Built by neighbors, for neighbors
For more than 30 years, Mill Forest Dental Group has cared for Clear Lake families with calm, honest, personal dentistry.


We built this practice around a simple belief: dentistry should feel calm, honest, and personal. Our team takes time to explain your options in plain language, respects your budget, and greets you and your kids by name. Many of our patients have been with us so long we've watched their families grow, and grow up.
Four dentists, one friendly team
Every doctor here lives locally, knows their patients by name, and takes the time to get your care right.

Andrew Augustine, DDS
“I found my passion for dentistry at a young age when I lost my permanent front tooth. My dentists helped me recover my smile and my confidence, and I'm excited to do the same for my patients.”
Born in Webster and a Clear Springs High School graduate, Dr. Augustine played collegiate golf at Southwestern University before earning his dental degree in Houston. He is certified in nitrous sedation to help anxious patients relax, and is a member of the Academy of Laser Dentistry.
- BS in Biochemistry, Southwestern University
- DDS, UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry
- Certified in nitrous sedation; member, ALD, TDA, ADA

Jen L. Butler, DDS, FAGD
“I cannot express enough how much I love my career in dentistry. I feel honored that people choose me to take care of their oral health and make their smiles beautiful. After many years of practice, I have seen so many families grow, and grow up!”
Dr. Butler meets monthly with a study club of general dentists and specialists to review complex cases, and trains yearly through hands-on Spear workshops. Born in Houston and raised around Austin, she settled in League City in 2005 with her husband Dan and their three boys.
- BA in Microbiology, University of Texas at Austin
- DDS, UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry
- Fellow, Academy of General Dentistry

Jennifer H. Hermstein, DDS, FAGD
“I love that our patients share their lives with us. One of my favorite things is hearing our younger patients ask when they can come back!”
Dr. Hermstein is committed to providing thoughtful, personalized care and continually growing as a dentist. She is working toward Mastership in the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), a distinction that requires extensive continuing education. A San Antonio native, she has called League City home since 2002.
- BA, University of Texas at Austin
- DDS, UT Health Science Center at San Antonio
- Fellow, Academy of General Dentistry

Samantha J. Tutt, DDS, FAGD
“Growing up with a pediatric dentist as a mother made this profession feel like a natural fit, and it has been! My primary goal is to provide exceptional, personalized dental care while ensuring patients feel comfortable and at ease.”
Dr. Tutt has achieved a Fellowship with the Academy of General Dentistry, reflecting a lifelong commitment to modern technology and evidence-based care. She and her husband are both natives of La Porte, TX where they live and raise their two daughters and Great Dane.
- BS in Biology, University of Houston
- DDS, UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry
- Member, ADA, TDA, and Greater Houston Dental Society
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