Team Member

Meet:

Cassidy

DA

Dental Assistant

Education

Brightpoint Community College

Certifications & Associations

X-ray Certification through VCU

When did you start your career in dentistry?

2025

Bio

Cassidy is a Richmond, Virginia native who has spent her whole life in the area, giving her a deep connection to her community and a strong sense of home. Known for her honesty and reliability, she also has a naturally funny side that comes through in everyday moments, making her someone people enjoy being around. She approaches life with a balance of focus and humor, valuing authenticity, thoughtful routines, and meaningful connections with the people around her. Cassidy enjoys the small moments in life, from a quiet morning coffee to spending time in nature, which help her stay grounded and focused.

She attended Brightpoint Community College, where she studied graphic design. That experience nurtured her creativity and taught her how to approach projects with attention to detail, organization and a problem-solving mindset, skills she brings into both her personal pursuits and her work as a dental assistant. While her career path shifted, the lessons from her design studies continue to influence her approach to challenges, giving her a unique perspective in both professional and creative settings. Cassidy’s background in design also informs her aesthetic sense and encourages her to experiment with creative solutions in everyday life.

A morning person, Cassidy is usually up by 5 a.m., using the quiet hours to get a head start on her day. She enjoys the calm of early mornings to plan, organize and set a steady pace for both work and personal life. Outside of work, she keeps a balanced routine, dedicating time to the gym with her boyfriend, running errands and staying productive while enjoying low-key moments at home. She prefers environments where she can focus and recharge, valuing simplicity, consistency and the opportunity to reflect on her goals and priorities.

Creativity and family are central to Cassidy’s personal life. She enjoys acrylic painting and drawing as ways to express herself, explore her imagination and unwind from the demands of daily life. She experiments with recipes in the kitchen to explore flavors and challenge herself in small, playful ways, often adding her own twists to classic dishes. She also enjoys playing games on her Nintendo Switch, finding it a fun way to relax while engaging her mind. When visiting her sister in Charlottesville, Cassidy likes to go on hikes, combining her love of nature with quality time together. She also enjoys spending time with her mom and visiting her mom’s cat, Mr. Coo, which has become a meaningful part of her routine and reflects her appreciation for simple, joyful moments.

Professionally, Cassidy is building her experience as a dental assistant. She brings the same reliability, attention to detail and calm approach she values in her personal life to her work, supporting her team and patients with care and professionalism. She is steadily gaining confidence, learning the ropes and contributing positively to the office environment while developing her skills.

Overall, Cassidy balances her personal interests, family, creativity and professional growth in a way that reflects her grounded and thoughtful personality. She values honesty, enjoys exploring creative outlets and approaches both work and life with purpose, humor and care, making her a dependable, genuine and well-rounded professional.

What are your favorite spots or things to do in Midlothian?

I love going to Uptown Cheapskate to shop and going to Toast for food!

Volunteer/Community Involvement

I actively contribute to my community by volunteering as a blood donor, helping save lives and support those in need.

Patient Testimonials

“Cedarwood Dentistry is outstanding! Great staff and care about their patients and treat you like family as soon as you walk in.”