Meet the
Poppy Kids Team

Poppy Kids office coordinator Emily in her uniform in front of a triangular background.

Emily

Emily has been immersed in dentistry since June 2005, bringing 20 years of experience to her work. She loves getting to know people and their families, creating meaningful connections with each patient that often last for many years. Emily is particularly drawn to working with children because of their cheerful nature and imaginative perspective on the world, which brightens every single day.

Outside of her professional life, Emily enjoys spending time with her husband, three boys, and three cats, and loves baking sourdough bread.

Emily loves the Sanderson sisters from Hocus Pocus & Cinderella. Her ice cream pick is chocolate chip cookie dough.
Gabriela, a dental assistant at Poppy Kids, smiling in her uniform.

Gabriela

Gabriela has been a dental assistant since 2023, always knowing from a young age that she wanted to work with children. She is drawn to kids' vibrant personalities and is passionate about making every visit fun and comfortable — her goal is to turn what might feel like a nervous moment into something patients genuinely look forward to.

Outside the office, Gabriela loves being outdoors through snowboarding and hiking. She also finds balance in journaling, coloring, and listening to music — all things that keep her recharged and inspired.

Gabriela's favorite Disney character is Jasmine. When it comes to ice cream, cookies and cream is always her top choice.
Poppy Kids dental assistant Alexandra stands leaning against a patterned wall.

Alexandra

Alexandra’s passion for dentistry began through a close family friend whose father, an oral surgeon, inspired her with his enthusiasm for the field. She brings her curiosity and energy to assisting in pediatric dentistry, where she loves learning and connecting with young patients, making each visit a positive experience.

Besides work, Alexandra enjoys practicing yoga and curling up with a good book. She takes pride in being someone children remember fondly, associating their dental visits with positive memories that build confidence in their oral health.

Alexandra’s favorite Disney character is Aurora, and when it comes to ice cream, cookies and cream has always been her top choice.

Hawley

Hawley is Poppy Kids Pediatric Dentistry’s beloved pup and sweetest team member. A gentle and loving golden retriever, she has mastered the art of spreading comfort with her wagging tail and calm nature. While Hawley isn’t always at the office—when she is here, she brings love and joy, helping make visits feel warm and positive.

Outside of her “work,” Hawley enjoys rolling on the lawn and lounging in the shade at her grandparents’ house. She also loves playing with her goldendoodle cousins, Tiffany and Apple, and never turns down belly rubs, treats, or a game of tug.

Hawley's favorite snacks are crunchy carrots and apple slices (seeds removed, of course!), and she loves how they help keep her teeth clean and bright—just like we encourage for all our young patients!

At Poppy Kids
We have fun!

Four team members from Poppy Kids Pediatric Dentistry pose together dressed as tooth fairies, wearing matching pink shirts with a smiling tooth graphic, tiaras, and fairy wings. They hold wands and stand in front of a colorful geometric wall, smiling brightly.
Two golden doodles wearing blue collars sit on either side of a sign promoting a 'Poppy Planting Party' in a bright pediatric dental office with cheerful, colorful decor. The sign invites children to plant poppies and decorate a pot, featuring details for the event on Saturday, April 13, 2024.
Ashley, a dental team member, smiles warmly while holding a bouquet of colorful flowers and a bottle of pink champagne, standing in a bright and welcoming dental office with a cheerful poppy-themed logo in the background.
Two dental team members, dressed in navy scrubs, happily display colorful children's books in a modern pediatric dental office with a bright and playful design featuring a poppy-themed logo and sun-shaped decor.
Two women in dental scrubs stand in a colorful pediatric dental office. One holds a plush dinosaur with a toothbrush, and the other holds a basket of toys and books, including "Alice in Wonderland.
A smiling dentist in a white coat sits in a dental office, holding a plush dinosaur with sunglasses and a toothbrush. Behind her, a computer screen displays the dental office's website
Two smiling women in dental scrubs sit behind a desk with a Mac computer in a bright, modern dental office. The wall behind them features a flower design and frosted glass
Two team members hold gardening tools and seedlings at the Poppy Planting Party.
Alexandra smiles with a bouquet and a fruit-topped dessert in front of a colorful wall.
Ashley holds an orange water bottle and pen near a playground.
Dr. Andrea smiles with a silver "2" balloon, celebrating two years.
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