Meet The Staff
Amy –– Registered Dental Hygienist
Amy graduated from Perham High School and attended M-State in Moorhead where she graduated with her dental hygiene degree in 2020 (yes, amidst a worldwide pandemic). Amy’s favorite part of her job is providing patients with the experience of excellent dental care and the feeling of a great smile. She loves getting to know her patients and building long term relationships. In addition to dentistry, Amy enjoys spending time with friends and family, fishing, and soaking up the sunshine.
Kayla — Registered Dental Hygienist
Kayla joined the Perham Family Dentistry team in 2021 but has been working as a dental hygienist since 2009. Kayla enjoys cleaning teeth and getting to know her patients. She is married and has two wonderful children. In her free time, she leads music/worship at her church and loves to write songs. She also enjoys gardening and soaking up the sun any chance she gets.
Jessica — Registered Dental Hygienist
Jessica graduated from NDSCS in 2015 with her Dental Hygiene degree. Jessica loves cleaning teeth and chatting with her patients. Outside of dentistry, Jessica enjoys golf, snowmobiling and spending time with family and friends.
Shelle — Registered Dental Hygienist
Shelle joined the Perham Family Dentistry team in 2024. She graduated from NDSCS in 1992. Shelle lives on the lake by Maplewood State Park with her husband Mike and their dogs Mia and Hunter. She enjoys hosting their 6 kids and 10 grandkids at the lake and riding the Goldwing when the kids aren’t home.
Alicia — Licensed Dental Assistant
Alicia joined the Perham Family Dentistry team in 2023. Alicia grew up on a farm in New Prague, MN and graduated as a LDA from Hennepin Technical College in 2015. Her love of dentistry has only grown through the years. She loves keeping up with the new technology and providing the best patient comfort. She currently lives on a hobby farm in Verndale with her husband and 2 kids. Outside of work you can find her spending time with family and doing anything outdoors. She still has a passion for travel (even though it has slowed after having kids) so please tell her about your favorite destinations!
Kelly — Dental Assistant
Kelly joined Perham Family Dentistry in 2024. Kelly began her career in Dentistry in 2022, where her love for the field has only grown. Kelly currently resides in Battle Lake, MN with her Husband, Nick and two dogs, Tyson and Sota! Outside of work you can find her enjoying a cruise on the Harley or spending time with her family and friends!
Kendra — Licensed Dental Assistant
Kendra is a Licensed Dental Assistant. Kendra graduated from Central Lakes College. She loves helping patients feel comfortable and confident in their dental care. Outside of the office, she spends her time with family, cooking, and getting together with friends whenever she can!
Amanda joined Perham Family Dentistry in 2022 and has been a vital part of our front office staff ever since. As our care coordinator, she works diligently to keep the patient schedule running smoothly and efficiently. Amanda is passionate about ensuring patient’s needs and expectations are met and consistently goes the extra mile keeping patient care her priority. Amanda lives just outside of Perham with her husband and daughter. She’s a dedicated basketball mom and can often be found cheering her daughter on from the sidelines. An avid runner, Amanda finds joy in early morning/evening workouts, especially when paired with a beautiful sunrise or sunset. She also values quality time spent with family, which helps keep her grounded and energized for the work she loves.
Terri — Insurance and Financial Coordinator
Terri joined Perham Family Dentistry in March of 2025 and is loving every bit of her role as Insurance/Treatment coordinator. She has been in the dental industry since 2006 with various roles including front office, some management and dental assisting.
Terri grew up on a dairy farm by Erhard, MN and that instilled in her the love for all animals, especially cows! she also loves spending time outdoors whether it is camping, campfires, fishing or just being on the lake.
Terri is married to Brent (her best friend and husband) of 40 plus years and has 3 grown children and two twin grand boys A.K.A… The Nuggets. She loves spending time with family and friends whenever she can.