About Us

Dr. John Landreneau

Dr. John Landreneau has been in practice for 42 years, dedicated to making his patients’ wishes come true and helping them achieve optimum health. As an LSU-trained dentist, he is well-versed in all areas of dentistry he practices and continuously undergoes specialized training in the latest techniques/procedures, most recently focusing on sleep medicine dentistry.

Dr. Landreneau’s approach is to diagnose the root causes of dental issues rather than merely treating the symptoms, ensuring that his patients receive comprehensive and effective care. His goal is to help everyone, even in small ways, to improve their overall well-being. With over four decades of experience in general dentistry, Dr. Landreneau is committed to providing the highest quality care and finding solutions that address each patient’s unique concerns.

Carla Bruno Reames RDH

Carla Reames has been a dedicated dental hygienist at Creative Dental Studios, working alongside Dr. John Landreneau, for the past 30 years. She is married to Will Reames and they have two children, Grant and Grace. A native of Ascension Parish, Carla graduated from East Ascension High School before moving to Columbus, GA. There, she attended Columbus State University’s hygiene school while her husband served in the military.

Carla is passionate about her profession and has advanced her skills in several areas, including administering oral injections, monitoring IV sedation, sleep dentistry with Eccovision, and 3D imaging. She actively pursues continuing education to stay updated on the latest developments in hygiene and dentistry, sharing her knowledge with her patients to help them achieve healthy, happy smiles.

Outside of work, Carla enjoys traveling, watching LSU sports, spending quality time with family and friends, and playing pickleball.

Jeanne Gautreau LeBlanc

Jeanne is a proud mother of three sons-Bryce (36), Brock (35), and Dylan (25) and a devoted grandmother to five grandchildren: Brayson, Blakely, Brinsley, Liam, and Grace. A lifelong resident of Ascension Parish, Jeanne graduated from St. Amant Hugh School. She developed her communication and people skills early on by working in family-owned businesses in the Gonzales area.

In 1986, Jeanne embarked on her dental career, working in several dental offices before finding her professional home at Creative Dental Studio. She has been a valued member of Dr. Landreneau’s team for 29 years. Jeanne finds great satisfaction in witnessing the positive transformation in their patients.

Although semi-retired, Jeanne’s role at Creative Dental Studio is multifaceted, encompassing duties in the front office, as a dental assistant, and as a financial administrator. In her free time, she cherishes spending time with her sons and grandchildren, which she considers her most rewarding hobby.

Interns

Anna Thibodeaux

Anna is a dedicated dental assistant at Creative Dental Studio. After graduating from St. Joseph’s Academy, she earned a degree in Kinesiology with a minor in biology from Louisiana State University. Anna is set to continue her education at the University of Texas School of Dentistry in Houston, where she will pursue her dream of becoming a dentist. In her spare time, she enjoys working out, dining with friends, shopping, and spending quality time with her family.

As a dental assistant, Anna collaborates closely with Dr. Landreneau on all dental treatments, gaining invaluable knowledge and experience for her future studies in dentistry. During her time at Creative Dental Studio, Anna has mastered a variety of skills, including taking radiographs, making provisional crowns, capturing digital impressions with a 3D scanner, removing sutures, creating clear aligners, and performing 3D head and neck CT scans. She also guides patients through the testing process for obstructive sleep apnea and helps develop personalized sleep appliances. Additionally, Anna educated patients about their nasal and pharyngeal anatomy using Eccovision software and interprets sleep studies to assist patients in achieving more restful sleep.

Lauren Pizzalato

Lauren has been passionate about dentistry since high school. After graduating from St. Joseph’s Academy in 2020, she began working at a dental office under Drs. Levy and Vutera during her sophomore year of college, continuing through her senior year. During this time, she became well-versed in dental instruments, proficient with oral anatomy, and patient communication.

In May 2024, Lauren graduated from Louisiana State University with a degree in Biological Sciences and a minor in Business Administration. She is now starting her journey with Creative Dental Studio while applying to dental school. In her short time with CDS, she has already gained valuable insights from Dr. Landreneau and the team, who have welcomed her warmly. She’s eager to continue learning and growing in this supportive environment.

Outside of work, Lauren enjoys shopping, working out, trying new restaurants, and spending time with family and friends.

Mason Mann

Mason started working at Creative Dental Studio (CDS) during his sophomore year of college with little to no dental experience. The CDS team welcomed him like family, understanding his newness to the field and helping him learn throughout his time there. Dr. Landreneau served as an exceptional role model, guiding and teaching Mason at the start of his dental journey.

After working at CDS for five years, Mason realized the depth of his knowledge only upon starting at LSU School of Dentisty. Now in his third year of dental school, he acknowledges that his time at CDS provided more knowledge than he could have ever imagined . Mason firmly believes he wouldn’t be where he is today without the support of the CDS family.

The relationships he built with each team member are lifelong, and he cannot thank the CDS team enough for all they have done.

Carsyn Smith

Carsyn recently joined the team at Creative Dental Studio and is thrilled to continue growing her passion for dentistry in such a welcoming and enriching environment. A graduate of St. Joseph’s Academy, she is currently a senior at Louisiana State University pursuing a degree in Biological Sciences with a minor in Business Administration and Honors Research. She is in the process of applying to dental school, where she hopes to further explore the field and make a lasting impact in patient care.

Since joining CDS, Carsyn has expanded her knowledge of dental anatomy and gained hands-on experience with a wide range of dental instruments and procedures. Working closely alongside Dr. Landreneau, she has developed a strong understanding of patient communication and chairside assisting. Carsyn is trained in sterilization protocols, taking radiographs, performing 3D head and neck scans, capturing digital impressions using a 3D scanner, and creating custom bleaching trays. She is especially excited to deepen her knowledge in the area of sleep dentistry.

Carsyn is incredibly grateful to Dr. Landreneau and the entire CDS team for their support and mentorship. Their warmth and dedication have made her feel right at home and she looks forward to continuing to learn and grow within this supportive community.