Meet the Team
We recognize that all our patients are unique and deserve to receive dental care that reflects their individual needs. Our experienced and talented dental team is committed to working with you and your family to create a comfortable, stress-free, and rewarding dental experience every time you visit our practice.
We are pleased to welcome you and your family, and we look forward to working with you.
Michelle
REGISTERED DENTAL HYGIENIST
I graduated with an associate’s degree in dental hygiene from Minnesota State Community and Technical College-Moorhead, and have experience with a pediatric dental office before joining the Dakota Smiles team. My time spent in pediatrics comes in handy when I help our younger patients enjoy their dental visits and learn about their oral health. It is always my goal to make each patient, child or adult, feel as comfortable as possible. My team helps me achieve that goal by creating a positive, fun work environment where every day is an enjoyable experience.
I am originally from Red Lake Falls, Minnesota. My husband and I have two children, a son Deacon and a daughter Morgan. Even though our kids keep us busy, I enjoy finding time to read, spending time with friends and family and getting out golfing with my husband in the summer.
Heather
REGISTERED DENTAL HYGIENIST
I began my dental career as an assistant and continued my education at NDSCS, where I earned my dental hygiene degree in 2004. With experience working in general and pediatric dentistry, my favorite part of my job is building relationships with our patients to make their experience more enjoyable and comfortable. I also place great importance on educating and working with them to fulfill their personal dental health goals. I love that our team always helps each other out, which makes every day go smoothly. Our dentists’ advanced training and experience show in their excellent clinical skills and our patients’ beautiful smiles.
I enjoy spending time with my husband and our two children. For fun I like going to the lake in the summer, traveling when we can, reading, camping, going to concerts and running to all our kids’ many activities.
Abby
REGISTERED DENTAL HYGIENIST
I graduated from North Dakota State College of Science in 2021 with my Associate of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene. My dental hygiene career began at Dakota Smiles that September. I enjoy educating and encouraging patients to maintain good oral health through their dental journey. My favorite part of my job is providing patients with an experience of excellent dental care and the feeling of a confidence as they walk out the door. Meeting new people & building long term relationships with patients is an added perk.
I grew up in Sisseton, SD and moved to Fargo after college. Outside of the office, I enjoy going out to the lake in the summer, traveling to warm places in the winter and spending quality time with family. I recently got married on September 13th, and cherish every moment spent with loved ones.
Ashley
REGISTERED DENTAL HYGIENIST
I graduated from MState in 2021 with my Associates in Applied Science in Dental Hygiene. My passion is to help patients improve and maintain their oral health and working at Dakota Smiles with coworkers who share that enthusiasm makes the days fly by. I am originally from Carrington, ND but now live in West Fargo with my husband, Tanner, two dogs, Jett and Franky, and our cat, Puddin’. When I am not working, you can find me bowling, caring for my houseplants, playing with my pets or watching reality shows.
Becca
Registered Dental Hygienist
I graduated with my bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene from Idaho State University. As I’ve practiced, I have enjoyed getting to know each of my patients and building a relationship founded on trust and care. I strive to help my patients understand the importance of a healthy smile and to achieve that. Working with the team at Dakota Smiles is great, as each of us works together to give the best care we can.
My husband and I are from Idaho, so we enjoy lots of outdoor activities such as camping, water/snow skiing, and hiking. In my free time I also love to paint, play piano and spend time with family.
Phoenix
Registered Dental Assistant
I graduated from NDSCS in 2023 with my Associates of Applied Science in Dental Assisting and immediately began my internship at Dakota Smiles. I love the people I work with and decided to join the team when my internship was done! My favorite part of my job is getting to see my patients finish their treatment and have confidence in their smiles!
My husband and I have one daughter and a very needy dachshund who keep us busy. Outside of work I enjoy reading, painting, and spending time with family.
Ashton
REGISTERED DENTAL ASSISTANT / CERTIFIED DENTAL ASSISTANT
I love creating relationships with the patients we see and making them feel welcome and comfortable. Being able to help a person achieve the smile they’ve always dreamt of is just a really awesome thing! I graduated from NDSCS in Wahpeton with an associate degree in dental assisting in 2015 and began working with Dakota Smiles immediately after. I love to laugh and being able to do that in the work environment is so nice! I don’t think I could find a better combination of people to work with!
My husband and I, along with our two kids, have made our home in Mapleton, ND. We also have a big black lab named Norman. In my free time, I enjoy gardening, reading, and playing board games or cards!
Taeya
Registered Dental Assistant/ Certified Dental Assistant
I graduated from North Dakota State College of Science in 2021 with an associate’s degree in dental assisting and joined Dakota Smiles right after graduating. I am here to assist the doctors with procedures while making sure our patient feel comfortable and educated about their oral health. I love making relationships with my patient and knowing that they are satisfied with their care when they leave the office!
I am originally from Fargo where I went to school until 6th grade then moved to Lisbon where I graduated high school. I love spending time with my family and friends in my free time. I also enjoy doing my nails.
Destinee
Registered Dental Assistant
I graduated from M-State Moorhead in 2013 with my medical administrative assistant degree. Right after graduating I found out I was accepted into the dental assisting program and dove head first into dental, graduating in 2015 with my associates in dental assisting. From there, I worked in an orthodontic office for 5 years and a general dentistry office for 2. I have two children, Theo 9 and Natalie 7. I enjoy hiking, exploring, nature, and any form of movement.
I was excited to come back to work for Dakota Smiles after staying at home with my children for a year.
**Fun fact: I was actually a patient of Dakota Smiles for many years before working here! I love building relationships with patients and I’m so happy to be able to help patients work toward the smiles they deserve!
Tiffany
Front Office
I was born and raised in West Fargo, ND. I am married with 2 children and a dog named Luna. In my free time I enjoy being outdoors with my family. Sledding, ice skating, and snowmobiling in the winter, in the summer you can find us floating on the lake.
My career in the dental field began in 2009. I am looking forward to using my years of experience to build relationships and trust with our patients at Dakota Smiles. I am excited to be 1 of the friendly faces you see when you enter the office, someone you can trust to provide answers to your questions about billing, insurance, and even scheduling. I am proud to be a part of a team that is passionate about what they do for our patients every day!
Kayla
Front Office
I am here to make our patients feel comfortable and welcome from the moment they enter our office. I started my career in the dental field in October 2020. I believe it's important that all of our patients receive top-of-the-line customer service in a comfortable environment.
I am married with one child, three dogs and a few chickens. Outside of work you can find me spending time with my family and friends, gardening, or spending time outside.
Keshia
Front Office
Proudly born and raised in North Dakota, I’ve lived in Fargo most of my life and I love the community. I have a son and a pet axolotl named Enchilada. Family means everything to me and I spend most of my free time with my parents and son. We love to be outside as much as possible, whether it’s at a park, playing baseball, or just wandering through nature.
I started my career in the dental field in September 2023 and can’t imagine doing anything different. I look forward to scheduling you in our office!
Hannah
Sterilization Tech
In 2024, I graduated with a bachelor’s degree in biology from The University of Mary in Bismarck, North Dakota. In the future, I aspire to attend dental school and become a dentist. For the present, I am thrilled to be working at Dakota Smiles where I am able to learn about and experience dentistry at work. I am looking forward to taking what I learn from the team at Dakota Smiles with me to dental school and afterwards.
In my free time I enjoy strength training, crocheting, and playing the piano. I am getting married in January 2026. During my childhood, I lived in Sabin, Minnesota and recently returned to the Fargo-Moorhead area from Bismarck. My goal for my time here is to play a supporting role for the team at Dakota Smiles so that they are able to provide top of the line care for patients.
