Dr. Laura L Szymanski, DDS

Laura Szymanski D.M.D
Dr. Laura Szymanski has been practicing dentistry since 2000. She heard the calling to the dental field at age five when her father, Dr. David Szymanski graduated from dental school. Even though starting a practice from the ground up was extremely challenging, he came home happy everyday and told stories about what happened each day. Dr. Laura worked at the office during high school and college. She has had the opportunity to perform every job at the practice from secretary through dentist. She is aware how crucial each job is to making the practice successful and appreciates how hard the entire team works on a daily basis. She enjoys going to work and forging long term relationships with her patients.
Dr. Laura graduated from St. Pius X high school in 1991 and went to Muhlenberg College majoring in Biology & Latin. She graduated from in 1995 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. Dr. Laura attended Temple University School of Dentistry from 1999-2000. She …started practicing in July of 2000. She continues to take education classes every year, usually attending the Hinman Dental Conference in Atlanta. The classes are extremely important to keep abreast of the most recent dental innovations.
Dr. Laura married Will in August of 2007. She is the joy of their lives! When she is not at work, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, their two dogs, Winslow and Sherman, and Casey, their cat. She also likes taking photos, baking and cooking, golfing, boating, and tennis.
Janet Nomland - Registered Dental Hygienist-has been in the dental field since 1977. She originally worked as a dental assistant for two years prior to attending Montgomery County Community College for dental hygiene. Janet graduated in 1977 with an associate's degree in Dental Hygiene and has enjoyed working with our office ever since.
In her free time, Janet spends time with her family, gardening, crafting, skiing, and playing with her Labrador Retrievers.
Karen Keifrider - Registered Dental Hygienist-joined our practice in the fall of 2002. She enjoys helping patients achieve optimal dental health. She resides in Douglassville with her husband, Kevin and daughters, Stephanie and Emily. In her free time, she enjoys being with her family and friends. She also has two Boxers, Kirby and Chase. She enjoys baking and working out as well.
Terri Payne - Registered Dental Hygienist-joined our practice in July 2004 as a dental assistant while pursuing her degree in dental hygiene. She graduated with honors in May 2008 from Montgomery County Community College. Terri takes great pleasure in getting to know her patients on a personal level and educating them on the proper care of their teeth and gums, so they may maintain optimum systemic health. On her downtime, you can find Terri spending time with her husband, Jim, and their two daughters, Chelsea and Casey. She enjoys camping, reading, shopping, and play with her dog, Sydney.
Barbara Repa RDH-has been a member of our staff since October 2003. She received her Associate's degree from Montgomery County Community College in May 2000 and also holds a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Kutztown University. Barbara resides in Pottstown with her two sons and husband. She enjoys volunteering at her church, participating in a variety of activities with her children, reading, and knitting.
Krista Rose - Certified Dental Assistant-has been with the Szymanski Kershner dental team since 2002. She attended Berks Career and Technology Center, and graduated in 2001 with her certificate in Dental Assiting. When she is not working at the office, she enjoys spending time with her husband Jason and their son Alex.
Kim Patton - Dental Assistant-has been an assistant with our office since 2002. She has been working in the dental field since 1981. Kim enjoys camping, the beach, hanging out with her husband, Rick, their three grown children, and their dogs.
Robin Hall - Dental Assistant-has been