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Dr. Lon W. Riggs
Dr. Riggs has lived in Port Angeles since 1972.
After attending UW dental school he was a dentist in the US Army for
three years. He and his wife Sherrie lived in Okinawa before
settling here in 1972. They have three children, three grandchildren and Dr. enjoys travel, sailing and motor cycling in his spare time.
Education:
Undergraduate Studies at Utah State University
UW School of Dentistry, Doctor of Dental Surgery 1969
Career Achievements:
Dentist in US Army three years
Practiced General Dentistry in Port Angeles for 35 years
Professional Affiliations:
Member ADA/WSDA/OPDS
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Dr. Larry E. Temres
Larry Temres, After attending University of Missouri for both undergraduate studies and dental school Dr. Temres and his wife settled in Port Angeles in 1976. He has three children, three grandchildren and three foster grandchildren as well. He served in the US Navy for four years and enjoys sailing, sky diving and spending time with his family.
Education:
University of Missouri at Kansas City
University of Missouri at Kansas City Dental School 1976
Career Achievements:
US Navy four years • Practiced Dentistry in Port Angeles 32 years
Professional Affiliations:
Member Academy of General Dentistry • Member ADA / WSDA / OPDS |
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Dr. Todd R. Irwin
Dr. Irwin is a pacific NW native. After attending college at University of Utah for undergraduate studies and University of Louisville Dental School in Kentucky he returned to Washington State to be closer to family and friends. Dr. Irwin is passionate about dentistry and is known to use vacation time to further in dental education by either taking courses or reading dental material. Dr. Irwin and his wife have five children. When he isn't working he enjoys playing basketball, cycling, spending time with his family and friends and traveling.
Education:
University of Utah, Medical Biology
Graduated from University of Louisville School of Dentistry, Doctor of Medical Dentistry 1997
Professional Affiliations & Community Service:
President Olympic Peninsula Dental Society 2001- 2007
WSDA House of Delegates, Delegate 1999-Present
American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
Olycap Hygiene school advisory committee
Fellow Pierre Fauchard Academy
Member Seattle Study Club, Olympic Peninsula Study Club, ADA / WSDA / OPDS
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Dr. B. Travis Johnson
Dr. Johnson was born in Missoula, Montana in 1975. His father's job with the US Fish & Wildlife Service introduced the family to numerous wildlife refuges across the west. Dr. Johnson completed his undergraduate studies and doctorate in California. After four years with a group practice in Eastern Oregon, Dr. Johnson and his family were drawn to the Olympic Peninsula, where his father plans to retire. He lives in Port Angeles with his wife and two daughters.
Professional/Educational Milestones
University of California, Davis, BS in Environmental Toxicology, December 1997
University of California, San Francisco, Doctor of Dental Surgery, June 2002
Associate Dentist, John L. Bauer DMD, PC, 2002-2003
Partner, Burns Dental Group, LLC, 2003-2006
Staff Dentist, Harney District Hospital, 2002-2006
Associate Dentist, Irwin Dental Center, October 2006 to present
Dentist LaPush Dental Clinic 2007- Present
Professional Affiliations & Community Service
American Dental Association
Washington State Dental Association
Olympic Peninsula Dental Society
Seattle Study Club
Olympic Peninsula Study Club (an affiliate of the Seattle Study Club)
National Health Service Corps
Northwest Dental Provider
Boys & Girls Club of Harney County, Board of Directors 2003-2006, Chief Volunteer Officer 2005 |
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Dr. Brett Startin, DDS
Dr. Startin was born in Provo Utah in 1979. His father's employment brought him to the Seattle area. Dr. Startin completed his undergraduate studies at Arizona State University in Tempe, Arizona, (2005) and his Doctorate at Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio. 2009. Dr. Startin and his family were interested in moving to the Olympic peninsula because of it's beauty and they wanted to be able to make a difference. “We feel that in addition to the wonderful professional opportunity, Port Angeles provides everything that we felt was important for our family going forward.” Dr. Startin lives in Port Angeles, with his wife and three children.
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Dr. Richard T. Elmer
Dr Elmer grew up in Port Angeles; he attended Lincoln grade school, Roosevelt middle school and Port Angeles High school. After attending Marquette University dental school he practiced dentistry in the US Army for four years. One year in Tacoma at Madigan Army Hospital and three years in Germany. He returned to his home town to practice in Port Angeles. He and his wife Pat have two Children and two Grandchildren. In his spare time Dr. Elmer enjoys scuba diving, skiing, photography, golf, traveling, swimming, and playing with his grandchildren.
Education:
- Undergraduate Studies at Pacific Lutheran University, B.S. Biology-Chemistry.
- Marquette University Dental School, Doctor of Dental Surgery 1971
Career Achievements:
- Internship Madigan Hospital, Tacoma, WA 1971-1972
- Dentist in US Army Four years, Three years Schwaebisch Hall Germany C.O.
- Practiced General Dentistry in Port Angeles for 35 years
- Pain Management Diplomat
Professional Affiliations:
- Member ADA/WSDA/OPDS
- American Academy of Pain Management
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Registered Dental Hygienists
Tara
Tara has worked for Dr's Irwin and Riggs since she finished hygiene school 8 years ago. When she is not working Tara stays busy raising her two sons and enjoying the outdoors. She and her boys love to surf and going to the beach.
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Kate
Kate has been working in the dental field for 30 years.
She has a B.A. from Whitman College and a RDH from Pasadena City College. Kate enjoys her work, particularly the chance she has to get to know all of her patients and participate in their oral hygiene, helping them maintain a healthy lifestyle. Kate has three grown children, plays in the local symphony and loves to travel.
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Shan
Shan has been a RDH for 23 years. She has a BS in Dental Hygiene from Idaho State University. She worked for Dr. Larry Temres for 2.5 years before joining Irwin Dental Center. She is married and has one son who is currently in Active duty in the US Army. When asked what she likes about her profession? Well everything. But especially she enjoys the relationships that she gains from her patients, the satisfaction she gains from educating and helping patients obtain healthy mouths and the expertise that she can offer from years of experience. When not working she and her husband enjoy camping, hiking in the mountains, BBQ and the outdoors in general.
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Pam
Pam has worked as a dental hygienist for 6 years. Pam has 5 kids and enjoys horses, volleyball, hiking and reading. Pam has been with Irwin Dental Center since 2007. |
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Brent
Brent has worked as a dental hygienist for 18 years. He received his degree from Pierce College. When asked what he likes most about his work, Brent immediately answers: The patients. He truly loves the opportunity to meet new people and to build relationships with them. Brent and his wife have been married for 26 years. They have four children (two girls and two boys). As a family they enjoy back packing in the wilderness and Brent likes to ride his bike.
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Registered Dental Assistants
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Shelly - Clinical Supervisor
Shelly is a dental assistant with Irwin Dental Center. She also acts as clinical supervisor over our assisting staff. She has over 20 years experience in the field of dentistry. Shelly is a long time Port Angeles resident. She has a daughter and a son. When not working Shelly loves to ride her bike, exercise and spend time with her friends and family.
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Diane
Diane has been with Irwin Dental Center for 12 years. She began working as a dental assistant with Dr. Irwin when he first began practicing in 1997. Diane and her husband live in Port Angeles. She has three sons and one grandson.
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Candis
Candis has been with Irwin Dental Center since July of 2002. She has worked both as a dental assistant and as business staff.
Candis and her family were also patients at Irwin Dental Center before she joined our team. When asked what she likes about her work, she claims that Irwin Dental Center's high tech equipment and amazing Doctors make work like heaven. She said it! When not working, Candis enjoys life on the Olympic Peninsula with her husband, two children and two granddaughters.
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Nancy
Nancy was born and raised in Port Angeles. She has
worked as a dental assistant for over 30 years and for Irwin Dental Center for 5 years. She has two daughters a step daughter and one grandson. She and her husband are active in the community and Nancy is especially active in the Evergreen Children's Hospital Guild. We feel fortunate to have Nancy on our team, with her friendly smile and the fact that she knows many of the patients that have been with us since Dr. Riggs began.
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Tanya
Tanya has been in the dental field since 1992. She is married and has one daughter. When she is not working she likes camping and outdoor activities, She has been with Irwin Dental Center for four years. |
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Stephanie
Stephanie joined Irwin Dental as a dental assistant in October 2007. She and
her family had been patients of Irwin Dental Center for many years. During her time off she enjoys
time with her family, fishing, camping and hunting.
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Lexi
Lexi has been in the dental field for over 8 years. She was born and raised in Sequim, WA. When asked what she enjoys about her work she exclaims that she loves people. She always makes our patients feel extremely comfortable and at ease. |
Business Staff
Ann
Ann has been working with Dr. Lon Riggs for 21 years. She was born in Birmingham England, lived in Alaska for a time and moved to Port Angeles with her husband and raised her two children. She enjoys camping with her husband and her five grandchildren. Ann is an amazing asset to Irwin Dental Center, always offering a friendly greeting and a familiar smile to our patients new and established.
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Eric
Eric started his career in dentistry in 2004 when he came to Port Angeles to manage Irwin Dental Center. Eric received his certificate in "Dental Business Administration" from Clover Park Technical College.
Before coming to Irwin Dental Center in 2004, Eric worked at Microsoft for 4 years and the City of Bellevue Police Department for 11 years. Eric enjoys continuing his education by attending practice management seminars. He and his wife Ronnie have been married for 21 years. They have four wonderful children and one beautiful granddaughter.
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Lindsay
Lindsay is our Scheduling Coordinator. She has been with Irwin Dental Center for four years. Previous to this field Lindsay worked in banking. Lindsay spends her time away from work with her two young sons and all of their activities. She also likes spending time with friends sharing meals and watching movies.
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Ronnie
Ronnie, our Outreach Coordinator, joined our team in 2005. In addition to raising 4 children, she also volunteers her time as the Executive Director of the Olympic Peninsula Dental Society, a component society of the Washington State Dental Association.
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Terry
Terry has been in the dental field since 1968. She worked with
Dr. Temres for 21 years, and merged with Irwin Dental Center in 2007. During her time off from the Dental Center, Terry enjoys life with her husband of 37 years, children, grandchildren, dogs, camping and yard work.
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Shelly
Shelly our Financial Coordinator, is a new addition to Irwin Dental Center. She has previous dental experience and 23 years in accounting. She helps all of our patients make financial arrangements that work for them to achieve the smile of their dreams. When not working she enjoys spending time with her family, sightseeing, watching her kids in their sports and she also enjoys volunteering in the community.
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Lisa
Lisa joined us in 2007 when we opened our new facility.
She is our Treatment Coordinator. She works with our patients and doctors to coordinate their dental care. She enjoys the relationships that she builds with our patients and finds it to be extremely rewarding helping others. Prior to the dental field Lisa worked in Human Resources for a large company. Lisa and her husband have been married for 27 years. They have two daughters. When she is not working Lisa and her family love to camp, spend time at Lake Sutherland, cook and entertain.
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Darci
Darci has worked in the dental field since 8th grade! Her father is a dentist in the Seattle area and she began working for him before high school. She graduated from Washington State University. She moved to Sequim from Bellevue when she married her husband. They have two sons. She joined Irwin Dental Center in 2007 and works as our Hygiene Coordinator in the business office. When asked what she enjoys most about her work she enthusiastically states that she loves our team! And how committed our dentists are to continuing dental education.
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