OUR TEAM
LINDA LAPPAN
Dental Assistant
As one of Dr. Paul’s chairside assistants, she brings over 30 years of experience to our clinic! Linda’s great sense of humour and ability to put patients at ease makes her an indispensable addition to the team. She is also responsible for the monumental task of ensuring all the necessary instruments and equipment are on hand and functioning properly.
Outside of the office, Linda spends her time with her family and 3 beautiful and successful children! She also enjoys cooking and taking care of her puppies.
MARJOLAINE DROLET
DENTUROLOGIST
Marjolaine graduated her denturology program in 2016 and has been passionate about her job ever since. This passion translates in the attention and care she puts into every case. Her calmness and professionalism puts her patients at ease. Her goal is to always make sure every patient is comfortable and extremely satisfied with their dentures. Marjolaine has been working in Cornwall alongside Dr. Paul since 2019. Always perfecting her craft, Marjolaine prides herself in keeping up with the latest advances in her field through continuing education. In her free time, Marjolaine enjoys spending time with her partner and her 2 adorable children, as well as her other baby: her puppy!
SARA SMITH
Registered Dental Hygienist
Sara graduated from the Dental Assisting program at Algonquin College in 2008 and then went on to receive her Registered Dental Hygienist diploma in 2012. Sara’s role as a dental hygienist is to provide excellent preventative oral care and to assist her patients in developing effective at home care programs to maintain good oral health. Seeing the happy, healthy smiles on her patients faces at the end of their appointments is what drives Sara’s passion in dentistry. She strives to provide gentle, yet thorough care and is committed to ensuring comfort throughout your dental experience. When she is not teaching her patients how to floss, Sara enjoys spending time with her family, staying active and spending time outdoors.
NATASHA CROCKER
Clinic Manager
Natasha has worked as an administrator in the dental field for the last 13 years. Having that knowledge and experience, as well as being a bit of a nervous patient herself, she knows how important it is for patients to feel comfortable, safe and understood when visiting the dental office. She not only handles the administrative day to day running of our office but she is also ready to help guide you through your treatment process. Whether it is answering questions you may have about appointments, insurance coverage, or concerns you may have about the various treatments performed, she is here for you! Although she loves her job at Dr. Paul Dental, her free time is all about being with her family (including her fur baby Lincoln) and enjoying the great outdoors. She is also an active member and treasurer of the Cornwall Rowing Club.
MELISSA MACGREGOR
Registered Dental Hygienist
Melissa brings over 10 years of experience working in dentistry. After graduating Dental Assisting in 2008, she then went on to receive her Registered Dental Hygiene diploma in 2011, both from Algonquin College with honours.
Since before the age of 10, Melissa knew her passion was dentistry.
What she loves most about her job is being able to build relationships with all of her patients and providing them with a bright, healthy and confident smile.
Her goal is to provide the utmost care in the most gentle and most thorough way possible. She strives to have everyone looking forward to their next dental visit.
Outside the office, Melissa enjoys spending time with family and friends.
JULIA GAMBILL
Receptionist/Dental Assistant
With years in dental assisting and administrative work, Julia is a dedicated member of the team who is courteous and passionate about helping others. A bit of a wise cracker and an old soul, Julia is known for her upbeat mood and friendly smile. In her free time, she enjoys babysitting her beloved grandchildren, reading ancient books as well as long walks with her dog.
LYNNE VILLENEUVE
Dental Assistant
Introducing Lynne, our Certified Level 2 Dental Assistant with over 30 years of expertise in the dental field! Known for her unshakeable composure, she navigates the fast-paced dental environment with ease and always ensures a comfortable experience for all patients.
Beyond the clinic, she is a passionate reader, an avid runner, and treasures every moment spent with her loved ones during her time off.
DIANE PAQUETTE
Dental Assistant
Diane is a dental assistant who offers 12 years of experience in our community. She prides herself in helping patients with comfort during any dental procedure, as well as educating through any dental related questions. In her spare time she enjoys reading, spending time with friends and family and hiking with her fiancé and dog Bailey. Her bubbly personality is an asset to our dental family!
HEATHER EMOND
Dental Hygienist
Heather is one of our Dental hygienists and is proud to be practicing into her 20th year. Heather has worked in the SDG for the last 18 years, from when she moved here, from Belleville. Starting with Dr Paul’s Dental office in 2022, she is honoured to join his team, that she now calls family. In Heather’s off time, she loves quiet, back yard time with her husband and fur babies, and enjoys occasional travelling. Musical theatre with SVTC, has become one of her cherished and loved extra curricular activities, as well as gardening in the summer. With Heather’s passion for dentistry starting at a young age, her focus to keep her clients comfortable during their appointments is very important to her. Heather has been known to be empathetic, gentle and thorough, a perfect mix to help her clients reach their oral health goals, with reducing client anxiety.