Meet the Team
Stephanie Bianco
Dental Hygienist
Duties:
Cleaning teeth, taking radiographs, application of fluoride, patient oral hygiene instructions
Has worked in the field of dentistry since:
1980
Has worked with Dr. Hughes since:
2005
Favorite thing about the practice of dentistry:
Working with children & eliminating the anxiety they have with dentistry.
Favorite thing about working with Dr. Hughes:
Learning something new about dentistry each time we work together.
Favorite things about your job:
The staff is the greatest ever.
Native of:
Montezuma, IA
Have lived in:
Redland since 2000
Family:
Husband Marc; daughters Vanessa, Gemma and Cecilia; son Valentino; and dog Lucky
Non-work activities include:
Golf, knitting, kids, all kinds of sports!
Cathy Griffin
Dental Hygienist
Duties:
Oral hygiene instructions, cleanings, sealants
Has worked in the field of dentistry since:
1980
Has worked with Dr. Hughes since:
2002
Favorite thing about the practice of dentistry:
Helping my patients achieve & maintain healthy teeth
Favorite thing about working with Dr. Hughes:
Their patience with kids, parents, their relaxed manner
Favorite things about your job:
Working with kids of all ages and watching kids grow up over the years
Native of:
Portland, OR
Have lived in:
Clackamas since 1996
Family:
Daughter Emily; son Josh; dog Jillian
Non-work activities include:
Gardening, movies, cooking, walking, and camping
Additional Information
- Attended Portland State University
- Graduated OHSU in 1980 with a BS in Dental Hygiene
Jessica Kelly
Dental Hygienist
Duties:
Oral hygiene instruction, cleanings, taking radiographs, and placing sealants
Has worked in the field of dentistry since:
1997
Has worked with Dr. Hughes since:
2005
Favorite thing about the practice of dentistry:
Being able to help people while building relationships-seeing same patients every 6 months or more.
Favorite thing about working with Dr. Hughes:
The laid-back style and relaxed attitude.
Favorite things about your job:
*Same as above
Native of:
Portland, OR
Have lived in:
Clackamas since 2007
Family:
Husband Joe; and sons Noah, Drew and Jack
Non-work activities include:
Shopping, walking, caring for my children, entertaining friends
Sandra Myers
Dental Hygienist
Duties:
Patient & Parent education-scaling, polishing, xrays, sealants & fluoride treatments.
Has worked in the field of dentistry since:
1973
Has worked with Dr. Hughes since:
2002
Favorite thing about the practice of dentistry:
Being able to eliminate a lifetime of dental fear.
Favorite thing about working with Dr. Hughes:
Hearing that the kids can’t wait for their next checkup.
Favorite things about your job:
The staff in our office is the best.
Native of:
Portland, OR
Have lived in:
Lake Oswego since 1988
Family:
Husband Rick; daughters Kimberlee, Kate, and Lisa
Non-work activities include:
Golf, knitting, baking and cooking, gardening
Additional Information
- Since we are empty nesters we’ve replaced our daughters with Toby, a golden doodle. I even clean his teeth and he has his own toothbrush.
Megan Maehara
Dental Assistant (EFDA)
Duties:
Assisting, child prophies, sealants, x-rays
Has worked in the field of dentistry since:
2002
Has worked with Dr. Hughes since:
2007
Favorite thing about the practice of dentistry:
Meeting new people and educating kids on oral health.
Favorite thing about working with Dr. Hughes:
Laid-back styles/personalities and always willing to educate me on new procedures.
Favorite things about your job:
Co-workers
Native of:
Gresham, OR
Have lived in:
Gresham since 1983
Family:
Dog Urban
Non-work activities include:
Shopping, music shows/concerts, spending time with friends and family
Suzanne Meckel
Dental Assistant
Duties:
Chairside assisting, radiographs
Has worked in the field of dentistry since:
1983
Has worked with Dr. Hughes since:
2002
Favorite thing about the practice of dentistry:
It is rewarding to see families grow up and to teach them an awareness of their dental health and creating positive feelings toward dentistry.
Favorite thing about working with Dr. Hughes:
They make it fun to come to work everyday. They have a relaxed attitude and treat patients as they would treat their own family members.
Favorite things about your job:
I love working with kids.
Native of:
Oregon Coast
Have lived in:
Lake Oswego since 1985
Family:
Husband Kevin; daughter Megan; sons Erik and Connor
Non-work activities include:
Sailing, snow skiing, horseback riding, gardening, home remodeling and outdoor activities
Penny Dam
Office Manager
Duties:
Front Desk, additional administrative duties and collections
Has worked in the field of dentistry since:
1993
Has worked with Dr. Hughes since:
2002
Favorite thing about working with Dr. Hughes:
Gentle caring attitude and respect shown to patients and staff.
Favorite things about your job:
Wonderful doctors, wonderful co-workers, wonderful view! It’s a pleasure to come to work!
Native of:
Great Britain, born in Assam, India
Have lived in:
Oregon since 1988
Family:
Husband Michael; daughters Christina and Lindsay; sons William and Jeremy; and four dogs!
Non-work activities include:
Tennis, gardening, race walking, knitting, crosswords, Sudoku
Additional Information
- Speaks Spanish, French, Danish (husband is Danish)
Tanali Todd
Office Assistant
Duties:
Scheduling & general office duties
Has worked in the field of dentistry since:
1988
Has worked with Dr. Hughes since:
2005
Favorite thing about the practice of dentistry:
Seeing children raised practicing good dental health habits.
Favorite thing about working with Dr. Hughes:
Seeing their compassion to patients & co-workers.
Favorite things about your job:
I work with great people.
Native of:
Beeville, TX
Have lived in:
Gladstone since 1986
Family:
Husband Mark; daughters Keni and Amy; and son Larry
Non-work activities include:
Quilting, reading, and travel