PREVENTION IS KEY
STAFF
Dr. Nikole Novikova
Hello, I’m Dr. Nikole Novikova, originally from Seattle, WA, but proud to serve the families of Downeast Maine. With a Doctorate in Dental Medicine and a Master’s in Public Health, My goal is to deliver up to date care with kindness and compassion to the best of my abilities. I enjoy the colder crisp New England days and cherish time spent with my family. Thank you for trusting me with your dental health!
KAYLA
RDH, IPDH
I grew up in Washington County. I graduated from Narraguagus High School in 2010. My love for dental knowledge started in 2012 when I started worked as a dental assistant. In 2015 I received my degree from the University of Maine Augusta- Bangor Campus in the Science of Dental Hygiene. ​I am passionate about making people healthier. The conversations I share with patients are invaluable, and I take pride in educating them to improve their gum health and reduce future decay. I am also dedicated to the progress we've made in providing access to care for Milbridge and the surrounding communities. It's rewarding to be part of this journey toward better health for everyone.​I enjoy spending quality time with my family and embrace a healthy active lifestyle. In my downtime, I love catching up on my favorite shows and diving into captivating murder mysteries.
DANIELLE
RDH, IPDH
I grew up in Wilton and after many years of living in Colorado, returned to Maine in 2021. I received a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Colorado Mesa University and later earned my Associates of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene from Colorado Northwestern Community College. In the summer of 2022, I acquired my Independent Practice Dental Hygiene credential from the State of Maine.I have always been passionate about serving my community and connecting with people, so when the opportunity to work at Prevention Is Key arose, I felt that it was the chance of a lifetime. As Maine is one of a few states that has approved independent practice by a dental hygienist, we have a unique ability to provide dental hygiene services in a predominantly rural state, where access to many forms of healthcare is often a challenge. I feel fortunate to be part of the Prevention Is Key team as our office and services continue to expand. In addition to the benefits of being close to family, living in Maine again has reminded me of the unique landscapes and natural beauty here and how much I have missed the seasons. In my free time, I enjoy gardening, foraging, cooking, hiking, reading or watching a good crime story, and working for our cats.
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DANIKA OFFICE COORDINATOR
My name is Danika (Da- knee- ka). I am one of the first faces you will see when you step into the office! I grew up in Downeast Maine and attended Washington Academy graduating in 2015. I continued my education at Thomas College in Waterville earning a Bachelor of Science in Business Management. Outside of the office, I like to read, relax, spend time with my family, and my golden retriever, Sampson. I joined the Prevention Is Key team in 2021. I wear many hats in the office such as scheduling, referrals, insurance, dental assisting, and many other behind the scenes tasks. One of my favorite things about my job at Prevention Is Key is visiting the local schools twice a year providing routine dental care. It is very rewarding to help advocate for patients to get access to care, in a county with very limited resources.
CHELSEA
DENTAL ASSISTANT
Hi, I am Chelsea. I graduated from Ellsworth High school in 2013 but, grew up in Milbridge. I graduated from Beal College in 2016 with an associates degree in Medical Assisting and then again in 2020 with an associates degree in Nursing. I went on to work at Downeast Community hospital in Machias as a surgical nurse and I still work there per diem. I never saw myself working at a dentist office but, I still get to practice my hands on skills and have interactions with the patients, which I love. Outside of work I enjoy running and spending time with my kiddos!
KYLEE
DENTAL RECEPTIONIST
My name is Kylee; I am one of the many pretty faces you see when you walk in. I grew up right here, in Downeast Maine. I did, however, move to San Diego for a year due to my husband being station there for U.S. Marine Corps. We have two fur babies, Jasper, who is an Australian Shepherd and Ellie, who is a tuxedo kitty. In my free time, outside of work I enjoy running and hitting the gym three days a week. I also enjoy reading good books or a true crime podcast to unwind. Taking Jasper to the lake or on a hike are also a favorite past time. I am also a big sports fan and love talking sports even if I am not caught up on the latest teams that are playing in their current season.
SARA
DENTAL ASSISTANT
I’m originally from Harrington, Maine and graduated from Narraguagus Jr./Sr. High School in 2022. I’ve continued my education through Southern Maine Community College and am now studying at the University of Maine at Augusta to earn my Expanded Functions Dental Assisting license. While dental assisting wasn’t something I originally saw myself doing, I quickly found a real passion for the hands on work and being part of a team that makes a positive impact on patients oral health and overall experience. Outside of work, I love spending time with family and friends and traveling whenever I can.
Join our team!
We are currently looking for a dental hygienist to join our amazing staff!
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If interested, please email or call us at
preventioniskeyipdh@gmail.com or call (207)546-8097