Gentle Family Dentistry
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Meet Our Staff



All of our outstanding hygienists share Dr. Bloom's commitment to continuing education and providing the finest possible dental care.



Kayla Kayla is a skilled Dental Hygienist with over 18 years of experience in the dental field. She began her journey as a dental assistant in 2007, where she worked for eight years before effortlessly transitioning into dental hygiene for the past nine years. Kayla is a proud wife and mother who loves spending time with her family, watching her children grow, and raising them in beautiful North Idaho, just like she was raised. In addition to her passion for dentistry, she is also an author, an avid animal lover, and has a particular fascination for whales. Kayla is known for her comprehensive knowledge of dentistry and takes pride in her ability to create a welcoming environment, often bringing laughter and comfort to her patients' visits.

Abbey graduated from our local Dental Hygiene program at North Idaho College. She is eager to uphold high standards of care and implement the dental hygiene code of ethics. Abbey enjoys forming connections with each patient and helping them achieve excellent oral health. She also enjoys spending quality time with friends and family, riding her dirt bike, and taking care of her two dogs, Daisy & Millie.

Our support team consists of two groups, chair side dental assistants and front office coordinators. Each of these women has many years experience in dentistry and they are dedicated to helping Dr. Bloom meet her patient's needs and concerns.



Nicole, is a dedicated dental assistant with over 7 years of experience in the field. Driven by a deep passion for caring for others, Nicole has built a reputation for her compassionate approach and commitment to patient comfort and well-being. Known for her attention to detail and professional expertise, she takes pride in supporting her team and providing high-quality care. Outside of work Nicole enjoys spending time with family and loves being outdoors. Whether she’s hiking, golfing, or exploring new places, she embraces every opportunity to create memorable experiences.

Mandy, was born and raised in North Idaho and has been a dental assistant for 24 years. We love having Mandy’s knowledge and positive attitude in the office. She looks forward to helping patients feel comfortable and have a pleasant dental experience. Mandy loves being outside fly fishing, hiking and hanging out with her nephews and nieces.

Charlene has over fifteen years dental assisting experience, and now is a a valued member of our front-office team. Charlene’s vast clinical knowledge is beneficial to the entire team. In addition to being a wife and mother, Charlene enjoys gardening, family, cooking and spending time with her dogs outdoors.

Cassie is an integral part of our front office team with over 10 years of dental office experience. Cassie loves using her vast knowledge to help meet our patients’ needs. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and children, exploring the outdoors with their dogs, watching hockey, and reading.

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