We would like to introduce the members of our team! Our commitment to synergistic patient care allows us provide the highest quality orthodontic treatment in a professional, relaxed atmosphere. Becoming a patient in our office means you are becoming a member of our family!
OFFICE STAFF
Dara Tuulik
Treatment Coordinator
Dara has thirteen years of dental administrative experience. She meets the new patients to explain the process of orthodontic treatment that is recommended by Dr. White. She will help you with any questions you may have, and she works diligently to schedule treatment in an efficient, timely manner. Dara loves working with Dr. White because he makes orthodontics exciting and fun. In her spare time, Dara enjoys hiking, scrap booking, and spending time with her husband and their yellow Labrador retriever, Bronson.
Lisa Yriarte
Office Manager
Lisa has sixteen years of administrative experience in the fields of pediatric dentistry and orthodontics. She thrives on the energy and upbeat attitudes created by patients when they come to the office. Lisa loves Dr. White’s enthusiasm for kids and for his profession, and she loves making braces a positive experience for patients. In her spare time, she enjoys travelling, reading, shopping and sports.
CLINICAL STAFF
Each member of our clinical team is certified as an expanded functions orthodontic dental assistant.
Angela Burrell
Orthodontic Technician/ Professional Relations Coordinator
Angela has worked in the field of orthodontics for more than eleven years. In addition to assisting Dr. White with patients, she helps him maintain a close working relationship with the professional dental community of Lane County. She loves the fast paced world of orthodontics and seeing the wonderful change that occurs as a patient obtains a new, improved smile. Angela appreciates the top-notch level patient care Dr. White provides to patients and the state-of-the-art techniques and equipment he utilizes. Away from the office, she enjoys running, gardening, volleyball, camping, shopping and spending time with her husband, two boys and new baby daughter.
Wendy Gregory
Orthodontic Technician
Wendy has over eighteen years of orthodontic experience. She loves seeing patients change and grow as their treatment progresses. Wendy enjoys assisting Dr. White because he is committed to providing the best possible care for each of his patients. In her spare time, she enjoys hiking, camping, biking, skiing, photography, scrap booking and music.
Heather Phipps
Orthodontic Assistant
Heather has two years of orthodontic experience. She enjoys seeing the smiles and excitement that happens when patients get their braces off. Heather likes working with Dr. White because he provides excellent care and a fun enviroment to inspire patients to work hard with their braces. Away from the office she enjoys camping, hiking, playing guitar, and spending time with her family and friends.
Robyn Spencer
Orthodontic Technician
Robyn finds it rewarding to be part of the transformation of peoples' smiles. She enjoys assisting Dr. White because he provides patients with supportive and compassionate care in a fun environment. Away from the office she enjoys camping, fishing, watching movies, trying new restaurants and hanging out with her husband, family, and friends.
Sarah Talbot
Orthodontic Technician
Sarah loves building relationships with patients and helping them achieve beautiful smiles. She likes Dr. White’s commitment to having the best team possible and his commitment to obtaining excellent orthodontic results. She loves being part of our team. She enjoys the outdoors, hiking, biking, camping, and spending time with her husband and 3 year old daughter.
Yuri Elgar
Laboratory/Orthodontic Technician
Yuri speaks fluent Spanish and English. In addition to assisting Dr. White with patients, she also fabricates all special appliances needed during orthodontic treatment including expanders and retainers. Yuri loves to see our patient's big smile when braces are removed. She appreciates Dr. White’s energy and his desire to improve not only himself, but everyone around him. Yuri enjoys crafts, cooking and scuba diving in her spare time.
Lindsay Hull
Orthodontic Technician
Lindsay has rejoined our practice after gaining valuable experience in the field of pediatric dentistry. She has over eight years of orthodontic experience, and we feel very lucky to have her back as a member of our team. Lindsay loves the field of orthodontics and being part of the transformation that occurs in our patients smiles. Away from the office she enjoys outdoor activities with her husband Joe, and chasing after their Airedale Terrier, Boomer.
Jessica Buchholz
Jessica is the newest member of our team. She enjoys the field of orthodontics because it allows her to be part of the wonderful transformation that occurs for our patients. She loves working for Dr. White because he encourages his staff to continue learning and expanding their skills. Away from the office she enjoys racquetball, tennis, volleyball, hiking, watching movies, cooking, reading, and hanging out with friends and family.