Dental Hygienists

Meet our Dental Hygienists! Focusing on preventive care and education, our dental hygienists help you maintain a healthy smile between visits. They perform thorough cleanings, take X-rays, and educate patients on optimal oral hygiene practices.

Ann

Ann is a dedicated Dental Hygienist who grew up in St. Paul, graduating from Hill-Murray High School and the University of Minnesota. She has worked at Associated Dentists for over 11 years and has a passion for promoting oral health. Ann finds the best part of her job to be building long-term relationships with patients, many of whom she has seen for over 30 years, considering them like family. Outside the office, Ann enjoys exploring the scenic trails and charming stores of Hudson. She is passionate about reading, participating in two book clubs, and cherishes spending time in Duluth with family.

Cortney

Cortney is a dedicated registered Dental Hygienist with over 16 years of experience in the field. She is passionate about educating patients on the importance of oral health and implementing preventative dental practices. Cortney graduated from Winona State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology and furthered her education at Normandale Community College, where she received her Associate’s Degree in Dental Hygiene. Certified by the Minnesota Board of Dentistry, she believes in a gentle, compassionate, and honest approach to dental care and is committed to staying up-to-date with the latest techniques and technology. Cortney values the opportunity to connect with patients while also improving their knowledge of their specific dental needs. She appreciates that Associated Dentists provides exceptional care from a team that truly cares about their patients’ needs and questions. When not in the office, Cortney enjoys being very active outdoors with her two kids, creating new recipes, and spending time with family and friends.

Tiffany

Tiffany is a Dental Hygienist who has been a licensed provider for about 20 years, and joined Associated Dentists in 2024. She performs preventative procedures, treats forms of Periodontal Disease, and takes radiographs to diagnose pathology. Tiffany holds a Bachelor of Science degree in dental hygiene from Mankato State University and has certifications in local anesthetic, nitrous oxide, and restorative functions. Her favorite part of her job is seeing patients’ oral health improve or stabilize, and her top dental tip is to floss sometime once a day rather than skipping it entirely. Tiffany believes the team’s integrity and respect for one another and for patients sets the practice apart. She is married with two cats, lives in St. Paul, and enjoys fixing up their 1920s house. In her free time, she loves to travel and is a big fan of visiting national parks.

 

Jill

Jill has been a registered Dental Hygienist at Associated Dentists for 43 years. She graduated from the University of Minnesota with a degree in dental hygiene and has local anesthetic training. Jill has also performed hospital dentistry, mainly for special needs patients, and volunteered twice in the 1990s at the San Lucas Toliman dental clinic in Guatemala. Her dental advice is that the mouth is the gateway to the rest of the body, with many systemic links, and that inflammation and infection are warning signs. She promotes using a Waterpik flosser as a beneficial adjunct, especially for individuals with hand limitations. Jill finds her greatest joy in working with patients, gaining their trust, and building lasting relationships. She notes that Associated Dentists has always provided excellent care with a dedicated and caring team of professionals. Jill lives in St. Paul with her partner, Sandy, and has three wonderful adult children. She loves to garden, bake treats for family and friends, and is a long-time season ticket holder for the MN Lynx, watching a lot of women’s basketball.

 

Storm

Storm is the lead Dental Hygienist at Associated Dentists. She initially started as a temporary employee in 2021 and, loving the environment, has stayed on ever since. Storm attended school in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, where she obtained her EMT license and dental assisting certificate while waiting for a spot in the hygiene program. She worked as an assistant for three years before graduating from the hygiene program in 2015. Her favorite dental health tip is that seeing alternate hygienists provides the best clean and overall care. What sets Associated Dentists apart for Storm is the dedication to patient care and health above all else, believing that everything done there serves to provide professional and kind dental interactions with elevated treatment and education. When not cleaning teeth, Storm enjoys walking her dogs or traveling the world. Her unique name was inspired by a main character in a 1980s romance novel.

Skyler

Skyler is a Registered Dental Hygienist originally from Bloomer, WI. She graduated from Northcentral Technical College in Wausau in 2021 and has been passionate about patient care ever since. Skyler is certified in CPR, Nitrous Oxide & Local Anesthesia Administration, and Periodontal Laser Therapy. One of her favorite aspects of being a hygienist is patient education, helping patients understand not just what to do for oral hygiene, but why it’s important and which products are best for them, empowering them with confidence in their health. Skyler finds the family atmosphere of the office special, and that many patients have been coming for generations and are treated like family. The team is close-knit and dedicated to improving the patient experience. Outside of work, Skyler competitively throws darts and travels to tournaments, having even competed with Team USA in an international event in Spain. She also runs a local sports photography page called Shots by Sky, often found with her camera at nearby games. Skyler enjoys kayaking, golfing, traveling, and sleeping in on the weekends. She has two spoiled Maine Coon cats, Teddy and Nova, and loves spending time with her family and friends, especially her niece and nephew.

 

Maddy

Maddy joined the Associated Dentists team in Fall 2024 as a Dental Hygienist. A proud graduate of Herzing University, she is passionate about providing high-quality, personalized dental care. Maddy’s primary goal is to help every patient feel comfortable, cared for, and confident in their smile. When she’s not in the office, Maddy loves spending time with family and friends, getting outdoors, and curling up with a good book. She looks forward to connecting with patients and being part of their journey to better oral health.