About Us

Dr. Christy Savas
After completing his doctor of dental surgery degree in 1982 at Georgetown University in Washington, DC, Dr. Christy Savas settled in Worcester with his wife, Donna, a native of this area. He opened a dental practice in Vernon Hill and has served patients for more than 24 years. 

As dental techniques and procedures improve, Dr. Savas constantly searches for ways to help his patients. To stay abreast of new developments and learn new techniques, he attends dental seminars at the Seattle Study Club, and the Central Massachusetts Implant Dental Study Group. He maintains membership in several professional groups, including the American Dental Association (national, state, and local chapters), the Academy of General Dentistry, and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. 

Whenever Dr. Savas can arrange to spend time away from his busy dental practice, his favorite pastimes include playing golf and kayaking. He also enjoys spending a day at the beach with Donna and their four children: daughters Reagan, 26, and Courtney, 22, and sons Matthew, 20, and Timothy, 19.

Staff Bios

Cheryl Lemieux
“I have worked for Dr. Savas for 13 years, and I am the office manager and financial coordinator. I grew up in Leicester but have resided in Worcester for the past 24 years. I own a horse and take pleasure in riding several times a week. I also enjoy spending time outdoors with my dog, watching movies, and reading books.”

Barbara Henderson
“I am a 36-year-old mother of two teenagers. I have been in the dental field for over eight years, the last five of which have been with Dr. Savas. I am the schedule coordinator, and I also aid in financial planning. I love working for Dr. Savas because he makes such a difference in people’s lives. The greatest part of my job is seeing a patient transform into the person they always wanted to be with an incredible smile - including myself!”

Wendy Burnett
“I have been a certified dental assistant for 23 years. I have worked for Dr. Savas for 10 years, and prior to that, I worked in an orthodontic office for 10 years. I am the youngest of 10 children, I’ve been married for 14 years, and we have a dog. We enjoy spending time with family and friends, boating, and traveling.”

Carol Parenteau
“I graduated from David Hale Fanning School of Dental Assisting in 1980. I have been a certified dental assistant for 25 years. I am a member of both the National Dental Assisting Board and the Worcester Dental Assistant Association. I enjoy living on Webster Lake and spending time with my family and friends. I am also a member of the Webster Lake Association and Fundraising Committee. I have two sons and three grandchildren, and we love spending time at our house on Cape Cod in the summer.”

Sharon Lacrosse
“I am a registered dental hygienist and graduated from Quinsigamond Community College in 1982. I have been practicing dental hygiene for 24 years now. I was born in Woonsocket, Rhode Island and currently reside in Millbury, Massachusetts with my three sons: Derek (17), Brandon (13), and Alex (10). I have volunteered in the Millbury Public School System for the past 15 years, including weekly distribution of fluoride to students and educating the children in homecare during February, which is dental health month.”

Roberta Higgins
“I graduated from the University of Maryland in 1977 with a BS degree in dental hygiene. This will be my 30th year practicing dental hygiene and periodontal therapy. The past 8 years, I have been with Dr. Savas. My expertise is in the diagnosis, treatment, and education of periodontal disease. I take great pride in my work and appreciate the opportunity to make a difference in people’s lives. My passions are my son, Mark, golf in the summer, racquetball in the winter, and life in general.”

Susan Hannen
“I am a registered dental hygienist and have been practicing hygiene for 32 years, having graduated in the first class of dental hygiene at Quinsigamond Community College in Worcester. During those years, I worked mostly part time while raising three children. I have been with Dr. Savas since February 2006 and find it to be a great office to be involved with. I spend my leisure time reading, enjoying friends and family, and traveling whenever possible.”