Brandi Gilleland
Registered Dental Hygienist
Brandi was born and raised in Sanford, graduated from Utah College of Dental Hygiene and moved back to the area in June 2009, with husband Tyson. While in college, Brandi met an “amazing hygienist” during her freshman year and was inspired to follow in those footsteps. She “enjoys meeting new people and helping them maintain healthy teeth.” Outside of work, Brandi spends most of her time with her five children: Emeri, Brayton, Lydia, Gavin and Trevin! Brandi enjoys every moment spent with family from bedtime stories to many traveling adventures!
Alesha Brady
Registered Dental Hygienist
Alesha was born and raised in Franklin, Idaho. After graduating from the Utah College of Dental Hygiene in 2009 she moved to Alamosa. For as long as she can remember she has loved going to the dentist. Once in college she decided that dental hygiene was her passion. She loves everything about her career and enjoys helping others succeed in their oral health. She married a valley boy in 2010 and they have 5 children. Besides chasing her kids around, she enjoys camping, boating with her family, being in the mountains, traveling, helping on the family farm and yard work.
McKenzie Sowards
Registered Dental Hygienist
Born and raised in Sanford, Colorado, McKenzie graduated from Laramie County Community College with a degree in Dental Hygiene in 2021. She always wanted a career that made people feel more confident about themselves and was able to make an impact in their lives. After assisting for a short time and realizing just how much the dental field does that—she knew dental hygiene was the perfect fit. Now living in Manassa, Colorado with her husband Dylan and two little girls, Aria and Kaia, McKenzie spends her free time exploring the mountains, soaking up the sun at the beach, traveling, and just enjoying time with her family.
Soraya Lukondi
Registered Dental Hygienist
Soraya grew up in Alamosa, Colorado. After completing her dental hygiene degree at Colorado Northwestern Community College in 2023, she spent some time living and working in the Denver area. She is thrilled to have returned home to the San Luis Valley, closer to her family. She is passionate about promoting oral health while providing gentle, thorough care to her patients. Outside the office, Soraya enjoys life with her husband, Dylan, and their baby boy, Makoa. Family is central to her, and she brings that same caring, supportive approach to every patient she meets.