Your dental treatment isnt the only thing you experience during your dental visit. From your interaction with our staff to the atmosphere as you wait, Cedar West Family Dentistry is about more than just treating your smile; its also about making sure you are comfortable and confident in our doctor and staff, and in the care we offer you. Our front office is stocked with various magazines, a strong WiFi connection, and blankets and pillows to help you remain relaxed while you wait for the doctor to see you.
Dr. James Keller graduated from the University of Wisconsin Madison in 1995, with a degree in microbiology. He then received his Doctor of Dental Science degree in 1999 from the University of Minnesota, and immediately began practicing. He is currently a member of;
Dr. Keller is known for his unwavering honesty, easy-going nature, and the high level of respect he shows to everyone. By garnering close relationships with his patients, Dr. Keller has grown highly-adept at listening to their concerns to help plan a course of treatment that effectively and conservatively meets their unique needs.
Sara has a Bachelor of Science degree in Winona State University, and a degree in Dental Hygiene from Argosy University. She has been a dental hygienist with Cedar West Family Dentistry since 2003, and enjoys learning about patients and their families, and watching them grow. She was addicted to the hokey pokey but she turned herself around.
Tanya is a graduate of Argosy University with an Associates Degree in Dental Hygiene, and has been a dental hygienist with Cedar West Family Dentistry since 1983. She is not only thorough when teaching patients about good hygiene, she also enjoys developing relationships with patients learning what makes them unique.
EMILY Emily joined our team as a dental assistant in 2020 after graduating with a degree in Dental Assisting. Shes earned certifications in CPR and first aid, and is a member of the American Dental Association. Emily has also worked with hospice for seven years, and volunteered with Hearts for Dentistry Shamblott and OHI Preschool Kids. She loves making her patients feel proud of their smiles, and promoting a supportive and positive dental experience. Emily loves making her patients smile, and building relationships with them. When not in the office, Emily enjoys writing, music, being outdoors, and spending time with her kids. Favorite quote: A warm smile is the universal language of kindness. -William Arthur Ward
Joyce is Cedar West Family Dentistrys Financial Coordinator. She joined our team in 2017. Joyce attended Normandale Community College for Dental Assisting. She enjoys getting to know Dr. Kellers patients and helping them with their insurance questions. She has a pet rabbit named Howard. Outside of the office she enjoys travelling with her husband Randy and visiting her cabin. She has made the Kessel run in less than 12 parsecs.
Patti recently joined the practice and loves working with the team at Cedar West. She looks forward to helping her patients enjoy better oral health and brighter smiles. When not in the office, she loves spending time with her family, friends, and her wonderful husband. Her hobbies include fishing, hunting pheasant with her English lab, cross country running, fishing, and bicycling in the summer. Patti is also a true cheese head from Wisconsin! She is what Willis was talking about.
Emilie is our Patient Coordinator, and she joined our team in 2021. She loves everything about her job, from our welcoming staff to the amazing patients shes met so far. In fact, the most exciting part of the day for Emilie is getting the chance to meet and get to know each patient that walks through our door. When Emilie is not in the office, she enjoys hiking, kayaking, being outdoors, and also staying inside watching movies with her husband and their two cats.
Alexis graduated from Century College Metropolitan State University in 2021, and then joined our team as a Dental Hygienist. Alexis loves the chance to educate patients and help them understand the importance of their oral health. She also volunteers with Give Kids A Smile every year! When not in the office, Alexis enjoys running and weight lifting.