus, and she likes that we take a non-judgmental stance toward oral health. She cares a lot about our patients, and shes very particular about the care they receive. Shes been married for almost 36 years, and she has 2 children and 4 grandchildren. Her hobbies include shopping and being outdoors, and she loves her cats.
Jami is a Clinton native and a graduation of the 2016 American Red Cross Dental Assistant Program that she earned while stationed in Misawa, Japan. Jami is certified in expanded functions, radiography, coronal polishing and fluoride application from the IU School of Dentistry. She joined our dental family in 2018. Jami loves the work she does in our office and is extremely passionate about helping and treating our patients with TMJ disorders and sleep apnea. Jami also is passionate about the work we do for our veterans. Jami has a teenage son, Braden and a stepdaughter, Maiya. Shes been married for almost 2 years to her husband, Justin. In her free time she likes to camp, hike, kayak, travel, road trip and almost anything she can do outdoors.
Lindsey received her dental assting dental certification in 2019 and joined our team in 2020. She loves the family friendly atmosphere that we have in our office and already has formed great relationships with so many patients. Lindsey is a dog mom to an Australian Shepher/Husky mix. When shes not working she enjoys spending time with her family and friends and especially loves attending her nieces and nephews sporting events.
Jonie is a 2002 Indiana University School of Dentistry graduate. She hasbeen practicing as a Registered Dental Hygienist for 19 years. In additionto her Associates of Dental Hygiene degree she has obtained her license toadminister local anesthesia.Jonie believes that great oral health is key to overall, total bodywellness. She believes that systemic health is directly connected to oralcare and function. Patients are her number one priority. She thinks it isof great importance to connect with people, make them feel comfortable andprovide them with the information they need to make solid oral healthdecisions in an environment that is friendly and enriching. Jonie lovesthe team approach that all patients are afforded under the excellent careof Dr. Gooding.In her free time, Jonie enjoys running and family time with her husbandTravis and their three kids, Hadley, Hollis and Malayna.
Amy has been shining smiles with the team since 2016. Her passion for dentistry began in 1990 as a high school student working in a cooperative learning program. Seeing first-hand how a healthy mouth and a good oral hygiene can have such a positive effect on a persons overall health she knew that she had found her calling. She received her Associates in Applied Science and Lakeland College and has been serving her community ever since. She is enthusiastic about patient education that is provided in a compassionate manner in a caring environment and especially loves to teach children the value of good oral health. She is also excited to be a part of an ever-growing field and loves to expand her knowledge to provide the best care possible to my patients and is thrilled to be helping many of our patients achieve the healthiest mouth possible through treatments for sleep apnea and TMJ.
When shes not helping patients put their best smile forward you can usually find her on long walks with the dogs, reading a book or planning travels to the nearest sunny spot. However, what she loves most is hearing blues music played by her favorite musiciansher husband, her high-school sweetheart of over 30 years, and her two amazing sons. And her family continues to grow with the addition of her sons brides, so she cant help but smile her best smile!
There is a substantial amount of scientific evidence that there are no genes for crooked teeth. Our bodies are reacting to stressors caused by our modern diets, our lifestyles, and how we function and breathe. Crooked teeth are indicators that there are deeper issues that our brain and body are trying to manageand many times this leads back to our airway!
If we look past just straightening teeth and figure out why they are crowded to begin with, we are able to provide a treatment that not only treats the symptom (crooked or crowded teeth) but the problem (often inappropriate function). If we can address the way our growth is progressing early it can affect the development of the face and jaws drastically.
These functional shifts that we see contribute to crowded teeth may be happening to help us get better air, such as mouth breathing. Mouths are for speaking and eating, not breathing, and using the mouth to breathe negatively affects the way our jaws develop and our teeth align. By restoring function not only in our ability to chew but in the way we breathe we will naturally help the teeth to find better alignment. This is the difference with airway orthodontics and why Dr. Gooding practices orthodontia that preserves the airway and helps create the best health and function for life. Through thorough diagnosis, orthopedic expansion, myofunctional therapy and orthodontics we can help deliver your most beautiful and HEALTHIEST smile.