Dr. Laura Hippensteel, DDS

Dr. Hippensteel has been dedicated to the dental field since 2016. Her journey began as a dental hygienist, grew into becoming a dentist, and culminated in specialized hospital training as a board-eligible dentist anesthesiologist. This path gives her a unique, comprehensive understanding of both the clinical dental work being performed and the anesthesia required to keep patients safe. 

Clinical Background & Training

• B.S. in Dental Hygiene: Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (Fort Wayne, IN) in 2018

• Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS): Indiana University School of Dentistry (Indianapolis, IN) in 2023

  • graduated 2nd in her class of 102; summa cum laude

  • OKU honor society inductee

• 3-Year Anesthesia Residency: Stony Brook University Hospital (Long Island, NY) in 2026

  • served as Dental Anesthesia Chief Resident

  • completed 3 years of intensive anesthesia training in pediatric, periodontics, endodontics, periodontics, and oral surgery offices as well as in hospitals and surgical centers

• Certified in: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Dr. Hippensteel created Crescent Anesthesia in 2026 with a mission that is twofold: to ensure that no patient avoids dental treatment due to anxiety, sensory difficulties, or physical challenges, and to empower dental providers with the in-office resources they need to properly treat their patients. She offers her services to dental providers in Indy, a place she called home for four years during dental school. 

In her free time, Dr. Hippensteel enjoys the outdoors, spending time at the family farm in northeast Indiana, traveling, and trying new restaurants whenever she can - she welcomes recommendations!