Allyson, Office Manager
Allyson has been a member of our team at Carefree Smiles Dentistry for over a decade now, and she loves being able to change lives through this important work. She attended Gonzaga University for her education, completing a Bachelor’s in Marketing. In past years, she also had a real estate license!
At home, Allyson is married to the man of her dreams and blessed with three beautiful daughters named Cam, Dray, and BT (Baby Tommi), as well as a French Bulldog named BabySweets. Her personal hobbies include playing indoor soccer on Wednesdays, wakeboarding on the weekends, hiking whenever she gets a chance, and (of course) being a mom. You will also never see her in public without her eyelashes on.
Melissa, Insurance Coordinator
Melissa’s career in the dental field spans well over 25 years so far. She is originally from El Paso, TX and has a degree in welding. She loves her current position at Carefree Smiles Dentistry because it allows her to change someone’s life for the better every day!
Outside of work, Melissa has a husband who is also her best friend and two children, one an adult and one a teenager. Her biggest personal passions are dancing and tattoos – you may not think it right away by looking at her, but she actually has over 50.
Anna, Billing Coordinator
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Mia, Treatment Coordinator
Mia first joined the Carefree Smiles team a few years ago, and she has over a decade of experience in dentistry overall. She attended Apollo College for her education and is also a Certified Dental Assistant. What she likes most about this job is getting to make a positive difference in patients’ lives!
Originally from Phoenix, Mia is married to her amazing husband (she first met him at the age of 10) with an awesome son named Scottie and a kitty named Finn. When she isn’t busy at the practice, her hobbies include hiking, working out, hanging with her family at the BMX track, and brunching with friends.
Chelsie, Registered Dental Hygienist
Originally from the land of 10,000 lakes—Minnesota—Chelsie traded snow for sunshine and made the move to Arizona with her husband and two kids in search of warmer weather and new adventures! A dedicated dental hygienist since 2008, Chelsie is passionate about helping patients feel great about their smiles while making every visit a positive experience. When she’s not in the office, you’ll find her exploring scenic hiking trails, traveling with her family, or simply soaking up that Arizona sun. Her warmth and energy make her a favorite with patients and teammates alike!
Dana, Registered Dental Hygienist
Originally from Highland, Indiana, Dana brings Midwestern charm and years of experience to our dental family! She’s been in the field since 2007, with a solid foundation built in Chicago—where she also met her husband—before trading in snow boots for sunshine and making Arizona home in 2014. Dana is all about creating real connections with patients and making every visit feel comfortable and uplifting. When she’s not perfecting smiles, she’s spending quality time with her husband and three kids, enjoying the outdoors, or hosting cozy get-togethers with friends. Bonus: she’s a talented baker and crafts the comfiest handmade blankets you’ve ever seen!
Amber, Dental Assistant
Born and raised in sunny Arizona, Amber brings vibrant energy and a warm smile to our team every day! With over 5 years of experience in the dental field, she’s passionate about helping patients feel at ease and confident in their smiles. Outside the office, Amber is always up for an adventure—whether she’s shredding snowy slopes, rocking out at concerts, hiking Arizona’s scenic trails, or trying out new recipes in the kitchen. Her adventurous spirit and genuine love for people make her an incredible part of our dental family!
Kayla, Dental Assistant
Born and raised in sunny San Diego, Kayla is all about family fun and life on the water! Whether she’s boating, floating, or just soaking up the sun at the lake with her kids, she’s happiest when there’s water involved. With over 15 years of experience in the dental field, she brings knowledge, compassion, and a whole lot of positive energy to our team every single day. You’ll love her as much as we do!
Mark, Dental Assistant
Originally from sunny San Bernardino, California, Mark brings a winning attitude and easygoing energy to our dental team! With a passion for helping patients feel at ease, he’s a true team player in and out of the office. When he’s off the clock, Mark loves watching sports, spending quality time with his wife and son, and getting competitive in his fantasy football league. Whether he’s assisting in the operatory or analyzing his fantasy lineup, Mark always brings his A-game!
Jackie, Dental Hygienist
Jackie’s career in oral healthcare spans almost a full decade so far! She attended Fortis College for her education and is a RDH with certifications in local anesthesia and laser dentistry. What she enjoys most about her position is getting to interact with such wonderful patients and team members every day.
Originally from North Canton, OH, Jackie lives with two cats named Mercy and Zoey and a dog named Sunny. Her favorite hobbies include fishing, rock climbing, hiking, traveling, and practicing yoga. Before moving to Arizona, she actually lived in Alaska for four years!
Joline, Dental Assistant
Joline, originally from California, started working in the dental field in her senior year of high school. As a child, Joline was extremely resistant to go to the dentist. But thanks to her family dentist and their assistant, she learned to love dentistry and wanted to help others because she feels that she can connect with those patients who also experience anxiety and fear. Her childhood dentist actually hired her and taught her everything that she knows about dental assisting. She put herself through Dental Assisting School at night and graduated in 2006. She plays a very important role here at Carefree Smiles Dentistry as Dr. Cook’s 1st Assistant. In her spare time, she enjoys hiking and spending quality time with her family.
Tori, Dental Assistant
Tori earned her education from Northern Arizona University; she is also certified in coronal polishing and CAD/CAM technology. Today, her career in dentistry covers a handful of years so far, and she looks forward to many more. Being able to work with such close friends and amazing patients here at Carefree Smiles Dentistry is a dream come true!
Originally from Wickenburg, Tori is very close with her family and considers her siblings some of her best friends. When she isn’t busy caring for patients, you can usually find her practicing photography, shopping for swimsuits, and spending time at the beach as often as possible. An interesting fact about her: she was voted Class Clown in high school!
Dmitriy, Dental Assistant
Dmitriy is relatively new to our team, but he has nearly 10 years of experience in the dental field so far. He attended courses at Clark College and Washington State University before attending the Skills Center Dental Assistant Program. He is also trained in coronal polishing and 4/6 hand dentistry. What he enjoys most about his position is being able to care for each patients’ needs and helping them feel genuinely comfortable.
Originally from the Vancouver, WA area, Dmitriy has a loving wife at home. In his spare time, they enjoy going on lots of dates together, whether to the movies or just a nice walk throughout the city. Spending as much quality time together is always a top priority! An interesting fact about him: he speaks Russian and Ukrainian fluently.