Chera Hereford is a Registered Dental Hygienist at Jayson Voto’s Office, in Owasso, Oklahoma. A proud graduate of Tulsa Community College’s Dental Hygiene Program (Class of 1997), Chera brings 28 years of experience in the dental field and a deep commitment to providing quality, compassionate care to her patients.
Chera joined the Oklahoma Dental Hygienists’ Association to help protect the profession she loves while building connections through networking and leadership development. She believes the best way to encourage other hygienists to get involved is by being welcoming, supportive, and encouraging—creating a sense of belonging within the professional community.
Outside of work, Chera enjoys life with her husband, Jim, of 32 years. Together they have three children and four grandchildren who bring them endless joy. Her favorite hobbies include cooking, gardening, and attending concerts. Before entering the dental field, Chera worked as a production assistant at the historic Cain’s Ballroom and for a local concert promoter—a fun chapter that reflects her lifelong love of music and people.
She lives by two guiding quotes that speak to her character and outlook:
“Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.” — Seneca
and
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed individuals can change the world. In fact, it’s the only thing that ever has.” — Margaret Mead
