OFFICE MANAGER
Bela
Before becoming a Patient Care Coordinator at Gendler Dental Center, Bela was a loyal patient of our office for 7 years. Bela has a degree in economics and statistics, but her focus is on helping patients with understanding proposed treatments plans, financial arrangements and their insurance benefits. What Bela likes most about her job is working with people and seeing them walk out with a smile. Bela’s role is vital to everyday operations of our office because of her main responsibility to oversee doctors’ schedule and ensure a tranquil and productive environment. Outside of work, Bela enjoys traveling, spending time with her friends and family but most of all with her two nephews. She is also an avid fan of Minnesota Wild and attends their games regularly.
PATIENT CARE COORDINATORS
Jodi
Jodi joined Gendler Dental Center as Patient Care Coordinator in 2006. Prior to taking on her current position, Jodi was already quite familiar with the workings of a dental office – she graduated from the Minnesota Institute of Medical and Dental Careers, and has worked as a Registered Dental Assistant for 13 years before moving into business administration. Jodi loves seeing how transforming someone’s smile changes their whole outlook, and our patients are very appreciative of her vast knowledge of dental procedures. In her spare time, Jodi enjoys painting, traveling, and spending time with family. Jodi and her husband have two daughters and one granddaughter.
Marissa
Marissa joined Gendler dental center in 2020 after working in the health insurance industry for 4 years. She is comfortable and knows her way around a dental office as her mother has been a patient coordinator in dentistry for almost 20 years. Marissa is an animal lover and likes to spend time outdoors. She is an aunt to 6 nieces and 2 nephews.
In her free time she enjoys watching movies, photography and reading.
Mary
Mary joined Gendler Dental Center following her graduation from the University of Minnesota. In her free time, Mary loves to travel and spend quality time outdoors with her Siberian husky named Goose. She also enjoys spending time with her nieces and nephews, hiking, camping, and watching sunrises and sunsets.
Amanda
Amanda joined Gendler Dental Center as Implant Coordinator in 2019. Prior to her move to MN, she worked with medical and dental practices in San Antonio, managing and as a marketing specialist. After receiving her bachelor’s degree from Columbia Chicago, she moved to Los Angeles, working in film marketing. She is happy to be back in the Midwest and really enjoys working with a team that offers the level of care and expertise that is provided to patients at Gendler Dental Center. In her free time, Amanda enjoys spending time with her husband and two daughters, traveling, and exploring unique new places in Minnesota.
DENTAL ASSISTANTS
Yuliya
Yuliya is a 2002 graduate of Dakota County Technical College Dental Assisting Program, and has been with Gendler Dental Center since 2001. Yuliya is our lead dental assistant and her knowledge of dentistry is impeccable. She truly enjoys the time she gets to spend working with patients, and they love her gentle touch. In her free time, Yuliya likes to exercise, dance and travel. Most rewarding time for Yuliya is when she is with her husband and two boys.
Haley
Haley joined Gendler Dental Center while attending Dental Assistant School in 2020. She graduated from Herzing University in the fall of 2020. She is a certified makeup artist of 10 years and self taught special effects artist.
In her spare time, Haley enjoys being outdoors, painting and paddle boarding.
Charity
I began my career in 2000 as a non-licensed dental assistant. I later graduated from MCTC in 2005 as a licensed dental assistant. With 24 years of experience, I joined Gendler Dental Center in 2024. What I like most about being a dental assistant is that I get to be a part of helping change a persons smile which ultimately helps change their life. I love seeing people smile! I am a huge MN Vikings fan! SKOL. I have 1 daughter, 2 dogs and one cat. In my spare time I like to watch the Vikings, listen to music, and spend time with my family and friends.
Kayla 
Originally from Tampa, FL, Kayla moved to Minnesota in January 2022. With five years of experience as a Licensed Dental Assistant (LDA), she is passionate about connecting with her patients and helping them improve their oral health. Kayla finds joy in making patients feel comfortable and informed during their visits.
In her personal life, Kayla is a proud mom of two daughters and recently married in October 2024. Outside of work, she and her family enjoy fostering dogs for a local rescue, exploring new coffee shops, and trying out different restaurants around the Twin Cities.
Parvaneh
With 22 years of experience in the dental field, Parvaneh is a dedicated and detail-oriented dental assistant committed to providing exceptional patient care. Passionate about patient education, Parvaneh takes pride in helping individuals feel at ease while understanding their oral health needs. She brings this passion to Gendler Dental Center, which she joined in 2024.
Outside of work, Parvaneh enjoys traveling, walking, dancing, and spending time with her family and friends. She cherishes her two sons and loves being a new grandmother!
HYGIENISTS
Marina
Marina has been with Gendler Dental Center since year 2000 as a Registered Dental Hygienist. Her dental education began with graduating with a dental degree from a Dental School in Minsk, Belarus. In 2000 Marina graduated University of Minnesota Dental Hygiene program with Bachelors of Science Degree. What sets Marina apart from others is her total dedication to her patients and the profession of dentistry. Her favorite part of being a hygienist is interacting with patients and the ability to help patients to keep their smiles healthy. Our patients love her gentle hand and friendly personality. Marina enjoys traveling, swimming, dancing and spending time with her husband and son.
Tanya
Tanya joined our practice in 2003 as a Registered Dental Hygienist. After graduating from Dental School in Russia she practiced as a dentist for 7 years in Saint Petersburg before moving to the United States. Tanya is a 1999 graduate of Century College with a degree in Dental Hygiene. She has also received a degree in Practical Nursing from Minneapolis Technical College. We are lucky to have a team member with such extensive clinical knowledge and experience. She does an excellent job of teaching and communicating with patients about the importance of oral health and maintenance. Tanya has many hobbies which include biking, exercising, dancing and cooking healthy meals.
Nadya
Nadya began her career as a Dental Hygienist in 2002. She joined Gendler Dental Center in 2017 and is very delighted to be part of such a dynamic hygiene department and dental team. Nadya strives to make her patients feel welcome, comfortable and well-educated about dental health. Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, working out and cooking.
