Admin Team

	SHONNA- FRONT OFFICE I have been a dental assistant since 1987, but have recently moved to the front office. I'm the first friendly face you'll see, when you walk through the door. I joined the Yelm Dental "Tooth Team" in 2008. I enjoy helping our patients feel comfortable and work hard to make sure that they have a positive experience. I enjoy life with my husband Bill and our son Willie. I also have two grown children, Rudy and Julie, and 4 grandchildren. I enjoy all the outdoor activities this area has to offer, especially camping and hiking at the beach or mountains.

	KIMBERLY - INSURANCE/BILLING SPECIALIST I have been in the dental field since June 2004 and with Yelm Dental since January 2020. I started out as a dental assistant after graduating from South Puget Sound Community College's Expanded Function Dental Assisting Program only to find I wasn't a fan of spit and blood. I moved up front and have been there ever since. I've been in many roles from Treatment Plan Coordinator, Billing Specialist, to Office Manager and more. What I love about all these roles is the interaction I get with patients and the opportunity to provide them with a great experience. Most recently I've discovered I am passionate about advocating for patients amongst the insurance world. Outside of work I enjoy spending time playing board games with my husband and young son as well as camping, hiking, and many adventures to local parks and coffee shops. We are fortunate to have our families live nearby and a great group of friends we love doing life with. We can often be found at our church of ten years, active in marriage ministry as well as other roles.

TAYA - SURGICAL COORDINATOR
I started my dental career as a dental assistant in 2018, however I quickly became very passionate about front office work and helping patients to be able to achieve all of their dental goals. My main role at Yelm Dental now is coordinating the surgery schedule and managing insurance for implants, wisdom teeth extractions and any other surgical procedures. I have definitely found my home here at Yelm Dental, not only do I love the Yelm community, but I love the relationships I have made with our patients. When I'm not at work I love to travel and spend my time with my husband, our daughter and our dog! You can always find us looking for our next adventure!

DAISY - FRONT OFFICE
I have been working in dental since 2015, starting as an assistant and then becoming an insurance specialist! I have worn many different hats in the dental field. I love working with patients to provide them the best possible care and keeping a smile on their faces. I have been at Yelm Dental since 2021 and look forward to continuing to grow with our amazing dental team. When I am not working I am a sports mom to three wonderful kiddos who my husband and I make our life all about! I am a California girl living in a Washington world!

	STEPHANIE- FRONT OFFICE I am one of the newest Yelm Dental team members. I started filling in and temping in the summer of 2023 and officially joined the team in 2024. I began my dental career in 2015 as a front office coordinator and have taken on new roles and responsibilities as a dental assistant, financial administrator and office manager. I am excited to share what I’ve learned over the years to help the doctors and rest of the team ensure our patients achieve a healthy and beautiful smile that they can be proud of. I may be a new face in the office, but most of you have probably seen me around town chauffeuring my four hooligans to and from sports practices/games. I look forward to meeting you all at your next dental visit!