Introducing... Our Newest Care Team Members!
Get to Know the New Faces of Our Alexandria Smiles Care Team!
As the seasons change, we at Alexandria Smiles love to shine the spotlight on our amazing care team. In this special edition of our blog, we’re introducing you to some of the newer friendly faces you might see at your next appointment with us. Meet Saraya, Melissa, Kayla, and Jadyn!
Saraya never says ‘no’ to a good Minnesota Vikings football game!
Saraya
Official Title: Licensed Dental Hygienist
Education: 2022 Graduate from NDSCS in Wahpeton, ND
Where You’ll Find Her in Our Office: Cleaning Teeth and Spreading Smiles!
What Makes Her SMILE: Cooking in the kitchen, warm days at the lake, rooting for the Vikings during football games, and spending time with friends and family.
Melissa has a wealth of care experience and is excited to bring her compassion to the dental office.
Melissa
Official Title: Clinical Team Member
Experience: 20+ years of patient and clinic experience, 17+ years in nursing
Melissa is Looking Forward To: Increasing her knowledge and growing in the dental field as a clinic assistant.
What Makes Her SMILE: Hanging out with her family and friends, fishing, swimming, and enjoying time on the pontoon.
New to the Alexandria area, Kayla can’t wait to get out and explore the new environment with her family.
Kayla
Official Title: Registered Dental Hygienist
Education: 2021 MSU in Mankato Graduate with a bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene.
What She Looks Forward to in the Office: Meeting patients, spreading knowledge and education about dental health, and individualizing care needs for a positive, personalized dentist experience.
What Makes Her SMILE: Exploring the Alexandria area with her husband and son (especially outside!), attending concerts and music shows, reading, and baking tasty treats the share.
Although Jadyn is currently still in school, her passion for knowledge and drive for success is one of the things that makes her an excellent member of our dental clinical care team.
Jadyn
Official Title: Clinical Team Member
Education: Currently attending St. Cloud Technical and Community College to become a certified and licensed Dental Assistant.
Best Part of Working with the Team: Growing and learning about all facets of the dental field.
What Makes Her SMILE: Enjoying the sunshine and other fun aspects of Minnesota weather with her husband.
We are so proud of each and every member of our Alexandria Smiles Care Team and are thrilled to welcome Saraya, Melissa, Kayla, and Jadyn to our staff. Now that you’ve had a chance to meet the newest faces in the office, don’t forget to give them a friendly smile and a cheerful “hello” next time you’re with us for an appointment. We look forward to seeing you!
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