Drs. Clark and Clark are extremely proud of the highly trained and compassionate individuals that assist them in delivering personal, gentle dental care to their patients. Each member of the team maintains a passion for excellence and a commitment to constant and never ending improvement. The team concept is the key to delivering a higher standard that our patients come to expect at Hill Avenue Dental. Throughout each year, we attend continuing education seminars, and implement what we have learned to provide up-to-date dental service to our patients.
Being in the dental procession for over 3 decades now, Paula has been a valued member of our team since 1997. As our scheduling coordinator, she prides herself in maintaining a full and well-choreographed schedule not only for our Doctor and staff, but our patients as well. Patients often tell us how much they appreciate that their appointments run on time and the efficiency Paula has at accommodating their needs. Always being a people person, she is the perfect fit for our front desk and loves the diversity her position brings to each day.
She’s thankful for the rapport and friendships she’s built over the 24 years with us. The family atmosphere of the office, Paula says “Is the reason I love it here”.
In her free time, she and her husband spend a lot of their summer at Swanson’s Campground in Solon Springs. In the off months she enjoys watching the MN Wild, UMD Bulldog hockey, and is an avid Packer fan! She also enjoys cooking and trying out new recipes.
Pam has been a valued member of the Hill Avenue Dental team since 2000. She earned her dental assisting certification and registration from Duluth Business University in Minnesota. She also completes annual continuing education courses at local and regional conferences to stay in touch with the latest developments in the dental field.
Pam enjoys working with patients and helping to make each patient’s visit to the dental office the best it can be. As a self-proclaimed 'people person', Pam always makes it her goal to give patients a great experience during their time at the practice. Pam brings her pleasant personality to the office every day and says, “It’s just as easy to be happy. It just makes for a better day!” She likes working at Hill Avenue Dental because she feels that the doctor is a very dedicated professional who is excellent at what he does. Pam insists that everyone at the office is the best at what they do.
In her free time, she enjoys outdoor activities, working out, watching football, and most of all, spending time with her husband Doug and their four children.
Cindy is originally from Superior and is currently living in Lake Nebagamon. She has worked as a Registered Dental Hygienist for Hill Avenue Dental since 1986. She earned her associate's degree from University of Minnesota-Duluth, and has been working for our practice ever since! Over the years Cindy has built great relationships and has enjoyed watching many of those families grow.
Cindy loves working directly with patients and teaching them about dentistry. She claims that there's a great environment at Hill Avenue Dental, and the entire team is committed to giving their patients high-quality care. Cindy attributes that capability to continuing education and state-of-the-art equipment and techniques. She appreciates the support from her team members and doctor, and enjoys the friendships she's created.
Outside of the office, Cindy enjoys spending time with her husband, family and friends. In the summer months she loves being on their pontoon and in the wintertime snowmobiling. One of her favorite things to do in her spare time is baking sweet treats for her loved ones.
Bethany attended Dental Hygiene School at Lake Superior College in Duluth, MN. She worked as a Dental Assistant here at Hill Avenue Dental for two years before earning her Associate Degree for Dental Hygiene in 2021. She loves helping our patients improve their oral health and enjoys making a personal connection. Our patients and staff enjoy her bubbly, positive personality and radiant smile.
At our office, Bethany is a valuable employee. Not only does she care for our patients in her role as a Dental Hygienist but continues to work alongside Dr. Clark III as a Dental Assistant performing restorative procedures. The variety that the two roles bring to her day keeps her passionate about her profession.
Bethany grew up locally and currently resides in South Range, WI. She enjoys living out in the country, spending time outdoors, and being with family.
Nicolle attended Lake Superior College where she earned her Associate’s Degree in Dental Hygiene. She grew up locally in Lake Nebagamon and has been a patient here at Hill Avenue Dental her whole life. Nicolle always loved coming to the dentist and enjoyed the team and the environment. She knew right away that she wanted to work at Hill Avenue and make people feel comfortable the same way she felt growing up.
When asked what she enjoys most about her job, she says “The relationships that I form with my patients, I wouldn’t trade those connections for anything!” She loves communicating and getting to know each and every patient. You will find that she is compassionate, able to put her patients at ease and ensures a positive dental experience.
After 10 years Nicolle married her High School sweetheart. She enjoys hiking, traveling and relaxing at the lake. In the summer time, Nicolle and her husband like to spend time on the golf course.