Marla K. Wilson, DDS – Welcome to Our Practice!

Indianapolis holistic dentist, Marla Wilson, DDS, graduated from Indiana University School of Dentistry as salutatorian of her class in 1994. Since then, Dr. Wilson has continuously and enthusiastically pursued post-graduate education. She has received cosmetic and neuromuscular training at the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies (LVI) and aesthetics training with The Rosenthal Institute and The Nash Institute. This Indy dentist is a member of the American Academy of Facial Aesthetics, the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology and the Dental Organization of Conscious Sedation.

“My goal is to provide a unique personalized experience that focuses on your goals, your comfort, your health and your smile.”

Dr. Wilson is very proud of her two grown sons. Dr. Wilson attends Traders Point Christian Church in Zionsville and enjoys reading and taking continuing education classes. In the summertime, Dr. Wilson loves to go to Eagle Creek to paddle board, kayak and bike.

Over 25 Years of Experience

Education

• S., Purdue University, major in biology D.D.S., Indiana University School of Dentistry Salutatorian
• Fellowship in the International Congress of Oral Implantologists
• Graduate of the Misch International Implant Institute surgical program
• Graduate of the Loomis Institute of Enzyme Nutrition
• Graduate of The Center For Occlusal Studies (Orthodontics – Pediatric Interceptive Treatment, Comprehensive, Pediatric, Advanced Case and TMD/Ortho Case Finishing )
• Member of the American Academy of Facial Esthetics (Botox and Juvaderm)
• Member of International Academy of Oral Medicine Toxicology (Mercury-Free Dentistry for 20 years)
• Member of the International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine (Biological Dentistry)
• Member of the Holistic Dental Association (Dental Homeopathy)
• Member of the International Academy of Ceramic Implantology (Ceramic Implants)
• Member of the W G Sutherland Temporomandibulo-Cranial Dental Group (Dento-Cranial Diagnosis and Treatment by Manipulation)
• Member of DOCS Education (Oral sedation)
• Member of the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (SMART certified, Mercury-free dentistry since 1999)
• Member of the International Association of Orthodontics
• Graduate of the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced dental studies
• Training with the Rosenthal Institute and The Nash Institute
• Gold Level Evaluator for Dental Product Shopper

Teresa Dees, Administrative Assistant

Teresa is new to our practice as of July 2024. She comes to us with 19 years of experience as a front desk administrative assistant with a background in dental insurance. She is kind and always looking to lend a helping hand to team members. She also brings the yummiest snacks for her co-workers! She loves spending quality time with family. You will find her most Wednesday nights playing Bingo. She also loves playing Euchre, crafting, crocheting, riding bikes and roller skating. Teresa says she was warmly welcomed by Dr. Wilson’s friendly staff that she looks forward to working many years here at PDC!

Karin Million, RDH

Karin is our dental hygienist and has been with our practice since 1999. With so many years here, the team and many of her patients feel more like extended family to her. She loves dentistry and takes pride in providing thorough, yet gentle, cleanings. Karin’s biggest blessing is being a mama to her son and doggy. She attends Connection Pointe in Brownsburg and enjoys music/singing. She loves essential oils and wishes more days included fishing. Karin likes to have fun and is always sure to bring a laugh to us throughout our workday.

Courtney Sheedy, EFDA

Courtney is an expanded duties dental assistant at Premier Dental Care. She started in 2012 and states, “I fell in love with the practice when I started my externship and immediately knew that this is the dental practice I wanted to start my career in.” She loves helping patients learn more about their dentistry-associated health and recreating smiles. In her spare time, she loves spending quality time with her husband and son. They love going to the racetrack and the zoo in the summertime. They also enjoy playing in the backyard with their dog, Primer.

Heather Richardson EFDA
TMD, Sleep & Orthodontic Assistant

Heather is married and has a beautiful, remarkable daughter. She has two amazing, big lap dogs and a non-mouser cat. She is incredibly passionate about dentistry and has been with Premier Dental Care since 2001. She enjoys researching, learning and implementing all the advancements of dentistry into our dental practice. Heather is a multi-tasker and can often be found transitioning from chairside to front office, to handling any IT needs that may arise. She likes to think of herself as a very versatile employee that cannot be defined by a title. The patients she interacts with at our practice are very important to her, and it brings her great joy and satisfaction knowing that she is giving them the highest level of care. They deserve that. If she could, Heather would treat all of them from initial phone call to completion of their treatment. Thankfully, when this is not possible, we have an amazing and competent team at Premier Dental Care that share all responsibilities.

In her spare time, you can find Heather spending time with her family, friends, dogs or grand puppy,
kayaking, or attending an outdoor music festival or concert.

Kris Smiley
Insurance Benefits Verification Coordinator

Kris has served as Premier Dental Care’s trusted Insurance Benefits Verification Coordinator since 2010. Her many years of experience helps her confirm every detail of patients’ coverage to guarantee they receive full use of entitled benefits. Kris strives to eradicate the confusion insurance plans can create, and ensure no unwelcome billing surprises down the road.

Kris is always willing to contribute wherever needed, helping PDC operations flow smoothly each day.

Gina Fisher
Front Office Coordinator

Gina is our front office coordinator. After earning a degree in Education from Indiana University, she married her husband, who was in the Air Force. With frequent military moves, it was more convenient to substitute teach, which she enjoyed. After retiring from active duty, they moved back to their hometown. Being a patient at PDC for five years, she was excited to join the staff. Gina enjoys connecting with patients and making them feel comfortable and welcome. In her free time, she enjoys frequent gatherings with her friends and big extended family. She is very proud of her three children and her two dogs.