Our Staff
Dr. Mike Sutton
Dr. Mike Sutton, DDS General Dentist
Graduated from Idaho State University Pocatello, Idaho (May, 1996)
Graduated from Creighton University School of Dentistry Omaha, Nebraska (May, 2000)
Completed 1 Year of Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska
Served as a General Dentist in the United States Air Force for 4 years
Don’t let the lack of hair fool you! Dr. Mike is really a kid at heart, and he will do a backflip wherever and whenever the need arises. Dr. Mike plays the Cello and has recently discovered Spartan Races. He also loves skiing in the winter, playing basketball, and golfing.
Dr. McKaid Sheppard
Dr. McKaid sheppard, dds
Dr. McKaid Sheppard was born and raised in Pocatello, Idaho. He graduated from Pocatello High school and Idaho State University. Dr. Sheppard attended dental school at Creighton University School of dentistry where he graduated in the top of his class. He was awarded the Hanau Excellence in Prosthodontics Award and was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Society. Dr. Sheppard continued his training in one of the top Advanced Education in General Dentistry residencies in the nation at the VA in San Antonio, TX. There, Dr. Sheppard gained valuable skills in implants, prosthodontics, full mouth rehabilitations and more.
McKaid loves the Pocatello area and is grateful to be able to serve the community he loves. In his time off he enjoys spending time with his family. McKaid enjoys mountain biking, skiing, hiking and all Idaho has to offer.
Eileen Thonssen - Hygienist
Eileen is a native Idahoan, who was born and raised in Idaho Falls and was the 6th of 7 children. She was known as the Quake baby since she was born the night of the Hebgen Lake earthquake in 1959. She graduated from ISU in 1981 with a Bachelors in Business Administration and in 1996 with a Bachelors in Dental Hygiene. She is married and has one daughter living locally and one married daughter and two grandchildren living in Missoula. Every year they spend a weekend at Harriman State Park for a cross country ski weekend. Eileen likes to spend time with family and friends when not at work. Oftentimes she has to travel to see her siblings since they no longer live in Idaho. In 2015, she and her eldest sister traveled to Italy together.
Eileen likes to travel, cross country ski, hike, paddle board and compete in Race walks. Even though she likes to stay active, she is also very comfortable relaxing with a good book, binge watching Netflix or meeting a friend just to "catch up" .
Even though she was 36 when she began her Dental Hygiene career, she has never regretted going back to school to earn her second degree. She enjoys helping patients improve their oral hygiene and she loves the bonds that she has established with her patients and co-workers.
Lisa Higbee - Hygienist
What do you love about your job? Truly enjoy seeing positive changes inpatients. When a patient’s self esteem improves because of their smile improvements, it brings me so much joy! Their smile makes a difference,
Tell us about yourself. (Where did you grow up? What is your family like?) I am a Wisconsin native and moved to Boise as a team attended Boise State University and Idaho State University. Graduated with Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene in 1985. Married 30 years to husband Chad. Two grown children, Shelby and Taylor. Avid Green Bay Packer Forever!
Do you have any skills or talents that most people don’t know about? I play the flute. I love organizing things. I sing while I clean people’s teeth!
Name three words that you describe you. Witty, funny, loyal, smart, and honest.
What are you happiest doing, when you’re not working? Spending time with my kids and grand daughter, camping, traveling, golfing, and home improvement projects.
What would be your personal motto? Live every day without regrets!
Sarah Perryman - Office Manager
Maranda Whiting - Dental Assistant
Tell us about yourself. Wife and mom to 4 kids - 2 boys / 2 girls
Do you have a nickname? Yes, Hanna
What is your biggest fear? Dying young
What are your hobbies? Skiing and playing outside
What is one of your favorite books? Anything non-fiction
What is one of your favorite movies? Matilda
What is one of your pet peeves? Dirty house
What is your favorite animal or pet? Dogs
Where would you vacation on an all-expense paid trip? Anywhere tropical
Michelle
Marie Kuyper
Tell us about your family. Husband and 3 boys
What are your hobbies? Hiking and reading
Why do you like working in the dental field? The people
What is one of your favorite books? Sarah’s Key
What is one of your favorite movies? A League of Their Own
What is one of your pet peeves? Slow drivers in the passing lane
Where would you vacation on all-expense paid trip? Anywhere in Europe or Hawaii
Dana
Hannah Hall
Tell us about your family. 6 total: 3 brothers - I’m the middle child + 2 dogs / 2 cats
Do you have a nickname? Hanni or Hannah banana
Why do you like working in the dental field? Love socializing with people and keeping their smiles beautiful
Who is your hero? My Mom
What is your biggest fear? Disappointment
What are your hobbies? Fishing, camping, hunting, soccer, reading, skiing and dirt biking
What is your favorite movie? I Am Legend
What are 2 of your biggest pet peeves? Not using the turn signal and talking behind someone’s back instead of talking about it
Where would you vacation on an all expense paid trip? Japan (again)
