ABOUT US

Meet Our Team

Erin

Registered Dental Hygienist

Erin has been a valued member of the Tree City Family Dental team since 2012. Her journey into dentistry began shortly after graduating from high school in 2002. She completed the Dental Assisting program at the College of Southern Idaho in 2003 and quickly discovered a passion for the field. To further her career in dentistry, she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene in 2010.

Erin is dedicated to providing thorough, compassionate care and enjoys building strong relationships with her patients. She finds fulfillment in helping people achieve healthier smiles and takes pride in making every dental visit a positive experience.

She lives in Boise with her husband and their yellow lab, Matti. Outside the office, Erin enjoys traveling—especially to the Oregon Coast—cooking, listening to music, reading, playing board games, and exploring the Boise Greenbelt.

Erin, Registered Dental Hygienist
Kaylynn (Katie), Registered Dental Hygienist

Kaylynn

Registered Dental Hygienist

Kaylynn, affectionately known as Katie, was raised in the beautiful Sierra Nevada foothills before moving to Idaho in 2012 to be closer to family and pursue a career in dental hygiene.

Katie’s passion for dentistry began in high school when she started working as a dental assistant. After more than nine years of assisting, she continued her education and became a dental hygienist. In 2017, she also earned her Bachelor’s degree in Multidisciplinary Studies from Boise State University.

Away from the office, Katie loves spending time with her husband, their son and daughter, and their two beloved dogs. Together, they enjoy traveling, camping, hiking, and fly-fishing. For Katie, life is all about family, adventure, and making the most of every opportunity.

Alyrie

Registered Dental Hygienist

Alyrie is a dedicated dental hygienist with a true passion for helping patients feel comfortable and confident about their smiles! Since graduating with a degree in dental hygiene in 2016, she has focused on making every appointment a positive experience by combining gentle care with a personal touch.

Alyrie has a passion for getting to know her patients beyond the chair and always looks forward to building lasting connections while helping each person achieve their healthiest smile.

Outside of the office, Alyrie is a proud mom of three amazing kids who are her whole world. When she’s not busy with family life, you can usually find her enjoying an iced coffee, planning her next adventure, or simply soaking in the little moments that make life special — especially if those moments have glitter in them!

Alyrie, Registered Dental Hygienist
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Cynthia

Registered Dental Hygienist

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Heather

Registered Dental Hygienist

Heather joined the Tree City Family Dental team with more than 20 years of experience in the dental field. She began her career as a dental assistant and quickly discovered a passion for caring for and educating patients. Inspired by that passion, she pursued dental hygiene school to further her career and has loved every step of the journey since.

Outside of dentistry, Heather enjoys spending time with her husband, children, and grandchildren on their family farm, where they raise cattle, chickens, and pigs. In her free time, she loves reading, gardening, camping, and traveling. Her dedication to helping others, both in and out of the dental office, makes her a valued member of the Tree City Family Dental team.

Heather, Registered Dental Hygienist
Tessa, Office Manager

Tessa

Office Manager

Jumping into her dental career right out of high school in 2014, Tessa began her career assisting doctors in the back office before discovering her true calling at the front desk as an office manager. Her passion lies in patient care and in ensuring that every person who walks through the door feels welcome and at ease. For Tessa, building long-lasting relationships with patients is one of the most rewarding parts of her role.

Outside the office, Tessa enjoys spending quality time with her husband and two kids. Her family shares a love for baseball and basketball, often cheering each other on at games and practices. In her downtime, you’ll find Tessa indulging in her favorite hobbies — playing on her Nintendo Switch or PC, decorating cakes, painting her nails, and sneaking in a good nap when she can.

Adrielle

Insurance Coordinator

Adrielle began her dental career in 2021 and quickly fell in love with the profession after seeing the impact it has on patients’ confidence. She especially enjoys guiding patients through the transformative process of dental implants, restoring both function and aesthetics while giving them a reason to smile again. For Adrielle, one of the most rewarding parts of her role is watching patients walk into the office feeling self-conscious and leave feeling confident and empowered.

A native of Sun Valley, Adrielle enjoys spending time outdoors and taking advantage of the natural beauty that Idaho has to offer. She also loves oil painting and attending car shows, where she enjoys checking out the creative sound systems enthusiasts have installed. When she’s not at the office, Adrielle stays busy running her own eyelash business and pursuing her passion for helping others look and feel their best.

Adrielle, Insurance Coordinator
Tallea, Scheduling Coordinator

Tallea

Scheduling Coordinator

Following in her mother’s footsteps, Tallea began her dental career in 2023. Growing up, she watched her mom work as a dental hygienist and saw firsthand the positive impact quality dental care can have on patients’ lives. Joining the field gave Tallea the unique opportunity to work alongside her mother, creating exceptional experiences for patients while sharing a passion for helping others feel comfortable and cared for.

Away from the office, Tallea enjoys spending time with her husband and son on their family farm, where they raise cattle, chickens, and pigs. When she’s not caring for animals or spending time with family, she can often be found hunting, fishing, coaching volleyball, or cheering on her husband during football games.

Julie

Treatment Coordinator

Julie joined Tree City Family Dental in August 2026, however, she’s not new to dentistry. Julie attended Bates College for Dental Assisting in Tacoma, WA in 1992 and assisted for 12 years before moving to the front office. She recently moved to Idaho from Lakewood, WA where she served the same office for 31 years. Building relationships with patients and helping them achieve their dental goals, has always been of the utmost importance to her.

New to Idaho, Julie and her husband are looking forward to exploring more of the beauty the state and surrounding areas have to offer on their Harley Davidson motorcycle or in their ’67 Chevelle. She loves making charcuterie boards and hanging out with friends. You can also find her curled up with a good book or binge watching a TV series.

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JoyAnn, Dental Assistant

JoyAnn

Dental Assistant

JoyAnn has been passionate about dentistry since 2013, when a commercial for a dental assisting school first sparked her interest. Once she became an assistant chair, she knew she had found her calling. Over the years, her enthusiasm for dental assisting has only grown, and today she shares that passion as a weekend instructor at a local assisting school in Boise.

Outside of dentistry, JoyAnn is a devoted wife and mom to three energetic boys who keep her on the go with marching band, competitive soccer, and school events. When she finds time for herself, JoyAnn enjoys gardening, camping, fishing, and hunting. She also runs a specialty cake business, where she channels her creativity into designing beautifully crafted cakes.

Allison

Dental Assistant

Allison earned her certification in Dental Assisting in March of 2020 and has been a valued member of the Tree City Family Dental team for nearly five years. She feels grateful to work alongside such honest, hardworking doctors and team members. As her skills have grown, she has found one of the most rewarding parts of dentistry to be witnessing the smiles and happiness restored to patients.

In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, stepchildren, family, and friends. Together, they love going fishing, camping, and hunting—often bringing their dogs along for the adventure. A proud dog mom, she dotes on her two spoiled, full-of-personality pups, who keep the family laughing with their playful antics and zoomies.

Allison, Dental Assistant
Crystal, Dental Assistant

Crystal

Dental Assistant

Crystal is a certified dental assistant who began her dental career in 2013 as an orthodontic assistant. She is currently enjoying her role in a general dentistry practice, where she finds fulfillment in building meaningful connections with patients and in helping improve smiles every day.

Outside the office, Crystal loves exploring the beautiful Idaho outdoors with her poodle, Maizey. In her free time, she enjoys rafting, fishing, hiking, and taking in all that nature has to offer.

Yana

Dental Assistant

With just under a year of experience in dentistry, Yana has found joy in creating a safe and welcoming environment for patients in her role as a certified dental assistant. She loves helping people gain confidence in their smiles and encouraging them to smile more often. She’s grateful for the time, support, and learning opportunities she’s received at Tree City Family Dental, which have helped her expand her skills and build a strong foundation for a promising dental career.

Originally from Ukraine, Yana moved to the United States in December 2022. She enjoys spending her free time fishing, hiking, roller skating, and exploring all that Idaho has to offer. She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology and is trilingual, speaking three languages fluently.

Yana, Dental Assistant
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dylan

Dental Assistant

Raised in Idaho, Dylan is a bilingual (English/Spanish) Dental Assistant who started his dental career back in 2016. While he enjoys all aspects of dentistry, oral surgery is where his passion really lies – he loves the unique mix of art and technical skill it takes to transform a smile.

When he is out of the office, Dylan trades his dental instruments for boxing gloves, training and competing in the ring. You can also find him outdoors camping or relaxing at home with his wife and their two cats.

mackenzie

hygiene Assistant

Coming Soon

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