Hes also a member of Capital Study Club, a local affiliate of the Seattle Study Club This text opens a new tab to the official website. Hes proud to say hes averaged over 100 hours of continuing education each year since graduation, which is well over five times the amount required for a license.

In his free time, Dr. Dustin enjoys hanging out with Dr. Liz, their son Sam, their two golden retrievers, Bear and Leo, and family and friends. He loves sports, especially anything related to LSU (Geaux Tigers). He also enjoys cooking, traveling, and playing golf.

Dr. Elizabeth Liz Kidder grew up in Minneapolis, Minnesota and attended Marquette University for her undergraduate studies. She graduated from The University of Minnesota School of Dentistry in 2006 and completed a one-year residency in general dentistry at the VA hospital in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

She is also a member of the Capital Study Club, a local group of dentists and dental specialists that meet monthly for continuing education and fellowship. Their mantra is excellence in clinical dentistry and growth through collaboration. She is a visiting faculty member for the LD Pankey Institute, a non-profit organization committed to the continuing education of dentists focusing on relationship-based, comprehensive dentistry, and speaks at dental meetings around the country on various topics including esthetic dentistry, sleep-disordered breathing and helping young dentists define their goals and career paths.

She loves all things flowers and is a licensed florist in the state of Louisiana. Her favorite vacation spot is her family cabin in Northern Wisconsin, but she loves being home in BR with Dustin, their son Sam, and their two golden retrievers, Bear and Leo.

Teara Tea Stewart was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana. She currently resides in Baton Rouge, LA with her husband Louis and their three sons- Michael, Malachi, and Caleb. Tea has been in dentistry for 11 years. She began her dental career as a dental assistant and soon worked her way up to becoming an Office Manager. Tea holds a Bachelors Degree in Health Care Administration while pursuing her Masters Degree in Business Management with a Concentration in Leadership. She is also the chapter president for AADOMs local chapter. In her free time, she enjoys reading, writing, singing, and spending time with family and friends. The most rewarding thing about my career is getting to interact with new individuals and foster new relationships. I love people so I get to do what I LOVE.' - Tea

Paula, a native of Baton Rouge, joined Kidder Dental in March of 2018 as the insurance and billing coordinator. She has over 30 years of dental experience and has worked in all areas of the dental field. Paula began her dental career as a dental assistant then moved to the front office, where she has performed all duties, including office manager for 20 years. She loves the challenge of dental insurance and enjoys working with patients. She received her Expanded Duty Dental Assisting and Dental Radiology certification from LSUNO. She is also CPR/AED certified. Paula has one daughter named Brittney. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, friends and loves to travel.

Marilyn was born and raised in the Baton Rouge area. She's a graduate of LSU and Gulf Coast College. She's been practicing hygiene since 2013. She enjoys easing patients that may be anxious in the dental office. During her free time, she enjoys traveling and spending time with her son.

Nina was born and raised in New Orleans, LA, where she graduated from LSU School of Dentistry with a bachelor's degree in dental hygiene in 2011. Shortly after, she moved to Baton Rouge to pursue her career as a dental hygienist. She's been practicing for over 10 years but has been with Kidder Dental since 2020. She enjoys interacting with patients, creating beautiful smiles, and educating patients on their oral health. Nina believes creating a healthy oral environment leads to overall better health. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family, playing with her French bulldog Thanos, traveling, hiking, and food hopping.

Jody graduated from Southeastern Louisiana University with a degree in biological sciences in 2003 and LSU School of Dentistry in 2007. She 's been a part of our practice since 2008. She 's certified in local anesthesia and nitrous oxide administration. Jody enjoys developing personal and professional relationships with her patients while providing quality care. She married in April 2016 to Chris 'Spunky' Engolio and has a stepdaughter, Lenin. They enjoy spending time together cooking and traveling, and cheering for the LSU.

Beth graduated from LSU School of Dentistry in 2008. She has been practicing Dental Hygiene in the Baton Rouge Area for over 10 years and has been with Kidder Dental since 2019. She enjoys delivering dental care an teaching the importance of oral health while developing relationships with her patients. She strives to assist all of her patients with their dental and overall health. Beth and her husband have 4 kids who keep them busy. She enjoy traveling and making memories with those closest to her.

Armanda was born and raised in Baton Rouge, LA. She graduated from Delta College in dental assisting in 2010. Armanda has been in the dental field as an assistant for 11 years. She joined the Kidder Dental family in 2019. Armanda and her husband have four children. During her off time, she enjoys spending time with family, going to football games, and resin painting.

Victoria grew up in New Orleans, LA. She relocated to Baton Rouge in 2005 with her family after Hurricane Katrina. Victoria graduated from Delta College in 2010 in the field of dental assisting. She has been an assistant for 10 years and counting. She takes pride in being able to help patients relax and feel comfortable during their dental visits. She also understands that patients experience real dental fear and takes the personal responsibility of making the patients smile, laugh, and feel at ease by the time the visit has ended. She enjoys educating the patients on various ways to improve their overall oral health. She enjoys spending time with her son Jhaden, her father, grandmother, and fish. In her time off, she travels, completes DIY projects, cosmetology, and is in the process of turning her home into a smart home.

Caring for the oral health of families brings us the most satisfaction. We welcome all ages to our dental home and deliver personalized first-class service to each and every patient. Our husband and wife Baton Rouge dentists have a range of treatments to fit all your needs.

By getting to know you personally, we are able to put you at ease and provide a visit built around your needs. We couple this approach with our patient comforts (pillows, blankets, headphones, and TVs) to ensure you have a worthwhile and relaxing visit.

By focusing on the why, Drs. Dustin and Elizabeth Kidder can identify the root cause of a dental issue. Many patients arrive at our office having experienced multiple problems that boil down to treatable underlying issues. Our meticulous Baton Rouge dentists can help avoid future dental work by fixing the main problem first.

Through our customized roadmaps, our thorough team can concentrate on your ultimate goal. Whether its a brighter smile or restoring your bites function, we outline and your journey to the path of success. Each step is carefully explained, and you are never rushed.

Our dentists are avid learners and enjoy sharing their knowledge with our patients. By building strong relationships, we can use an educational approach youll not only enjoy but also benefit from. This includes explaining treatments, providing hygiene tips, and helping you maintain a healthy smile.

Dr. Dustin and Elizabeth Kidder are married and welcome each patient as an extension of their family. They share the same patient-first approach, which involves building close relationships. This allows us to open up honest communication and showcase how we can help you achieve your end goals.

Our hard-working team is the backbone of our office and always offers a courteous, friendly service. They couple this with the advanced training to bring you patient-first dentistry that is rich with options. We offer top-class general, cosmetic, and restorative, plus, we work closely with local healthcare professionals. Our patients feel the real benefits when they receive specialized care from a specialist in each specific area of dentistry.

Both my wife and I have been patients of Dr. Kidder for many years. We would never consider using another dentists office. Not only do we love Dr. Kidder, we have been lucky enough to have Jody as our dental hygienist. She is always a joy to be around. I could not even give a recommendation for improvement. I highly recommend Dr. Kidder and his staff.

Education and training are important to our dentists in Baton Rouge. Both have enjoyed hours of continuing education and use their expertise to the benefit of each patient. They explain why and how to fix fundamental dental problems and restore you back to health.

From our neck pillows to our comfortable surroundings, we have everything to make you feel calm and relaxed. If you are one of our more anxious patients, we discuss your concerns and can offer calming sedation dentistry. No matter your fear level, we are here for you and can make your visit a success.

Dr. Dustin Kidder grew up in Baton Rouge, LA, and he and his wife Dr. Elizabeth Kidder are proud to call it their home. Our community is close to our hearts, and we strive to make everyone smile. We work with local health specialists to provide you with the best possible treatment.

We make your visits faster, easier, and more effective with the latest in dental technology like the iTero 3D digital scanner and 3D printer. These high-resolution digital impressions are more comfortable and provide a more accurate diagnosis and treatment plan.