Meet the Team

Sanela originally came to our practice as student intern before graduating from Denver Dental Assistant School. Upon graduation, we immediately brought her on board as full time staff member and she has been a fantastic addition to our office ever since! Sanela was born in Bosnia and raised in Germany, so one of her many talents include being able to speak 3 languages. She is a mom to two young and very energetic boys and when she is not chasing around her kids, she and her husband love exploring their surroundings. While Sanela is rather new to the dental field, she is very excited to call Cherry Creek Dental Spa her home as she continues to expand her dental knowledge.

Alishia is originally from Richmond, Virginia but moved to Denver just before she finished high school. Alisha has been in the dental field for over 20 years and has been an amazing team member since joining our growing practice. Her love and passion for patient education, care and attention to detail, help her make sure that each patient has the best care based on their individual needs. Alishia has worked in dentistry both as a dental assistant and an insurance coordinator, and her ability to adapt to any situation makes her a fantastic asset office. When not taking care of others at work, Alishia enjoys traveling, spending time with her two children, and watching them excel in school and sports.

James is originally from a small town, Walla Walla Washington. He moved to Salt Lake City in 2015 where he studied Dental Assisting and developed his passion for the art of dentistry. After graduating, he worked with a non-profit for three years. During this time he experienced patients with extensive dental needs. Due to the nature of his work in non-profit, he has assisted over 70 dentists during his career. James moved to Denver in 2020 and is so excited to be here! He loves what Colorado has to offer. He has fallen in love with hiking, nature, and Denver.

Brianni is a Colorado native. She has been in the dental industry for 4 years as an assistant, but also has a passion for dental hygiene. Brianni plans to further her education in dentistry by attending dental hygiene school in the future, and perhaps one day becoming a cosmetic dentist. Watching smiles transform brings her joy and she would love to be able to have a larger role in the process. Brianni makes sure each patient feels confident with their smile and overall oral health. When she’s not at work, she spends time with her family and is the mother of two boys. She also enjoys boxing and traveling.

Chelsea, originally from Florida, has dedicated the past 10 years of her life to working in the dental field. Her commitment to helping others achieve and maintain healthy smiles has been a driving force in her career. Outside of work, Chelsea enjoys hiking, exploring the great outdoors and loves to cook! She also enjoys spending quality time with her fiancé and their beloved cat, Luna. Whether it’s cuddling up on the couch for a movie night or going on adventures together!

Meggan is a Pacific Northwest Native, growing up in Eastern Washington. As a child she enjoyed the outdoors which continues into her adult life spending as much time as possible near the water. Meggan attended Eastern Washington University her senior year of high school as a running start student, where she completed her Bachelor’s degree in Education. She decided to continue schooling at Columbia Basin College where she earned her Dental Hygiene degree in 2013. After working several years in Spokane WA she recently decided to relocate to Denver with her significant other. Meggan has a passion for dentistry and enjoys making each patients visit as fun and pain free as possible!  

Eric is a native of Colorado and has been in the dental field for over 8 years. Eric graduated from dental hygiene school in 2014 and has been practicing hygiene since. Eric is currently in school studying to complete his biology degree with which he intends to use to continue his dental career, working towards his goal to become a dentist. Eric’s passion and care for his work is evident as he loves the personal connection he has with each of his patients and the difference he can make with each appointment.

Cassidy has been a dedicated dental professional since 2018. In the office, she thrives on connecting with patients and making them feel right at home. As a dental hygienist, she brings a unique blend of bubbly, sweet, and caring energy to each patient interaction. Her genuine warmth and compassion create a welcoming environment where patients feel valued and cared for throughout their dental journey. With a love for preventative care, she strives to make a positive impact on each of her patients. When not in the clinic, you’ll find her outdoors, hiking with her dog or paddle boarding. Cassidy is devoted to her rescue pup, River, who fills her life with love and joy. Every adventure is better with River by her side.

Lauren recently moved to Denver from Kansas and she’s loving it here! She grew up with a passion for soccer and found herself playing at the collegiate level. During school, she transferred to Kansas State University to finish out her pre-dental studies. In 2021, she graduated with her Associate’s in Dental Hygiene at JCCC. Lauren loves educating people about oral health and making her patients feel comfortable. Outside of work, she lives a very fitness oriented life, while also enjoying time with her dog Arlo, traveling, and trying new foods!

Grace is a proud Colorado native who graduated locally studying dental hygiene. She is passionate about improving patients’ quality of life through their oral health. Grace loves to connect with others by sharing her love for dentistry! In her free time, she enjoys traveling, spending time at the gym, and trying new restaurants with friends and family.

Chris is originally from NY and started his dental career in Philadelphia in 2020. He drove across the country in 2023 to Denver to start a new journey. Chris has experience with working all aspects of the front office and enjoys helping patients with their dental needs. His goals are to keep expanding his knowledge and proficiency within the field. Outside of the dental office you can find him in the mountains hiking, traveling to new places, and visiting national parks.

Kayla is a Colorado native and has been working in the dental industry for 3 years. She is passionate about building meaningful relationships with patients along their smile journey. Kayla is compassionate and prides herself on great communication. She is a dog lover and loves to spend time with friends and family outside of work. Kayla is always down for a spin cycle class or a new food spot in Denver!

Barb has been in dentistry for 34 years! She began her journey as an assistant and eventually moved from the back to the front of the office. Barb has had experience in just about every role in the dental office, which is what makes her so special. We love her because she genuinely cares about patient experience and the quality of care provided. Dr. Melissa immediately knew she was a great fit to help open Cherry Creek Dental Spa in 2018! Barb has been so important to the growth and success of this practice and we are lucky to have her. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, hiking, and spending time with her children.

Zaiga was born in Latvia, a very small country in Northeast Europe. After finishing her Master’s degree in German philology she went to visit her best friend in Ireland and ended up staying there for over 4 years. On one of her trips home to visit family, she met her husband at the airport, a couple years later they got married and moved to San Francisco together with their cat Bonnie. After spending 7 years in California, Zaiga and her little family decided to start a new chapter in their lives and moved to Denver. Outside of work Zaiga loves hiking, biking, skiing and just recently started a new hobby, macrame. Zaiga is very new to the dental field, but very excited to learn new things and help patients in any way she can.

Kenzie is our treatment coordinator. She is a Denver native and has over 7 years of experience in the dental field. From working as a surgical assistant to the front desk, Kenzie knows how to make sure patients are comfortable in the office and educated on their treatment plans. Kenzie’s dream job is becoming a hygienist so that she can help her patient’s achieve their oral health goals. When Kenzie is not working she likes to attend concerts, sporting events, spend time with family, and hang out with her fur baby, Louie!