Meet Our Team - Dynamic Dental Staff

Dr. Nikola Vranjes – Dentist

I was born and raised in Ottawa.

I discovered my passion for working with my hands while working at my father’s denture clinic during my summers. I saw my father’s commitment to improve his patients’ eating abilities and their facial appearance and the pride he had in his profession. It inspired me to choose a profession where I could help people and develop relationships.

I started my path towards Dentistry by completing my Bachelor of General Science at the University of Ottawa before completing my Doctor of Dental Surgery at the University of Alberta in 2008.

After finishing dental school, I mentored with Dr. Douglas Harris in Ottawa for two years. My parents and Dr. Harris taught me to treat people with compassion, respect and professionalism, tenets that I strongly believe in. It is from Dr. Harris that I learned “to educate your patients, not only treat their teeth.” I have been practicing in Calgary since 2010.

Dr. Tasha Chrbet – Dentist

I grew up in Calgary and after spending 3 years practicing general dentistry in Ottawa, I decided to return to this wonderful city to be closer to my family. I am excited to join the team at Dynamic Dental in Southeast Calgary and make this my new home.

I graduated with an Honours Bachelor of Science in Zoology from the University of Calgary then completed my Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree in 2014 from the University of Alberta School of Medicine and Dentistry. Keeping my knowledge up to date and relevant is very important to me, and I strive to always provide my patients with quality comprehensive care, which is why I strongly believe in continuing education. I have started training with Spear Education to further my skills and knowledge in comprehensive treatment planning and occlusion. My goal is to make you feel comfortable and at home while we take care of your dental needs. I encourage my patients to ask a lot of questions so that you can be involved in your care. I believe in presenting you with different options, so that we can make decisions together about what will best achieve your oral health goals. In my spare time, I enjoy soccer, snowboarding and curling up with a good book. I strive to be gentle, approachable and friendly. I look forward to meeting you and your family!

Dr. Meghan Lawless – Dentist

I was born and raised in Calgary. My studies took me to Nova Scotia then Down Under where I graduated in 2010 from the University of Sydney’s Faculty of Dentistry. I am happy to be home again and to join the team at Dynamic Dental. My philosophy has always been that the dental chair doesn’t have to be a scary place rather it should be inviting where my patients feel welcome and cared for. I embrace the opportunity to not only make the dental experience a positive one but to educate and empower my patients regarding their role in achieving good oral health. Outside of work, I love to spend time with my husband, Quincy and our two young children. As a family we enjoy skiing in the Rocky Mountains, camping, traveling and experiencing new cuisines!

Dr. Isela Montemayor – Dentist

Dr. Isela Montemayor joined Dynamic Dental in 2022. Dr. Montemayor was born and raised in Monterrey, Mexico. Dr. Montemayor moved to Calgary 15 years ago.

Dr.Montemayor enjoys all aspects of dentistry and encourages patients to maintain their oral health through prevention. She likes to work in a friendly and caring environment to help people fell at ease at the dental office.

Dr. Montemayor continually strives to learn new topics in dentistry and maintains her professional development with the most recent procedures and technological advances available in dentistry. Dr. Montemayor specializes in Cosmetic Dentistry and loves helping patients create their dream smiles.

I am happy to help patients either in English or Spanish. In my free time I enjoy reading, cooking, and traveling to new places.

Devon – Registered Dental Hygienist

Devon has worked in the dental field since 2008 and has been a Registered Dental Hygienist since 2013. Devon graduated from Camosun College in Victoria, BC and this is also where she grew up. As a Registered Dental Hygienist, Devon’s focus is helping her patients to achieve optimal oral health. She helps achieve this through thorough yet comfortable appointments and providing quality education to her patients. Outside of work, she loves to stay active, enjoys golf and spending time outdoors!

Kylie – Registered Dental Hygienist

Kylie is our friendly, caring and easy-going dental hygienist. She graduated from the Ontario Dental Educational Institute in 2013 and is very passionate about her career choice. She has dreamed of becoming a dental hygienist since she was a little girl and after completing her Dental Hygiene Diploma in Hamilton, Ontario she returned home to Calgary, where she was born & raised to begin her career. Kylie is confident she can provide the best dental care that she can for each patients specific needs and is great with children as she is very gentle, patient and kind. She is up to date with all the current material and will help guide her patients in the right oral hygiene direction. In Kylie’s spare time she loves to spend time with her friends and family. She also enjoys travelling, especially to Portugal where most of her family lives.

Mandy – Registered Dental Hygienist

Born and raised in North Bay, Ontario, Mandy brings 21 years of dental experience to the Dynamic Dental team. Mandy first began in the dental field by completing her Dental Assisting diploma in 1998 at Canadore College. She then attended Cambrian College in Sudbury, Ontario where she received her Dental Hygiene Diploma in 2001. Upon graduation, she practiced in Toronto until her desire to move out west became too strong! In 2002, she moved to Calgary and has been practicing as a Dental Hygienist ever since. Mandy takes great pride in working with her patients to help them achieve their optimal oral health. Her calm demeanor and friendly chair side manner creates a gentle experience for her patients. Outside of the office, Mandy loves spending time with her husband and their two daughters. Camping, biking and skiing are some of their favorite family activities. Mandy makes it a priority to keep active and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Jade – Registered Dental Hygienist

After spending countless hours in a dental chair, Jade knew from the age of 10 that she wanted to work in the dental industry. After completing her Bachelor’s degree in Biological Science at the University of Calgary, Jade moved to Vancouver Island to attend hygiene school. She received awards for highest overall achievement in both theory and clinical practice when she graduated in 2020. Jade strives to build a genuine and trusting relationship with each of her patients by providing a warm, comfortable environment that makes her patients feel at home. Building these relationships allows her to fully understand the needs of each patient so that she can provide exceptional dental care and together they can achieve optimal oral health. Outside of work, she enjoys running, golfing, and spending time with her nieces and nephew. Auntie is her favorite title!

Kris – Registered Dental Assistant

Kris is a Registered Dental Assistant who graduated in 2024 with honours from CDI. She was born and raised in the Philippines and moved to Canada in 2014. Kris loves to volunteer her time in her church where she is happily assigned to look after children with special needs. She enjoys cooking and watching reruns of FRIENDS with her husband. During her time off she spends it playing with her two boys, travelling and hiking. Kris can always been found with a beautiful smile on her face and welcoming presence with anyone she encounters. Kris loves most that in the dental field she is able to help patients feel comfortable in the dental chair and comfort them in a way to help relieve anxiety to have the best possible experience.

Tiffany – Registered Dental Assistant

Tiffany is a born and raised Calgarian, who graduated from the Registered Dental Assisting Program at SAIT in 2013. She joined the Dynamic Dental team in 2017 and works alongside Dr. Vranjes in providing exceptional patient care. She loves working with patients who have a fear of the dentist, and creating a relationship which allows them to achieve the smile they have always wanted! Outside of work you can find Tiffany spending time with her busy toddler, camping with her family in the summer or on the ice playing hockey in the winter. Tiffany looks forward to welcoming you to our office!

Janelle – Registered Dental Assistant/The Snore Centre Sleep Coordinator

How did you sleep? Is your snoring keeping your partner awake at night? Don’t have the energy to get through your day? Have you been diagnosed with with sleep apnea and wonder if an oral appliance is a treatment option for you? Our friendly sleep coordinator, Janelle is here to help. Janelle has been a Registered Dental Assistant since 1995 and has been our dedicated sleep coordinator since 2017. Getting to know our patients and helping them improve their quality of life and overall health is what drives Janelle. In her spare time, Janelle is busy cheering on her children, Mason and Olivia.

Karolina – Registered Dental Assistant

If you are snoring or have been diagnosed with Sleep Apnea, Karolina is usually the first person you meet at our office. She has extensive knowledge and expertise in treating Sleep Apnea and snoring. Karolina graduated from NAIT and has been a dental assistant since 2001. In that time she has learned about all aspects of dentistry, but has a special passion for helping people who suffer from sleep apnea and snoring. Developing relationships and getting to know patients are two of the reasons she loves coming to work. In her spare time, Karolina enjoys spending time with her husband and two sons. She speaks fluent English and Polish.

Ashlyn- Dental Assistant

Ashlyn is our Dental Assistant & Administrator who joined the office as our practicum student early 2024 graduating from KDM. She is a born and raised Calgarian. In her free time Ashlyn can be found in her spare time walking her dog, spending time with family & friends and hiking in the mountains. Ashlyn chose the dental profession because she had experienced dental anxiety as a child and wanted to help provide a calming, enjoyable experience for all patients when entering the dental office.

Carlie- Registered Dental Hygienist

Kahla- Registered Dental Hygienist

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