Meet the Team - Surgical Assistants

We recognize that all our patients are unique and deserve to receive dental care that reflects their individual needs. Our experienced and talented dental team is committed to working with you and your family to create a comfortable, stress-free, and rewarding dental experience every time you visit our practice.

We are pleased to welcome you and your family, and we look forward to working with you.

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Shilo T.

Lead Surgical Dental Assistant

Shilo has traveled a lot and comes to us from multiple states around the country. She has been a surgical assistant for the last 5 years. She is excellent at engaging with our patients and helping them with any questions that they have whether they want to know a little or a lot about their treatment in our office. In fact, taking care of our patient's needs and helping to restore their oral health and beautiful smiles are very important to her.

She says that she loves EVP because of our family atmosphere with "amazing individuals" that truly care about our patients.

Outside of EVP she enjoys skating, traveling and anything outdoors, spending as much time as she can with her family. She says that her family makes her a better person and has too many favorite titles now with mom and wife. She also says that working with mental health awareness is one of her passions.

Fun fact: Shilo loves being barefoot and she "can do a few things to a car".

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Sarah W.

Assistant Lead Surgical Dental Assistant

Sarah comes to EV Perio by way of LaCrosse, Wisconsin. She has lived in Arizona since 1986 and has been in dentistry since 2000. Her favorite part of working in dentistry is educating patients.

Sarah said that the reason she enjoys working at East Valley Periodontics is because it is a rarity to find an amazing clinician that is also a truly good person at heart. (We all share that sentiment.) She also says that she feels truly blessed to be part of our team.

When Sarah is not at work she enjoys hiking, target shooting, camping, kayaking, shopping and cleaning (believe it or not). She is passionate about animals, anything and everything to do with them.

Fun Fact: Sarah was born on Christmas day.

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Alison W.

Surgical Assistant

Alison was born and raised in Gilbert, Arizona. While in high school, she attended the East Valley Institute of Technology where she took a Dental Assisting course, since graduation she has been assisting full time. She started in general dentistry and recently found her way to surgical.

Alison strives to make the patients feel that they are in a safe environment and in good hands no matter who they meet in the office. She is a firm believer that the patient's needs should always come first. She loves getting to know the patients and is always more than happy to help them i n any way she can.

Alison enjoys working at EVP because the team is so incredible. Everyone at EVP is so welcoming and so quick to help others. She says "At EVP it feels like we are all one big family and we all have the same goal, which is to help the patients as much as we can." She also enjoys the diversity in the procedures done at the office, not one procedure turns out exactly the same. She l oves seeing the amazing work the doctors do.

When Alison is not working she loves to be anywhere outdoors or in the water! She is a huge fan of going to the beach, lake, and river. She loves to stand up paddle surf in the ocean when she visits California, snowboard, wakeboard, wakesurf, and longboard! She also enjoys hiking and going on adventures all around Arizona. Alison also loves to spend time with her family.

One thing Alison feels strongly about is pediatric cancer. She once raised just over 1000 dollars for the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation. She hopes one day there will be enough research to find a cure because no child should have to experience cancer when they are just starting their life. Children should be worry free growing up and be happy and healthy!

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LaShonda “Shonda” V.

Surgical Assistant

Meet Shonda, an Arizona native whose career path led her from medical assisting, where she spent 15 years, to the dental field. Inspired by her sister-in-law Crystal, our excellent Lead Surgical Hygienist, Shonda found a new passion in surgical assisting. She thrives on the hands-on nature of her role and appreciates the dynamic challenges that keep each day exciting.

At EVP, Shonda values the family-like atmosphere and teamwork that defines the workplace. She finds fulfillment in working alongside dedicated colleagues who share her commitment to excellence.

Outside of her professional life, Shonda's heart belongs to her high school sweetheart and their three beautiful children. She enjoys an active lifestyle, spending quality time with her family outdoors, exercising, dancing, watching movies, swimming, and playing games.

Shonda is dedicated to spreading kindness, embodying her favorite quote: "Smile at the world and the world will smile back." A fun fact about Shonda is that she is the oldest of six siblings, the shortest among them, and the only one with straight hair.

We are fortunate to have Shonda as an integral part of our EVP family, where her dedication to patient care, love for her team, and commitment to positivity enrich our practice and community alike.

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Jennice C.

Surgical Dental Assistant

Meet Jennice, an Arizona native born and raised in Tucson, who brings 5 years of experience in the dental field to EVP. Her passion lies in educating patients and contributing to the transformation of their smiles.

Jennice finds immense satisfaction in being part of EVP, where she considers her colleagues as her work family. She values the friendly and caring environment that fosters teamwork and patient-centered care.

Outside of work, Jennice enjoys spending quality time with her large family and friends, always eager to explore new places with her boyfriend.

Fun Fact: Jennice grew up with 7 siblings, which has enriched her life with a deep appreciation for family dynamics and camaraderie.

Currently, Jennice is pursuing her dream of becoming a dental hygienist through ongoing education, further enhancing her skills and passion for dental care.

We are delighted to have Jennice as a valued member of our EVP family, where her dedication to patient education, warm personality, and commitment to personal growth contribute to exceptional care for our patients.

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Kailey W.

Surgical Assistant

Kailey, another native of Arizona, has over 3 years of experience in dental care and serves as a valued surgical assistant at EVP. She takes great satisfaction in helping patients improve their oral function and aesthetics. Kailey appreciates the welcoming culture at EVP and the variety of procedures offered.

Outside of her professional life, Kailey thrives in outdoor activities such as hiking, swimming, and fishing, which help her clear her mind. She treasures moments of laughter with her friends, family, and boyfriend, and she is dedicated to personal fitness.

Kailey's compassion extends to animals, and she often rescues and cares for them. She believes in making a difference by taking the first step to help those in need.

Fun fact: Kailey's upbringing included activities like colorguard, gymnastics, and dance, showcasing her diverse interests.

Kailey is exceptionally creative and enjoys expressing herself through various art forms such as drawing, painting, and makeup.

We are privileged to have Kailey as a valued member of our EVP family. Her vibrant personality shines through her colorful and unique approach to life make her a stand out member of our EVP team.