Meet the Team
Irene
Lead Dental Assistant
I mastered my dental skill set with over 40 years of experience as a dental assistant. My knowledge within the dental industry initially developed in my hometown of Emporium, Pennsylvania.
I relocated to Phoenix in 1985 in which I began working for the former dentist in this office continuing with Dr. Karren in 2002.
I feel that I have provided utmost care for our patients who have stayed patients for over the past 30 years. I truly enjoy my job, our patients and my co-workers. I will continue to work at the office until I am ready to retire.
Carol
Registered Dental HygIenist
I’m a registered dental hygienist with Dr Karren. I have been a practicing hygienist for over 35 yrs and have been with Dr. Karren for at least 25 of those.
I love the dental profession and hygiene in particular for the patient interaction, dental education and the ability to make an uncomfortable situation pleasant.
At Karren Dental we take pride I making our patients comfort and dental experience a priority. Our patients feel like family to us.
I personally get the most reward helping patients with dental anxiety to experience their dental appointment in a new way with gentle encouraging care.
When I am not in the dental office I am hiking, working out, reading or helping with my 3 grandchildren.
Kim
Front Office Manager
I have been working in this office for 26 years as the Front Office Manager
I worked with the previous dentist for four years before he retired and he was also my family dentist as a child.
I have been working for Dr. Karren since he took over the practice 22 years ago. I love working with Dr. Karren and the rest of our staff and our long time patients and their families.
My passion is to help my patients understand their insurance and to navigate the process of submitting claims and pre-treatment estimates for them.
Honesty is the most important thing to me to help guide our patient’s through their dental treatment, insurance and billing procedures.
Shereen
Registered Dental Assistant
I discovered the dental world when I was in high school. My family dentist asked me what I would like to do after high school. I said I want to be a nurse. I want to care for people. He said come work for him! He hired and mentored me.
After high school I went to San Jose City College and earned an A.A. Degree in Dental Assisting and then a B.A. in Behavioral Science.
It has now been almost 40 years of being in the dental field. My passion for caring and helping people has been fulfilled with my career and I can’t imagine doing anything else.
I am proud to work for Dr. Karren, continuing to be challenged and rolling with the changes the dental filed has to offer.
In my free time I am an animal rescue advocate. I enjoy outdoor activities, reading, movies and living a healthy life style. I look forward to assisting with your dental care.
Cassie
Registered Dental Hygienist
Hello! My name is Cassie. I was born and raised in Oregon and eventually moved to the sunny beautiful state of Arizona in 2013. Collectively I have over 11 years experience in the Dental/Medical field, and it is my greatest passion.
When I am not caring for patients, I love to travel and go on road trips, swim, play beach volleyball/beach ball, roller skate, and see live music.
I look forward to helping with all of your dental needs!