Originally from Lawton, Oklahoma, Dr. Jackson loves that dentistry is so unique—no two days or patients are ever the same! She deeply enjoys helping people achieve their dental goals, whether this involves getting them out of pain or renewing their confidence with a smile makeover, and it feels special every single time. She’s eager to welcome you into our practice in El Reno and show you what modern dentistry can do for you, but first, you can learn a little more about her below.
Why Did You Decide to Become a Dentist?
Dr. Jackson started thinking about becoming a dentist while still in high school. She had done a lot of medical mission work through her church and knew she wanted to go into some sort of healthcare profession. On these mission trips, she got to see firsthand how quickly dentists were able to get someone out of pain and transform their smile, and this convinced her that it was the career path she wanted to pursue.
“I love dentistry because it allows me to help others while having long-term relationships with my patients, which is one of the things that I’ve really been thankful to experience. I will always endeavor to build and maintain these relationships with trust and high-quality dentistry in a positive environment.”
Where Did You Study Dentistry?
Dr. Jackson attended Cameron University and earned a BS in Cell and Molecular Biology with a minor in Chemistry in 2014. She went on to the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry and received her Doctor of Dental Surgery in 2019.
After graduating, Dr. Jackson completed a residency in Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) at OU, which is an elite program where she was one of just six residents chosen to receive advanced training in dental implant placement, surgical procedures, complex restorative dentistry, full mouth rehabilitation, digital dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, and more.
Dr. Jackson is passionate about continuing education and is constantly striving to add more knowledge to maintain and enhance her skills, which is why she is a member of the:
Outside of the Dental Office, What Do You Like to Do?
Dr. Jackson is married to our own Dr. Eric Parsons, and their family is completed by their three dogs: Lucy, Sunny, and Winry. Outside of dentistry, she loves to bake, travel, watch documentaries, go for walks with her fur buddies, and read. In fact, she reads about 50 books each year!
