Shalena is a committed Registered Dental Hygienist with a passion for helping patients achieve and maintain healthy, confident smiles. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Biology from Arkansas State University before completing her Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Since 2010, Shalena has been a member of Troy Bartels, DDS. She believes that empowering patients with knowledge is the key to long-term oral health and takes pride in making each visit both comfortable and informative. Outside the office, Shalena enjoys spending time with her husband, Brandon, and their two children, Claira and Bennett. Whether she’s outdoors or cheering from the sidelines at her kids; sporting events, she loves being active and involved in family life.