At the core of our dental practice is a friendly team of professionals that are dedicated to your utmost comfort and optimal oral health. We view each patient as a unique individual, and tailor each treatment to your specific needs. As part of our commitment to providing close, personalized attention to every patient, we want to encourage patient communication. Please know that we are here to provide outstanding patient care, and that we value the trust you have placed in us.
Melissa McGehee - Hygienist
Melissa McGehee was raised in Mulberry, Florida and relocated to Indiana in 1991. Melissa majored in Biology while attending Indiana University Southeast and in 2004, was accepted to the University of Louisville school of Dentistry to pursue a degree in Dental Hygiene. While obtaining her degree in dental hygiene, she enjoyed externship courses in dental health clinics and the Louisville Zoo.
Melissa comes to our office from Oahu, Hawaii where she had been actively practicing hygiene since 2006. Melissa has a true passion for dentistry and attends numerous continuing education courses and is currently enrolled at Northern Arizona University to further her studies in dental hygiene. She holds licenses to practice dental hygiene in Kentucky, Hawaii and Virginia. Melissa enjoys hiking, swimming, kayaking, snorkeling, traveling, and relaxing with her husband and 2 dogs.
Jessica Abele Briceno- Hygienist
Jessica grew up in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from the Indiana University of Pennsylvania. After completing an internship in Houston, Texas, Jessica moved to Boston with her fiance. She worked there for a while before deciding to go back to school. Her desire to work within the healthcare field and more one-on-one with people, as well as to help guide adults and children in ways to improve their oral health, led her to pursue a career in dental hygiene. She graduated from the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and the Forsyth Dental Hygiene program in 2005 and was eager to begin her career as a registered Dental Hygienist.
Jessica has been with Pal Dental Group Since September 2006. She strives to give her patients a positive dental experience all the while helping them realize the importance of good oral health. She feels that with positive and proactive steps everyone can enjoy healthier smiles and brighter futures.
Jessica enjoys fulfilling her continuing education requirements each year with courses that focus on overall health and body, improving periodontal health and learning new preventative technologies within the dental field. She and her husband have two children. Jessica enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and when time permits, reading a good book!