Dr. David Kissell, D.M.D.

Dr. Kissell joined Dr. Martin as an associate in January 2002. Dr. Kissell received his training at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine graduating in the spring of 1998. Dr. Kissell spent the next three years as an officer in the United States Air Force stationed at the USAF Academy in Colorado Springs. Dr. Kissell enjoys spending time with his wife and son.

Karyn has been working with Dr. Martin since 1994. She assists Dr. Martin daily with clinical procedures and office maintenance. Karyn graduated from Massasoit Community College and enhances her dental knowledge by attending continuing education courses. In her spare time she enjoys walking, spending time with her six nieces and nephews, and caring for her adorable dog, Abby.

Barbara assists Dr. Martin daily with clinical procedures and regular office operations. She has worked with Dr. Martin for over ten years. She attended South Easton Vocational Post Grad programs and graduated in 1971. Barbara maintains her mandatory credits each year to retain her certification. Barbara has three grown children and one granddaughter. She enjoys traveling, cooking, good wines, music and going to the beach with her husband.

Kerri has been working as a Dental Assistant in our office since January 2001. Kerri assists Dr. Kissell daily with clinical procedures, infection control procedures, and office maintenance. She also supports front office staff with regular office operations. In her spare time she enjoys reading, walking, and spending time with her husband and son.

Judy is the newest Dental Assistant in our office. After graduating from Health Care Training and Staffing Services, she joined us in January 2005. Judy assists Dr. Kissell daily with clinical procedures and regular office operations. When not at work she enjoys spending time with her husband and son.

Angela has been working for Dr. Martin for the last 4 ½ years beginning as the front desk receptionist and then working her way up to office manager.  She attended Katharine Gibbs School for Executive Administrative Assistants.  In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her family.

Patty is not only the Financial Coordinator, but she also fills in as a dental assistant for both Dr. Martin and Dr. Kissell when needed. She is Dr. Martin’s longest employee having started with Dr. Martin when he opened his office in 1990. She has been in the dental profession for 30 years. Patty has lived in Mansfield since 1987 with her husband Tom and their four children. She keeps busy attending her children’s sporting events.

Amanda has been a member of Dr. Martin’s staff for over two years now.  She attended Stonehill College and graduated from the Forsyth program at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy.  She further advances her knowledge of dental hygiene through continuing education classes with the Yankee Dental Congress & RDH Study Group at Norwood Hospital.  She especially enjoys helping her patients achieve optimal health through patient education and the challenge of making routine visits as enjoyable as possible for both children and adults.

Cathy enjoys helping people achieve their best SMILE. Her favorite part of work is patient interaction. She has been working with Dr. Martin for 13 years. Cathy graduated from Forsyth School for Dental Hygienists and more recently received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. When not at work she enjoys her family, her home, and outdoor activities.

Fran is an enthusiastic hygienist who loves her work. She started out 27 years ago as a dental assistant working for her father. Several years after receiving her bachelor’s degree from Providence College, she decided to leave accounting and return to her dental roots. Fran graduated from Forsyth School for Dental Hygienists in 1991. She works for the Yankee Dental Congress at their yearly meetings while continuing her education. Fran is also the proud mother of two young children. In her spare time she enjoys playing with her children, reading, and walking.

Shelly started working with Dr. Martin in 1992 as a Certified Dental Assistant.  Two years later she furthered her education at Forsyth School for Dental Hygienists and has been working as a Hygienist for the past nine years.  She takes pride in educating her patients achieve a healthier and brighter smile. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her husband & two children.

Karen, who has over fifteen years of hygiene experience, has worked part-time in our office for ten years. She graduated from Forsyth School for Dental Hygienists in 1987 and has expanded her knowledge since then with additional course work including radiology, periodontal therapy, and tooth whitening. Karen has recently become a certified trainer for the Dental-com Dental Practice Management software system. When not at work she enjoys spending time with her husband, two daughters and their American Eskimo puppy.

Deb is a hygienist who takes tremendous pride in providing excellent dental care, including educating her patients on how to achieve and maintain optimal dental health. Deb is a graduate of Community College of Rhode Island. She has been working with Dr. Martin for the last five years and has been practicing dental hygiene since 1996. While not at work she enjoys spending time with her husband and two daughters.

Tyler is the youngest member of our team.  He is sixteen and is currently attending Bishop Feehan High School in Attleboro.  He works at the front desk and assists the office manager.  He is Dr. Martin’s son and is considering a career in dentistry himself.  In his spare time he enjoys playing soccer and other sports, and hanging out with his friends. 

Michelle is the newest member of our team.  She works at the front desk and also assists the office manager.  She is very hard working and friendly which helps provide for a pleasant atmosphere.  She is the sister of one of our assistants, Kerri Stetson.  She is happily married and the mother of two girls.  In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and attending shows.