Meet the Team
Tara
CRDH
Tara completed her Associate of Science degree in Dental Hygiene with honors from Manatee Community College. While in school, she served as president of the Student American Dental Hygiene Association. Additionaly, she has an Associates degree in respiratory care. For the past 12 years she has worked as a critical care RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) and is certified in advanced cardiac life support. Whether helping to treat and prevent oral disease or helping someone to breathe easier, Tara enjoys improving the quality of her patient’s lives. She began working with Dr. Eastman in 2004 and is the dental hygiene area manager. Tara is married with two children.
Janelle
CRDH
Janelle joined the Eastman Team in January 2007. She received her certificate in Dental Assisting in 2003 and went on to further her education by earning her Associate of Science in Dental Hygiene from Santa Fe Community College in Gainesville, FL in 2005. She is also certified in Dental Anesthesia. Janelle is a Bradenton Native by several generations. She enjoys getting to know her patients and building relationships with them. She is passionate about her work and finds it very rewarding to see the lives of her patients change through her care. When Janelle is not caring for her patients she is with her family. She has been happily married to her middle school sweetheart for over 13 years and they have 3 beautiful children. They enjoy sports, coaching baseball, boating, fishing, working out, doing home improvements and anything outdoors. She is also a huge Florida Gators fan. GO GATORS!
Brett
RDH
Brett received his Associate of Science degree in Dental Hygiene from SPJC in St. Petersburg, FL in 1998. He began working with Dr. Eastman in 1999 and found his niche. He completed Nobel Biocare’s training on NobelGuide: Computer planning Software for Dental Implants in 2005 during its initial release in the U.S. and prepares CT scans for viewing by Dr. Eastman. He carries multiple roles in the office, as Study Club Coordinator for the Manatee Study Club, practice liaison and Area Manager for marketing and technology. He enjoys the outdoors, loves technology and has an artistic/creative side. He is a fifth-generation native Florida resident who is married, father of two boys and volunteers with the Cub Scouts serving as Cub Master for Pack 46 in Bradenton.
Bobbi
RDH
Bio coming soon.
Andrea
Dental Assistant
Andrea received her certification in Dental assisting from Manatee Technical College in 2010 and has been loving her profession ever since! She was born and raised in Bradenton, Florida and is fluent in both Spanish and English. Andrea’s passion is helping people and her priority is patient care. She takes pride in her job and works closely with our doctors and team as the clinical area manager. Although dentistry is a huge part of her life, she is equally passionate about spending quality time with her family and close friends. Andrea looks forward to building a relationship with all our patients at Eastman Periodontics.
Alicia
Bio coming soon.
Alyssa
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Diana
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Stevie
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Shellie
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Miriam
Inter-office Correspondent & Communications
Miriam has been with Eastman Periodontics for over 10 years and controls all outgoing written communications via postal, email and fax with referring offices. Her warm and inviting personality makes her a pleasure to work with. Being a mother is Miriam’s most shining accomplishment. She is extremely proud of her two children and loves spending time with her family and three grandchildren.
Ozzy
Hygiene Appointment Coordinator
As the Hygiene Coordinator, Ozzy is always first on the phone to schedule maintenance cleanings and answer questions. Ozzy started with us in February 2015. He is full of energy and wears a smile both on and off of the phone. Our team enjoys his excellent sense of humor and loves working with him. He finds working in the dental field exciting and full of learning opportunities. He wants to follow his career path as a RN and wants to become part of our clinical team. He enjoys an active lifestyle with his wife and two children.
Rebecca
Clinical Appointment Coordinator
Rebecca joined the practice in 2013 after leaving Michael’s Arts and Crafts as a customer experience manager. Being a past paramedic, she missed being in the medical field and has a passion for helping others through her position as financial coordinator. She processes all insurance related transactions and helps answer any questions patients’ may have regarding their coverage. Rebecca also reviews the financial aspect of our patients’ treatment plans and helps make financial arrangements for them. Originally from Indiana, she spent 28 years in Michigan before moving to Florida in 2011. She loves sharing her arts and crafts with friends. She has 2 children, 7 grandchildren and 2 mini dachshunds.
Cruise
IT Manager
Cruise earned his Bachelors in Information Technology Systems Administration December of 2015. He helps manage computer issues, data entry and IT projects around the office. He began working for Dr. Eastman since September of 2006, and still loves the atmosphere and work environment he experiences today. He is a Florida resident whom recently had a baby boy.
Starea
Appointment Coordinator
Starea grew up in a small town in northern Wisconsin and now resides in Ellenton with her husband, son and dog. She attended University of Wisconsin Stevens Point where she obtained a Bachelor of Science in Psychology emphasizing on Human Services. She moved south to get out of the cold and to be closer to family! As our scheduling coordinator she is one of the kind and friendly voices you hear when setting up an appointment or if you have general questions. She is truly personable, and her kindness is infectious. In her free time, she enjoys being outside, camping, going to the beach and spending time with her family and dog. She also loves her Wisconsin Sports. GO PACKERS!!!
Starea
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Ashley
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