Hi my name is Kanisha and I am blessed to be a mother of 3 wonderful children and a wife of 19 years. I am passionate about hanging out with my family, eating and watching tons of movies.
In the dental field, I hold a license as a EFDA! I'm sure many are asking whats a EFDA?. It stands for Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary. Basically I fix your cavities and many other things when you come to visit the dentist. I have been in dentistry for 22 years now and amazingly I am still in love with dentistry. I started this journey at Fort Pope Air Force Base where I was trained as a dental assistant. In 2004, I moved here to Columbus and continued to work as an assistant. I knew I wanted more for myself and went back to school attending Ohio Business College where I became a certified dental assistant. Finally, I went back to school yet again attending Ohio State University to become a EFDA. I truly love what I do and do not consider it a job. I was once told , “if you love what you do for a living, then it’s not a job it’s a hobby”!
For the past 20 years, I have proudly served in the dental field, building meaningful connections with patients while helping them feel relaxed and confident during their dental care experience. In my spare time I love shopping for antiques, puzzles, decorating and refinishing furniture.
My name is Natalia. I have been a practicing dental hygienist since 2001 and an Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary since 2009. I am a graduate of The Ohio State University.
While still in high school, I enlisted in 1988 and retired from the Army Reserve after 32 years as a Command Sergeant Major.In December of 1990, I was activated to support Desert Storm and served at Walter Reed Army Hospital. I was then mobilized and deployed in 2004 to Kuwait and Iraq for Operation Iraqi Freedom II and III. Additionally, I served on humanitarian missions in both Panama and Ecuador providing health care for the indigenous populations.While in the Army Reserve, I earned several degrees and have those degrees in thanks to the Army.
While in the military, I learned respect, discipline, and the ability focus on the task on hand. I have taken those skill sets and applied them to my job as a dental hygienist. I will treat you with the same respect I have for our country, my family, and myself. After working as a dental hygienist for 7 years, I felt that I could do more which is when I applied to The Ohio State University Expanded Dental Auxiliary program (EFDA). I found a new passion as an EFDA and would use both skills to help patients. It wasn’t long after becoming an EFDA that Ohio gave hygienists the opportunity to administer local anesthetic. I use all three skills to help Northpointe patients on a daily basis. I focus on the patient’s well-being as a whole and not just a number.
You will not find a more focused or dedicated hygienist than myself. I will guide and help you to be a better you through nutrition counseling, focusing on the whole body and how it impacts the mouth. I look forward to working with you when you join our Northpointe Dental family.
I have been married to my husband for over 30 years and have 2 adult children. I enjoy spelunking(caving), hiking, Geocaching, bicycling, running, weight lifting and reading. My hobbies are wide ranged. I knit, crochet, paint on both canvas and pottery, sew clothes and wood working. I’m not afraid to try new things and am willing to look outside the box.
I am a mother of 5 with an amazing husband. I was a forklift driver for 14years and decided it wasn’t something i wanted to do for the rest of my life. My aunt told me I should try dental assisting and less then a year later I went back to school and graduated from academy DA in May 2024. By June of 2024 I got my first dental assisting job at Northpointe family dentistry. In my spare time when I am not running around for my kids sports I enjoy spending time with friends, throwing some awesome Halloween parties and traveling to new places with my husband.
My name is Dominque. I am from Louisiana and recently moved to Ohio in 2025. I have been a Dental assistant since 2024. I enjoy my job because I can help people improve their smiles and build their confidence. I am a wife and a mom. I enjoy reading, taking hikes and working out. I will continue to advance my career through further education.
I enjoy working in a dental office because it allows me to be part of something that truly makes a difference in people’s lives. Dentistry is about more than just teeth—it’s about helping patients feel confident, comfortable, and cared for. I love being part of a team that works together to create healthy, beautiful smiles while also building lasting relationships with patients.
What I find most rewarding is seeing the positive impact we can have, whether it’s easing someone’s anxiety, helping a patient out of pain, or watching their confidence grow after treatment. Every day brings new opportunities to learn, connect, and contribute to a welcoming environment where patients feel supported.
Being in a dental office combines my passion for helping others, attention to detail, and appreciation for teamwork. It’s fulfilling to know that the work we do not only improves oral health but also enhances overall well-being and self-esteem.
