Amy

Office Manager/Treatment Coordinator

My name is Amy Rice. I am a life long resident of Humboldt County. I graduated from the dental assisting program at College of the Redwoods in 2002 and have worked in the dental field since then. I started working at Growing Smiles in May of 2010. I enjoy working with the staff at Growing Smiles, they have become part of my family. Having the opportunity to work with the children and their families truly makes my job

Krystal

Marketing Manager/Bookkeeper

I am the lucky one that gets to do all the fun marketing and promotions for Growing Smiles. I love working with our team, parents, local businesses, community, and schools. My family and I really enjoy living here in the Redwood curtain and look forward to becoming more familiar with the area and local activities. We have three kids, two dogs and a pig named Winston.

Krista

Registered Dental Assistant

Hello my name is Krista. I have lived in Humboldt County my whole life. Growing Smiles has been my dental home since I was a child. I now get to work in this office with the greatest team. I’m so glad I get to be there for the kids to support them with their dental care. I got on the job training and obtained by RDA license in 2021. In my free time I enjoy hunting, fishing and anything outdoors!

Tia

Registered Dental Assistant

Hello there! My name is Tia and I have been working at Growing Smiles Dentistry since 2002. I was born and raised here in Eureka where I met my husband Bryan. We have two children, a boy and a girl. I enjoy working with children because of their honesty and they say the funniest things!

Gina

Front Office/Patient Care Coordinator
I have lived in Humboldt County most of my life and enjoy many of the outdoor activities our area has to offer. I love hiking, fishing, camping and am also a Zumba fitness instructor with two beautiful daughters. I enjoy meeting all our wonderful patients and getting to know so many great families in our community. It's a pleasure to help make it possible for them to get the dental care they need. I coordinate patient benefits, billing matters, schedule patients, and am otherwise here to make sure everything runs smoothly in the financial aspect of the practice.

Macey

Registered Dental Hygienist
Hello! My name is Macey. I was born and raised in Humboldt County. I enjoy reading and going to the beach with my family in my free time. I have always wanted to work with kids and my dream has finally come true. I am new to the Growing Smiles family but I know it is going to be a blast. Kids are honest and funny and they are what makes this job so fun!! I love to see them leave with a big smile (and a balloon)!

Jennifer

Registered Dental Assistant
Hello my name is Jennifer. I was born and raised in Humboldt County but moved out of the area to attend the dental assistant program. I graduated from Santa Rosa Junior College in 2016. I have a love for animals, especially my dog Scuttle. I have always had a passion for working with children and I have found a home here at Growing Smiles. I am excited to be back to help the children of my hometown.

Gless

Registered Dental Assistant

My name is Gless. I was born in Eureka and have quite a few pets. I graduated from the RDA program in May of 2024 and had an internship with Growing Smiles while in school. I absolutely love meeting and interacting with the kids. It feels amazing to be able to help kids learn how to care for their smiles by teaching correct oral healthcare. I love the team here, they have made me feel very welcome and taught me.