Our Team
From left to right: Rick, Heidi, Dr. Knapp, Dianne, Carol, Linda, Christine and Cathy.
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Rory A. Knapp, DDS
Dr. Knapp graduated from Moses Lake High School in 1982. He spent one year at Big Bend Community College before transferring to the University of Washington, graduating from their dental program in 1990. After graduation, Dr. Knapp returned to his home town to begin his dental career, providing generations of smiles to the Moses Lake community.
Away from the office, Dr. Knapp enjoys hunting, fishing, golfing, and playing on the lake with his wife, Julie, and two sons, Tyler and Nolan.
“I chose my career while in high school and have loved every minute of the journey. I work with an exceptional team and I truly enjoy our patients.”
Rick – Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)
After graduating from the Yakima Valley Community College Dental Hygiene program, Rick passed the Washington State Dental Hygiene Examination and became licensed in 1991. Upon licensing, he was hired by Dr. Knapp and plans to spend his entire career with the team.
“Dr. Knapp lives our core values of commitment, integrity and success in his professional and personal life and that is why I am the only Dental Hygienist from my graduating class who still works for his original employer. I look forward to spending my entire career as part of his team.”
Carol – Financial Insurance Administrator
"I enjoy the dental field because it allows me to change people's lives through their smiles.”
Heidi – Scheduling Coordinator
Heidi attended Western Oregon State College and Portland State University. She has over 17 years in the industry and has been working in Dr. Knapp’s office since 2000. She is a familiar face to all of the patients.
“Working with Dr. Knapp allows me the opportunity to change patient lives, in an atmosphere of teamwork. It is a real privilege.”
Dianne – Dental Assistant
Dianne received her training from the Dental Assisting School of America in Seattle, Washington. She began working with Dr. Knapp’s team in 1992, after taking time off to raise her five children
"When I was a young girl, I went to my Aunt’s graduation from a dental assisting school. I was very impressed and knew that I wanted to be a dental assistant when I grew up. I have now been in the industry for over 20 years and have loved it all.”
Cathy – Dental Assistant
Cathy completed the Dental Assisting Program while serving in the U.S. Navy. She has more than 28 years of experience in the industry—8 of which have been with Dr. Knapp’s team.
“Dentistry has exceeded all my career expectations.”
Christine – Dental Assistant & Imaging Technician
Christine has been a member of Dr. Knapp’s team since 2006. She attended Yakima Community College’s Dental Assisting Program and has 16 years of experience in the industry.
“I believe that sharing a smile brings sunshine to every day and Im very excited to a part of the dental team!”
Linda – New Patient Coordinator / Children’s Hygiene & Education
Linda joined Dr. Knapp’s team in 1990. Along with her duties in the office, Linda also acts as a liaison to local schools, teaching dental education classes. With 24 years of continuing education courses in the field, Linda prides herself in staying on top of the industry’s latest technologies and methods.