Meet the Dental Team – Colchester, VT

Shannon, Business Office Administrator / Dental Assistant

Shannon has been with us since 2022, and she says that she feels very fortunate to work alongside a great group of knowledgeable, kind, and caring people who feel like family. She started her career as a dental assistant in an oral surgery office and then moved to a general dentistry practice before transitioning to the front office.

At home, Shannon has a daughter, Makenna, as well as a dog and cat waiting for her. In her free time, she loves doing crafts like macrame, reading, and watching movies. She used to be an avid horseback rider and still loves horses!

Malorie, Business Office Receptionist

Malorie started her dental career as an assistant, and she says that her knowledge and skills from this time easily transferred to her current role. For her, seeing someone’s smile after receiving treatment is always rewarding, and she feels very fortunate to work with a group of individuals who aren’t just co-workers, but feel like part of her family.

At home, most of Malorie’s free time is spent on the couch with her dogs, Scarlet and Leila, cuddling and watching movies. She also likes to paint, draw, and enjoy nature by going fishing, camping, and snowshoeing.

Pam, Dental Hygienist

Pam has been a part of the dental world for an impressive 45+ years! In her mind, the job is all about getting to work with great people, referring to her supportive co-workers and our valued patients.

Pam and her husband have an adult daughter and son, and her hobbies include horseback riding, hiking with her dogs, gardening, and working out.

Reese, Dental Hygienist

For Reese, the most rewarding part of her job is having the opportunity to make people love their smiles with some of the best dental treatments. A native of Bloomfield, VT, she began dental assisting while she attended dental hygiene school at Vermont State University. Since then, she’s received her local anesthesia endorsement and laser certification, and she remains dedicated to expanding her expertise through continuing education courses.

Reese loves spending time with her close-knit family to have fun and wind down. Whenever she gets the chance, she enjoys snowboarding, wakeboarding, and being outdoors with her loved ones. Other than dentistry, she also has a passion for hairstyling.

Jennifer D., Expanded Function Dental Assistant

Jennifer has been working in the dental field for over eight years, and she always finds patient care so rewarding! Transforming smiles and keeping mouths healthy in a comfortable environment makes her day. She studied assisting and completed her EFDA training at the Center for Technology, Essex.

Jennifer currently lives in South Hero with her husband, son, Yellow Lab, and cat. She likes spending quality time with family, baking/cooking, entertaining, gardening, swimming in the lake and their pool, going on walks through her wooded land, and snowshoeing in the winter mouths. If you hear infectious laughter around the dental office, rest assured that it is probably Jenn D.

Lauren, Dental Assistant

Lauren has been a part of our dental office for almost five years now. Originally from Shelburne, she always goes the extra mile to help our patients improve their oral health and achieve beautiful smiles. She studied assisting at the Center of Technology, Essex.

In her spare time, you can usually find her hiking, fishing, swimming, walking the pups, or simply having a good time with friends and family. Away from the dental office, Lauren and her partner Kyle have three dogs named Chopper, Star, and Maple. If you see her around the dental office, be sure to ask about them!

Kady, Dental Assistant

Kady has been part of the world of dental care for six years, and she’s been loving every minute of it. The best part for her is being able to provide patients with the highest level of dentistry as well as educate them on maintaining their oral health so that they can achieve the confident smile they deserve. To earn her certification, she attended the dental assisting program at the Center for Technology, Essex. She was also a National Technical Honor Society student, and she continues to learn as much as possible to this day.

Originating from Essex, VT, Kady lives with her partner and their beautiful daughter. They love spending time together at home along with their pet dog and cat. Other than dental care, she enjoys dancing and traveling whenever possible.