Our Team

Shannon Griffin, DDS

Dr. Shannon Griffin grew up in the mountains of Southern New Mexico where she graduated from New Mexico State University. After college she ventured to Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston. As a new doctor she completed two years of residency in complex general dentistry and dental implants at the University of Oklahoma. After residency she accepted a position on the OU faculty and started a dental practice in Edmond. During her 25 years of practice, she has received numerous awards and served as the President of the Oklahoma Dental Association.

In 2022 Dr. Griffin moved to Lawton to join her husband, fellow local dentist, Dr. Juan Lopez. They are committed to providing excellent and caring dental services to their chosen community. In their spare time they enjoy golf, skiing and travel.

Eric Lopez, DDS

Dr. Eric Lopez was born and raised in Lawton, Oklahoma. He graduated from OU College of Dentistry in 2022. Upon graduation, Dr. Eric Lopez came back to Lawton to work alongside his dad, Dr. Juan R. Lopez at Lopez Dental Associates.

When he’s not in the office, Dr. Eric Lopez loves to spend time with his dogs, exercising, and cooking. He also enjoys reading sci-fi, and painting miniatures.

Sharla Dobbins, RDH

Sharla was born in Lubbock, TX and moved to Bowie, TX at a young age. She graduated from midwestern State University with a degree in Dental Hygiene in 1984. Sharla moved to Lawton, OK in 1988. She has been a hygienist for more than 29 years and has a faithful following of patients. She loves getting to know patients and building a relationship that lasts forever. As a dental hygienist, her goal is to prevent and treat diseases that impact not just the teeth and gums as well as the patient’s overall health and wellness. Being with Dr. Griffin’s practice now is allowing her to see life changing smiles.

In her spare time, Sharla loves being with her husband and family, spending time with grandchildren, running and baking.

Kelsey

Registered Dental Hygienist

Kelsey has been practicing dental hygiene since 2019. She received her Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene from Midwestern State University with the honor of Magna Cum Laude and was voted “Outstanding Dental Hygiene Student” by her professors and peers. Kelsey’s favorite part of working with Dr Lopez is seeing smile transformations. She strives to educate and guide patients on the importance of oral health while also helping them achieve their aesthetics goals and leave our office proud of their smile. As a Lawton native, she loves seeing both familiar and new faces in our practice. In her spare time, Kelsey loves traveling with her husband and daughter, going to the lake, and spending time with her family.