CJ Henley, DMD, PA / San Marco, Jacksonville, Florida
Meet our Jacksonville dental team.
Hygienists, assistants and a front office with decades of experience, in San Marco.
Our dental team in Jacksonville is small on purpose. You see Dr. CJ Henley at every visit, along with registered dental hygienists, dental assistants and a front office team, several of whom have been with our San Marco practice for decades. And Snapper, our office therapy dog, is here every day.
- Nearly 30 yearsPJ, one of our hygienists, with our practice
- Nearly 50 yearsPaula’s experience in dentistry
- English and Spanishspoken by our hygienist PJ
- One dentistDr. Henley sees every patient himself
The short answer
Who is on our dental team in Jacksonville?
At CJ Henley, DMD, PA you see Dr. Henley at every visit. Our registered dental hygienists handle cleanings and gum care, our dental assistants work chairside with Dr. Henley, and our front office team schedules your visits and walks you through insurance and payment.
Several of our team members have spent most of their careers in dentistry, and one has taught dental hygiene at the college level. Patients often tell us the same faces are part of why they stay. Read what they say in our patient reviews.
Registered dental hygienists
Our dental hygienists.
Our hygienists see you for professional cleanings, gum care and the hygiene part of your comprehensive dental exam, and they teach you how to keep your mouth healthy between visits.
Lori Brusoski, CRDH, BSDH
Registered dental hygienist
Lori Brusoski, CRDH, BSDH, brings exceptional leadership, academic distinction, and service-oriented care to the dental profession. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Dental Hygiene from the Medical University of South Carolina and has built a career defined by excellence, education, and professional advocacy.
Lori is an active member of the American Dental Hygienists’ Association and served as President of the Northeast Florida Dental Hygienists’ Association from 2018 to 2020. She currently serves as a dental hygiene examiner with the Commission on Dental Competency Assessment (CDCA), reflecting her respected role at the national level in clinical standards and professional evaluation.
She is just as committed to community health. Lori works with the Suwannee River Area Health Education Center (SRAHEC), providing education and screenings for seniors and preventive fluoride care for Head Start children. In 2018, she was selected as one of only two dental hygienists nationwide to participate in Procter & Gamble’s Oral-B Test Drive Specialist pilot program.
Lori has also contributed extensively to dental education, previously serving as faculty at Sanford Brown College in Jacksonville, Pensacola State College, and Del Mar College in Texas. She loves teaching patients how to keep their mouths healthy.
Outside the office, Lori enjoys exercising, cooking, traveling, and spending time with her husband, a retired Naval Aviator. She is also the proud mother of a daughter and son, both currently serving as Naval Officers.
Pamela Jensen-Young, BS, CRDH
Registered dental hygienist · Speaks Spanish
Pamela Jensen-Young, BS, CRDH, known to patients as “PJ”, has been a cornerstone of our practice for nearly 30 years. With extensive clinical experience and a strong academic foundation, she holds an Associate of Science degree in Dental Hygiene from FCCJ and a Bachelor of Science in Premed Biology from the University of North Florida. She is also certified in Mass Disaster Recovery and has a longstanding interest in forensic studies, reflecting her precision-driven, analytical approach to care.
PJ is known for her calm leadership and high standards. She mentors our team and keeps our care at the level our patients expect.
Married for 30 years, PJ is the proud mother of two daughters. Outside the office, she enjoys reading, fishing, cooking, scuba diving, camping, and spending meaningful time with her family. Patients value her professionalism, warmth, and the quiet confidence that comes from decades of expertise.
Leila Kendrick, RDH
Registered dental hygienist
Leila Kendrick, RDH, is a registered dental hygienist with a lifelong connection to dentistry and a genuine passion for patient care. Born and raised in Tallahassee, Florida, Leila grew up around dentistry. With her father practicing as a dentist, she developed an early interest in preventive care and patient wellness.
She brings a calm, attentive approach to every patient interaction, focusing on comfort, education, and building long-term trust. Leila is a proud mother to one daughter and a devoted grandmother to three grandchildren, experiences that influence her warm, family-centered style of care.
Patients value her gentle technique, attention to detail, and ability to explain dental health in a clear, reassuring way. Outside the office, Leila enjoys spending time with her family and believes that strong relationships, both personal and professional, are at the heart of exceptional care.
Dental assistants
Our dental assistants.
Our dental assistants work beside Dr. Henley during crowns, veneers, implants and fillings, and they are often the ones who help anxious patients settle in, including patients who choose sedation dentistry.
Leslie Simmons, EFDA
Expanded functions dental assistant
Leslie Simmons is originally from Minnesota. She pursued advanced education with college coursework completed at Towson University in Maryland before continuing her clinical training in Florida.
Leslie completed her Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification at FSCC with honors. Patients and teammates know her as calm and capable.
She is a devoted mother of two and is married to a detective with the Clay County Sheriff's Office. Outside the office, Leslie values family time and brings the same sense of responsibility, integrity, and care to her professional life that defines her personal one.
Rose O’Meara
Dental assistant
Rose O’Meara is a dedicated dental assistant whose compassion and empathy define every patient interaction. She graduated from Sandalwood High School in Jacksonville, Florida, and went on to complete her dental assisting education at Concorde Career Institute.
Raised in a military family, Rose grew up moving throughout the United States while her father served the United States Army with distinction. That upbringing instilled in her a strong sense of adaptability, humility, and service, and you can see it in how she cares for patients today.
Rose is widely regarded as one of the most genuinely kind and empathetic members of the team. Patients consistently adore her calm presence, attentiveness, and ability to make even the most anxious visits feel comfortable and reassuring.
She is a proud mother of two and is married to a contractor based in Jacksonville. Outside the office, Rose values family, connection, and bringing care and thoughtfulness into everything she does.
Front office
Our front office team.
When you call or text, you speak with a real member of our team. Our front office schedules your visits, explains fees before treatment, and helps new patients get ready for a two-hour first visit.
We are an out-of-network practice, and our front office can help you understand how to use your dental benefits before treatment begins.
Paula Davis
Front office
Paula Davis is a cornerstone of our front office team, bringing nearly 50 years of experience in dentistry and an exceptional understanding of both patient care and practice operations. Originally from Daytona Beach, Paula began her career as a dental assistant, giving her a deep, firsthand understanding of clinical workflows that continues to inform her work today.
Over the course of her career, Paula has completed advanced professional training through the Scheduling Institute, Walter Hailey programs, and Blatchford training, in practice management and patient communication. She is personable and sharp, and patients feel welcome from their first contact with our office.
Paula’s professionalism, insight, and ability to anticipate patient needs make her an invaluable part of the practice and a trusted point of contact for both patients and team members alike.
Pricilla Stoneberger
Front office
Pricilla works at our front desk in the San Marco office. She helps patients with scheduling, check-in and questions about their visit. Call her at 904.398.1549.
One more member of our team
Meet Snapper, our office therapy dog.
Snapper is a 5-year-old Australian Labradoodle who holds the AKC Canine Good Citizen certificate. She started coming to the office as a puppy, patients loved her, and she became part of the team. She is here every day.
She is groomed and vaccinated, has a low-shedding coat, and stays out of the clinical work area. If you are allergic to dogs or would rather not see one, let us know and she won’t visit; we note it on your chart.
What a visit with our team is like
Unhurried visits in a room that feels like home.
Our rooms have TVs in the ceilings, and one hygiene room has a fireplace. New patients are scheduled for about two hours so there is time for questions, and Dr. Henley joins every visit.
Our team also cares for children from age 2, expecting mothers, and patients with complex health histories through our medically involved care. After bigger procedures, the team checks in with you the next day; see our concierge dental care and home care instructions.
“I feel so blessed to be in your care, and grateful for your excellent expertise.”
Agnes, patient. Read more patient reviews.
Dental team near you
A San Marco dental team, close to all of Jacksonville.
Our team works from one office on Hendricks Avenue, a few minutes south of Downtown Jacksonville and the Southbank, with plenty of parking. Patients come from San Marco, San Jose, St. Nicholas, Riverside, Avondale and Ortega, Mandarin, Southside and Baymeadows, the Beaches, Ponte Vedra, Orange Park and St. Augustine.
See every service our team provides on what we do, or learn more about our San Marco dental office.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about our dental team.
Will I see Dr. Henley or another dentist?
You see Dr. Henley. He is the only dentist in the practice and sees every patient himself, alongside our hygienists and dental assistants.
Who cleans my teeth at CJ Henley, DMD?
Your cleaning is done by one of our registered dental hygienists: Lori Brusoski, Pamela “PJ” Jensen-Young or Leila Kendrick. Dr. Henley then does your exam, including an oral cancer screening.
How long has your team been with the practice?
Several team members have been here a long time. PJ, one of our hygienists, has been with the practice for nearly 30 years, and Paula in our front office has nearly 50 years of experience in dentistry.
Do you have a therapy dog?
Yes. Snapper, a 5-year-old Australian Labradoodle with the AKC Canine Good Citizen certificate, is in the office every day. If you are allergic or would rather not see her, tell us and she won’t visit.
Does anyone on your team speak Spanish?
Yes. Pamela “PJ” Jensen-Young, one of our registered dental hygienists, speaks Spanish. Let us know when you call 904.398.1549 and we will book your cleaning with PJ.
Where is your dental office?
Our team works at 3675 Hendricks Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32207, in San Marco, with plenty of parking. Call 904.398.1549 or request an appointment online.
More reading: Meet Dr. Henley · Therapy dogs in dentistry · Dental FAQ
Your next step
Come meet us.
Book a first visit and meet Dr. Henley and the team. If a tooth has broken or hurts now, see emergency dental care and call us.
CJ Henley, DMD, PA3675 Hendricks Avenue
Jacksonville, FL 32207
Prefer a nonurgent text? 904.762.5616 is our practice on-call and text line. Please don’t send sensitive health information by text, and call for anything urgent.