The Dental Team at Harmony Dental

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Our dental team at Harmony Dental has been with Dr. da Costa for more than 10 years. Come find out why we love this Oregon dentist and see how we treat all our patients like family.

Katie, a Registered Dental Hygienist at Harmony Dental
Katie

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dental visits with her wonderful pediatric dentist were always positive experiences for Katie. Consequently, she decided that the dental field would be a great career to help her patients have positive, fun experiences also.

Katie feels all patients should realize how important preventive dental care is because it can save teeth and avoid systemic health issues. When she is not working, she loves watching her two boys play hockey. She has to admit that she is a perfectionist at heart and a clean freak! Her heroes are her parents. Her dream job as a child was to become a singer!

Tara, the Clinical Dental Assistant at Harmony Dental
Tara

Clinical Dental Assistant

Tara always wanted to be in the healthcare industry and has found dentistry to be very interesting and fascinating. After graduating in 2010, Tara has had a well-rounded career working general dentistry and endodontics before joining us. She enjoys helping people and making them feel at ease when they are here.

Tara’s hero is her son, who she loves hanging out with along with her boyfriend, family, and friends. She likes hiking, road trips, wine tasting, and animals! She wishes she had a farm so she could be around animals all the time. Tara’s dream as a child was to become a singer.

Kris, Dental Hygienist at Harmony Dental
Kris

Registered Dental Hygienist

Kris has always had a passion for healthcare and finds joy in educating others about the importance of oral hygiene. Her journey into dentistry stems from her mother’s influence, who inspired her with a beautiful smile and a dedication to good oral care. Before becoming a dental hygienist, Kris attended culinary school and worked as a personal chef for a man battling cancer, demonstrating her commitment to caring for others.

When not at work, Kris enjoys cooking, reading, hiking, and spending quality time with friends and family. Her ability to adapt and roll with things adds a sense of calm and ease to the office atmosphere. Kris loves helping patients understand the power of prevention and ensuring they leave with a smile.

Lana, Office Manager at Harmony Dental
Lana

Office Manager

Lana has been passionate about dentistry for as long as she can remember. Originally from California, she moved to Oregon in 1990 with her husband, David, where they raised their two now-grown sons. Lana’s journey into the dental field began with her curiosity about working behind the scenes, leading her to pursue dental assisting. However, her first role was in the front office, and she has loved it ever since.

Now, as the Office Manager at Harmony Dental, Lana finds that the best part of her job is getting to help people every day. Known for her friendly demeanor and ability to stay calm under pressure, she creates a warm and supportive environment for both patients and her team.

Outside of the office, Lana enjoys exploring the outdoors by traveling, kayaking, camping, and hiking. She’s also a fan of live music and loves going to concerts. Lana’s commitment to both her work and personal passions makes her a valued and inspiring member of the Harmony Dental family.

Hillary, insurance coordinator at Harmony Dental
Hillary

Insurance Coordinator

Hillary works with us part-time as our Insurance Coordinator which we all know is very important. She is very good at it because she has such great attention to detail and really enjoys problem solving to help our patients with their insurance issues.

Her other part-time career and full-time passion is the world of dance, she loves working with children teaching them how to dance.

Outside of the office, Hillary enjoys teaching teenagers to dance, is active in her local church, and loves spending time with her family and friends.

‘‘I recently had a dental cleaning at Harmony Dental, and I want to let you know how happy I am with the work that Katie does. She is excellent, thorough, gentle, and has a very good chairside manner. She is the only hygienist who has ever checked my thyroid gland! I look forward to my appointments with her and value her help. All the staff at Harmony are excellent. I appreciate the help I get from Kathy in submitting claims for my insurance.’’

Helen B, Actual Patient

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