Our Team.
Jen - Office Manager
Jen has been in the dental field for over 16 years and brings with her a wealth of knowledge in both the clinical and financial aspects of dentistry, making her an excellent resource to answer your questions. Jen is committed to professional development, and has achieved DANB certification in dental assisting, as well as holding an active membership in the American Academy of Dental Office Managers (AADOM). She has a passion for educating our patients to ensure they are getting the treatment they need and deserve. Jen is originally from Uxbridge and currently resides in Douglas. She is an avid patriots fan, and enjoys golfing and camping.
Marissa - Receptionist
Coming soon!
Miranda - Receptionist
Miranda has been in the dental field for nearly five years. She is passionate and dedicated to creating a pleasant dental experience for our patients. Miranda loves learning about all aspects of the dental field in order to help educate our patients and keep the dental office running smoothly. Miranda resides in Woodstock, CT, and in her free time she enjoys hiking with her dog Luna. She has traveled to roughly 50% of the National Parks in the U.S. with plans to eventually see them all, and also has been on a competitive Pool team for the past six years.
Dona - Dental Hygienist
Dona is a Registered Dental Hygienist with over 18 years of experience. She began her career as a Dental Assistant, and later graduated from Quinsigamond Community College with her Associate’s in Dental Hygiene. Dona is passionate about dentistry, and loves working with her patients to help them achieve optimum oral health. She also loves building relationships with her patients and team, and can often be found cracking jokes or singing Taylor Swift in the halls of PVD. In her spare time, Dona enjoys reading mystery/thriller novels, working out, and spending time with her family. Dona resides in Northbridge with her husband, 2 daughters, and 2 dogs.
Katryna - Dental Hygienist
Katryna has extensive knowledge in both Dental Hygiene as well as restorative dentistry, having been Dr. Therese’s former dental assistant nearly 10 years ago. Katryna graduated with her Bachelor of Science degree in Dental Hygiene at the University of New England, where she excelled in both didactic and clinical areas of her schooling. She was the winner of the 2020 Colgate Superstar Award as well as selected as a student tutor for her peers. In her free time, Katryna loves any outdoor activities, celebrating Christmas at all times of the year, and spending time vacationing in Maine with her husband. She also is an expert Ten-Pin bowler.
Katie - Dental Hygienist
Katie is a life-long learner, and has a passion for staying on top of the most up-to-date dental hygiene research through frequent continuing education, specifically on the Oral-Systemic Link and prevention of disease. She has a gentle demeanor and is meticulous in her patient care, and focuses on developing a comprehensive, holistic approach to dental health for her patients. Katie earned her Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene at the University of New England, and was the recipient of Proctor & Gamble’s 2021 Preventative Oral Health award. Outside of dentistry, Katie enjoys spending time in Maine, cooking new recipes, and learning new crafts. She also has a hobby of collecting house plants.
Coming soon!
Keyla - Dental Assistant
Keyla earned her dental assisting training from Blackstone School for Dental Assisting in Cranston, RI and certifications at Tufts University. She brings to Pleasant Valley Dentistry over 12 years of experience in the field, and is highly skilled in all areas of dentistry including Oral Surgery, Periodontics, Prosthodontics, Orthodontics, and Endodontics. Keyla enjoys helping her patients through their dental procedures and adding her personal touch to set worried minds at ease. Keyla is passionate about community service, and has been a long-standing volunteer with the RI Mission of Mercy free dental clinic. Outside of being a dental assistant and mother, Keyla enjoys spending time with her family, hiking in the mountains, and is always seeking new outdoor experiences.
Aline - Dental Assistant
Aline (pronounced “A-leen-ie”) is a Registered Dental Assistant with over 8 years of experience in General Dentistry. She graduated from New England Dental Assisting School in Worcester, MA, in 2015. Aline is passionate about keeping her patients comfortable and free of anxiety during their dental visits. Originally born in Brazil, Aline has called Massachusetts her home for over 20 years. She enjoys spending her free time with family including her energetic 5 year old son Tony, playing soccer, camping, and doing Zumba.