Meet the Team
Meet the Friendly Staff of Your
General Dentist in Kirkland, WA
Besides our amazing atmosphere, when you first walk into Totem Lake Dental you will also notice how helpful and friendly our staff is! Every member of our team was hand-picked by your general dentist in Kirkland, WA, because of their fantastic personalities, warmth, and expertise in their field. Ensuring you have an great trip to our office, and that all of your questions are answered, is their goal- every time.
Brittany
Dental Hygienist
I grew up in Lynden along the Canadian border. Studied premed at Northwest University before completing dental hygiene school at SCCC in 2013. I love being able to help my patients improve their oral health while providing a relaxed and comfortable experience. I have 2 young girls who keep my husband and I very busy. We love to travel as a family, attend sporting events, go wine tasting, and stay active.
Becky
Dental Hygienist
Becoming a Dental Hygienist was a goal of mine from a young age. I graduated from hygiene school in 1997 and never looked back! I get enormous satisfaction that every patient I see in the course of the day leaves healthier than when they arrived. When not caring for patients I am caring for my family and enjoy my daily coffee, reading, and walking/hiking with our golden retriever.
Brenda
Dental Hygienist
Hi, I am Brenda, and I am dedicated to your smile! I graduated from Lake Washington Institute of Technology Dental Hygiene Program in 2010 and earned my Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene from Eastern Washington University in 2012. My patients' oral health is my number one priority. Along with providing excellent care, I enjoy getting to know each one of my patients and providing them with education in order to help them achieve their oral health goals. In my free time, you will find me spending time with friends and family. I love cooking, gardening, and dabbling in many athletic endeavors.
Diane
Dental Hygienist
I graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Dental Hygiene from Oregon Institute of Technology in 2009. I love being a dental hygienist, and I genuinely care about my patients. I enjoy giving them the knowledge and tools to succeed at having a healthy mouth. I enjoy getting to know each patient, helping create a positive experience in the dental office. When I am not “nerding” out on the latest dental science or dental tools, I enjoy all the Pacific Northwest has to offer. I enjoy adventuring with my husband, dog, and family. Hiking, camping, rock climbing, biking, and gardening.
Mary
Dental Assistant
I have graduated from the University of Washington with a Bachelor’s degree in Public Health in 2021, and I have been fortunate to have worked on Dr. Trinh’s team as an assistant since March 2020. My passion in dentistry stems from forming relationships with our patients and providing them our best care. I plan on pursuing dental school in the future! Besides assisting, I enjoy going on hikes, weightlifting, and spending time with my friends and family.
Shayla
Dental Assistant
I graduated from Lake Washington Institute of Technology in 2011 from their Dental Assisting program. I have been working as a dental assistant since then. I enjoy working with people and helping however I can for patients to receive the best care. When I’m not working you can find me at home with my husband and our 3 children. I enjoy cooking, anything outdoors, and spending time with friends and family.
Serena
Dental Assistant
I have been here at Totem Lake Dental since 2022 and have enjoyed every minute! My goal in dental is to eventually become a hygienist but for now, I am enjoying gaining experience in assisting! I am currently going to school at Lake Washington Institute of Technology finishing up prerequisites for the dental hygiene program! In my free time, I enjoy skiing and traveling!
Tatum
Dental Assistant
My passion for becoming a dental assistant began in my late teenage years when I had an amazing dental assistant who cared for me after oral surgery. It was then that I decided I wanted to help change the view of dentistry and create positive experiences for patients like she had for me. I attended college to obtain my certificate in 2014. Outside of being a dental assistant, I am a mom of two active kids alongside my husband and we love going on adventures as a family. In my spare time, I enjoy photography.
Paige
Dental Assistant
I recently became a dental assistant and have been lucky enough to learn from Dr. Trinh and the team. I have learned so much from them and I can not wait to use this experience to further my career in dental and goal of being a hygienist! In my spare time, I like going to the gym, playing volleyball, and spending time with friends.
Azusa
Front Office
I graduated from Lake Washington Institute of Technology with an Associate's Degree in dental assisting in 2012. I loved working as a dental assistant and felt very passionate about making our patients feel comfortable and welcomed in the chair. I switched my role to the front desk in 2022 with the same passion and am loving it as much! Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with friends and family, snowboarding, camping, and going to events!
Soren
Front Office
I joined the Totem Lake Dental team in July 2022 and have been working in the dental field since 2020. My favorite part of the front desk role is helping patients feel taken care of even before they walk in the door. Outside of work, I love enjoying the Pacific Northwest's amazing nature, practicing dance, making art, and watching anime.