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Barataria Dental Clinic Barataria Dental is a leading local dentist office in Marrero for general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry. We welcome new patients from the New Orleans area and provide personalized dental care for the lifelong enjoyment of a beautiful, healthy smile. Experience the difference that patient-focused dentistry can make in your oral health journey.

Dr. Maria Burmaster is proud to be serving patients in the West Bank area alongside her sister, following in the footsteps of her father and providing complete dental care and services in a warm, caring environment.
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Amy first came to Barataria Dental, LLC in 1978 as Dr. Guy's dental assistant. She now helps lead the team with Dr. Valerie and Dr. Maria as the Office Manager. She attended LW Higgins High School in Marrero. She has trained as an Expanded Duty Dental Assistant and is certified in Radiology. She has over 30 years of experience in the dental field.
Barataria Dental is a general, family, and cosmetic dentistry practice, founded in 1965 by Dr. Guy Ribando. Today, Dr. Maria Burmaster and Dr. Valerie Hemphill carry on their father's practice, now at Barataria Dental. We are conveniently located in Marrero, Louisiana, and serve the entire West Bank of New Orleans.
Dr. Valerie R. Hemphill earned a Bachelor of Science from Southeastern Louisiana University prior to attending Louisiana State University School of Dentistry from 1989-1993. Along with Dr. Maria, Dr. Valerie graduated in 1993 earning a Doctor of Dental Surgery.
I have been a life long patient with this trusted group of very talented (2nd generation) Dentist/Dentistry. All around very professional and knowledgeable staff. Up to date and in the know. Always meets my need and no visit has ever disappointed. Informed care plans, timely appointments, efforts to accommodate, good location and a very clean facility.
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Donna Maria
Mar 21, 2022
I have been a life long patient with this trusted group of very talented (2nd generation) Dentist/Dentistry. All around very professional and knowledgeable staff. Up to date and in the know. Always meets my need and no visit has ever disappointed. Informed care plans, timely appointments, efforts to accommodate, good location and a very clean facility. Accepts a variety of Dental Insurance. Serves adults and children. They make me feel like family and keeps me smiling!
Artye Russo
Feb 16, 2022
The 2 dentist, the hygentist and staff are amazing. Never a bad experience.
Dianne Ribando
Nov 16, 2021
Always a wonderful treatment experience. Thank you, Barataria Dental, Trang, Lauren, Nona, and Dr Val. Great caregivers.
Stefanie Cosse
Jun 15, 2021
Dr Maria and complete staff was amazing throughout the entire visit. Truly a top notch, family oriented dental office. I will recommend them to everyone. Thank you for such a pleasant visit!
Kayla Scholl
Apr 29, 2021
Went for a cleaning after a few years of not getting them cleaned. The staff was the sweetest and very informative. I would recommend friends and family! Love them!
Elizabeth Ellent
Mar 22, 2021
Wonderful experience as usual. Virtually painless, excellent attention to detail and everyone is very nice and personable. Very COVID safe. I recommend to everyone!
Aaron Prestenbach
Mar 07, 2021
Went in for a wisdom tooth extraction not knowing what to expect. I've heard horror stories of extractions gone wrong, and dry socket. Dr. Val was amazing, funny, and very good at her job. Was virtually painless during the process, and never felt pain a single time after the extraction. 10/10 would recommend to a friend.
Apresvousdude
Nov 30, 2020
Great staff, friendly and courteous, answered all my questions about procedures, prices and expectations. Recommend highly. Thank you so much Nona and Dr. Marie!
Tyler Price
May 23, 2019
My experience with Barataria Dental was superb! I had to get some dental work done within a week of me calling because I was scheduled to leave town for a business opportunity. They squeezed me in for three different appointments, one to see what was wrong, one to fix my fillings and another to do tooth extractions. I never felt judged or talked down to.

I felt like these were my friends who happened to be working on my teeth. The front desk to the operation room, you're going to get a good experience. I've given their information to my entire family. I feel very comfortable there. They even helped me get my insurance information straight to ensure that my visit was affordable. I can't imagine another office being able to accommodate me with such grace and friendliness. This office truly embodies southern hospitality. I will be returning when I return to Louisiana! Love these ladies!
Samantha Simon
Sep 24, 2018
Dr. Val, Maranda, and EVERYONE at this office are amazing. Everyone is always, ALWAYS friendly! They explain and go into great detail about anything and everything you need to know. They make sure you are always comfortable and have up to date technology that makes going to the dentist not so scary. They have completely transformed my teeth making smiling something I enjoy doing in my pictures now.

I went in for a deep cleaning (after not being to the dentist in a while I had some buildup) and now I have a cleaner, fuller, and whiter smile. They go above and beyond patient care. I recommend them 100 times over.
Keith Hill
Aug 30, 2017
I visited Barataria Dental today. It was my first time ever walking in and the lady behind the desk, Ms. Tammy, greeted me by name which was really surprising and impressive. She was super friendly and answered all my questions. You know when employees talk highly about their bosses that it's a good place to be. The "paperwork" was all electronic which was awesome.

The next lady I met was Sherri and she understood that I was uncomfortable with the mouth piece for x-rays. She was working extremely fast to take the x-rays as quick as possible and get that thing out of my mouth. I was very grateful for her working so fast. The dentist Maria was great to work with and she explained everything to me in a manner that was easy for me to understand.

I had my 11yr old son with me and all the staff went out of their way to make him feel welcomed too. Lastly, they had this really cool camera that went in your mouth to take pictures so you could see what was actually going on for yourself. Loved everyone I met and I'm looking forward to my next visit! Thank you again Tammy, Sherri, and Maria!
Carlos Garza
May 04, 2017
I've been a patient for 3 years and have been very happy with my visits since they are always prompt, friendly, caring and helpful. They also work later hours on certain days which is ideal for me since I don't have to leave work to get my teeth cleanings and other dental work. I highly recommend them!
Deidre Nash
Apr 15, 2017
It was wonderful. My brother was born with cerebral palsy. They are very gentle with him. He is 64 years young and we don't go to any other dental clinic. We saw Dr. Guy Sr. with my mother about 45 years ago. The care you receive is phenomenal and all patients are given the best care. It's a family practice and I feel part of the family. I'd recommend them to anyone who needs a good dental clinic. They are the best.