MEET OUR STAFF COLORADO SPRINGS, CO
DEDICATED TO YOUR NEEDS
Katie - Practice Manager
Katie has been part of the Tava team since early 2024. Katie started in dentistry as a dental assistant, then transitioned to the front office over the years. Now as part of the management team, she brings a wealth of hands-on experience and a passion for providing excellent patient care, while ensuring smooth operations in the practice. She likes crafting and spending time with her husband and two children. Katie also enjoys exploring the food scene and is always on the lookout for the best local spots!
CRYSTAL - Dental Hygienist
Crystal was born and raised in Southern California and has been in the dental industry as a Hygienist for 25 years. She graduated from The University of Southern California with her Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene. Crystal is passionate about dental health and she enjoys spending time with her patients to educate and encourage them through their oral health journey. She loves getting to know each and every one of her patients and building long term relationships with them. She has lived in Colorado for 21 years and is married to a Colorado Springs firefighter. They have one son that they enjoy raising here on the Colorado Front Range.
KAYLA - HYGIENIST
Kayla started her dental career right out of high school as a dental assistant. She brings 8 years of dental experience and has been a part of our team since June 2020, soon after graduating from the Dental Hygiene Program at PCC. Having her fresh hygienist perspective has been an asset to the practice and there is no doubt that dentistry is her passion. She enjoys educating her patients and helping them to understand the ins and outs of their total dental health. She and her husband have recently been blessed with a beautiful baby girl, as well as being the parents of two fur-baby huskies. When Kayla isn’t caring for patients, she enjoys exploring the Colorado outdoors with her family and frequent trips to Target.
Carlie - Lead Expanded Duties Dental Assistant
Carlie moved to Colorado in March of 2019 and immediately joined the Cheyenne Mountain Dental team. She brings 11 years of experience with her, starting out in pediatric dentistry and orthodontics, then moving on to general dentistry. Carlie loves helping our patients to find their smile again, so she furthered her education in 2021 by earning her EDDA certification in dental assisting. Her warmth and dedication to our patients is very apparent to anyone that is greeted by her amazing smile. On her down time, Carlie enjoys hiking, camping, fly fishing, and everything else Colorado’s outdoors offers.
Ashley- INSURANCE SPECIALIST
Ashley has been a long-time resident of Colorado, moving here in the year 2000. She graduated from IBMC College in April 2017 with an Associate Degree in dental office administration and holding her dental assistant certificate. Ashley joined Cheyenne Mountain Dental in March of 2021 as our Insurance Specialist; she is a rare jewel. She is the person that stays in contact with the insurance companies to get your claims paid. Ashley has a great love of flamingos and in her spare time, enjoys exploring Colorado with her family or shopping at Old Navy.
Vicky, RDH- Registered Dental Hygienist
As a dedicated dental hygienist, Vicky is passionate about helping her patients achieve and maintain optimal oral health. With a focus on preventive care and patient education, Vicky strives to create a comfortable and welcoming environment for everyone who visits our practice. Her goal is to empower her patients with the knowledge and tools they need to take control of their dental health, ensuring they leave with a smile on their face. Vicky is also a proud Colorado native who enjoys the great outdoors and camping with her family as often as possible.
Pam- Lead Expanded Duties Dental Assistant
Pam is very committed to helping her patients and building relationships with them. Pam has proven to be a crucial member of our Tava team. She has an amazing gift that helps put our patients at ease while here for their dental care. Pam has been in the dental industry for over 20 years. She enjoys archery and fishing with her husband and dog, Jaeger.
