At Picayune Smiles, we feature a skilled team of doctors who have proudly served the local community and beyond for years. We continuously expand our wealth of knowledge and state-of-the-art tools to provide a high standard of care for every patient sitting in our chairs. Our dentists strive to forge a personal connection with each patient so we can serve their unique smile for a lifetime. We deliver the individualized care you and your loved ones deserve, helping everyone enjoy a future with a brighter, healthier, and more functional smile.
Read on to learn more about our friendly and experienced dentists!
Dr. Joseph Daho
Dr. Joseph Daho is originally from Clarksdale, MS and loves being a part of the wonderful Picayune community. He attended Mississippi State for his Bachelor’s degree and LSU School of Dentistry where he received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery.
Dr. Daho stays current in newest technology and surgical procedures by participating in continuing education classes through the Mississippi Dental Association and the American Dental Association. He is always focused on new ways to serve his patients better and provide the best care possible.
Dr. Daho gains the most satisfaction from listening to his patients’ concerns and working with them to create a solution. He loves seeing how a finished beautiful smile makes a patient happy and more confident about his or her appearance. Dr. Daho’s ultimate goals are to alleviate pain and discomfort, help people become healthier, and have them leave the office happy!
Dr. Daho and his wife Emily have 3 children.
Dr. Christy Stasney
Dr. Christy Stasney was born and raised in Slidell, Louisiana. She attended Louisiana State University where she graduated Magna Cum Laude with her Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences. Dr. Stasney then attended LSU School of Dentistry in New Orleans for her Doctorate of Dental Surgery. After receiving her degree, Dr. Stasney moved back to Slidell, LA with her husband Chris where they currently reside with their two boys.
Dr. Stasney is a member of the American Dental Association, Louisiana Dental Association, and Northlake Dental Association, and holds dental licenses in both Louisiana and Mississippi. She was elected to membership in Omicron Kappa Upsilon, the dental honor society that recognizes academic and clinical excellence in dentistry. She also received the William Schmidt Excellence in Dentistry Award in 2015.
Dr. Stasney regularly attends continuing education courses to stay up to date on the latest information and technology. She believes in the importance of listening to patients’ concerns, providing gentle care, and paying great attention to detail. She takes pride ensuring her patients are happy and comfortable. Dr. Stasney’s passion is improving people’s health and confidence through their beautiful smiles.
When she is not working, Dr. Stasney enjoys spending time with her family and playing competitive tennis.
Dr. Aimee Kelly
Dr. Aimee Kelly is originally from Byram, MS, but has enjoyed living in Petal. After graduating from Hillcrest Christian High School in Jackson, Aimee continued her education at Mississippi State University in Starkville, MS. While attending MSU, Aimee was involved in Chi Omega Fraternity, the Baseball Diamond Girls, and was a member of many academic honor societies. In 2002 she graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. That same year, she was accepted to the University of Mississippi Medical Center School of Dentistry, where she received her D.M.D. in 2006. Dr. Kelly is currently a member of both the American Dental Association and the Mississippi Dental Association.
Dr. Kelly is passionate about using her knowledge and skills as a dentist in the mission field. She has served on short term mission teams to Nicaragua with Baptist Medical Dental Mission International, and to Haiti with But God Ministries multiple times. Dr. Kelly and her family are active members at Petal First Baptist Church.
Dr. Kelly and her husband Shane are the proud parents of 2 children.
Dr. Alexandra Berthelot
Dr. Alexandra Berthelot was born and raised in Watson, Louisiana. After high school graduation, she moved to Baton Rouge to attend Louisiana State University and graduated with a BS in Biological Sciences. Immediately after graduation, she began her studies at the LSU School of Dentistry in New Orleans. While at LSU, she served as Vice-President of her class and was a member of the Student Government Association. Dr. Berthelot met a fellow student, Preston, while at LSU, and they were married shortly after receiving their Doctorate of Dental Surgery degrees. Dr. Berthelot and Preston now reside on the Northshore with their daughter and Sophie, a spoiled Sheepadoodle.
Dr. Berthelot is an American Dental Association and St. Tammany Study Club member. She holds a license in both Mississippi and Louisiana and keeps up with the latest in dentistry through continuing education courses. She strives to make her patients feel comfortable in the chair and provide them with the best dental care.
When "Dr. B" is not practicing dentistry, she enjoys working out, cheering on the LSU Tigers, being outside, and spending time with her family.