Valerie thrives on giving every patient a fresh start every six months with a clean mouth and healthy smile. It’s easy to see in Val’s style that she is a natural educator. Her gentle encouragement and knowledge helps patients maintain, and achieve the rewards of a clean mouth between check-ups. She has been a hygienist for 20 years. She received her Associates in Dental Hygiene, and her Bachelors in Health Science, from Wichita State University. Out of her scrubs, Val enjoys spending time with her husband and two brilliant boys. You might find them hiking as they are constantly exploring, and discovering new trails in Oregon’s lush forests. Val also enjoys reading and gardening.