Our exceptional, friendly staff is our greatest asset. Our dental assistants and hygienists are licensed professionals who pride themselves on staying on the cutting edge of dentistry and patient communication. They are 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.

Our dedicated and motivated staff has one primary goal—your utmost comfort! We feel it’s important that you understand the treatment that you’ll be receiving so that you can relax during the procedure. Our staff is eager to answer any questions regarding your dental care. Please feel free to share with us your needs and concerns.

We love what we do, and it shows on our faces—it seems we’re always smiling around here. You’ll find our staff is friendly and up-beat--and we’ll do our best to make your visit comfortable, and even fun! And all the while we’ll be providing you with the highest quality dental care. Don’t be surprised if it’s the best time you’ve had in a dental office.

Clinical Staff

 

Associate Dentist 

Ken Kokkinen DDS

Dr Kokkinen is originally from northern Minnesota and has lived in the Twin Cities since graduating from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry in 1986. During his career, he completed an Advanced General Dentistry Residency, taught at the School of Dentistry, and has been in private practice. He is married with three children and enjoys hunting, fishing, and going to the cabin.

 

Clinical Manager/Lead Dental Hygienist

Cherie RDH

Cherie is originally from Bloomington and graduated with a degree in Dental Hygiene from Normandale College in 1985.  She has been with River Bluff Dental since it opened in 1997. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, watching her kids play Soccer and Baseball, and golfing.

 

Dental Hygienists

Tricia RDH

Tricia is from Le Center, Minnesota. She earned her BA degree in Dental Hygiene from Minnesota State University, Mankato in 2007. In her spare time she enjoys going shopping and spending time with friends and family.

Kristin RDH

Kristin was born in Baraboo, Wisconsin. She attended the University of Minnesota and has been practicing Dental Hygiene for over 26 years. She has twin boys and a daughter. She likes to spend her free time enjoying photography, hockey, skiing and travel.

Sheri RDH

Sheri has recently joined our staff. She is from North Dakota and recently moved here with her husband and 2 small children.

 

Dental Assistants

Janel CDA/RDA

Janel grew up in Albany, Minnesota. She has been a Dental Assistant for over 20 years. In addition to her work at River Bluff Dental, she also trains Dental Personnel in the use of the CAD CAM computerized restoration system. She loves the outdoors and spends her free time hunting and fishing with her husband.

Nikki CDA/RDA

Nikki has been working in the dental field for over 15 years and with CAD CAM computerized restorations for over 10 years. Originally from South Dakota, she now lives in Bloomington with her husband and two daughters.

Amy RDA

Amy is originally from the St Cloud area. She has been a Dental Assistant for over 6 years. She likes to spend time with her daughter.

 

Front Office Staff

 

Office Manager

Jodi

Jodi is originally from North Dakota and graduated with a degree in Dental Hygiene. She has been in dentistry over 20 years, she has made the transition to Office Manager. She enjoys biking and walking her dog with her husband.

 

Insurance Specialist

Gera

Gera has lived in the Twin Cities since 1992. She began working for River Bluff Dental in 1998. She enjoys reading, biking, hiking, and camping.

 Patient Coordinator

Dan

Dan is from North Oaks, Minnesota and earned his BA degree in Chemistry from Gustavus Adolphus College. He likes to spend his free time with his family and friends playing Pool and working out.