Meet the Team

Donica, Registered Dental Hygienist with endorsements in local anesthesia

Donica is excited to be a team member at Ponderosa Dental as a Registered Dental Hygienist with endorsements in local anesthesia. She was raised in small town Roy, Montana. She received her Bachelor of Dental Hygiene from the University of Wyoming. She is driven and eager to continue her career here at Ponderosa Dental. When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends doing anything active.


Bridget, staff at Ponderosa Dental Group

Bridget is thrilled to join the Ponderosa Dental team as a Registered Dental Hygienist with endorsements in local anesthesia. She grew up in Florence, Montana and received her degree from Montana State University – Great Falls. She is excited to join the innovative team at Ponderosa Dental and looks forward to sharing her knowledge with patients. When not in the dental office, she enjoys spending time with her husband and four kids. They like adventuring outside whether it’s camping, skiing, biking, hiking or floating the river.


Karmella, staff at Ponderosa Dental Group

Karmella (also known as “Karl”) began her career in dental over nine years ago and quickly realized she had a passion for assisting. Around the office, she is known for her spunky personality, strong work ethic, and excellent problem-solving skills. When she’s not working, she enjoys spending time with her boyfriend, going camping with friends, crafting, and trying different breweries in town.


Kaylee, team member at Ponderosa Dental Group in Missoula, MT

Kaylee was born and raised in the small town of Laurel, Montana. She received her bachelors degree in human biology from the University of Montana and plans to attend dental hygiene school in the future. She has been a dental assistant for three years and loves what she does. When not working in the office, she can be found teaching swim lessons, hiking, biking, reading, or spending time at the lake. In the winter she serves on the Lost Trail Ski Patrol as the only female snowboarding patroller.


Eryn, team member at Ponderosa Dental Group in Missoula, MT

Eryn is a born and raised Missoulian with over twelve years of customer service experience and a passion for working with people. When she isn’t in the office she enjoys spending time hiking, hunting, baking, and playing at the lake with her husband and three young children.


Kirsten, team member at Ponderosa Dental Group in Missoula, MT

Kirsten is a Registered Dental Hygienist with endorsements in local anesthesia. She was born and raised in Missoula and received her bachelor degree from Eastern Washington University and her master’s degree from University of Alabama. Kirsten is excited to return to Missoula and join the team at Ponderosa after her husband’s military career. Outside of the office, Kirsten enjoys reading, traveling, camping, and Griz football.


Brittany, team member at Ponderosa Dental Group in Missoula, MT

Brittany is excited to join our team up front. She started her Dental/Ortho career 22 years ago, through the years she has had experience in just about every role in the field.

When Brittany is not in the office, she enjoys spending time with her Husband and 4 kids, spending time with friends, and enjoying our MT summers. MT is and has always been home.