Meet the Team

Cailey

Dental Assistant

I enjoy meeting and building relationships with people, and look forward to getting to know you. I became a dental assistant by following in my mother’s footsteps: She was an assistant before her recent retirement. Like the rest of the team, our patient is my top priority. I make sure they’re comfortable in the chair, explain what will happen, and prepare them to see Dr. Folkman. Sitting chairside, I act as a second pair of hands for the doctor while updating our patient on what we’re doing. When we’re finished, I offer home-care instructions, answer questions, and check that our patient is happy with their visit.

I spend my free time with my new husband, Vinny. We love to go to wine tastings and travel. One of our favorite places is Las Vegas.

Michelle

Dental Hygienist

I love each of my patients. We serve a remarkable community, and I enjoy building lifelong relationships while helping each person attain their optimal dental health. I grew up in Ritzville and recently celebrated my 20^th year of working with Dr. Folkman. He has created a warm and caring environment, and our patients respond to it positively. I spend my days offering preventive and maintenance care, including cleaning teeth. While I’m with a patient, I teach them about their mouth. Together, we find the home oral hygiene products that work with their unique needs. I love when a patient takes the education to heart and improves their smile’s health!

I live in Ravensdale with my husband, our two daughters, and our four dogs. As a family, we enjoy whitewater rafting, camping, and hanging out at home.

Rachel

Dental Hygienist

I’ve been a dental hygienist for more than 25 years: 18 of those with Dr. Folkman. My favorite part of my job is the relationships I have with each of my patients. Our practice caters to multi-generational families. Having the ability to care for the oral health needs of people at different stages in their lives is very special to me. I offer gentle, thorough dental cleanings, and pay close attention to each person’s specific concerns. A lot of the time I spend with a patient is focused on education: I want people to understand why it’s important to keep their mouth healthy and how to do it!

My high-school sweetheart and I have been married more than 25 years. Our son Colton and daughter Lauren both recently graduated from college. When I’m not working, I enjoy biking, hiking, running, and being outdoors.

Laura

Dental Assistant

I have been assisting for over 17 years! The best thing about being an assistant is the ability to help patients achieve good oral health and a beautiful smile.

In my free time, I enjoy doing abstract painting and spending quality time with my family.

Peggy

Dental Hygienist

I began my career as a dental assistant and then pursued the study of dental hygiene at Yakima Valley Community College. With more than 20 years in the dental field, I am passionate about educating and empowering patients to improve their dental health. I enjoy working with people and giving them the best possible care.

My husband Greg and I have been married 27 years and live in Sammamish. We have one son Nathan in college and a dog named Lindsey. In my free time, I enjoy walking, doing Zumba, and traveling to Hawaii.