Dr. Triggs is a proud member of several dental associations, including the American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, International Association for Orthodontics, and the International Association of Dental Traumatology. He has also volunteered for Donated Dental Services since 2003 and is director of the Assist To Succeed Anchorage dental assisting school.
After earning his dental education, Dr. Triggs was looking for a place to raise his family. He had worked inOregon for a time and was working in Park City, UT, when a fantastic opportunity presenteditself to start a practice in Anchorage. He purchased Alaska Dental Associates in 2002 and feels it was an amazing time to come to the last frontier topractice dentistry in the most beautiful place on earth. His family loves the area and its unique lifestyle.
Patients often describe Dr. Triggs as gentle. He loves seeing people leave his office feeling happy as he does everything he can to ensure that they have a pleasantexperience by feeling as relaxed and comfortable as possible. Dr. Triggs also enjoys agood laugh, and it is not uncommon to find funny pictures on his desk or cell phone. He tries to keep the atmosphere in his office fun and enjoyable at all the times.
Dr. Triggs met his wife, Annie, when he attended Brigham Young University. Her apartment building was behind the fence of his, so they started their relationship dating over the fence. His favorite food is chocolate and his favorite sport is baseball. Dr. Triggs sees baseball as a gentlemens sport that is best viewed in person, which he has done several times by attending many Pilots games over the years
At [practice_name], our dentist works with our friendly team to provide quality dental care in [city], [state]. We strive to be better today than we were yesterday by educating patients about oral hygiene and helping them feel cared for. Come meet the team who works to make your familys smiles shine.
TriciaOffice Manager & Treatment Coordinator Tricia was born and raised in Anchorage, AK. She began as Dr. [doctor_name]s dental assistant in 2008, andbecause of her exceptional organization skills and love for business, advanced to the front office andbecame Dr. [doctor_name]s office manager in 2010. She enjoys working with patients in helping them maintain andachieve a great smile. Tricia strives to keep the office running smoothly in order to provide patients with anoptimal dental experience. Those who visit our practice always remember Tricia and frequently compliment her on her work. We believe that she is the soul of our office. Tricia also works outside of the office as the current administrative coordinator and as an instructor at thelocal Assist To Succeed dental assisting school. In April of 2014, Tricia became a new mom to a happy and healthy littleboy. She loves spending time with her new family, going on walks, watching movies, and baking.
JoleneHygiene Patient Coordinator Jolene has been working in the dental field since 2006. She started as a dental assistant and has nowtransitioned to the front office. She moved to Anchorage in 2001 from Oregon and has since gotten marriedand has two young children. Jolene loves spending time outdoors with her family by riding and walking on the bike trailsof Anchorage.
PaulaRegistered Dental Hygienist Paula has been a dental hygienist for over 33 years. She graduated from the Colorado College of Medical andDental Assisting in 1975 and then earned her B.A. degree in dental hygiene from Idaho State Universityin 1982. Patients who visit [practice_name] often request her for her excellent care. Paula has also served as an examiner of the Western Regional Examining Board for over 12 years. Shewas born and raised in Montana and moved to Alaska in 1985. She is married and has two grownchildren. In her spare time she loves to garden, do crafts, and enjoy the outdoors.
OliviaDental Assistant Olivia was born and raised in Anchorage, Alaska. She graduated from the Assist To Succeed dental assisting school in2014 and is currently studying biology and medical lab technology at the University of Alaska Anchorage. She enjoys art, traveling, andhiking. Olivia is also a local artist who concentrates in acrylic painting.
JenniferDental Assistant Jenn is a mother of two and has lived in Alaska her whole life. She has been in the dental field since 2013 and aspires to go back to school to become a registered dental hygienist once her children are in school. Jenn loves the outdoors in the summer and especially enjoys camping. She is also a big hockey fan.