AboutHansen Family Dental

Melissa is an integral member of our insurance administrative team. With her experience in the insurance industry, she has specialized in streamlining processes and enhancing customer service. She began her career in 2023, where she developed a strong foundation in policy administration, claim processing and client relations. Her goal is to ensure that our patients receive the highest level of service and support.

She enjoys spending her free time reading a good book and continuing her personal growth.

Cecilia has been a registered dental assistant for almost 5 years. She loves creating new smiles and spending time with patients to make them feel welcome and comfortable.

Cecilia loves to spend her free time at home enjoying her mortgage with the company of her three cats, mamis, princess, and sushi, and also with the newest addition to her family, her dog, Gabriel.

Cindy has been a dental assistant for over 10 years, she loves to help make patients feel comfortable with their dental procedures and enjoys watching their smile grow and brighten! She enjoys spending her free time with family and friends.

Sayra is a registered dental hygienist who began her dental career as a volunteer dental assistant while completing dental hygiene school. She quickly fell in love with the compassionate side of dentistry and is committed to creating a welcoming environment for all patients. She strives to help and support each individual to achieve a healthy smile that will last a lifetime.

In her free time, she enjoys baking and going for walks with her family, partner, friends, and two beloved dogs.

Emily decided to go into dentistry because she likes the atmosphere! She always knew she wanted to go into a field that helps people. Emily plans on furthering her education in the future but is very glad to start off by becoming a dental assistant, especially at Hansen Family Dental. In her free time, Emily enjoys concerts and spending time with her family and friends.

Julie is one of our dedicated dental hygienists who graduated from Columbia Basin College. Her primary goal is to create a positive and supportive environment where patients feel valued and comfortable within her care.

Outside of work, Julie enjoys staying active and exploring new places. She loves spending quality time with her family, partner, and friends, making the most of every moment.

Tajia is an administrative assistant, registered dental assistant, and social media coordinator. She grew up on the coast of North Carolina and moved back to Washington State in 2017 to continue her education in the dental field. Tajia commits her time to make certain her full effort and heart is put into everything she does.

Tajia enjoys exploring the beautiful PNW and spending time with her family.

Cristina is registered dental assistant who oversees the orthodontia and sterilization departments of the office. Cristina began her career in 2019 and hopes to further her education in the dental field in the future. Her favorite thing about working in dentistry is the atmosphere our office provides for our patients and staff.

Cristina likes to be creative in her free time with art and also spend time with family and friends.

As a Tri-Cities native, Alyssa knew that she wanted to pursue a career in dental hygiene since she was a teenager. As a graduate from Columbia Basin College with a Bachelor’s of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene, her passion for oral health care and patient education has only grown over the years. She is proud to have been the sole recipient of the Golden Scaler Award, which recognizes her commitment to providing exceptional clinical skills and highly proficient cleanings. Alyssa’s goal is always to create a comfortable, supportive environment for every patient.

As a mother, Alyssa understands the importance of care and compassion, and she brings that same energy to every patient interaction. Whether you're here for a routine cleaning or have specific oral health concerns, she strives to ensure that each visit leaves you feeling informed, cared for, and with a smile.

A Native to the Tri-Cities, Mitch graduated from Columbia Basin College with a degree in Dental Hygiene. She was also the sole recipient from her class to receive the “Golden Syringe” award for her gentle touch with the administration of local anesthetics.

Mitch enjoys spending her free time with her family. They enjoy being active at the gym, hiking, camping, spending evenings around the fire-pit, and weekend trips visiting friends.

Mitch is proud to provide patient focused care and education with the same compassion she gives her own family!

Vannessa has been involved in the Dental field for over 23 years and in the Medical/Dental Insurance field for over 33 years here in the Tri-Cities. She has a comprehensive knowledge of insurance and treatment plan options that will fit all of our patients’ needs. She will be very prompt with answers regarding insurance questions and will help patients feel at ease knowing there is a solution for their treatment goals.

Vannessa has been married for over 30 years and has one grown son. They all enjoy riding Harley’s, Rzr's and Camping as much as possible.

Beth is our office coordinator as well as a registered dental assistant. Beth started working at Hansen Family Dental in 2007. Her passion for Dentistry and patient care is evident through her work. One of Beth’s best qualities is her compassion and kindness which makes patients feel comfortable during their dental appointments. When you meet Beth she will always greet you with a smile.

Beth is married and has two beautiful children, Savannah Grace and Jason Bradly. She enjoys spending time with her family, camping, boating, and fishing.

Before Marisol went to hygiene school, she was an assistant for two and a half years. She assisted in general, orthodontic, and pediatric dentistry. Marisol knew she wanted to dive deeper into the dental field. She then graduated from Columbia Basin College with a Bachelors of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene. Marisol was the sole recipient in her class to receive the award for “Periodontal Proficiency from the Western Society of Periodontology” and voted as “Best Representation of a Dental Hygienist” by her peers. She loves to deliver gentle, thorough, quality care for all of her patients.

Marisol comes from a big family and enjoys spending quality time with them. Any free time she has is spent with her family and her dogs. She loves being outdoors and going on last minute trips.