Meet the Team

Kira grew up in Henderson and graduated from Nishna Valley. She graduated in 2012 with a degree in Dental Hygiene from Iowa Western and has been working here since then. Presently, she lives in Bennington, Nebraska with her husband and dog. Kira enjoys crafting, reading, and rooting for Nebraska volleyball.

Melissa graduated from Dental Hygiene at Ozarks Technical Community College in Springfield, MO in 2010. She and her husband live in Elliot with their three boys. They enjoy the outdoors, spending summers in the Ozarks, fishing and hanging out with friends and family. Melissa is passionate about helping her patients maintain their teeth for life!

Karen has lived in Southwest Iowa all of her life, graduating from school in Stanton, Iowa. She has been working in the dental field since 2006. She enjoys helping others with any questions or concerns they may have while in or out of the office. She and her husband Dan have three grown children. She stays busy with the grandchildren, church, the Five-One-8, the Wilson Performing Arts Center and baking for others as the “Sweet Swede.”

Brenda started her dental career in 1994 and continued classes to expand her skills. She has a very strong work ethic and provides a welcoming environment that comforts and relaxes patients. She grew up in the countryside East of Clarinda and currently lives by Viking Lake with her husband and daughter. She thoroughly enjoys walks in nature and spending time with her family.

Michelle has been a dental assistant at this office since 1993. She loves interacting with patients of all ages and making them feel comfortable. She loves all things cats and animals, often volunteering at the local shelter. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, going to auctions and tag sales to look for treasures.

Anna graduated from Red Oak High School in 2022. She grew up in Villisca, Iowa. Anna is passionate about helping others and plans to pursue her career further into dental hygiene. In her free time, Anna enjoys working out and spending time with friends and family.

Corey grew up in the Midwest and graduated from Red Oak High School. She currently resides in Red Oak, raising her three sons and one daughter. Her family is involved in the community through Scouts at both Cub Scout and Scout BSA levels. Corey enjoys reading, crafts and all sorts of outdoor activities.