Dentists
Dr. Brent Chizen
Dentist
Brent grew up on a farm north of Edmonton near Redwater, AB. After high school, he attended the University of Alberta, graduating with an Engineering degree in 2006 and a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) in 2010. After a few years of practice, Brent joined Aspen Trails Dental in August 2012 and moved to Sherwood Park to raise his family. Brent strives to advance his skills and always brings new technology to Aspen Trails Dental.
Dr. Russell Bennett
Dentist
Russell is a graduate of the University of Alberta with a Doctorate of Dental Surgery. He grew up in southern Alberta and moved to Edmonton, AB, for school, where he fell in love with the city and his beautiful wife. In his spare time, he enjoys music, reading, podcasts, and spending time with his wife and four kids. He loves all sports and will even tolerate long-distance running if his waistline is feeling a little "lumpy."
Dr. Courtney Aube
Dentist
Courtney graduated from the Doctor of Dental Surgery program at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, and brought the “east coast” to her new home in Alberta. She is fluent in French, thanks to her upbringing in northern New Brunswick. Courtney strives to provide a caring and comfortable experience for all of her patients. When she’s not staring into mouths and saving teeth, she can be found skiing, hiking, hanging out with her friends, and keeping up with her fitness.
John Neslon
Dentist
John graduated from the University of Alberta in 2004 with a Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Dental Surgery degrees. He grew up in Sherwood Park and graduated from Salisbury Composite High School. Before joining like-minded individuals at Aspen Trails Dental, he practiced dentistry in small-town Alberta for 15 Years. When not in the dental clinic, he spends time with his lovely wife and five boys. He enjoys his motorcycle, fly-fishing, and backyard BBQ.
Office Managers
Sandra
Operations Manager
Sandra has lived her entire life in Edmonton, Alberta, embodying a deep connection to her community. She is a proud graduate of NAIT's RDA program and holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Alberta. She is pursuing her master's degree in human resource management and finance, demonstrating her commitment to continuous growth and professional development. When she's not working or studying, Sandra enjoys exploring new destinations through travel, staying active with biking and running, and reaching new heights on mountain tops.
Andrea
Assistant Manager
Andrea has been a dental assistant since 2001, when she graduated from the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology Dental Assisting Technology program. She has three daughters and a loving husband with whom she loves spending time. Andrea enjoys photography, skiing, biking, and reading in her spare time.
Dental Hygienists
Rachel D
Dental Hygienist
Rachel is a dental hygienist who grew up in Sherwood Park, AB, and graduated from the University of Alberta BSc program. She was previously a dental assistant specializing in orthodontics. Rachel has worked at Aspen Trails Dental since its opening in 2010. She and her family love travelling and anything athletic.
Julie
Dental Hygienist
Julie is a dental hygienist at Aspen Trails Dental. A skilled hygienist, she enjoys working among her peers at a top-quality office that puts clients first and cares about their dental health.
Dominique
Dental Hygienist
Dominique was born and raised in Sherwood Park, AB. She graduated with a BSc (specialization in dental hygiene) from the University of Alberta in 2010. She has two daughters and a son, and you'll find her having fun with her family when she's not working!
Kayla
Dental Hygienist
Kayla graduated from the University of Alberta with a BSc in dental hygiene. She started her career in 2018 at Aspen Trails Dental and has been here ever since! In her free time, you can find her spending time with family and friends and her golden retriever, Lily.
Cassidy
Dental Hygienist
Cassidy graduated from the Vancouver College of Dental Hygiene. She grew up in Ardrossan, AB, and started her career at Aspen Trails Dental after graduating in 2019. Cassidy now lives on an acreage in Sturgeon County. She has a Bernese Mountain Dog and a Saint Bernard. On her weekends, she enjoys camping and dirt biking and loves to clean kids' teeth.
Ashley
Dental Hygienist
Ashley is a dental hygienist who started with Aspen Trails Dental in October 2020. Ashley graduated from the University of Alberta with her BSc in Dental Hygiene in 2012. Although currently living in Edmonton, AB, she grew up in Sherwood Park, AB, and has loved seeing so many familiar faces around the office! In her free time, Ashley loves travelling, going to concerts, camping, hiking, and spending time with her friends, family, and pup Rufus!
Lynne
Dental Hygienist
Lynne graduated from the University of Alberta and has enjoyed being a hygienist for over 35 years. Her daughter and son are both working on their chosen career goals, and she is very proud of them. Lynne enjoys reading about current events, watching documentaries, and daydreaming of tropical locations. She believes in embracing change and is always trying to learn new things.
Heba
Dental Hygienist
Heba graduated from the University of Alberta in 2023 with a Bachelor of Science specializing in Dental Hygiene. She is passionate about helping patients feel confident in their oral health. In her free time, Heba enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, exploring the outdoors, shopping, and trying new activities.
Rebecca H
Dental Hygienist
Rebecca was raised in Sherwood Park and calls it home. She has been a registered dental hygienist since 2012 and is keen on giving kids an incredible dental office experience. Rebecca’s days are filled with the busyness of raising four boys. She enjoys good coffee, travelling, and being outdoors with her family.
Kelsey
Dental Hygienist
Kelsey graduated from the University of Alberta in 2017 with a Bachelor of Science, specializing in Dental Hygiene. She started working at the clinic in April 2023. As a lifelong resident of Sherwood Park, she is happy to be back working in her community. Kelsey enjoys building relationships with patients and helping them through their dental anxieties. She enjoys traveling, concerts, running, and going to local restaurants in her spare time. She has one dog, a golden retriever named Dutch, whom she will be sure to tell you about!
Karen
Dental Hygienist
Karen graduated from the Toronto College of Dental Hygiene in 2018 and has been with the Aspen Trails Dental team since February 2024. When she’s not working, you can find her curled up with her cat and a good book
Kristen
Dental Hygienist
Kristen grew up in Sherwood Park and has been a dental hygienist for 10 years. She has been a part of the dental hygiene team at Aspen Trails Dental since 2021. Kristen loves animals, travelling, and spending time with her family and friends.
Emma
Dental Hygienist
Emma started her career in dentistry back in 2016 when she graduated from dental assisting. After 5 years of growing and learning in the field, she decided to go back to school and pursue dental hygiene. When Emma's not educating her patients on their oral health, you can find her skiing, hiking, and camping with her loved ones.
Dental Assistants
Caley
Dental Assistant
(Dr. Brent Chizen)
Caley has been a dental assistant since 2006. Before becoming a dental assistant, she received a Bachelor of Arts degree and an Education degree. It was important to her to have a job where she could interact with people daily. She is originally from Coronation, AB, and now spends her time outdoors with her husband and sons.
Candice
Dental Assistant
(Dr. Brent Chizen)
Candice graduated from the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology in 2004 as a Registered Dental Assistant. She loves her job and enjoys coming to work. Candice also has a background in massage therapy. Being nerdy by nature, she loves to read and learn new things. Candice is married and has two girls and a boy. She lives on an acreage and loves doing anything outdoors and spending time with friends and family. Candice also loves to run, cook, and have fun!
Chelsea
Dental Assistant
(Dr. Brent Chizen)
Chelsea, a Canadore College graduate, has been a Dental Assistant since 2011. She grew up in Orillia, Ontario. After graduating, she packed up her small car and headed west. When she is not working, you can find her travelling the world, visiting family back home, shopping, or spending time with her boyfriend and three golden retrievers.
Kirsten
Dental Assistant
(Dr. Russell Bennett)
Kirsten recently graduated from the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology Dental Assisting Technology program. She grew up in Onoway, AB, and kept busy playing hockey for ten years. Kirsten enjoys spending time with her family, loves her Shih Tzu, Bella, and is a huge Oilers fan. Kirsten looks forward to meeting new patients and getting acquainted with the Sherwood Park community.
Katie
Dental Assistant
(Dr. Russell Bennett)
Katie was raised in Sherwood Park, AB. After eight years in Edmonton, she moved back to Sherwood Park to raise her family. Katie completed her Bachelor of Science in 2011 and her Dental Assisting Diploma in 2016. Katie loves watching Big Brother, eating potatoes, and the colour pink. One day, she hopes to own a cow. Katie enjoys spending time with her family and playing ringette outside of work.
Hannah
Dental Assistent
(Dr. Russel Bennett)
Hannah graduated from Dental Assisting in 2024 and is passionate about helping others smile brighter. She and her boyfriend have found a love for camping and hiking—there’s nothing like fresh air and a good trail. She is a proud dog lover and a total foodie who’s always up for trying something new!
Chelsea S
Dental Assistant
(Dr. Courtney Aube)
Chelsea graduated from the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology Dental Assisting Technology program in 2011 and has worked at Aspen Trails Dental since 2022. She loves spending time with her husband and dogs on their acreage, gardening and camping in the summer, or snowmobiling in the winter.
Treatment Coordinators
Mary-Lee
Treatment Coordinator
Mary-Lee brings over 25 years of experience to the Aspen Trails team. Throughout her time in the dentistry field, she has had many roles, from assisting to being a Treatment Coordinator. When she's not working, Mary-Lee loves to spend time with her family and friends and play volleyball and golf. She loves to travel; her best memory is when she backpacked across Europe with her daughters. Making patients have the best experience is very important to Mary-Lee; she always goes above and beyond to make that happen. Her family makes fun of her as every day she comes home with a story about another "favourite patient."
Amanda
Treatment Coordinator
Amanda graduated from the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology Dental Assisting Technology program in 2010. After being an assistant for four years, Amanda took some time off to care for her three boys. She started working at Aspen Trails in 2020 as a receptionist and has loved every bit of it. Outside work, she loves spending time with her kids, reading, and binge-watching Netflix shows. Amanda is also proud to call Sherwood Park, AB, her home.
Administration
Jennifer
Administration
Jennifer is a dedicated dental administrator with a passion for keeping things running smoothly so patients receive the best possible care. Outside of work, she has a wonderful husband and a young, energetic son who keeps life fun and fast-paced. Her home is also shared with two large, lovable dogs who are very much part of the family. Life is full, busy, and rewarding—just the way she likes it.
Rebecca M
Administration
Rebecca lives in Leduc with her spouse of over 10 years and their two dogs, Cerberus and Kali! She spends most of her time going on adventures with her fur babies or snuggled up on the couch reading a good book.
Jennie
Administration
Jennie started her dental career in 2007 as a dental assistant. In 2013, she graduated from the dental hygiene program in Saskatchewan and enjoys balancing clinical and administrative work in the dental office. Away from work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and kids.
Caro
Administration
Caro has been working in dental administration since 2014, and she is passionate about going the extra mile to make patients feel comfortable and confident about their smiles. She loves getting to know the patients and their stories at Aspen Trails Dental. Outside of work, you can find her road tripping, gaming, reading with a cat on her lap, or visiting a theme park - otherwise, she’s probably playing Dungeons and Dragons.
Callie
Accounts
Callie has lived in Sherwood Park, AB, most of her life and loves its family-oriented community. She is married with a daughter, a married son, and a new grandchild! She also has a dog who is treated like her child! When not working, Callie loves to cook, bake, garden, sew, and craft.