Meet The Staff
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Dayna, CDA/LDA, Dental Assistant
Dayna attended St. Cloud Technical and Community College in St. Cloud, MN graduating in 2011. She enjoys restorative dentistry and being a part of a dental team dedicated to providing quality care as well as excellent patient care. Dayna appreciates spending time with her husband and two children, as well as outdoor recreation.
Linda, LDA, Dental Assistant
Linda attended Hennepin Technical College, in Brooklyn Park, MN to become a licensed dental assistant. She has been a licensed dental assistant for over 25 years. She enjoys being part of a team that strives for quality dental care to our patients. She enjoys spending time with her husband and children, who are college graduates beginning their careers. She lives on a hobby farm where they raise horses, dogs, and cats. Her family is very busy these days, but they still enjoy gathering whenever they can. They all enjoy attending Rodeos and her son loves to compete!
Judy, Dental Assistant
Judy is married and has four children and six grandchildren, and lives in Raymond, Minnesota. Judy has spent many years in Dentistry and is still a vital member of the dental team. Judy helps things flow smoothly on the clinical side. She is so helpful in caring for the patients, even if somewhat working “backstage”. We value her on our team. During her free time, Judy enjoys gardening, camping, hiking, and hanging out with family and friends. If you see the beautiful flowers and festive decorations in the garden areas at our office- that’s thanks to Judy!
Kayla, Registered Dental Hygienist
Kayla attended North Dakota State College of Science and obtained an Associate Degree in dental assisting and dental hygiene. Kayla is passionate about education. After starting her career in dental hygiene she chose to continue her education at Minnesota State University, Mankato where she received her Bachelor’s of Science in dental hygiene. Kayla enjoys sharing her passion of education with patients by helping them learn the best ways to keep their mouth healthy. She describes seeing patients’ oral health improve with each visit as the best part of her job. Outside of the office, Kayla enjoys spending time on the lakes, running, biking, and being with her husband and family include Boulder the “best golden retriever ever”.
Kay, Appointment Coordinator, Certified Licensed Dental Assistant
Kay attended Canby Technical College for Dental Assisting. She has been working for Dr. Gardner for over 30 years. Kay enjoys getting to know patients and helping to make sure that their visits are comfortable and pleasant while working towards their dental health. Being a part of this dental team has been so rewarding.
Outside of the dental office, Kay enjoys spending time outdoors, walking, flower gardening, reading and going to many local sporting events. Most important to her is the time spent with family and friends. Her daughter and her family live in Owatonna and her son and his family live in Duluth. Being a grandparent to a grandson and two granddaughters brings a lot of joy to her life.
Roxanne, Financial Coordinator
Roxanne attended Northwestern Technical College in Bemidji, MN for dental assisting. She has been working in the financial/insurance area of dentistry for 29+ years. Roxanne enjoys getting to know the patients and assisting them in their dental finances and insurance questions.
Roxanne enjoys theatre, reading and any activities with her spouse, children, grandchildren and friends .
Jackie, Registered Dental Hygienist
Jackie attended Lakeshore Technical College in WI for dental assisting and Normandale Community College in MN for dental hygiene. She enjoys learning what’s new in dental hygiene and prevention and helping patients achieve optimal oral health. She and Dr. Gardner have worked together for many years. In her spare time she likes to bike, play tennis, and various outdoor activities.
Katie, Dental Hygienist
Katie attended North Dakota State College of Science in Wahpeton, ND. Graduating in 2023 with an associates degree in Dental Hygiene. She enjoys sharing her education of dental care with patients along with seeing improvements between each visit. katie’s favorite part of her job is getting to interact with patients and Dr. Gardner telling them, he “home grows his hygienists” as I have been a patient since I was 4. Outside the office, Katie enjoys the outdoors, hunting, farming, volleyball, being at the lake and spending time with family and friends.
Ready To Take Control Of Your Dental Care?
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Our caring and dedicated staff can't wait to hear from you!