MEET THE STAFF - ASSISTANTS

Terry Kapps

Terry is originally from the beautiful country of Poland, but moved to the U.S. 29 years ago, and has been living in Arizona for 17 wonderful years. She went to school in New York and received her Dental Assistant degree from Bergen County College in New Jersey. Terry likes to go hiking, traveling, exploring new places, and is renowned for her fantastic talent and flair in the kitchen. More than anything, she loves to spend time with her husband Jack and her brilliant 10 year old son, also named Jack. Terry has been with Brannon Dental for 17 years and is part of our Brannon family.

Holly Lindeen RDH - Hygienist

Holly is originally from Minnesota, and moved to the sunny state of Arizona to get away from the bitter cold winters. She attended school in Minnesota for both dental assisting and dental hygiene, and has been in the dental field since 2003. Holly's primary objectives as a dental hygienist include, providing patients with quality care, educating them on prevention methods, and positively influencing their oral health and overall well being. In their spare time, Holly and her husband, Jon, enjoy great food and wine, going to movies and concerts, hanging out by the pool and of course, rooting for the MN Twins and Vikings!

Leonida Hoover (Assistant)

Leonida is originally from Gonzales, Louisiana, 20 minutes from Baton Rouge. She has been living in Arizona since 2002. Leonida attended The Arizona College of Applied Health and received her assisting degree in 2005. She loves running, hiking and spending time with her husband Todd of 9 years and 2 wonderful children, Josh and Amber.

Melissa Brown RDH - Hygienist

Melissa is a native of Phoenix, Arizona and an alumni of Phoenix College for both dental assisting and dental hygiene. She has been in the dental field since 1999 and is passionate about educating her patients on preventing disease to achieve a healthier mouth and body. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Mike and daughter Katelyn. Melisa has been practicing dental hygiene with the Brannon Dental Group since 2010.

Sarah McNurlin (Assistant)

Sarah grew up in the Pacific Northwest until 2005 when she decided to move to Phoenix to get out of the cold and be closer to her Dad. Sarah pursued a degree in Associate of Applied Science at Columbia Basin College in Washington State before attending Spokane Dental Assisting School in 2005. Sarah worked as an assistant in the beautiful state of Montana before moving to Phoenix and starting with Dr Brannon in 2005. She has enjoyed working with passionate people and is always looking for ways to educate and advance her skills in the dental field. In her spare time, Sarah enjoys BBQ's at her Dad's house, spending time with her friends, traveling and exploring this beautiful state of Arizona.

MEET THE STAFF - ADMINISTRATORS

Sandra Clark

Sandra is originally from Duquesne, Pennsylvania. She moved to Arizona in 2000 with her family. She loves the Arizona sunshine better than the hurricanes of the Gulf Coast where she lived for 4 years and the cold of the east coast. When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family, friends and her dog Cassie. Her son, Taylor, who attends Scottsdale Community College, skates in professional competitions around the US. She spends her weekends floating in her pool reading a good book as well as working out, running or walking.