Meet Our Friendly & Caring Dental Team
From the moment you call in all the way until you check out, our dental team will be there to make sure you have everything you need. Each member has been hand selected because of their experience, personality, and dedication to service. Whenever you come to see us, they’ll greet you with a smile, and their only goal is to make sure you have the best dental experience imaginable. We want you to feel that it is a Truly Different Dental Experience! Below, you can get to know some of the friendly faces you’ll meet at Silver Creek Dentistry.
Rachel - Registered Dental Hygienist
As a dental hygienist, Rachel loves to educate her patients about
their oral health. She attended Northeast Wisconsin Technical College for her dental hygiene degree and
Lakeshore Technical College for her degree as a dental assistant. She is also certified in CPR, local
anesthesia, and the 920 nm laser. Rachel has two dogs that enjoy her hobbies along with her such as walking,
camping, and fishing. She also enjoys reading, gardening, woodworking, and sturgeon spearing. Someday, she would
like to go halibut fishing off the shores of Alaska.
Erica - Registered Dental Hygienist
As one of our dental hygienists, Erica helps us create beautiful and
healthy smiles. She has been in the dental field for over 20 years and has experience with local anesthesia and
laser therapy for gum disease. Erica and her husband love traveling as well as camping at WI state parks.
Megan - Registered Dental Hygienist
Megan is a local girl who grew up and attended school here in Ripon.
She received her education for dental hygiene at Fox Valley Technical College and has many years of dental
experience. Megan is also laser and nitrous certified, further enhancing her ability to provide comprehensive
care to her patients. During the warmer months, Megan likes to garden and go camping. She also enjoys spending
time with her family, friends, and canine companions.
Alissa - Registered Dental Hygienist
Alissa is a graduate of Fox Valley Technical College and joined our
practice in 2018. Every day, her main goal is simple: to help everyone smile more. She helps our patients
accomplish this by providing thorough cleanings as well as plenty of patient education so they can effectively
take care of their teeth at home. Outside of work, you’ll mostly find Alissa spending time with her husband Joe,
and two boys Colby and Leo. Alissa also loves to run and spend time outdoors.
MaKaela - Registered Dental Hygienist
MaKaela’s top priority as one of our hygienists is maintaining patient comfort! She always goes the extra mile
to provide a friendly, high-quality experience as soon as someone walks into the office. She is engaged to Cody
and currently planning a wedding for November of 2023. She also has two dogs named Oakley and Lennon. Some of
her favorite hobbies include tackling various house projects, going on boat rides, and traveling. It’s her dream
to go to Alaska one day in particular.
Krystal - Registered Dental Hygienist
Krystal has been helping others smile as a dental hygienist since 2010, and we are thrilled to have her on our
team! In addition to having more than a decade of experience, she is certified in anesthesia and earned her
degree at MATC. For her, providing quality care in a comfortable setting is of the utmost importance. Outside
the office, she and her husband, Justin, enjoy traveling, spending time with family, and attending Packer games.
Here’s a fun fact about her: she has an adorable Goldendoodle named Finley.
Katelyn - Registered Dental Hygienist
Casey - Registered Dental Hygienist
Originally from New London, Casey’s favorite thing about her job is being able to work with her patients and educate them on how to take care of their smiles. For her, having close working relationships with her team and contributing to a warm and welcoming atmosphere is essential for providing excellent care. She studied at Fox Valley Technical College to earn her license in dental hygiene. Whenever she isn’t at the office, Casey enjoys reading, painting, and spending time with her niece and nephews.
Amy - Registered Dental Hygienist
Amy graduated from Fox Valley Technical College, and she’s excited to use her training, education, and passion for helping people to ensure that each person who walks into our office gets the care they need! One of her favorite parts of her job is that she gets to do that in a positive atmosphere and is surrounded by an amazing group of people who only want the best for each patient too. As for life outside the office, she enjoys hanging out with her family and spending time outdoors.
Meighan - Registered Dental Hygienist
For nearly a decade, Meighan has been working diligently in the world of dentistry to expand her skills while helping patients maintain incredible smiles. Her dental philosophy involves empowering her patients by giving them the most comprehensive care and the proper education that can help them best serve their oral health. The best part of her job is getting to know her patients while helping to improve their quality of life. She studied at Northcentral Technical College in Wausau to obtain her Associate of Applied Science degree in Dental Hygiene.
Today, she prioritizes professional development so she can be on top of the latest advancements in dentistry while refining her skills and expertise. When she’s not in the office, Meighan likes hiking with her labrador, road-tripping, kayaking, and camping with her family and their dogs. She also loves art and dreams of traveling across the U.S. and Canada for sightseeing!
Destinie - Hygiene Assistant
Josie - Hygiene Assistant
Bio Coming Soon!
Kailey - Hygiene Assistant
Kailey grew up in Wisconsin, so it was only natural that she completed her studies here as well! She earned her Technical Certificate for Dental Assisting in 2019 from MATC - Milwaukee, and she’s been helping people smile ever since. She absolutely loves that every patient is different and that her job gives her an opportunity to learn new things every day. When she isn’t at our office, she loves spending time hunting, fishing, and working toward her dream of helping patients with sleep disorders.
Trista - Dental Assistant / Team Lead
Trista has more than 25 years of experience in dentistry. As a dental
assistant, she works side-by-side with our dentists every day as they help patients achieve better oral health
and well-being. Before joining our team, she studied at Gateway Technical College. Trista is married and has two
dogs. Her interests include kayaking, gardening, and grilling out. She also took piano lessons for 13 years.
Amanda - Dental Assistant
Amanda has been working in dentistry for over 10 years. Her goal
every day is to help patients feel as comfortable as possible and build genuine relationships with everyone she
meets. To her, the most rewarding part of her job is giving patients confidence again. Originally from Wisconsin
Dells, Amanda mostly likes to spend her free time with her daughter and fur babies. When she gets free time, she
enjoys camping and side by side riding.
Lori - Dental Assistant
Lori studied
dental assisting at Fox Valley Tech and is thrilled to now be a part of the Silver Creek Dentistry team. She
goes above and beyond to help our patients feel relaxed and comfortable in the treatment chair! Outside of work,
she and her husband Bob have two children named Tasha and Josh. In her free time, she enjoys spending playing
with her new grandson Sawyer and working on her family’s hobby farm.
Angie - Dental Assistant
As one of our
assistants, Angelica enjoys being able to help our patients overcome their dental fears – she’ll
even hold your hand if you need it! She is dedicated to providing friendly and reliable care every single day.
At home, she and her spouse Rolando have three children named Michael, Ashley, and Amanda, as well as a
Chihuahua named Charlie. She spends her free time crafting or helping translate (she speaks both Spanish and
English) for neighbors in the Ripon community.
Emily - Dental Assistant
Emily’s journey to our practice began at Fox Valley Technical College. For her, the best thing about being a
dental assistant is helping others feel comfortable and achieve a new smile they’re proud of. She and her
husband, Dakota, have two children together. Some of her favorite things to do outside the office are tubing,
swimming, going on family outings, and taking spontaneous trips. Here’s a fun fact about her: it’s her dream to
build a house!
Shannon - Dental Assistant
Emily - Dental Assistant
Born and raised in Ripon, Emily has always had a passion for helping
others and making a difference in people’s lives. As a Hygiene Assistant, she gets the opportunity to help
hygienists improve patient’s smiles and educate them on how to maintain their pearly whites for years to come.
She loves learning and making sure people get the care they deserve. Outside of the office, she enjoys creating
new memories with her boyfriend, friends, and family.
Alaina - Dental Assistant
Bayley - Dental Assistant
Bayley is currently attending dental hygiene school to receive her certification so that she can further help patients improve their pearly whites and maintain great oral health. Her main priority is to ensure patients are as comfortable as possible while undergoing treatment, and she loves being able to see them happy and smiling after their appointments. She’s also grateful for working in a friendly environment while alongside an incredibly talented team. Outside of the office, Bayley enjoys shopping, camping, spending time with her dog, and hanging out with friends and loved ones.
Lakely - Dental Assistant
Originally from Rosendale, Lakely truly enjoys working alongside a fantastic dental team while also being able to connect with patients to help them have a pleasant experience during their appointments. You’ll typically find her working around the office and helping during procedures to ensure treatments run smoothly. She studied at Fox Valley Technical College for her associate's degree and enjoys learning new things every day. Outside of the office, Lakely lives with her pet cat and her new kittens. She also loves to go hiking, fishing, hunting, and camping.
Jen - Scheduling Coordinator/Team Lead
Jenny has been with our practice for more than 24 years. As the Call
Center Manager and Hygiene Coordinator, she loves working with patients and making them feel welcome. Silver
Creek Dentistry is her “home away from home.” She feels truly blessed to consider so many team members as well
as patients as extended family and friends. She previously studied at Fox Valley Technical College and is
CPR-certified. Jen is married to her best friend Keith. When she’s not helping patients, Jenny enjoys cooking,
doing home renovations, thrifting, crafting, and spending time with her family. Her other interests are cruising
around in their UTV and traveling - especially to Disney World in Florida!
Carrie - Front Office/ Team Lead
Carrie goes the extra mile to provide both her team and our patients
with a great experience every day! She believes that everyone deserves to have a smile they feel confident
about, and being part of such a positive, uplifting group here at Silver Creek Dentistry is wonderful. In her
spare time, she enjoys hanging out with her husband Cole, spending time with her sisters, reading, watching
makeup tutorials, and supporting local businesses in her community. She also LOVES Harry Potter and went to
Universal Studios/Wizarding World for her honeymoon in 2020.
Amanda - Front Office
Amanda joined Silver Creek Dentistry as one of our dental assistants and is now part of the front desk team. Other than providing comfort to our patients, she strives to make each visit as pleasant and beneficial as possible. Outside of the office, she enjoys landscaping, home remodeling, and trips with her husband and two children. Other than spoiling their wiener dogs, Amanda and her husband love to watch their children's events including sports and showing horses.
Char - Front Office
Char joined the Silver Creek Dentistry front desk team in 2017 with over 11 years of experience in customer service and an additional 5+ years caring for the elderly. After graduating high school, Char attended Fox Valley Technical College where she received her CNA certification. Char and her spouse have been together since 2013 and married in 2018. They have a lovely daughter and two sons who keep them on their toes. Char also has a teddy bear dog named Bear. When not running around for sports or other family activities, Char enjoys relaxing outdoors and traveling.
Leann - Front Office
Leann joined our practice in 2019. She brings an amazing 30 years of experience as a dental assistant to our team. Currently, she is one of our insurance specialists. Leann says she enjoys life’s simple pleasures, so she loves spending time up north and going to local concerts with her husband.
Melinda - Front Office
Although Melinda was born and raised in Texas, she has called
Wisconsin home since 2016. She joined our team in 2021, bringing more than a decade of experience in customer
service and hospitality with her. For her, making each patient feel welcome and getting to know them is the best
part of her job. When she isn’t at our office, she enjoys spending time with family, cooking, visiting her
loved ones in Texas, and getting manicures and pedicures!
Caitlynne - Front Office
Caitlynne joined the practice
in 2023 as our team’s patient coordinator, and she’s already done outstanding work in her time here. Thanks to
her strong values and professionalism, she always strives to send patients home with a smile (and sometimes
muffins, too). That approach aligns with her dental philosophy of promoting a comfortable environment for
care-seekers.
Caitlynne lives in Ripon with her spouse Dakota and two Australian Shepherds. (The latter two are actually a mom-daughter pair!) When she’s not in the office, she enjoys outdoor hobbies like grilling, hiking, and hammocking.
Angela - Front Office
Angela used to call California and Arizona home, but when the
opportunity arose for her and her family to move to Wisconsin, they took it! She chose a career in dentistry
because she wanted to make a difference in people’s lives alongside a group of individuals who absolutely love
what they do. Now, she plays an important role in ensuring each patient who comes through our office doors has
the smooth, comfortable, and positive experience they deserve. When she isn’t at our office, you’ll most likely
find her spending time with her family. A fun fact about her: she’s been told she makes delicious salsa!
Wendy - Business Office Coordinator
Wendy grew up in Green Lake, enjoying swimming, boating, and horseback
riding. After high school, she attended Moraine Park Technical College. Her career with Dr. Johnson started with
being his chairside dental assistant. After ten years, Wendy moved to a front-office position. Currently, she
wears many hats, including completing various office duties, managing the building, and maintaining the
computers and technology. Wendy is proud to be a part of an office focused on our patient’s care and overall
wellness.
She enjoys participating in events within Ripon and its neighboring communities. She loves being in nature, walking, working in her yard, and helping others.
Nancy - Marketing Director
Nancy has been a part of the Silver Creek Dentistry team for over 30
years. She loves interacting with our patients and team members alike. She previously earned a Bachelor of
Science in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls, and she has a PHR certification in human
resources. Nancy and her husband have been married for over 30 years. She considers herself very blessed by her
family of two sons, her daughter-in-law, and 2 grandkids. She loves traveling with her family and friends, and
she also enjoys four-wheeling and boating.