Helping the North Seattle Dental practice moving smoothly and keeping patients happy is what Jessica does best.
While Jessica loves working in the wonderful world of dentistry, she wasn’t always a fan of “visiting the dentist”. In fact, she had dental fears! She grew up with the idea that you only see the dentist when it hurts, and this created a dental anxiety for her. So, how’d she get around it? She started working as a dental assistant, with the goal of making her dental appointments less scary. And now, 20+ years later, she’s helping to make our patients’ visits with us an even friendlier experience.
When she’s not at work, Jessica enjoys spending time with her family, camping, reading, taking photos, and hanging out with her 5 cats! A San Diego original, who moved to the sunny Northwest when she was 10, Jess’ mantra is “keep your eyes on the stars, and your feet on the ground” (Theodore Roosevelt).
Affiliations & Recent Accomplishments? Jessica is an active member of the American Association of Dental Office Managers (AADOM) – nationally and also with the NW chapter. And in September 2024 she earned her AADOM Fellowship (FAADOM) – A level of distinction that is quite a detailed process, requiring a lot of time and commitment. (Nice work!)
Quirk? Her food cannot touch. For Thanksgiving she uses a cafeteria tray with sections to separate things. (Now that’s dedication!)
Where did you grow up? Born in San Diego and lived in Mountain View, CA until 10 before moving up to Bremerton, and the sunny Northwest!
Cat or dog person? I spent 36 years thinking I was a dog person. But 5 cats later, the cat distribution has concluded that I’m now officially a cat person.
What are your cats’ names? Cupcake, Sprinkle, Paprika, Pumpkin, Cookie Monster
and Oreo.
What films can you watch over and over again? Dirty Dancing, 21 Jump Street, all of the Harry Potter movies, 16 Candles, and the Green Mile.
What would you do if time and money wasn’t a factor? Travel, travel, and travel. I’d love to see it all!
3 Best Things to do in or around Seattle? Catch a Seahawks game, visit Pike Place Market and stroll through the Washington Park Arboretum.
Person you admire? My brother Michael. He is the epitome of never give up. He is my constant reminder that it’s never too late to chase your dreams.
Favorite Seattle restaurant? My go-to favorites: The Pink Door, Asadero Ballard and Salty’s!
Favorite flower? Peony and Gerbera Daisy.
If you’re stuck on an island, what 3 things would you bring? My family, an endless supply of drinking water and fishing poles.
Can’t live without a cell phone or coffee? I can live without my cell, but not my coffee!
Favorite food + least favorite? Tacos rule! Not a fan of Goat cheese.
Favorite pastime or hobby? Camping and photography.
Favorite recent read? “All the Light We Cannot See” by Anthony Doerr
If you were an animal, which would you be? A sea turtle.
Favorite vacation spot? Lake Crescent.
Guilty pleasure snack food? Chili Cheese Fritos dipped in Juanita’s nacho cheese sauce.
Favorite ice cream flavor? Chunky Monkey!
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