Meet Our Dental Team – Springdale, AR

 

Jennifer, Dental Office Manager of Operations

Jennifer likes that her job allows her to be a problem solver so she can help our patients easily achieve their dental goals. She is a graduate of the University of Central Arkansas and is married with two children. When she isn’t working, she likes to spend time outdoors hiking, biking, and kayaking. She also loves to cook and try all types of foods.

 

Becky, Business Assistant

Becky has 10 years of experience in the dental world, and for her, she loves that her job helps people understand just how important their oral health is to their overall wellbeing. She is originally from Humacao, Puerto Rico and comes from a big close family with lots of siblings, cousins, aunts, and uncles. She enjoys doing crafts and learning new skills. Right now, she is practicing photography and studying the Marshallese language. Becky also frequently volunteers with organizations that serve children.

 

Mirella, Business Assistant

Mirella says that her job allows her to make true connections with our patients, and she loves using these relationships to serve them. She is a certified dental assistant who received her training from Petra Allied Health. When she isn’t spending time with family or friends, she likes to travel, attend concerts and rodeo events, and enjoy the outdoors.

 

Mariah, Business Assistant

Mariah is a Business Assistant at Sunset Avenue Dental and plays a key role in helping patients feel welcomed, supported, and confident from the moment they walk through the door. She finds the most rewarding part of her role is seeing the smile on a patient’s face when the team is able to help them achieve the care and smile they’ve always wanted.

With three years of experience in the dental field through her time with Heartland, Mariah brings valuable knowledge and a strong patient-focused approach to the front office. She is passionate about creating positive experiences and ensuring every patient feels cared for and understood.

Born and raised in Springdale, Arkansas, Mariah comes from a close-knit family and is especially proud of her daughter, a licensed cosmetologist who graduated from Paul Mitchell in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Outside of the office, Mariah enjoys riding horses, hunting, fishing, and spending quality time with family. A fun fact about Mariah—she grew up riding horses and competing in rodeo, training young horses herself and winning on horses she helped raise and develop.

 

Skye, Registered DENTAL HYGIENIST

Skye is a registered dental hygienist at Sunset Avenue Dental who is passionate about helping patients improve their oral health while feeling comfortable and cared for. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene from the University of Arkansas–Fort Smith and began her professional career shortly after graduation.

Skye loves building relationships with her patients and enjoys meeting new people every day. She finds great fulfillment in educating patients and helping them feel confident about their smiles.

Originally from Sallisaw, Oklahoma, Skye enjoys spending time with her fiancé, Derek, and her two children, Emmitt and Kora. At home, she also has two pets—a bearded dragon named Rhino and a cat named Mr. Buttons. Outside of dentistry, Skye loves painting, baking, reading, hiking, swimming, antiquing, and exploring new places with friends. One fun fact about Skye: she’s gone skydiving!

 

MAKAYLA, DENTAL HYGIENIST

Born and raised in Arkansas, Makayla chose to stay close to pursue her studies. In addition to attending the University of Central Arkansas and the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, she has her bachelor’s degree, her local anesthesia permit, and her nitrous oxide, CPR, and BLS certificates. When she was asked what she loves most about being a dental hygienist, she said that it’s building relationships with people and helping them lead healthier lives! As for life outside the office, she has a fiancé and Yorkie at home. She also loves kayaking, hiking, and traveling in her free time. Here’s a fun fact about her: she’s played the flute for 11 years!

 

Tracy, Registered Dental Assistant

Tracy hails from Lowell, and she went through Accelerated Dental Assisting Academy. Her qualifications include certification for X-rays, coronal polishing, and nitrous oxide administration. She is thankful to have the chance to connect with such a diverse range of people.

Tracy has a Blue Nose Bully; she began raising him when he was just six weeks old. Her hobbies outside of work include mountain biking, rock collecting, playing video games, and trying different kinds of foods.

 

Jaquelin, Hygiene Assistant

Jaquelin says that the best part of her day is seeing a patient’s face after they look at their new smile in the mirror for the first time. Outside of work, she likes spending time with her loud, fun, and caring family, which consists of her parents, three siblings, and two pets. She also frequently visits Mexico to see her grandparents. At home, she likes to do makeup, both for herself and others.

 

Aliyah, Dental Assistant

A native of Springdale, Aliyah loves being part of a passionate team dedicated to improving smiles while creating a positive and comfortable experience for our patients. Having the opportunity to assist patients and educate them on how to maintain their oral health is one of the best parts of her day. She grew an interest in dentistry during high school and later went to Northwest Arkansas Community College to earn her dental assisting certification. She's currently a part-time student going for her bachelor's degree in Biology at the University of Arkansas. At home, she enjoys playing outdoor and indoor sports, like sand volleyball, and scrapbooking while listening to her favorite artists. Aliyah also speaks both English and Marshallese!

 

Ana, Dental Assistant

Ana has been a valued member of the Sunset Avenue Dental team for the past year, bringing three years of experience in the dental field. She is certified in nitrous oxide administration, polishing, and X-rays, and takes pride in helping patients feel confident in their smiles. Originally from Springdale, Ana is currently enrolled at NWACC while also serving in the Army National Guard since 2019. Outside of dentistry, she devotes her time to raising her two young children and creating joyful experiences for them. Her dedication, both at work and at home, reflects her passion for serving others