Meet The Team
Hillsborough's Dynamic Duo
Dr. Lau and Dr. Latta first met at the UNC School of Dentistry in 2013, forming a fast friendship that grew over time – especially after they were selected for the UNC Mexico Project. Together, they spent a year fundraising and planning for a month-long service trip to rural Mexico, developing a deep working bond and mutual respect for each others’ strengths. After graduation, Dr. Latta pursued a GPR in Portland, while Dr. Lau moved to Hillsborough and worked in private practice in the Triangle. Once reunited, they began planning their dream dental practice, Eno River Dental. Despite the challenges of opening during the COVID-19 pandemic, they successfully launched the practice in December 2020. Since then, they’ve focused on growing the practice, prioritizing high-quality service, and assembling a top-tier team to help them achieve their vision.
Dr. Caroline Latta
Having grown up in Hillsborough, Dr. Latta couldn’t think of anywhere better to start a dental practice! She completed her undergraduate studies in Evolutionary Anthropology at Duke University and then made the long trek 8 miles down the road to attend dental school at UNC. After obtaining her DDS degree in 2017, Dr. Latta moved to Portland, Oregon to complete a one-year general practice residency at the Veterans Affairs hospital expanding her skills while treating former military members. While the Pacific Northwest is gorgeous, North Carolina was calling her home and she has been practicing in the Triangle ever since!
When not at the office, Dr. Latta can be found exploring everything the Triangle (and the world) has to offer. She adores her two mischievous cats, Maverick and Ragnar, who were definitely dogs in their past lives. Dr. Latta also has a knack for puzzles, baking, and hand-lettering.
Dr. Latta has many fond memories of her hometown from Hog Day to adventures at Camp Chestnut Ridge, eating at the Colonial Inn to ice skating (somewhat poorly) at the Sportsplex. She has enjoyed seeing the influx of new local businesses and restaurants to Hillsborough and is excited to become an integral part of the local community! These days you’ll likely find her walking along the Riverwalk, downing some food at Hillsborough BBQ, or catching a beautiful sunset at Maple View (okay, she’s there for the ice cream too…).
Dr. Sharon Lau
Dr. Lau grew up in the not-so-little-anymore town of Florence, SC before attending UNC for her undergraduate studies in Biology. She loved the campus so much that she signed up for four more years at the dental school – go heels! After graduating with her DDS degree in 2017, she moved to Hillsborough with her husband, Isaac, to escape the hustle and bustle of Chapel Hill and to return to small-town living. Though she enjoyed working as an associate around the Triangle, she was ready to plant her permanent roots in the Hillsborough area and make a lasting positive impact on her community!
Aside from her passion for creating smiles, Dr. Lau is a bit of a crazy horse gal. Though Scarlett, her redhead mare is no longer competing, Dr. Lau is an active member of the horse community and still enjoys eventing with her horsey friends. If she’s not at the office creating beautiful smiles, she’s probably out riding her horse or taking care of the farm. She and her husband currently live in Cedar Grove with the rest of their four-legged children: an adventure-loving border collie (Ruby) and their three silly, quirky kitties (Abigail, Cleo, & Birdie).
The Laus are healthily obsessed with all things local and love exploring the area! You can catch them getting drinks at Botanist & Barrel, smashing some wings at the Nickel, or grabbing coffee at Cup A Joe.
Dr. Cassie White
Dr. White is originally from Kannapolis, NC. Coming from a long lime of Tar Heels, it was only fitting that she completed her undergraduate studies and dental school at UNC Chapel Hill. She’s a huge Carolina fan! Following dental school, Dr. White continued her dental education through an Advanced Education in General Dentistry program through the University of Florida in beautiful St. Petersburg, FL.
While Dr. White thoroughly enjoyed the sun, beach, and warm temperatures of Florida, she always knew NC was home. She now resides in Apex, NC with her fiancé, Will, and pups – Wilson and Penny.
Dr. White is excited to have joined Eno River Dental as an associate and has enjoyed getting to know all our incredible patients! When she’s not doing dentistry, you can find her traveling, trying new restaurants around the Triangle, and petting ALLL the dogs…cats too – she loves animals! Dr. White is looking forward to exploring all that Hillsborough has to offer and would love to hear your best local recommendations!
Registered Dental Hygienists
Lauren
Lauren grew up in the small town of Winterville in eastern North Carolina. She attended East Carolina University while working as an Orthodontic Assistant and quickly realized that her passion was Dental Hygiene. In 2017, she was accepted into the Dental Hygiene program at Wayne Community College and obtained her hygiene license in 2019. After graduation she moved to Raleigh where she met her husband, Dylan.
She is very active in her church, and in her free time she likes to travel and spend time with her family, friends, and her two cats: Izzy and Nicolai. Her favorite part of her job is getting to meet new patients and educating them on how to maintain a happy and healthy smile. She looks forward to meeting you!
Rachel
Rachel moved to Durham from the Midwest in 2022 after graduating from the College of Lake County in 2015, where she obtained her dental hygiene license. She strives to help people reach their healthy smile potential and looks forward to getting to know her patients along the way. Rachel is a huge foodie and an avid traveler – she always has her next few trips planned, just ask her where she’s going next if you need recommendations! She’s having a marvelous time exploring all that North Carolina has to offer with her husband and their dog, and welcomes any local recommendations you can send her way!
Chelsey
Chelsey grew up in the suburbs of New Jersey but lived most of her adult life in NYC before moving to The Triangle in 2023 with her fiancé. She earned her dental hygiene degree from Bergen Community College in 2017. After graduating, she worked in NYC with high-end cosmetic dentists to restore smiles. Her most favorite parts of her job are empowering patients to take control of their own oral health and helping lessen their anxiety around dentistry. Outside of dentistry, she enjoys cooking, trying new restaurants, hiking, and traveling with her family and friends. If you’re heading to NYC for a trip, be sure to ask her for some recommendations – she’s got the inside scoop on where to find the best pizza, bagels, and more!
Dental Assistants
Cassidy
Cassidy is from Mebane and still calls it home! She graduated from the Dental Assistant Training Centers (DATC) in 2016 with her certificate in Dental Assisting and has since then taken the national board exam to earn her Certified Dental Assistant status. She loves getting to know patients and helping them feel at ease during dental procedures. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her husband, Matt, and her family and taking trips to the beach. She’s very active in her church and loves the outdoors but don’t let her sweet smile fool you – she’ll outrace you on a 4-wheeler any day!
Kaycie
Kaycie grew up nearby in Alamance Country. She graduated from the dental assisting program at Alamance Community College in 2021 and began her dental career in Oral Surgery. After three years in the oral surgery world, she had a change of heart and wanted to return to General Dentistry. She loves working closely with our patients to help them achieve the smile of their dreams and her passion for organization helps keep this office tidy! She resides in Snow Camp with her husband and two fur babies – Copper, a fun, wild chocolate lab who loves nothing more than to play fetch, and Salem, a Great Dane who wants nothing to do but cuddle. If you don’t see Kaycie at the office, she’s most likely at her favorite spot, Southport, NC, or planning her next adventure!
Sarah
Originally from Florida, Sarah graduated with her certificate in Expanded Functions Dental Assisting in 2018. Following graduation, she moved to Washington state for a few years and then to Maryland, where she honed her dental skills in a busy group practice. She then relocated to NC and joined us at ERD in August 2024. Since she was 16, Sarah always wanted to be in the dental field. Her main goal is not only to assist in improving her patients’ health, but also to boost their confidence in themselves by perfecting their smiles. Outside of work she enjoys spending time rummaging through bookstores for her next read, exercising her creativity through art projects, and cuddling with her fur babies – Luna, Angel and Aya.
Vivianne
A Greensboro native, Vivianne earned her Dental Assisting Certificate from Sunrise School of Dental Assisting in 2024 and joined our practice shortly after. She enjoys meeting patients and is always willing to lend a helping hand when needed within the practice and to our patients. Outside of work, she loves shopping (retail therapy!), spending time with her family, boyfriend, and friends, and, of course, snuggling her fur baby, Lulu. She loves traveling and will do anything for the perfectly ripe piece of fruit; it’s her favorite!
Patient Support Team
Jess
Jess started her dental career in 2016 and got her DANB certification in 2018. Since day one, she’s been striving to excel in both clinical and front office settings, and man, is she good at her job. She can battle with your insurance company on your behalf one minute, then help the doctors with your painless procedure the next! You would never know by the way that she’s always hovering near a heater, but Jess was born in rural New England and lived there for most of her life. She and her husband, Matt, moved down to Burlington in 2022 in search of warmer weather and longer seasons of outdoor activities. Whether going on an intense hike, fishing, golfing, or just lying in a hammock, she loves to be in nature as much as possible. When she isn’t enjoying the outdoors, you can find her curled up with her two cats, Luke and Leia Skywhisker, reading a good book and sipping on (decaf) coffee.
Kay
Kay was born in Caswell County and currently resides in Burlington with her family. She graduated from the Dental Assistant Training Centers (DATC) in 2020, earning her certificate in Dental Assisting. She quickly realized that her true calling is on the front end of the dental visit and prides herself in making sure patients feel welcomed and cared for as soon as they step foot into our practice. Passionate about helping patients become more comfortable with dentistry through building connections, Kay has a knack for making ERD feel like home. Outside of work, she enjoys creating delicious meals, taking trips to VA beach, and cherishing quality time with her husband and two kids.
Karley
Born and raised in Granville County, Karley has always called North Carolina home, but only recently moved to Hillsborough in 2023! She graduated from NC Dental U with her dental assisting certificate in 2022 and started her dental career in an orthodontic practice. She decided to shift gears and try general dentistry in 2023 when she relocated to Hillsborough and quickly fell in love with all that general dentistry has to offer! Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and partner, Wyatt. They love exploring the Riverwalk, trying the newest sushi restaurant, or catching their next tee time at the golf course. They’re thrilled to be adding a new member to their family soon and cannot wait to share with the little one all that Hillsborough has to offer!