Meet Our Team

Carl Hillendahl, DDS

With over 30 years of experience in the Placerville area, Dr. Hillendahl is a compassionate dentist who offers comprehensive, high quality gentle dental care in his state-of-the-art practice.

Dr. Hillendahl completed his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at UCLA in 1979. He is a member of the Sacramento District Dental Society, Academy of General Dentistry, California Dental Association and American Dental Association. He is currently the Editor-in-Chief of the Sacramento District Dental Society Nugget (Monthly Journal).

Dr. Hillendahl and his staff are proud of the warm patient-friendly environment they have created and of the lifelong relationships they have built with multi-generational families in the area. Dr. Hillendahl welcomes patients of all ages and looks forward to meeting you and offering you the professional, caring and pain free oral health care that you deserve.

When not in the office, Dr. Hillendahl enjoys fly fishing, bicycling, skiing and hiking.

Teresa, RDA, EF II

I started in the dental field in 1983 as a dental assistant. Through the years I received my credentials to become a registered dental assistant with expanded functions II. Also, I received an orthodontic assistant permit. My passion for caring for and helping our patients create beautiful smiles makes my career very rewarding. In 1993 I had the opportunity to join Dr. Hillendahl’s team and I am so thankful to be part of this amazing office. My commitment to dentistry continues out of the office, as I am on the SDDS educational/ethics committee, a member of the CDA, the ADAA and a clinical instructor for the RDAEFII dental assisting program. On my off time, I enjoy hiking, biking, skiing, jogging and photography.

Michele, RDA

I joined Dr. Hillendahl’s team in 1994. I have 25 years of dental experience as a RDA. I love helping others, meeting new patients and building rapport with them. Working with Dr. Hillendahl and his staff is a great pleasure. In my spare time, I love to spend time with family and friends and of course, playing golf!

Kristine, DA

Fresh out of school I had the wonderful opportunity to join Dr. Hillendahl’s amazing dental team in 2013. Being a member of the team has inspired me to become the best assistant I can be. It’s so rewarding to be with a group of people who are ethical, caring and putting the patients first. Outside of the office, I enjoy going to the ocean, paddle boarding and hiking.

 

Sue, RDH

I have been a dental hygienist with Dr. Hillendahl’s team for 20 plus years. This has been a joy for me to have a career serving people, growing wonderful relationships and being part of an always changing journey towards our patient’s dental health. On my off time I find myself with my husband, children and grandchildren, enjoying skiing, camping or involved with church activities.

Renee, RDH

I feel very fortunate to still love what I do after 25 plus years as a Dental Hygienist. As a mom of two boys, hygiene has been a great career for me. Dentistry gives me the opportunity to serve people and establish wonderful relationships by being part of the patient journey towards their dental health. I graduated from Loma Linda University in 1989 and came on board with Dr. Hillendahl in 2001. I feel blessed to be a part of this amazing practice. When not working, I enjoy hiking, road biking, scuba diving and outdoor adventures with my boys and my dog Shilo.

Teresa, RDH

As a wife and mother of three children, balancing a career and family is made easy working with Dr. Hillendahl and his amazing dental team. Since graduating from Sonoma State University with a degree in Biology, I completed my Dental Hygiene degree. I have been impressed to work with Dr. Hillendahl because of his highest regard for providing quality dental care. I joined Dr. Hillendahl’s team in 2010 and I feel proud to be a part of this professional Practice. Hope to see you soon!

Ginger, Dr. Patient Coordinator

I have been in the dental field since 1979. I am a registered dental assistant with expanded functions. Most of my years have been spent working in the clinical part of dentistry. I currently work with the administrative team as doctor’s patient coordinator. I enjoy working with people and a professional caring dental team.

Christina, Hygiene Coordinator

When I was younger, I knew I wanted to work in dentistry. I am extremely grateful to be a part of Dr. Hillendahl’s team. I enjoy my job and all the patients I get to interact with every day. Outside of the office, I enjoy hiking with my husband and daughter.

Cindi, Practice Coordinator

I have been in the dental field for 40 plus years and it has been a great career for me. Most of my years in the dental field have been as a registered dental assistant with expanded functions. I have also been an instructor for the Dental Assisting Program. Originally from Florida, my family moved to Michigan and then to California and I have been here since 1998. I am truly blessed to work with such a professional dental team who genuinely care about the patient’s dental experience. When not at the office, I enjoy spending time with my husband and our 2 fur babies!