Meet Our Team


Dental Assistants


Kristi - Dakota Dental Office Manager

Marissa


I was born and raised in a small town in Northern Idaho and moved to Minot in 2020 with my boyfriend for his job. I started my career in dentistry in 2015 and instantly knew it was right for me! I love getting to know my patients and making their dental experience the absolute best that I can.

I am licensed with both the Dental Assisting National Board and the North Dakota Dental Board. When not at work you can find us fishing, skiing, hiking, and rooting for Green Bay!


Payton - Dakota Dental Assistant

McKayla


I was born and raised in Minot, ND and graduated from Minot High School in 2019. I started my career in dentistry in June of 2021 while training to become a certified dental assistant. I really enjoy seeing the results of procedures and seeing patients smile. In my free time I enjoy spending time with family and friends, camping, and traveling!


Payton - Dakota Dental Assistant

Jessica


I was born in Southern California and lived there until I was 5 years old. My family moved all over the northern states until we moved to Minot in 2008. I graduated from Minot High in 2013. I have worked in healthcare since 2014, but my career in dental health started in February of 2022 while training to become a dental assistant. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my friends, family and two cats.


Megan - Dakota Dental Assistant

Megan


I was born and raised in Plentywood MT. I graduated from North Dakota state college of science in 2023 with a dental assisting degree. I started working at Dakota Dental Health Center in May of 2023. Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I also enjoy going to the lake and attending yoga classes.


Megan - Dakota Dental Assistant

Brianna


I was born in Bismarck ND, and raised in Steele ND. I have been in healthcare since 2017. I started at Dakota Dental Health Center July of 2024, while training to become a dental assistant. Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my two daughters, family, and friends.


Hygienists


Dorlee - Dakota Dental Hygienist

Dorlee


I have been working as a Dental Hygienist at Dakota Dental health Center since 1996. I provide my patients with quality care and form a bond with many of them. I take pride in educating each patient according to their dental needs. I have a daughter, Jasmine who is adopted from India. She is attending college at Minot State University. We enjoy traveling, friends, and a love for animals.


Lindsey - Dakota Dental Hygienist

Lindsey


I was born and raised in Minot and graduated from ORCS. I graduated from NDSCS in 2008 with an Associate Degree in liberal arts and Dental Hygiene. I live in Minot and enjoy spending time with my kids, Ruby, Noah, and Harvey. I also enjoy gardening, camping, and music.


Heather - Dakota Dental Hygienist

Heather


I graduated from Minot High School in 2006 and from NDSCS in 2010 with my degree in Dental Hygiene. I have been working at Dakota Dental Health Center since September 2010. I have always been interested in dental hygiene as a career and I really enjoy it. I also enjoy spending time with my husband Bobby, my son Benton, family, friends and pets when I am away from the office.


Natalie - Dakota Dental Hygienist

Natalie


I was born and raised in Minot and graduated from Minot High School in 2013. I went to North Dakota State College and Science and graduated with an Associate of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene in 2017. I started working at Dakota Dental Health Center in May of 2017. I am married to my husband, Luke, and we have two boys together, Nash and Reese. We enjoy spending time with our family and friends and have family cabins
at Lake Metigoshe and Long Lake.


Regan - Dakota Dental Hygienist

Regan


I was born and raised in Minot, North Dakota. I always enjoyed going to the dentist as a child and knew I wanted to be in this profession and help others. I graduated from Minot High School in 2019 and then from the North Dakota State College of Science in 2022 with my dental hygiene degree. I began working at the Dakota Dental Health Center in June of 2022. I am currently pursuing my bachelors degree in dental hygiene through Minnesota State University Mankato and will graduate in May of 2026. Outside of work, I enjoy reading, going to the lake, and spending time with family and friends. I'm also a big football fan, my teams being the Minnesota Vikings and Nebraska Cornhuskers!


Emily - Dakota Dental Hygienist

Emily


I was raised on a farm in Maxbass, ND. I graduated high school from MLS in 2017 and had no clue what I wanted to do. I attended college for three years at Minot State University. Then a wonderful suggestion led me to NDSCS where I fell in love with Dental Hygiene and got my associates degree in 2022. I worked in Fargo for two years and now am continuing my work here in Minot. In my free time I love baking, rainy days, and great books.


Emily - Dakota Dental Hygienist

Alicia


I moved from Southeastern Idaho to Minot in August of 2023 for my husband's work. I started working part time at Dakota Dental Health Center in November 2023. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Dental Hygiene from Idaho State University in 2007. I enjoy getting to know my patients and providing quality care. Outside of work I'm a full time mom of five kids, four girls and one boy, I spend my time hauling them around to their activities and cheering them on at their sports events. We enjoy spending time together as a family playing games and sports and enjoying the outdoors.


Front Desk


Sheila  - Dakota Dental Patient Coordinator

Sheila - Front Office Manager


I started working at Dakota Dental Health Center in 2017 as a Patient Treatment Coordinator. My passion for making people smile began long ago as I started my career in dentistry as a Certified Dental Assistant. The experience I gained chairside allows me to understand the treatment needed to help our patients achieve beautiful, healthy smiles. In my time away from the office I enjoy cooking, attending rodeos and supporting the Green Bay Packers! Go Pack Go!


Ashlee - Dakota Dental Assistant

Sydney - Patient Coordinator


I grew up here in Minot, North Dakota. I have always loved the dental world and feel passionately that everyone deserves the best care possible when it comes to their beautiful smiles! When l'm not at work, I love going to a hockey game, heading to the lake, or even staying in and hanging out with my two cats, Hank and Dale!


Megan - Dakota Dental Hygienist

Megan - Patient Coordinator


I was born and raised in Minot, North Dakota. I graduated from Minot High School in 2003. I found my passion for the dental field in 2007 when I worked as an oral surgery assistant. I have also spent some time working at a Dental Lab. After leaving the dental field and spending 10 years in customer service, I knew where I truly wanted to be was helping patients feel confident and happy with their smiles. Outside of work I love spending time with my family and doing anything outside in the sun.


Natalie Receptionist

Natalie - Receptionist


I was born in Virginia and moved to Minot the year after the flood. I have a son who is full of energy, and a little girl who has so much personality. He loves to make everyone laugh! I'm new to the dental world, but do have a background in phlebotomy. Even though I am new, I am very eager to learn everything I can about dentistry. When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with my family and being outdoors!