Our Team of Dentists
Dr. Annette Warren, Principal Dentist
Educational Background
Dr. Annette Warren earned her doctorate of dental surgery in the United States from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1990. She returned to the Bahamas but maintained her commitment to continuing education by attending annual courses in the United States, in particular those with a special emphasis on cosmetic dentistry. She is currently licensed to practice both in the Commonwealth of the Bahamas and in the United States. In 2005, Dr. Warren attended the Dawson School of Advanced Dental Study which equipped her with the skills to treat the most complex of cases. In 2006, Dr. Warren completed the course for Lumineers "contact lens thin veneers" and also became a certified Invisalign provider.
Philosophy of Care
Dr. Warren is passionate about providing the highest quality of comprehensive dental care in a comfortable environment. She strongly believes that each patient is unique and requires a custom-made dental plan. Patients are encouraged to become active participants in their own dental care and therefore Dr. Warren promotes patient education to enable them to make well informed decisions about their dental health and in turn, their general health.
The preeminence of Dr. Warren’s practice is demonstrated in its warm and friendly customer service while operating in a state-of-the-art dental environment. She is always focused on patient comfort and has developed a reputation for having a "gentle touch". One of Dr. Warren’s greatest joys in dentistry is the personal fulfillment she experiences from impacting a life by restoring a smile or providing excellent dental care for her family of patients, both young and old.
Affiliations
At the center of Dr. Warren's success is her dedication to community dentistry in The Bahamas. On separate occasions she has served as the President and Vice President of The Bahamas Dental Association and has also served as a board member of The Bahamas Dental Council. Her recognition of the necessity for the fight against Breast Cancer in the Bahamas has resulted in her investing her time and resources towards this worthy cause.
Dr. Warren believes in being a well-rounded professional and seizes the opportunities to develop herself and embrace life through travel, exercise, meeting new people and ofcourse spending quality time with family and friends.
American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry® American Dental Association
Dr. Shamika Strachan, Associate Dentist
Educational Background
Dr. Strachan completed her undergraduate degree at Missouri Valley Collage, Marshall MO. She
went on to attain her Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree at the University of The West Indies, Trinidad & Tobago. After returning to The Bahamas, she was further mentored by Dr. Warren and successfully completed The Bahamas Dental Licensing Examinations.
Philosophy of Care
Dr. Strachan has dedicated herself to changing lives, she embraces Complete Health Dentistry and all that we stand for at Impressions Dental. She is passionate about educating her patients and empowering them to be proactive with their oral and systemic health.
Dr. Strachan works well with children, as she is the proud mother of her 1 year old, Travis Barton Strachan Jr. She is also a dedicated wife, committed team member and family woman who loves Gods.
Dr. Strachan’s dental career is nothing short of a testimony to her faith.
Ms. Shirlene Pierre, Hygienist
Shirlene joined the Impressions Dental team in December 2003. She began her professional journey as a dental assistant and gained a strong, practical foundation under the direction of Dr. Warren. Her desire to further develop her career resulted in her leaving the practice in August 2006 to attend Miami Dade College and obtain an AS Degree in Dental Hygiene.
Throughout the duration of Shirlene’s academic pursuit, she maintained close contact with Impressions Dental and was always welcomed to work with the team during the Summer and Christmas holidays. It was therefore no surprise that after registering as a Dental Hygenist in 2009 that Shirlene would choose to return to the practice on a permanent basis.
Shirlene attributes the success of Impressions Dental to the commitment of the team to create a motivating and caring environment in which to provide quality service to their valued patients. The team has therefore built lifelong relationships not only with each other but with patients who are seen not only in a professional capacity but are also treated as extended family members.
Shirlene is currently licensed to practice in the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, as well as the state of Florida.
Ms. Raynell Bain, Hygienist
Raynell Bain received her Associate of Applied Science degree in Dental Hygiene after completing her studies at Daytona State College in 2006. She returned to the Bahamas with a determined intention to contribute to oral health care in her native land.
Raynell is currently licensed to practice in both the Bahamas and the State of Florida and is CPR certified. She is a strong advocate for patient education, clinical research and professional leadership. Raynell acts as a valuable resource of knowledge for each patient and regularly conducts educational and clinical research to further this knowledge. She is engaged in the prevention and treatment of oral diseases as well as the systemic effects that may occur as a result of periodontal disease and oral cancers.
In her personal time Raynell enjoys cooking, baking and exercising. She attributes meaningful relationships with family, friends and loved ones as the key to keeping herself grounded and creating a fulfilling life.
Ms. Della-Reese Symmonett, Hygienist
Della-Reese Symmonett, affectionately known as ‘Della’, earned her degree in Dental Hygiene at The Forsythe School for Dental Hygienists, an affiliate of Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts. Upon her graduation in 1979 she immediately returned to the Bahamas where she practiced in a private Dental office for 32 years.
Throughout Della’s extensive career she has witnessed both the physical and emotional effects of periodontal disease and tooth decay on adults and children. She is therefore very passionate about educating her patients concerning daily maintenance and periodontal disease prevention. Della’s greatest objective is to provide the knowledge and treatments necessary for her patients to ultimately “leave the world with all their teeth!” Della’s fun-loving spirit and sense of humor is the perfect remedy for the nervous, first-time dental patient. Her passion for her work is undeniable and her reputation as a Dental Hygienist is firmly established. Della brings her skills and expertise to Impressions Dental on a part-time basis and is a valuable part of our team.
In her personal time Della thrives from exercise, travelling and decorating interior spaces. She embraces life and enjoys creating fun memories with family and friends.
Ms. Felicia Knowles, Hygienist 
Felicia joined the team at Impressions Dental in December 2007. Having always had an interest in the dental field, she confirmed her passion for the field after working as a Dental Assistant for 4 years. In 2011, she decided to take her career to the next level by enrolling in the dental hygiene program at Miami Dade College. She maintained relationships with Dr. Warren and the team and usually returned to work during her school breaks.
Felicia graduated in May 2015 with honors and an Associate’s of Science Degree in Dental Hygiene. Eager to bring her services and knowledge to the Bahamas, she returned to Nassau right away and began working at Impressions Dental again.
Her goal as a dental hygienist is to create a safe, comfortable environment for patients , to provide gentle, thorough care and to enable patients to make the best dental decisions with the education she provides.
Complete Oral Health Assistants
Ms. Munnings, Ms. Gray & Ms. Curry
Office Manager
Mrs. Fields-Greene
Mrs. Greene understands the term excellence and works hard to carry it out in her professional and personal life. That drive for excellence combined with her love for helping people and youth has drawn her to the incredible practice of Impressions Dental. Before joining the Impressions team in 2009 as their Office manager/Financial Coordinator,
When Mrs. Greene isn't at the office, she enjoys spending time with her loving husband of more than twenty years and her wonderful son. She also enjoys volunteering, traveling and trying new foods. She has enjoyed making Nassau her home and joining the wonderful team at Impressions Dental.
Directors of First Impressions
Ms. L. Greene, Ms. K. Everett & Ms. K. Russell