MEET THE STAFF
The Business Office
Trudi Santini
Business Manager
Trudi began with our office in 2001 as our front office coordinator, but has been working in dental offices since she was a teenager. She is now responsible for handling all dental accounts, financial consulting, HIPAA issues, and insurance questions. Trudi oversees many of the operations throughout the office.
When not in the office, Trudi enjoys watching the latest movies, cooking, watching football, rooting for Escalon sports, and spending time with her family.
Jennifer Caton
Scheduling coordinator
Jennifer is the first voice you hear on the phone and the first smile that greets you as you walk in the door. She is responsible for office correspondence and helping our patients find an appointment for emergencies or routine care. She is also the owner of the fantastic laugh we hear throughout the office!
If Jen looks familiar, it’s because she was previously at our front desk before taking a 15 year hiatus while she raised her twin daughters. She and her daughters live locally and enjoy life in our central valley.
Our Dental Assistants
Denise Dessert
RDAEF2
Although Denise is a recent addition to our office, she was Dr. Fletcher’s first intern and has worked alongside him since 1998. As a Registered Dental Assistant with Expanded Functions (RDAEF2), Denise is licensed to work independently with patients, similar to a Physician’s Assistant in healthcare.
Denise and her husband, Chad, live in Oakdale, where they stay busy supporting their college-aged daughter and son. She loves exploring California and never misses an opportunity to hike the mountains or the California coastline.
Shelley Wyatt
RDA
Shelley has been a dedicated dental assistant since 1991 and is a beloved member of our team. Patients appreciate her warmth and enjoy the genuine connections she forms with each of them. She assists Dr. Fletcher with a wide range of general and surgical procedures, bringing expertise and care to every appointment.
Outside the office, Shelley and her husband, Paul, reside in Hughson, CA. An avid treasure hunter, she loves discovering unique antiques. She also enjoys exploring the Sierra Nevadas and California coastline with Paul and their three sons.
Serena Martinez
RDA
Serena is the newest member of our dental team! She has been in the dental field since 2020 and is currently advancing her career by attending school to become a Registered Dental Assistant with Expanded Functions (RDAEF2). Serena has a passion for assisting with oral surgery cases and is dedicated to ensuring every patient has an exceptional experience at Fletcher Dentistry.
Outside the office, Serena leads an active lifestyle. She enjoys working out, experimenting with new recipes, dancing to her favorite music, and spending quality time with her family and beloved dogs.
Our Dental Hygienists
Lana Pope
RDH
You may remember Lana as the smile that greeted you at the front door (back in the early 2000’s). Since then she has been a dental hygienist for over 15 years. If you would like an appointment with Lana, she is available Mon-Thurs.
When she is not making smiles sparkle, walking her cats in a stroller or helping Dr. Fletcher fine tune his 1980's music playlist, you can link here to find her practicing Bowen Therapy, Skin Care and Pilates at her private studio.
Lana and her husband Kevin live locally in Modesto.
Ashley Denlinger
RDH
Ashley has literally grown up in our office. Before choosing a career as a dental hygienist she and her siblings were all patients of Dr. Fletcher. Ashley does her best everyday to remind Dr. Fletcher just how old he actually is. Ashley is available to see patients Tuesdays.
When Ashley is not in the office, she and her husband John enjoy their son and their new baby twin girls and love to exploring the great outdoors together.
Stephanie Bates
RDH
Stephanie originally worked as a temp hygienist with our office. We loved her so much that we asked her to join us and we are thankful she agreed. She is now in the office Mon-Thur. She loves dental hygiene, loves educating her parents on good oral health, but really just loves getting to know her patients!
After work, you can find Stephanie at the baseball field watching her son play little league or watching her daughter enjoy gymnastics.
She and her husband Jarod live locally with their three children. Want to become her favorite patient? Ask her anything about Disneyland!
Kayla Alison
RDH
Kayla is our newest addition to the hygiene team. She works in our office on Wednesdays and Thursdays and if you think Dr. Fletcher brings energy to the office, wait until you meet Kayla. She encourages his love for classic rock and classic country music.
When she’s not in the office, you will find her outdoors riding horses or standing next to her favorite stream. She enjoys fishing, Fly-Fishing, and catching monster steelhead trout!
Kayla is currently pursuing the path of Nursing at Merced College.
Our Office “Therapy Dog”
Champ The Black Lab
Champ was rescued as a 5-ish year old black lab from Labrador Retriever Rescue of Fresno. He was abandoned on the side of the road and found with a huge infected wound on the side of his neck. He was rushed for emergency surgery, and X-rays revealed that one of Champ’s hips was completely out of socket. He was also treated for double ear infections and if that was not enough to overcome, he was tipping the scales at 115lbs. Stick around and follow Champ and Dr. Fletcher as they walk to work and lose 35lbs together!
Champ is a big gentle guy who has worked through the boundless energy that Labs are known for having. Rather than constant activity, Champ is quick to find a piece of floor to occupy. He loves people of all sizes. He sleeps in Dr. Fletcher’s private office, so let us know if you need a furry friend to pet or hug at your next visit.