All our professionals at BERNARD DENTAL, strive to maintain the highest levels of accreditation and pursue ongoing education to stay abreast of the latest trends in dentistry.
The brief descriptions below are designed to familiarize you with our staff’s training, professional credentials and work experience.
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Dr. JoAnne M. BernardDr. Bernard has been practicing dentistry in the Crofton/Bowie area for 30 years. From children to seniors, she offers complete dental care for every member of the family in a comfortable, trusted and convenient manner.
Dr. Bernard graduated Magna Cum Laude from University of Maryland Dental School, Baltimore College of Dental Surgery in 1988. She is an Omicron Kappa Upsilon Member, a National Dental Honor Society founded in 1914 to recognize scholarship and character in the dental profession.
Dr. Bernard has served as a Dean’s Faculty Clinical Restorative Instructor helping dental students in the Dental School Clinics. She continues her dedication to the field of dentistry through attending multiple hours of continuing education each year, keeping up with current changes in the field of dentistry.
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Linda - Insurance and Patient Care CoordinatorLinda joined our dental team 20 years ago, started as a Dental Assistant and changed her role to Office Manager/Billing Administrator. She has increased knowledge of insurance claims processing, helping to maximize patient’s benefits.
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Tanja - Dental HygienistTanja is a graduate of the University Of Maryland School Of Dentistry, with a B.S Degree in Dental Hygiene. With over 30 years of experience, she has had the pleasure of working in a myriad of areas within dental specialty - from working as a Dental Assistant, Dental Technician, to working as a Dentist in her home country of Serbia. She is also certified in administering local anesthetic and monitoring nitrous oxide conscious sedation, to increase patient comfort during dental hygiene procedures.
Her passion is assisting patients maintain their overall oral health, and minimize tooth decay, by providing the highest form of preventive care. Tanja is a zealous advocate for increasing health literacy, and goes the extra mile for her patients, making sure that her patients have all the information to make wiser choices about improving their oral health. She is continuously educating herself by taking continuous education webinars and lectures, in the latest dental advancements. Tanja is a member of the American Dental Hygienist Association, Dental Hygiene Study Club, and Phi Theta Kappa honor society. She has also volunteered at the Veterans Affairs Dental Clinic and the Mission of Mercy.
In her spare time, Tanja enjoys spending time with her family, and her twins keep her quite busy.
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Emily - Dental HygienistEmily has been with our office since July 2024. Emily graduated from dental hygiene school at the Community College of Baltimore County. As an active member of the American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA). Emily is dedicated to providing top-notch dental care to all patients.
Outside of work, Emily enjoys spending her free time cooking, painting, and running. She finds these activities not only enjoyable but also a great way to stay creative and active.
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Nora - Office Manager/Dental AssistantNora has been part of our dental team since 2021. She received her Dental Assisting and Radiology license at Anne Arundel Community College and Dental Assisting National Boards. Nora keeps up with her continuing care.
Nora spends her free time with family, relaxing outdoors, and is currently pursuing a Bachelors in Biotechnology at the University of Maryland Global Campus.
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Susan - Patient Care CoordinatorSusan has been with us since October 2025. She has been working in dentistry for over 20 years as a licensed dental assistant and Patient Care Coordinator. In her free time, Susan enjoys family gatherings and relaxing with her 3 dogs.
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Katie - Dental AssistantComing Soon!