Our Staff
Our dental assistants and hygienists are licensed professionals who pride themselves on staying on the cutting edge of dentistry and patient communication. We feel that it’s important that you understand the treatment you’ll be receiving so you can relax during the procedure.They are eager to answer any questions regarding your dental care. Please feel free to share with us your needs and concerns.
Our staff is excited about what they are doing, have high standards of quality and integrity, and are motivated to achieve the best results for our family of patients.
Felicite Parr Lester, RDA
Hi my name is Felicite I recently moved to the area and am over joyed to be part of Dr. Yocks dental team as her Chair-side Assisting Coordinator/RDA. I grew up and went school in Michigan. I love being part of the dental team and have been an RDA for almost 16 years. I enjoy hiking, travel and the great outdoors with my husband. It has been wonderful exploring Sonoma county and learning about by new home. My goal is to make sure you have an exceptional experience each visit by offering great customer service, humor and a genuine desire to care for your needs during your office visit. Dr Yock and I are looking forward to taking care of you and your dental needs.
Michelle Chitwood, DA
Hi my name is Michelle and I am Dr. Yocks’ Front Office Insurance Coordinator. I have been in the amazing field of dentistry for over 18 years. I went to Santa Rosa Junior College for my schooling. I take great pride and strive for excellence in my chosen career. Helping my patient understand their insurance benefits , their financial needs and scheduling next treatment is very important to me . I have lived locally in Sonoma County all my life with family and in our spare time support our culture through Native America dancing.
Fran Pakka, RDH
Hi my name is Fran and I have been a hygienist for 42 years. I have worked my entire career in Marin and Sonoma counties. I graduated from Fones School of Dental Hygiene- University of Bridgeport, CT in 1973. I move to Californian the day I graduated. I take great pride in the quality of my work in all aspects of dental hygiene care for each of my patients. I have been with Dr. Yock since 2001. In my spare time I spend time with my two daughters and my three grandsons, I love to cook travel and hike.