Meet Our Team

Experienced, compassionate professionals dedicated to your family's comfort and oral health.

Dr. Heather Colson Hardy, DMD, at Colson Family Dentistry in Valdosta, Georgia
Lead Dentist

Dr. Heather Colson Hardy, DMD

Doctor of Dental Medicine · Valdosta, Georgia

Dr. Heather Colson Hardy grew up in the Valdosta area. She graduated with honors from Lowndes High School and attended Valdosta State University where she majored in Biology and History. She graduated from the Medical College of Georgia School of Dentistry in Augusta.

Credentials & Affiliations

  • American Dental Association Member
  • Georgia Dental Association Member
  • Past President, Southwestern District Dental Association
  • Fellow, Pierre Fauchard Academy
  • Graduate, MCG School of Dentistry, Augusta
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Our Team

The People Behind Your Care

Our staff is dedicated to providing each member of the family with the personalized dental care they deserve. From the minute you are greeted on the phone to the moment you enter the office, you will realize the practice is different.

Each member of our dental team participates in continuing education to continually improve their skills. We are meticulous and provide the same level of care we would give our own families.

Sylvia, Office Manager at Colson Family Dentistry

Sylvia

Office Manager Over 10 years experience

Sylvia has been working with Dr. Heather since 2018. She keeps the office running smoothly so that every patient has a seamless experience. Outside of work, she enjoys spending quality time with her family and running 5Ks.

Rachel, Front Desk Coordinator at Colson Family Dentistry

Rachel

Front Desk Patient Coordinator

Originally from Topeka, Kansas, Rachel brings warmth and hospitality to every interaction at the front desk. Before joining the dental field, she honed her attention to detail as a pastry chef and cake decorator.

Brittany, Dental Assistant at Colson Family Dentistry

Brittany

Expanded Duty Certified Dental Assistant Over 22 years experience

With over 22 years as a dental assistant, Brittany strives to give exceptional dental care with a warm and friendly demeanor. She is the proud mom of two daughters, Cali and Piper.

Krista, Dental Assistant at Colson Family Dentistry

Krista

Expanded Duty Certified Dental Assistant 8 years of chairside experience

Krista brings 8 years of chairside experience as an expanded duty certified dental assistant. She is our resident traveler and tinkerer and loves waterfalls and nature. In her free time, she can be found scouting out local hiking and water features with her family.

Becky, Dental Hygienist at Colson Family Dentistry

Becky

Dental Hygienist Over 32 years experience

Becky brings over 32 years of experience to the practice and is passionate about educating patients on the importance of oral health. She has three adult children and enjoys farm work and genealogy research in her spare time.

Toni, Dental Hygienist at Colson Family Dentistry

Toni

Dental Hygienist Over 20 years experience

Toni has over 20 years of experience in dental hygiene and has been an instructor at Wiregrass Technical College's Dental Department for more than 15 years. She works Fridays and loves spending time at the beach with her children.

Candace, Dental Hygienist at Colson Family Dentistry

Candace

Dental Hygienist 11 years experience

Candace has been a Dental Hygienist for 11 years in South Georgia and North Florida. Her experience and caring personality make every visit comfortable and positive for our patients. When not in the office, Candace loves spending time outdoors and enjoying quality time with her husband and fur baby.

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We'd love to welcome you and your family. Give us a call or send an email to schedule your first visit.

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