Missy

Missy grew up in Hartford, SD.  After graduating from high school, she pursued her education at the University of South Dakota, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Dental Hygiene. Since joining our team in 2016, Missy has brought her expertise and dedication to her role.  Outside of work, much of her time is devoted […]

Sarah

Sarah was born and raised in rural South Dakota and began her journey in dental hygiene at the University of South Dakota. She joined the Great Plains Dental team in 2002 and has been an integral part of our practice for over two decades. Sarah’s tenure with us has been marked by her exceptional ability […]

Ali

Marketing / Culture Coordinator

Kaylynn

Dental Hygiene Team Lead

Kaite

Katie is originally from Miller, SD. Following high school, Katie enrolled in the dental assisting program at Lake Area Technical College. Her journey with Great Plains Dental began in 2020 with an internship, during which her dedication and skills impressed the team so much that she was offered a permanent position assisting Dr. Waterbury. She […]

Mesa

Originally from Freeman, SD, Mesa graduated from Lake Area Technical College with a degree in dental assisting. She joined us as an intern in 2023, and we were so impressed with her skills and dedication that we knew we had to add her to the Great Plains Dental Family. Mesa has been a valued member […]

Bailey

Bailey hails from Beresford, SD. After high school, she continued her education at Lake Area Technical College, where she enrolled in their dental assisting program. In 2018, she completed an internship with us, during which her exceptional talent became evident to our team. Impressed by her abilities, we invited Bailey to join our practice. Over […]

Myranda

Myranda is originally from Garretson, SD. After high school, she joined the Air NationalGuard and started her career path in dentistry at Southeast Technical College byenrolling in their dental assisting program. Upon her completion of the program in 2022,she joined the Great Plains Dental Team and has been assisting Dr. Waterbury eversince. When Myranda isn’t […]

Jenna

Jenna began her journey in dentistry by attending Lake Area Technical College in her hometown of Watertown, SD. She initially joined us at Great Plains Dental as an intern, where her exceptional work ethic and talent were immediately apparent to our team.  Jenna officially joined the Great Plains Dental team in 2021 and has since […]

Jenny

Jenny is originally from Madison, SD and completed the dental assisting program at Lake Area Technical College. Jenny’s dedication and experience are invaluable to our team. She brings a wealth of knowledge in dental assisting and orthodontics, having worked closely with Dr. McKinney for over two decades. Her tenure with us reflects her commitment to […]

Kelly

Kelly was born and raised in Alaska and spent much of her childhood fishing and crabbing.  Her interest in dentistry was cultivated early on by her father, who practiced dentistry for many years. Her genuine kindness and compassion make her particularly effective in working with children. Our pediatric patients greatly appreciate and enjoy her caring […]

Madie

Madison was born and raised on a farm near Inwood, IA. After graduating from high school, she pursued her education at Western Iowa Tech Community College, where she completed her dental assistant training. Madison became a valued member of the Great Plains Dental team in 2020, where she has since expanded her skills and knowledge […]