Our Staff
Meet the Staff
We are especially interested in making all our patients feel right at home! We put your needs first to achieve efficient and comprehensive treatment. Our staff is trained and skilled, and we strive to provide energetic and fun-loving service to each patient. Each member of our treatment team is a certified assistant, and our office staff has years of experience in treating patients with the highest level of care. We strive to stay abreast of the latest in technological advances by regularly attending continuing education courses and seminars.
John Caldieraro III, DMD
Dr. Caldieraro has been providing exceptional dental care since acquiring his practice in 2008. He takes pride in making sure all patients have a comfortable visit each and every time they see him. He attended St. Louis University for his undergraduate studies in Biology and earned his DMD degree from Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine.
He is a member of the American Dental Association, Illinois State Dental Society and the International Association for Orthodontics. Dr. Caldieraro is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the SIU School of Dental Medicine.
In 2009 John married his high school sweetheart, Kelli. Together they have three children—Johnnie, Kenzi and Jace. When he isn’t watching his kids play sports, he enjoys spending time with his family and spending time outdoors golfing, hunting and fishing.
Rebecca Coalson, DMD
Dr. Coalson earned her DMD degree from Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine in 2005. She has practiced dentistry in the public health setting for the past 18+ years and joined the team at Caldieraro Dental in 2023. Dr. Coalson enjoys treating patients of all ages, but she finds working with children to be the most rewarding and enjoyable. Her goal is to provide exceptional dental care in a relaxed and comfortable environment.
Dr. Coalson is married to her husband, Brian and has two children, Bryce and Brooke. She enjoys cheering on her kids in their many sports and activities. She also enjoys traveling, cooking, and spending time with friends and family.
Marla, Dental Receptionist
Marl has over 40 years experience in the dental field including time as a dental assistant and front desk coordinator. Marla is dedicated to helping patients with every step of their dental visit from making patients feel comfortable, scheduling their appointments and processing their insurance claims.
Outside of work Marla loves to spend time with her two wonderful grandchildren as much as she can. She also enjoys spending time outdoors.
Lisa, Dental Receptionist
Lisa has over 25 years experience in the dental field with time spent as a dental assistant, business administrator and front desk coordinator. She lovers talking to and learning about patients and takes pride in making sure they have a great experience in the office.
Outside of work Lisa loves shopping, visiting local breweries, camping, traveling and spending time with her two boys and husband.
Lindsay, Dental Hygienist
Lindsay graduated Lewis and Clark Community College with her hygiene degree in 2015. Dedicated to promoting smiles and optimal oral health, Lindsay is an accomplished dental hygienist with a proven track record in delivering compassionate care.
Outside of the office, Lindsay likes to spend time with her husband and two lovely daughters. She is always planning her next travel destination and loves to spend time outdoors with her family.
Alex, Dental Hygienist
Alex graduated Lewis and Clark Community College in 2012 with her hygiene degree. As a registered Dental Hygienist she strives to work alongside her patients in a collaborative effort to help achieve not only a healthy confident smile but also sustainable oral health.
In her spare time Alex is chasing three active boys with her husband. When they aren’t at the sports fields, they are camping, boating or tending to their chickens, goats and pig.
Courtney, Lead Dental Assistant
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Nikki, Dental Assistant
Nikki has been a dental assistant since 2010. She loves to make sure patients feel comfortable and educated during their visit.
Nikki has a husband and two daughters that she loves to spend time with. In her free time she loves to spend time in nature and hanging out with friends.
Kelsey, Dental Assistant
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