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As your choice for professional aesthetic dentistry, dental therapy or ongoing professional dental care, we work hard to ensure your dental experience is exceptional. That means providing you with the best in dental professionals and the latest in equipment, materials and techniques.
Team Bios
Dr. Turner - DDS MAGD
Dr. Turner grew up in Albuquerque, New Mexico and received his
BA in history from the University of New Mexico in 1969. After
five years in diesel submarines, the US Navy sent him to dental
school at University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry,
graduating in 1978. He received his MBA at National University
in 1984. The Navy transferred him to Oak Harbor in 1986. He set
up practice in 1990 after 21 years in the military. Dr Turner is a
member of the Washington State Dental Society, American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, Academy of Laser Dentistry, Mt. Baker Chapter of the Seattle Study Club.
He received his Mastership status in Academy of General Dentistry in 1999. He is past president of the Kiwanis Club of Oak Harbor and active with Oak Harbor's Chamber of Commerce. He was married in 1969 to his wife Gail and has 3 daughters, Tracy, Shelley and Stephanie. He enjoys stained glass and woodworking.
Monique - Registered Dental Hygienist
California Girl- - -that's our Mo, She's been with Dr Turner since 1997. Relocated to Whidbey Island from California with her
husband. She received her Registered Dental Assistant in 1984,
Registered Dental Hygienist in 93, IMZ implant certification in
94, laser certification in 06. Enjoys spending time in nature and
with family and friends.
Renee - Registered Dental Hygienist
Born in Alaska, raised in Shoreline, Washington. Renee received
her AA from Grace Bible College in 1988 and received her
Registered Dental Hygienest license in 1996, laser certification in
06. Renee has been a practicing hygienist for 10 years and been
with Acorn Dental Clinic since 2002. Renee enjoys spending time
with her husband, Chris and their sons, along with bike riding,
and walking.
Janna - Office Manager
Oak Harbor native and Oak Harbor Hogh School graduate. Janna
has been involved with the dental field since 1988 and has
been with our office since 2003. She has two daughters, one is
married with two children. In her spare time she enjoys soccer,
the beach, sewing, reading and shopping with her daughters when
they are in the area.
Val - Financial Coordinator
Moved to Oak Harbor in 1979, raised as an Air Force dependent,
traveled and lived all over the world. Received her AA in
Computer Information Systems and has been in all aspects of the
dentistry since 1972. Val has daughter, Mary Jo Graduating June 2008 to continue her education in Hawaii." "She joined our practice in 2004 and enjoys horses, softball, bowling and gardening.
Fran - Dental Assistant
Fran joins our team after more than 25 years of dental assisting experience. She has recently moved to Oak Harbor from Blaine, Wa. and Danville, Il. Fran is an avid gardner and reads voraciously. Her childhood years were spent in Vancouver, Canada where she became a lover of the mountains, lakes and streams that surround our area.
Kimberly - RDA
Born in Oak Harbor and is a former Navy brat. Moved back to Oak Harbor in 1995 and graduated from Oak Harbor High School. Attended Everest College and completed the Dental Assisting program in 2007. Has been assisting for two years in South Whidbey and came to Dr Turner’s office at the beginning of 2010. She lives in beautiful historic Coupeville with her husband Benjamin and their two boys, Michael and Dylan. Enjoys hiking , walking, and spending time with her family.
