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.


Michelle - Dakota Dental Assistant

Michelle


bio coming soon


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 attended the University of North Dakota for a year and then went to North Dakota State College of Science. Once at NDSCS, I graduated with an Associate of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene and a minor in Liberal Arts in the spring of 2017. I started working at Dakota Dental Health Center right after graduation in May. Outside of the office, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends and going to our cabin at Lake Metigoshe as well as doing any other outdoor activity and traveling.


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. Outside of work, I enjoy reading, going to the lake, and spending time with family and friends.


Megan - Dakota Dental Hygienist

Megan


bio coming soon


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!


Patti - Dakota Dental Office

Patti - Business Manager


I started my career with Dakota Dental Health Center in 1992 as a dental hygienist. I later decided to become more involved in the administrative duties and began doing payroll and accounts payable which has led me to my current position as Business Manager. I have taken great pride in being part of such an amazing team. Staying current in every aspect of dentistry has been challenging yet extremely rewarding and has given me the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally.


Ashlee - Dakota Dental Assistant

Jenn - Business Manager


I was born and raised in southeast Idaho. My interest in the dental field began at age 15 when I started working for a dental office after school, running errands and helping staff.

After graduating from high school, I became a certified dental assistant and worked while my husband, Dr. Shaw, completed his undergraduate degree at Idaho State University in Pocatello, Idaho. We then moved to Omaha, Nebraska where my husband completed dental school at Creighton University.

I am the mother of two boys and two girls. I was a stay-at-home mom for many years filling in as a dental assistant for Dr. Shaw when needed. Our family moved to Minot in 2020 and I began my role as an additional business manager at Dakota Dental Health Center.

I love living in Minot! I have made numerous friends. I stay active in my church and work with local youth. In my free time, I love to read, play piano, and do outdoor activities with my family.


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. 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!