Emilie Eppensteiner2 months ago
★★★★
I chatted with hygienist and dentist. Both were nice and knowledgeable. I had a filling...
At Old Oaks Dental, our team is dedicated to making every visit feel comfortable, clear, and personal. From preventive cleanings and family dentistry to restorative, cosmetic, implant, orthodontic, and emergency care, you can expect compassionate support from professionals who genuinely care about your health and experience.
Our Pleasant Prairie dental team combines trusted expertise with a warm, welcoming approach, helping patients of all ages feel informed, respected, and at ease throughout every stage of their dental care.
Dr. Dana is passionate about delivering personalized care that supports both the oral health and confidence of her patients. She offers a wide range of services, including veneers, implants, crowns, root canals, extractions, and composite bonding. Committed to lifelong learning, Dr. Dana continues to expand her skills to provide comprehensive treatment plans that improve overall well-being.
In her free time, she enjoys reading and writing, watching football on Sundays, cooking with her fiancé Brandon, spending time near the water, going on walks with her puppy Arlo, and visiting family in New Jersey. She is looking forward to getting to know each patient and providing outstanding, compassionate care.
– Registered Dental Hygienist
Our dental hygienist, Bridget, is originally from Medora, Indiana. After moving to the Kenosha area, she graduated from Bradford High School and later earned her Dental Hygiene license from Milwaukee Area Technical College. She has also completed extensive continuing education, including licensure in Dental Anesthetics.
Bridget’s journey into dentistry began with her lifelong love of smiles. As a teenager, she worked in a dental office cleaning and organizing patient charts. After watching the office hygienist at work, she realized that dental hygiene was her passion—and it still is today.
– Registered Dental Hygienist
Our dental hygienist, Angela, was born and raised in Kenosha and graduated from Tremper High School. She later attended Milwaukee Area Technical College, where she earned her Dental Hygiene license.
Angela was drawn to the dental field by her love of working with people and helping others. Her philosophy is that dental care should be as painless and comfortable as possible, and she believes there is always something that can be done to improve a patient’s experience.
She also focuses on the important connection between dental health and overall medical wellness. By considering the whole patient, Angela helps support treatment decisions that promote both oral and general health.
Angela is committed to providing attentive, compassionate care and helping every patient feel comfortable in the dental chair. What she enjoys most about working at Old Oaks Dental is building relationships with patients who feel like family and being part of a supportive, close-knit team.
Outside the office, Angela enjoys spending time with her husband, Dan; their three children, Vinny, Pia, and Penelope; and their two dogs, Kaia, a Chihuahua, and Maribel, a Great Dane.
Her favorite activities include traveling, hiking, and taking photographs for fun.
– Registered Dental Hygienist
Jenn was born and raised in Kenosha, Wisconsin, and graduated from Tremper High School. She later attended Milwaukee Area Technical College, where she completed the Dental Hygiene program.
Although Jenn did not initially realize how much she would enjoy dental hygiene, she quickly discovered a genuine passion for the profession once she began practicing.
Throughout her career, Jenn has worked in several areas of dentistry, from administrative roles to providing care for adults, children, and patients with special needs. This diverse experience has helped her develop a compassionate and adaptable approach to patient care.
Her favorite part of being a dental hygienist is building meaningful relationships with her patients. She enjoys helping each person establish a dental care routine that works for them and watching their oral health improve over time.
Jenn has two adult children, both of whom are married. Her daughter and son-in-law have six children, while her son and daughter-in-law share their home with a 140-pound rescue Great Pyrenees.
Outside the office, Jenn enjoys running, although she says her racing days are now behind her. She has proudly completed two marathons, checking that achievement off her bucket list twice.
Jenn also has a deep love for Wisconsin, especially the Northwoods in every season. She feels blessed to call Wisconsin home and considers it one of the most beautiful places in the world.
– Dental Assistant
Our dental assistant, Melissa, was born in Racine and has lived in Kenosha for most of her life. After graduating from Tremper High School, she attended Gateway Technical College and is currently working toward earning her Certified Dental Assistant credential.
Melissa entered the dental field because she wanted to step outside her comfort zone and try something new. She quickly discovered how much she enjoys the work and has developed a genuine passion for helping patients.
Her approach to dental care focuses on making patients feel comfortable and relaxed while they are in the chair. She also enjoys helping people feel more confident and positive about their smiles.
Melissa brings a positive attitude to the office every day and is committed to providing the best patient care possible. What she appreciates most about working at Old Oaks Dental is being part of a supportive work family and caring for the office’s wonderful patients.
Outside the office, Melissa enjoys spending time with friends, family, and her two dogs: Baloo, a Cane Corso, and Betito, a silver Labrador.
Her favorite activities include taking family vacations, helping at her church, and spending time with her niece, Abigail—including enjoying the occasional long nap together.
– Dental Assistant
Brittany was born and raised in Kenosha. After graduating from Park High School in Racine, she attended Gateway Technical College’s Dental Assisting program, where she graduated with President’s Honors.
She is currently pursuing her Certified Dental Assistant credential and has also been accepted into Gateway’s shared Dental Hygiene program with Milwaukee Area Technical College.
Brittany was drawn to dentistry by her desire to help others. During her own orthodontic treatment, she enjoyed the welcoming dental environment and realized that a career in dentistry would allow her to make a positive difference in people’s lives.
Her philosophy of care is that every patient should be treated like family and receive the highest quality of care. Since joining Old Oaks Dental, Brittany has made an immediate positive impact through her caring nature and willingness to do whatever she can to support patients and team members.
What Brittany enjoys most about working at Old Oaks Dental is the warm, welcoming atmosphere. She appreciates being part of a team that creates a genuine sense of family for both staff and patients.
Outside the office, Brittany’s family is at the center of her world. She enjoys spending time with her husband, Anthony, and their two sons, Nicholis and Johnathon.
She is also an animal lover and has two cats, Miklo and Gracie, as well as two dogs, Bonnie and Clyde. Her favorite activities include hiking, gardening, family movie nights, and trying new recipes.
– Office Coordinator
Samantha, the head of our office administrative team, was born and raised in Kenosha. She graduated from Mary D. Bradford High School and initially continued her education in Early Childhood Education.
Driven by her desire to care for others, Samantha later enrolled at Gateway Technical College and earned her CNA license. She worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant for several years before eventually finding her way to the Old Oaks Dental team.
As a child, Samantha always appreciated how the front desk team and doctors at her dental office knew her by name and recognized her whenever she walked through the door. Today, her goal is to create that same welcoming experience and help every patient feel at home.
Samantha’s approach is centered on showing patients that their needs and well-being truly matter. She strives to treat every person with compassion and understanding, while considering their individual circumstances and ensuring that no patient ever feels like just a number.
She wears many hats throughout the office, from being the friendly voice patients hear on the phone to assisting the hygiene team when needed. In every role, Samantha brings optimism, kindness, and a genuine desire to help those around her.
What she appreciates most about Old Oaks Dental is the family-like atmosphere, the dedicated team, and the warm, refreshing environment. She especially values the meaningful relationships built with patients and loves being invested in their lives and watching their families grow over time.
Outside the office, Samantha enjoys spending time with friends and family, especially her husband, their wonderful daughter, and their two dogs. She also loves camping whenever possible and caring for her collection of succulents—particularly the cacti she is especially proud of.
– Office Administrator
Our office administrator, Ally, was born in Lake Forest, Illinois, and has lived in the Kenosha area for most of her life. After graduating from Indian Trail High School, she attended the University of Wisconsin–Parkside, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in Business Management.
Before joining the Old Oaks Dental team, Ally was a patient at the practice. After sharing her educational goals with Dr. Johnson, she was given the opportunity to shadow the administrative team. She quickly fell in love with the position, the office environment, and the meaningful connections formed with patients.
Ally is committed to helping everyone who enters the office feel comfortable, welcomed, and well informed. She also enjoys bringing humor into the patient experience and does her best to make people laugh whenever possible.
What Ally appreciates most about working at Old Oaks Dental is her incredible team. She values her welcoming coworkers and the genuine care they show for one another and for every patient who visits the practice.
Outside the office, Ally enjoys relaxing, spending time with her grandmother, and hanging out with her two cats.
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