Hygienists

Shelley R Barnd, RDH

School: Oregon Health & Science University
Year Graduated: 1988
Hire Date: 07/20/1988

Bio: Shelly obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree in Dental Hygiene in 1988 at Oregon Health & Science University School of Dentistry. She has been with Wendel Family Dental Centre since 1988 and is our managing hygienist. She has a special interest in providing periodontal treatment.

Shelley is married and has one son. She lives in the country on acreage and enjoys spending time with her family and many various animals.

Janet M Silliman, RDH

School: Clark College
Year Graduated: 1970
Hire Date: 04/27/1990

Bio: Jan earned her dental hygiene degree in 1970 from Clark College and her Bachelor of Science degree in 1979 from Evergreen State University.

Jan was a trustee from her district to the Washington State Dental Hygiene Association for six years, State Continuing Education Chairman for three years, and national delegate and alternate delegate for five years. Jan also served as president of her local association for three years. Jan has worked in private practice for over 35 years.

Her favorite hobbies are spending time with her family, traveling, gardening, reading, and making cakes.

Jennifer M Hansen, RDH

School: Clark College
Year Graduated: 1997
Hire Date: 03/26/1999

Bio: Jennifer has been with Wendel Family Dental Centre since 1999. She graduated from Clark Community College in Vancouver, Washington in 1997.

Cheryl A Lewis, RDH

School: Clark College
Year Graduated: 1994
Hire Date: 10/21/1994

Bio: Cheryl joined Wendel Family Dental Centre in 1994 after graduating from the Dental Hygiene Program at Clark Community College in Vancouver, Washington. She enjoys getting to know her patients individually to provide high quality dental care.

Jennifer A Yoder, RDH

School: Clark College
Year Graduated: 1996
Hire Date: 02/16/2002

Bio: Jennifer has been with Wendel Family Dental Centre since 2002. She graduated from Clark Community College in 1996.

Jennifer lives in the country with her husband, three children, and one dog.

Nancy K Hensley, RDH

School: Clark College
Year Graduated: 1995
Hire Date: 03/27/1998

Bio: Nancy graduated from Ridgefield High School in 1987. She graduated from Clark College Dental Hygiene School in 1995. Nancy has been with Wendel Family Dental Centre since 1998.

Nancy is a busy Mom of twins. She enjoys playtime with her family, running with her husband, and traveling.

Barbara Pasternacki, RDH

School: University of New Mexico
Year Graduated: 1998
Hire Date: 01/03/2002

Bio: Barbara has been with Wendel Family Dental Centre since 2002. She graduated from the University of New Mexico with a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene in 1998.

Alexandra Ransonet, RDH

School: Loma Linda University
Year Graduated: 2001
Hire Date: 03/02/2005

Bio: Alexa graduated in 2001 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Dental Hygiene from Loma Linda University in Southern California. She was originally from Bellingham, Washington and loves the Pacific Northwest. Alexa enjoys dental hygiene and prides herself in being gentle, yet thorough.

Kristina Cornwell, RDH

School: Clark College
Year Graduated: 1999
Hire Date: 10/23/06

Bio: Kristi grew up in the greater Portland area. She graduated from Dental Hygiene School at Clark Community College in Vancouver Washington in 1999. She enjoys constantly learning what’s new in dental hygiene and prevention. In her spare time, she volunteers both locally and internationally.

Kristi’s hobbies include playing with her two Great Danes, gardening, photography, and traveling. Some of her favorite travels have been to Nepal and Alaska.

Jeannette Murphy, RDH

School: Oregon Health & Science University
Year Graduated: 1987
Hire Date: 11/09/1998

Bio: Jeannette was born in Bellingham, Washington. She was raised in Eugene, Oregon. She graduated from Oregon Health & Science University with her Bachelors of Science in Dental Hygiene in 1987. She enjoys many aspects of dental hygiene.

In her spare time, she enjoys biking, traveling, and spending time with her two boys.