Julie
has been practicing hygiene in Apple Valley for
over two decades. She considers her patients friends and they appreciate her gentle touch. She provides individualized attention and is committed to education to ensure her patients receive the best dentistry has to offer. Let her introduce herself:
Hello, my name is Julie. I am a licensed Dental Hygienist with over 20 years of clinical experience.
When my previous employer of over eighteen years retired I was faced with finding another office where I could feel comfortable yet challenged in my daily work. I believe that I have found that here at Dr. Wakefield’s office. I’m excited to be a part of this great team!
My home is in Lakeville with my husband, two sons, and our dog Kirby. When we aren’t busy with school activities, we enjoy cooking and working outside in our yard. Yes, we’re those crazy people who actually enjoy yard work!
The
people
that
I
see
at
work
each
day
are
more
than
just
mouths
to
me.
I
truly
enjoy
learning
about
my
patients.
Dental
visits
are
much
more
fun
if
we
have
things
to
talk
about.
I’ve
truly
enjoyed
getting
to
know
each
of
you!
Cheri,
dental hygienist, has been keeping smiles healthy for almost twenty years. Her cheerful disposition and generous nature make her a valued friend as well as a cherished co-worker. Let her introduce herself:
I have been with Dakota Dental Clinic for
over a decade. I am so pleased to be in our new beautiful building and I hope to be here for many years to come.
The last few years have brought many changes to our lives. My husband Bert and I have a combined family of 3 sons, 2 daughters, 2 granddaughters and 3 grandsons. Our busy lives are filled with our families, grandchildren, hiking, biking, traveling, reading and dancing.
Most of all, we are enjoying our empty nest!!!
After
many years
working
beside me
chair side,
Holly
has moved to our front office.
As she has proven in the past,
she is multi-talented and can
multi-task ! Her passion for our
mission is evident in all she
does for our patients. Let her
introduce herself:
I knew from frequent visits to the orthodontist as a teenager, that I wanted a career in dentistry!
I attended Normandale Community College in Bloomington and ultimately graduated from Minnesota Institute as a Dental Assistant. Being a native of Richfield, I was fortunate to keep one foot planted close to home while going to school.
In the nearly seventeen years I’ve been with Dr. Wakefield, my position has evolved and grown. Clinically, I have performed the expanded function skills for which I am licensed. I have also established our inventory control system, OSHA compliance and training program, radiation safety protocol and sterilization monitoring.
I have recently taken on the full time position
in the
business
office. It has been exciting and enlightening, yet not without a few challenges. Just when I thought I knew it all, I have a chance at a new career.
My schedule is not as hectic as some of my co-workers anymore. My beautiful and dedicated daughter is away at college now. I miss the laughter and commotion that she and her friends and activities brought to our home. Grand Forks is a long drive but easy to get to when I need a “fix”.
My athletic and fun loving son still has 2 more years at Eastview. There really is never a dull moment with him and his buddies. Knowing them all allows me to be involved with the many great families in our area.
When my family does connect in the same location, we still enjoy the outdoors. Golf, walking, and boating give us entertainment and fun. My new passion is the week-end rides on the Harley with the wonderful man in my life.
Crystal
and
her
smiling
face
will
greet
you
at
the
front
office.
She’s
a
polished
professional
whose
warm
personality
puts
everyone
at
ease.
She
has
been
a
perfect
fit
with
our
team
and
our
mission.
Let
her
introduce
herself:
I
was
born
in
Madison,
Minnesota.
After
residing
in a
number
of
different
locations,
my
family
landed
in
Burnsville
and
I
graduated
from
Lakeville
High
School.
Following
graduation,
I
attended
Mankato
State
University.
I
have
been
enjoying
my
career
in
the
dental
field
most
of
my
adult
life.
I
worked
as
office
manager
and
patient
coordinator
for
an
orthodontic
office
for
23
years.
The
change
from
orthodontics
to
family
practice
has
been
fun
and
challenging.
I am
excited
about
the
change
in
my
career,
and
look
forward
to
meeting
each
of
you.
I am
so
pleased
to
be a
part
of
the
exceptional
team
at
Dakota
Dental.
It
is
an
honor
to
be
associated
with
a
practice
that
strives
to
give
the
best
care
to
our
patients.
I
have
been
blessed
with
a
wonderful
family.
My
husband
and
I
have
been
married
29
years
and
have
raised
two
children.
Wedding
bells
rang
this
past
year
and
we
are
even
more
blessed
with
the
addition
of
our
daughter-in-law.
Being
empty
nesters
gives
us
the
time
to
pursue
our
many
hobbies,
reading,
music,
sailing,
travel,
golf
and
of
course
my
real
passion,
my
family.
Oh
and
Max,
our
Dalmation,
makes
the
nest
feel
not
too
empty.
Euguenia
is
one
of
fewer
than
50
Registered
Assistants
in
Minnesota
to
have
Restorative
Function
Certification.
We
are
excited
to
have
her
assisting
chairside,
as
she
brings
with
her
a
wide
range
of
experience
in
dentistry
and
other
fields.
If
we
have
a
question
about
chemistry,
we
ask
her!
Let
her
introduce
herself:
My name is Genny. I have been in dentistry since 1983. Originally I am from Bulgaria, a small country in Southeast Europe, near Greece and Turkey. I worked in dental offices in my country and Sweden.
After traveling a lot with my family, we finally decided to settle down in Minnesota. From our first day we fell in love with the nature and the people here.
I have worked with Dr. Wakefield since moving to Minnesota almost a decade ago. I enjoy the friendships I have developed with my co-workers and I enjoy working with all of our patients.
I recently completed the requirements set forth by the Minnesota State Board of Dentistry to gain my licensure as a “Restorative Function” Assistant. There are fewer than 50 Registered Dental Assistants in Minnesota, with this designation. I am now able to restore teeth after the doctor has prepared them. I am excited about my new duties and find it very rewarding to assist Dr. Wakefield on a different level.
My
chair-side
assistant,
Ashley,
is
our
shining
star.
She
is
just
the
soothing
voice
and
gentle
touch
you
want
to
experience
when
you
are
in
the
dental
chair.
Don't
let
her
youthful
appearance
fool
you...she
is
an
experienced
professional
who
is
constantly
on
the
go!
Let
her
introduce
herself:
Even when I was young, I knew the dental field is where I wanted to be, and I am very
happy with my choice. After high school I attended Dakota County Technical College and graduated with a Dental Assisting Degree. I have always enjoyed learning, which is important, considering the ever-changing advancements in dental technology. I enjoy my career a great deal and I am very thankful for the great group of women I have found here at Dr. Wakefield’s office.
I was born in Duluth, moved to the cities when I was young and grew up in Cottage Grove. I now live in Apple Valley.
My husband and I are enjoying rearing two precious girls. They keep us very busy as we try to balance dance lessons, school work, and pursue outdoor activities as often as we can. Visiting our families frequently takes us to Duluth.
I
look
forward
to
getting
to
know
each
of
you!
Lucky is the patient
who is fortunate
enough to have Pam
help with their
treatment. Her
gentle touch and
compassionate
personality will put
you at ease from the
first time you meet
her. Let her
introduce herself:
Hello, my name is
Pam. I have been a Registered Dental Assistant for
almost a decade. I received my formal training at the Vocational Technical College in Rosemount. This was a big change from the farm lands of Melrose where I attended high school.
My husband and I, our 2 sons and daughter, make our home in Farmington. Our lives stay busy; running with the kids in sports, Boy Scouts and school activities. We enjoy traveling and visiting family in Boston as much as possible.
I enjoy working with and caring for, people. My choice for a career in Dental Assisting has been the perfect fit. I truly love coming to work each and every day. It has been a great pleasure meeting the many families here at Dr. Wakefield’s office.
that I have found that here at Dr. Wakefield’s office. I’m excited to be a part of this great team!
new beautiful building and I hope to be here for many years to come. 
After traveling a lot with my family, we finally decided to settle down in Minnesota. From our first day we fell in love with the nature and the people here. 
happy with my choice. After high school I attended Dakota County Technical College and graduated with a Dental Assisting Degree. I have always enjoyed learning, which is important, considering the ever-changing advancements in dental technology. I enjoy my career a great deal and I am very thankful for the great group of women I have found here at Dr. Wakefield’s office.
My husband and I, our 2 sons and daughter, make our home in Farmington. Our lives stay busy; running with the kids in sports, Boy Scouts and school activities. We enjoy traveling and visiting family in Boston as much as possible.
