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James Lowder

DDS

Dr. James Lowder was born and raised in Shreveport, Louisiana. He graduated from C.E. Byrd High School. Dr. Lowder earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Lowder completed dental school at LSU School of Dentistry and obtained his Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) degree. Dr. Lowder is Faculty Gratis Clinical Assistant Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at LSUHS Shreveport where he is the assistant program director of the General Practice Residency Program. There, Dr. Lowder specializes in treating individuals with mental or physical disabilities. Dr. Lowder is trained in advanced botulinum toxin treatment, dermal filler, and PDO smooth threads. He is a member of the Special Care Dentistry Association, the American Dental Association, and past president President of the Northwest Louisiana Dental Association. Dr. Lowder finds joy in spending time with his wife, Katie, and his three sons, Huck, Camp, and Crew.

Carlee Gilley

DDS

Dr. Carlee Gilley, her husband Jamie, and sons Nash and Hayes currently reside in Benton, Louisiana. She graduated from Benton High School and obtained a bachelor’s in Biology with a minor in Chemistry from Louisiana Tech University. After graduation, she attended Texas A&M Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas, Texas where she graduated on the Dean’s Honors List and received the Removable Prosthodontic award. She is a member of the American Dental Association and Louisiana Dental Association. Carlee is trained in advanced botulinum toxin treatment, dermal filler, and PDO smooth threads. She has a passion for cosmetic dental treatment as well as general dentistry. When not at work, Carlee enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and staying involved in the community.

Richard “Reed” Moore

DDS

Dr. Richard “Reed” Moore was born and raised in Benton, Louisiana where he graduated from Benton High School. After high school, Reed graduated from Louisiana State University of Shreveport with a degree in Biology and then moved to New Orleans where he attended the LSU School of Dentistry. He is a member of the American Dental Association and the Louisiana Dental Association. Dr. Moore is trained in advanced botulinum toxin treatment, dermal filler, and PDO smooth threads. He is a member of the Special Care Dentistry Association, the American Dental Association, and past president President of the Northwest Louisiana Dental Association. Dr. Moore is married to his high school sweetheart Laura Moore and has two wonderful boys, Lake and Dux. While not in the office, he enjoys making memories with his family and time on the water. Dr. Moore is a dedicated family man and takes that same approach to loving and taking care of his patients. He strives to make everyone feel part of the Southern Roots Family.

Mary Elise Fox

DDS, MPH

Dr. Mary Elise Fox was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana. She graduated from the Academy of the Sacred Heart. Dr. Fox earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Spring Hill College in Mobile, Alabama, and a Masters in Public Health with a focus on Health Policy and Systems Management from LSU Health Sciences Center. After graduation, Dr. Fox attended LSU School of Dentistry where she obtained her Doctorate of Dental Surgery Degree. Dr. Fox loves spending her time with her husband, Luis, and her parents that live just down the block. She is a member of the American Dental Association, Louisiana Dental Association, and the Special Care Dentistry Association.

Morgan VanZandt

DDS

Dr. Morgan VanZandt was born and raised in Baton Rouge, LA. She graduated from St. Michael the Archangel High School and then attended Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, where she was an active member of the Delta Gamma sorority and several academic organizations. After graduating from LSU in 2013, Dr. VanZandt was admitted to the LSU School of Dentistry in New Orleans, LA. During dental school, she was actively involved in Delta Sigma Delta dental fraternity and served as President her senior year. Upon graduating from dental school in 2017, Dr. VanZandt and her family moved to Shreveport, LA to begin her dental practice. She is a member of the American Dental Association and the Louisiana Dental Association. She is trained in advanced botulinum toxin treatment, dermal filler, and PDO smooth threads. Dr. VanZandt is married to Joseph VanZandt, also of Baton Rouge, LA. They have two daughters, Vivian and Ruthie.

Andrew Murphy

DDS

Dr. Andrew G. Murphy started his private practice of dentistry on June 25th, 1983, shortly after graduating from the LSU School of Dentistry in New Orleans. He bought his practice from Dr. Walter C. Platt, a long-time resident of Desoto Parish. Dr. Murphy graduated from Jesuit High School in 1975 and LSUS in 1979. During the thirty-nine years here in Mansfield, Dr. Murphy has been president of the Desoto Parish Chamber of Commerce, Desoto Parish Historical Society, Mansfield Lions Club, and Mansfield Crime Stoppers. He is a member of the American Dental Association, the Louisiana Dental Association, and the NorthWest Louisiana Dental Association. He is a past member of the International College of Dentists and the Academy of General Dentistry. Dr. Murphy was also the president of the LSU School of Dentistry Alumni Association. Dr.Murphy married Kelly Thomas of Wheaton, Illinois shortly after he graduated from dental school. They have three children, Jimmy (Leigh), Laura (Brad), and Joseph (Kelsey); and five grandchildren. On October 1st, 2021, Dr. Murphy sold Mansfield Dental Clinic to Southern Roots Dentistry where he happily works today.

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James Lowder

DDS

Dr. James Lowder was born and raised in Shreveport, Louisiana. He graduated from C.E. Byrd High School. Dr. Lowder earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Lowder completed dental school at LSU School of Dentistry and obtained his Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) degree. Dr. Lowder is Faculty Gratis Clinical Assistant Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at LSUHS Shreveport where he is the assistant program director of the General Practice Residency Program. There, Dr. Lowder specializes in treating individuals with mental or physical disabilities. Dr. Lowder is trained in advanced botulinum toxin treatment, dermal filler, and PDO smooth threads. He is a member of the Special Care Dentistry Association, the American Dental Association, and past president President of the Northwest Louisiana Dental Association. Dr. Lowder finds joy in spending time with his wife, Katie, and his three sons, Huck, Camp, and Crew.

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Carlee Gilley

DDS

Dr. Carlee Gilley, her husband Jamie, and sons Nash and Hayes currently reside in Benton, Louisiana. She graduated from Benton High School and obtained a bachelor’s in Biology with a minor in Chemistry from Louisiana Tech University. After graduation, she attended Texas A&M Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas, Texas where she graduated on the Dean’s Honors List and received the Removable Prosthodontic award. She is a member of the American Dental Association and Louisiana Dental Association. Carlee is trained in advanced botulinum toxin treatment, dermal filler, and PDO smooth threads. She has a passion for cosmetic dental treatment as well as general dentistry. When not at work, Carlee enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and staying involved in the community.

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Richard “Reed” Moore

DDS

Dr. Richard “Reed” Moore was born and raised in Benton, Louisiana where he graduated from Benton High School. After high school, Reed graduated from Louisiana State University of Shreveport with a degree in Biology and then moved to New Orleans where he attended the LSU School of Dentistry. He is a member of the American Dental Association and the Louisiana Dental Association. Dr. Moore is trained in advanced botulinum toxin treatment, dermal filler, and PDO smooth threads. Dr. Moore is married to his high school sweetheart Laura Moore and has two wonderful boys, Lake and Dux. While not in the office, he enjoys making memories with his family and time on the water. Dr. Moore is a dedicated family man and takes that same approach to loving and taking care of his patients. He strives to make everyone feel part of the Southern Roots Family.

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Mary Elise Fox

DDS, MPH

Dr. Mary Elise Fox was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana. She graduated from the Academy of the Sacred Heart. Dr. Fox earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Spring Hill College in Mobile, Alabama, and a Masters in Public Health with a focus on Health Policy and Systems Management from LSU Health Sciences Center. After graduation, Dr. Fox attended LSU School of Dentistry where she obtained her Doctorate of Dental Surgery Degree. Dr. Fox loves spending her time with her husband, Luis, and her parents that live just down the block. She is a member of the American Dental Association, Louisiana Dental Association, and the Special Care Dentistry Association.

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Morgan VanZandt

DDS

Dr. Morgan VanZandt was born and raised in Baton Rouge, LA. She graduated from St. Michael the Archangel High School and then attended Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, where she was an active member of the Delta Gamma sorority and several academic organizations. After graduating from LSU in 2013, Dr. VanZandt was admitted to the LSU School of Dentistry in New Orleans, LA. During dental school, she was actively involved in Delta Sigma Delta dental fraternity and served as President her senior year. Upon graduating from dental school in 2017, Dr. VanZandt and her family moved to Shreveport, LA to begin her dental practice. She is a member of the American Dental Association and the Louisiana Dental Association. She is trained in advanced botulinum toxin treatment, dermal filler, and PDO smooth threads. Dr. VanZandt is married to Joseph VanZandt, also of Baton Rouge, LA. They have two daughters, Vivian and Ruthie.

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Andrew Murphy

DDS

Dr. Andrew G. Murphy started his private practice of dentistry on June 25th, 1983, shortly after graduating from the LSU School of Dentistry in New Orleans. He bought his practice from Dr. Walter C. Platt, a long-time resident of Desoto Parish. Dr. Murphy graduated from Jesuit High School in 1975 and LSUS in 1979. During the thirty-nine years here in Mansfield, Dr. Murphy has been president of the Desoto Parish Chamber of Commerce, Desoto Parish Historical Society, Mansfield Lions Club, and Mansfield Crime Stoppers. He is a member of the American Dental Association, the Louisiana Dental Association, and the NorthWest Louisiana Dental Association. He is a past member of the International College of Dentists and the Academy of General Dentistry. Dr. Murphy was also the president of the LSU School of Dentistry Alumni Association. Dr.Murphy married Kelly Thomas of Wheaton, Illinois shortly after he graduated from dental school. They have three children, Jimmy (Leigh), Laura (Brad), and Joseph (Kelsey); and five grandchildren. On October 1st, 2021, Dr. Murphy sold Mansfield Dental Clinic to Southern Roots Dentistry where he happily works today.

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The entire staff were Super friendly and knowledgeable. They made me feel comfortable and helped me gain my confidence back through their treatments. I'm definitely recommending this... Dentistry to everyone I know.read more
Samantha C.
This is by far, one of the absolute best dentist office to visit !! The staff was so friendly and helpful, they really seemed to be enjoying their job of caring for their patients.
Hannah T.
The doctor and ladies that assisted us were great and we have changed from Shreveport bossier dental to southern roots dentistry
Trina M.
I had a great experience at my dental appointment. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable, and the dentist provided personalized recommendations for my oral health, such as specific tips... for brushing and flossing. Additionally, the office environment was clean and comfortable, making the visit much more pleasant. I highly recommend this place.read more
Kristina R.
Very friendly and communicate well. Will recommend to everyone
Geoffry M.
I visited this Office and was very impressed with the Office and it’s Staff. Beautiful office, pretty and professional Receptionist. Music was playing and everyone was cordial and... professional. Warm and caring atmosphere.read more
Tonnie J.
These professionals are always friendly and genuinely concerned about your treatment. I'm very pleased and recommend them.
Cindy B.
They are just absolutely perfect i loved every moment of it. They make you dentist appt so relaxed and calming makes it feel like a getaway. Definitely will be using them for all my dentist... needsread more
Ro'Leicia R.
Amazing place! Made my son feel comfortable & excited for a return. They gave my 2 year old colors and coloring pages to entertain her. The office is nice and clean, has a cozy feeling... environment. Every staff member I spoke with was kind! Highly recommend!!read more
Allyson S.
Best staff ever!!! So efficient and friendly! And best results ever!!!
Michelle B.
Dr. James treated my broken tooth very well and was very courteous and helpful. He also handled my root canal perfectly despite the setbacks caused by technological issues with the X-rays
Dk H.
I am over the moon with this place. Do I really need dental work to hang out with such great people. Dr Moore and the ladies take such great care of me as a patient. They are more like my... dental family. They go above and beyond to make sure I have everything I need. On top of their 5 star dental review that I’m leaving, last Monday I went in for a crown and left with a forehead full of Botox. 9 dollars a unit. No gimmicks no tricks. He didn’t even need to numb me and it was a top notch experience. The results are exciting to say the least. I would leave a longer review but I think you get the point. Southern Roots is where it’s at. We will grow old together lol 😀🦷🌟 - Abby Satterthwaiteread more
Absolutely Abigail’s B.
Today was my first time visiting the office. I must say the environment was great and the staff was amazing. I would recommend to anyone.
Rashida M.
Such a pleasant experienceEveryone was so happy and so very niceDr. James is one of the most down to earth and very professional dentist I have been to. Thank y’all and please never... change the way your office operatesread more
Anna K.
Dr Moore and his staff are hands down the best around!! They are all extremely knowledgeable and go above and beyond to make the experience great!! I highly recommend them!!!
Ashley C.
The nicest people in Minden work at Southern Roots. They are so caring and explain everything in great detail. Love it!
Shanda G.
I stumbled across SRD on Facebook and made an appointment because I had been having some sensitivity. Scheduling my appointment was fast and easy, upon arriving I felt so welcomed by staff!... I went in for a consultation and turned out I needed a root canal 🤣 Dr.Reed Moore performed my root canal and it was the most pleasant experience (even for a root canal 😂) so pleasant in fact I ended up dozing off for a few seconds hahah. I highly recommend SRD if you’re debating it. Everyone is so kind and just wonderful.I’m still relatively new to the Bossier/Shreveport area, I wish I would have known about about Southern Roots earlier!read more
Vanessa M.
I love Southern Roots everyone energy is so positive and they treat you like family. I had a WONDERFUL experience here.
Brittany P.
My son and I had the best experience ever. They were very attentive to our concerns and needs. Service was nice and quick as well.
nicole K.
They are awesome! Make my 5 yr old so comfortable and her visit a breeze no issues and work fast ! Very organized and professional everyone is really sweet !!
Leah G.
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