Our friendly, caring dental team at Oakdale Family Dentistry works together with Dr. Russomanno, Dr. Keane and associates to provide you and your family with the high-quality dental care you deserve. We welcome you to contact our dental office today to learn more and to schedule a visit with our dentists in Oakdale, Minnesota.
Kristy – HR Director
I joined our practice in March 2022. I graduated from Minnesota School of Business with an associate in applied science degree in health and exercise sciences. I worked in the health care field for 22 years prior to my career change in the dental field. My background includes front desk management, workflow analysis, staff education and development. I am passionate about caring for others and having a positive uplifting approach to those around me. The things I enjoy most in my free time are exercise, being outdoors any time, I am able, spending time with family and friends, crafting, decorating, and traveling.
Krystal – Registered Dental Hygienist
Krystal has been in the dental industry for over ten years. She graduated from Century College with a degree in dental assisting in 2010 and earned her dental hygiene degree in 2019. She has a warm and compassionate approach to patient care and can help even the most nervous patient have a positive dental experience.
In her free time Krystal enjoys spending time with her husband, two dogs, and her family and friends. The winter months are not very eventful for her, but spring, summer and fall are filled with camping trips, kayaking, and tennis. She also enjoys agility training her cattle dog Pepper and bike training her husky, Koda.
She would love to meet you and your family at your next dental cleaning appointment at Oakdale Family Dentistry.
Ka – Front Desk Manager
Ka has been in the dental field for over 13 years, she originally started as a pediatric dental assistant in Florida where her love for dentistry began. Ka moved back to the Twin Cities in 2017 and pursued her career in Dentistry on the administrative side. She enjoys helping our patients and seeing their smiles evolve.
Ka and her husband Bobby are high school sweethearts. They have three children Leonidas, Faith, and Orion along with three cats Jynx, Misty, and Sylvie. In her spare time she loves to spend quality time with her family for game nights, bowling, fishing, and singing.
Marty – Front Desk Administrator
Comprehensive dental starts with Marty, our Front Desk Administrator. Marty’s native language is Hmong. With 12 years of front desk experience, Marty will help you reach healthy and brilliant smiles by scheduling your appointments and answer questions you may have on how Oakdale Family Dentistry networks with your insurance.
KayLa – Front Desk Associate
KayLa joined our team December of 2024. She graduated high school in 2014 and attended MN State University Mankato for two years on a scholarship through the Boys and Girls Club. She has two morkies and enjoys going on spontaneous getaways up north, hiking with them.
Tristy – Licensed Dental Assistant
Tristy graduated as a licensed dental assistant from Century College in 1994. Her mission is to provide comprehensive dental services to all her patients in an environment that is reassuringly pleasant and comfortable. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her two daughters! In the spring, summer and fall, she loves the outdoors and enjoys running outside with her dog. In the winter, she likes to bowl in leagues and cuddle up inside to a good action movie. She also has a passion for muscle cars and loves going to car shows!
Sam – Business Manager
Sam is the Business Manager at Amber Leaf. He attended the University of Minnesota and left college early for a career in professional basketball where he played for the L.A. Lakers, Golden State Warriors, and Minnesota Timberwolves. He also played basketball for several years in Europe while living in Greece, Italy, and France. In 2007, Sam retired from basketball and returned to Carlson School of Management to complete his finance degree through the University of Minnesota. He enjoys being part of the Amber Leaf Family Dental team because of how well the team supports each other and cares about their patients. When Sam is not working, he is either spending time with his wife and three children, or meditating by completing improvement projects around the home.
Mindi – Licensed Dental Assistant
Mindi has been with Oakdale Family Dentistry since 2014. In her spare time, Mindi loves watching her sons Hayden and Brody play soccer.
Michael – Dental Float
Meet Michael, our dental float with a passion for dentistry. Currently working towards becoming a dentist, he believes one of the best parts about being a dental float is gaining invaluable experience when working side-by-side with the Oakdale Family Dentistry and connecting with patients, creating a positive experience for all of our patients. Beyond the dental clinic, Michael enjoys solo backpacking, photography, skiing, and listening to music.
Claire – Dental Hygienist
Claire joined our practice in August 2023. Graduated from Rochester Community and Technical College in 2021 with an associate in applied science in dental hygiene. A bit about Claire in her own words, ” I enjoy the flexible and friendly atmosphere that each office I work in is able to create. I contribute to the success of our practices to each individual who works together there to provide a stellar patient experience and high standard of care. . I enjoy video games, boating, and playing the violin.”
Srey – Registered Dental Hygienist
Srey completed her dental assisting program in 2018 and went onto earn her dental hygiene degree in 2024. Srey joined our team this past spring, 2024. During her free time she enjoys going hiking, kayaking, baking, cooking and trying new recipes.
Shiva – Licensed Dental Assistant
Shiva started with our practice in the summer of 2024. She became a registered dental assistant in California in 2022. She enjoys spending time with her family, especially her little girl. Shiva also enjoys baking, cooking and going to the gym.
Beckie – Licensed Dental Assistant
Has been in the dental industry for more than 20 years. She brings a great deal of experience and expertise to our team. In her free time, she enjoys live music and spending time with friends and family.
Cailyn – Licensed Dental Assistant
Cailyn graduated from Hennepin Technical College with her associate’s in dental assisting in spring of 2024. She enjoys working out, baking and going to the beach. She also claims to have the cutes cat in the world whose name is Fish.
Dee – Licensed Dental Assistant
Dee earned her LDA Diploma from Herzing University in December 2018. She enjoys traveling, eating good food, shopping, having fun with her 5-year-old son and spending time with friends and family.
Alexis R. – Licensed Dental Assistant
Alexis graduated from Century College with her associate in applied science this past August, 2024. She enjoys biking, reading, spending time with her family and playing with her two dogs, Moose and Winona.
Shanna – Licensed Dental Assistant
I graduated from Herzing College from the Dental Assistant program in 2004. I enjoy anything outside, running, rollerblading, hiking, kayaking, home improvement projects and most of all hanging out with my fur baby Frito.
