We live in Iona but I married a cute boy from Rigby, so I have some pretty close ties to this great community. I have been in the dental field for 30 years, first as an assistant and now as an office manager. I love helping people achieve great smiles. I have been with West Wind Dental since Dr. Ellis opened it in 2001. Troy and I have 4 beautiful girls and 10 of the cutest grandkids ever. I love to hang out with my family, garden and read when I’m not at work.

 I was born and raised in the Rigby area. My position with West Wind Dental is to help our patients achieve the smile they desire. I’m there for our patients to address any questions or concerns regarding their implants. Helping patients navigate the financial assistance available is something I am confident in. Our patients can feel assured when completing their mini dental implants that there will be no financial stress to their budgets. When I’m not at the clinic, I'm always on the go with our family farm life activities. 

Hi, I’m Tauna!

I’m one of the Dental Hygienists here at West Wind Dental. Being born and raised in Idaho Falls, I’m committed to taking care of our local community. I’m a mother of four beautiful, energetic little girls. They definitely keep me on my toes, but I wouldn’t have it any other way.

I knew from a very early age that I had a passion for dentistry. I began my education journey at ISU in Pocatello, and finished at the Utah College of Dental Hygiene (UCDH) in Orem, Utah with a Bachelor’s Degree in Dental Hygiene. I have been a Dental Hygienist for over 10 years. I joined the team here at West Wind Dental in 2019.

My life revolves around my family. I’ve been married to my handsome stud of a man Jeff since 2013. We have an adorable tiny 4 lb. toy poodle named Winston. When I’m not taking care of teeth you can find me playing outdoors with my children, gathered around the kitchen table playing a board game with my family, or curled up in a blanket watching a good movie.

I was raised in Rigby and graduated from Rigby High School. I then attended the Assist to Succeed Program, in Idaho Falls, where I earned my Dental Assisting Certificate. My husband, Carlos, and I married, in 2012. We have a sweet little girl together, who is our whole world. I started at West Wind Dental in 2013 and have been working with Dr. Ellis for ten years now. I have loved being in the heart of my hometown and serving my community. Being bilingual, I speak both Spanish and English which helps me connect to many different patients. You’ll know me by my smile and happy attitude.

Nicole grew up in the Idaho falls area and went to Bonneville High School where she played softball and ran cross country. She has been a hygienist since 2016. She married her husband in 2017 and they have two kids. Outside of work she loves to spend time with family and likes to be out doors in the summer.

The Dental career has always been a huge part of my life. Being the daughter of a Dental Student, then Dentist, my time spent with dad was maybe a little different than most kids. Countless hours were spent “helping” him study; AKA honing my coloring skills while he read about Dental Anatomy and ran through flash cards. I also quickly became a class favorite, as I sat in the back row during lectures, playing with my Barbies. Then once he had graduated with his degree and our family moved back to our hometown of Rigby, being at the office became an afterschool staple.

I have been helping in the front office of West Wind Dental and Dental Assisting since I can remember. I graduated from Rigby High School in 2011, and then continued on to college. I spent some time at both ISU and BYUI before deciding to pursue Dental Hygiene. I entered into the Carrington College Dental Hygiene program, in Boise, shortly after. During my time there, I married my high school sweetheart. I graduated in 2014 and we moved back to Rigby, where I came back to work under my dad as his Dental Hygienist.

Being back in Rigby has been amazing, my husband and I have two beautiful children.

Hi, I’m Angel. I grew up in the Rigby/Ririe area most of my life. I graduated at Ririe Highschool. I eventually moved up to Rexburg for school. I met the love of my life in Rexburg, while working at his uncle’s restaurant. We married and bought a house in Rigby Idaho. Eventually I finished up school at ISU and got accepted into the hygiene program. As of right now I’m taking a break from school and working as an assistant.

My husband and I don’t have any kiddos yet, but we have a husky and four cats. So our life at home is pretty fun. We love to travel and explore new places. I also love to read on my down time.