Meet the Team

Mindy grew up in the Flathead Valley and graduated from Flathead High School. She attended Dental Assisting School in San Diego and returned home in 2008. Soon thereafter, Mindy joined our team as a dental assistant. She combined her dental assisting knowledge with her amazing ability to multi-task and became our Office Manager. Here, she wears many hats and keeps our office running smoothly. You will find her happily greeting patients and helping to coordinate treatment. Mindy always has a smile and truly cares about our patients. While not at work Mindy enjoys spending time with her husband and two kids, traveling, playing on the water, interior decorating, and event planning.

Tori is a Colorado native and has lived most of her life in the La Salle area. She has been in the Dental field since 2007 with her primary focus on patient and insurance coordination. She enjoys helping people navigate the complexities of Dental and Insurance. She loves to see their smiles!

Krista was born and raised in Canada and has been living in Colorado for 35 years. Krista joined Trail Ridge Dental December 2024 and brought over 14 years of office management experience. Krista has a passion for ensuring patients feel comfortable and well informed. She has a strong background in managing patient information, explaining dental benefits, handling insurance claims, treatment planning and coordinating appointments. In her free time, she enjoys family time with her kids and grandkids, traveling with her husband worldwide, hiking, biking and pickleball.

Holly grew up in the Flathead Valley. She joined our team in September of 2015. She has years of experience providing excellent patient care as a massage therapist and front desk receptionist. Holly will likely be the first one to greet you in our office. Her contagious smile and fun loving demeanor keeps everyone upbeat. Holly is married and has two young children, a daughter and son. She enjoys camping, traveling, cooking and gardening.

Cody is married with 3 beautiful children. He grew up in Eugene, Oregon— along with 10 other siblings! Cody served 6 years in the US Air Force— seeing over 30 countries. Cody has family in the Flathead Valley and feels blessed to be able to live here. He enjoys everything outside, playing and watching soccer and practicing ju jitsu and kick boxing. “I enjoy helping patients through dental anxiety and look forward to meeting new patients!”

Andi was born and raised in Kalispell. She attended dental hygiene school at MSU Great Falls College of Technology. She has worked at our practice since 2008!! Andi is always smiling and loves answering patients’ questions. Andi is prompt and gentle handed. Andi has advanced training in myofunctional therapy to better serve her patients. She and her husband have two amazing children, a daughter and a son. She enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and cooking.

Janell grew up in Northern California but has called Montana home for over 20 years. She attended Dental Hygiene School in Southern Idaho. Janell has three adult children and six grandchildren. Janell has a passion for her job and values building strong patient relationships. She enjoys making a difference in the lives of patients and building relationships. While she’s not at work she is busy hiking, mountain biking, gardening, and spending time with her family.

Deni has been in the  dental field since 2014. She enjoys helping patients feel at ease in the dental chair and helping and receiving great care. When outside of professional life, Deni enjoys exploring the outdoors and a great cup of coffee.

Vanessa joined our team in 2022. She moved to Montana from Springfield, Illinois in 2019 to be closer to her family here in the Flathead Valley. She became passionate about dentistry after having her own treatment done and decided to make a career out of it. Her passion is to make a positive impact, helping patients feel comfortable in the dental chair during treatment. She has two children who keep her busy when not at the office. They love to explore Montana by hiking, camping, and checking out new places to eat!

Lena was born in Montana and raised in the beautiful Flathead Valley and is a proud graduate of Flathead High School. She continued her education at Flathead Valley Community College, studying Medical Coding, bookkeeping, and other areas of interest. With over 30 years of experience in the medical and dental fields, Lena brings a wealth of knowledge and adaptability to her role.

From a young age, Lena dreamed of working in the dental field. She is passionate about making patients feel like part of her extended family and is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care. Her warm personality and commitment to excellence help create a welcoming environment for every patient.Outside of the office, Lena enjoys camping, kayaking, fishing, and quilting. She is married to her high school sweetheart and is the proud mother of two grown sons and loves spending time with her two granddaughters, especially when she gets the chance to spoil them.

Cinthya grew up in northern Colorado and has been dedicated to the dental field since 2014. As an Expanded Duties Dental Assistant (EDDA), she brings over a decade of hands-on experience and a strong commitment to patient care. Known for her attention to detail and compassionate approach, Cinthya is passionate about helping patients feel comfortable and confident in their dental care. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, hiking, paddle boarding, traveling, and relaxing at home with her dog and two cats.

Erika has been a dedicated Expanded Duties Dental Assistant for over 15 years. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Sciences from the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley. Erika takes pride in creating a welcoming and comfortable environment for patients to ensure a positive dental experience. Outside the office, she enjoys spending quality time with her family and dogs, cooking, being outdoors, hiking, paddle boarding, and skiing.

Sophia moved to Kalispell, Montana in 2020 and has been working as a dental assistant for the past year. She has a strong passion for patient care and loves helping people feel confident in their smiles. Her work in dentistry has deepened her interest in healthcare and reinforced her dedication to making patients feel comfortable and cared for. When she’s not in the office, Sophia enjoys exploring the outdoors; whether it’s hiking, camping, or simply taking in the natural beauty of Montana.

Bailey grew up in Kalispell and after moving away for a short time is happy to be back. Bailey and her husband Jake spend most of their free time caring for and riding their four horses. After working for 5 years in a dental specialty office, she can’t help but smile each day with all the “cool things we get to do in a general dentistry office” and build long term relationships with our patients.