Meet Dr. Kristin Herring

Kristin Herring, DDS

I get great enjoyment from my profession. I understand that going to the dentist for most people is not their most favorite activity, but I make every effort to treat people the way I would treat my own family. My goal is to make their experience the best dental experience they have ever had.

One of the greatest parts of my day is interacting with so many people from such diverse walks of life. Each person I meet gives me a unique perspective on the lives of those around me. Seeing the world through my patients’ eyes is something I look forward to each and every day.

Education and Continuing Education

I believe continuing education is crucial for keeping up with the latest advances in dentistry. In order to provide the best patient care, I continue my studies in all facets of general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry.

Professional Affiliations

• American Dental Association
• North Carolina Dental Society
• American Academy of Implant Dentistry
• Foothills Dental Continuum

In the Community

Being active in the community is a big part of my life, both personally and professionally. For ten years, I was the dental coordinator for Give Kids a Smile in Catawba County for, and was a key member of the team that organized the Hickory Missions of Mercy dental clinic in June 2012.

I have also volunteered for the North Carolina Baptist Men’s Dental Bus for local elementary schools. I am a member of First Baptist Church-Hickory where I am a deacon, serve on the finance committee, and volunteer in other areas of ministry.

Outside the Office

My husband Jason and I met in dental school and were married in August 2006. Jason is an orthodontist with Hamilton & Herring Orthodontics in Hickory. Our two children, Josh and Amelia, keep my hands full when I’m not at work. Josh is in the 6th grade and Amelia is in the 4th grade at Hickory Christian Academy. They are super involved in church activities, sports, and music.

I enjoy running, biking, and spending time with my family and friends. For my tenth year in practice, in 2016, I ran my first Tar Heel 10 Miler road race in Chapel Hill! The most important job I have every day is being a great Mom. That means striving to be a great person and letting them see the love and generosity that comes from that.