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Kelly is a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) with 28 years of experience in the dental field. She earned her Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license in 1995. While raising two boys and working full time, she attended evening classes at Cabrillo College. She obtained her RDH degree and license in 2010, graduating near the top of her class. Kelly served as Dental Hygiene Class President for two years and received the Leadership Award upon graduation. She has experience working with all ages in general practice, along with several years in a pediatric dental setting. Before entering dentistry, Kelly was a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), primarily caring for the elderly—including those in Alzheimer’s facilities—and providing home healthcare for individuals with brain and spinal cord injuries. These experiences give her valuable insight into how to better support her patients. Kelly was born in Rhode Island and moved to Santa Cruz as a child. She is married to her husband, Tyler, and is the proud mother of three sons and one daughter. As a family, they enjoy camping, fishing, boating, beach days, and walking their dog, Cruz, a Belgian Malinois. They live on the Eastside of Santa Cruz.
Cabrillo College
graduating near the top of her class
Full clinical exam, CBCT scan (if needed), discussion of options, and a personalised treatment plan with transparent pricing.