Meet Our Dental Team – Soldotna, AK

Marlena, Patient Coordinator

Marlena is a highly experienced patient coordinator at Soldotna Dental Arts, bringing 25 years of expertise to her role. With a rich background in dental care, including military service as a dental hygienist and assistant in Iraq, she has also worked as a Dental Assistant instructor and Office Manager. Marlena is passionate about interacting with patients and ensuring they have a positive, trust-filled relationship with their dentist.

Originally from Exeter, California, Marlena enjoys a fulfilling life outside of work. She loves spending time with her family, including her husband, an Alaska Wildlife Trooper, and their three children. Her hobbies include hiking, fishing, and relaxing with her cats. Marlena is also deeply committed to her church community and takes every opportunity to serve Jesus.

Caitlin, Dental Assistant

Caitlin started out in the dental field over a decade ago, undergoing on-the-job training with the first dentist she worked for and eventually growing to train several assistants. After a period of working in public health, she participated in a state-funded apprenticeship program to become a certified dental assistant and chose to move back into private practice, ending up here at Soldotna Dental Arts. She has training and experience with dental implants, Invisalign, and removable prosthodontics. What she enjoys most about this role is being able to help the community in such a meaningful way!

Away from the office, Caitlin spends plenty of quality time with her daughter and son. As for hobbies, she enjoys traveling, attending music concerts, paddle boarding, hiking, and practicing photography.

Harley, Dental Assistant

Harley is a dedicated Dental Assistant at Soldotna Dental Arts, with five years of experience in the dental field, all spent at this practice. She finds immense satisfaction in her role, particularly in helping restore patients' confidence through improving the appearance and functionality of their smiles. Trained on the job at Soldotna Dental Arts, Harley is certified in coronal polishing through the University of Alaska. Her journey in dentistry has been hands-on, equipping her with practical skills and real-world experience.

Originally from Kenai, AK, Harley comes from a big family and now has two children of her own. They are a close-knit group, actively involved in each other's lives and cherishing their time together. Outside of work, Harley enjoys reading and aims to finish at least one book every month. She also loves camping and spending time outdoors with her family. Always eager for new book recommendations, Harley appreciates all genres and is constantly expanding her literary horizons.