PARK VIEW DENTAL - Key Persons


Dani Shea

Job Titles:
  • Registered Dental Hygienist
Dani was born and raised in Portland, Oregon. She attended Oregon Tech, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science in dental hygiene. Since moving to Montana, Dani has fallen in love with the outdoors, whether it is hiking, rafting, golfing or spending time with friends and family. She is very excited to be a part of the Park View Dental team, where she believes she can positively impact our patients and their smiles.

Dr. Cooper Mitchell

Dr. Cooper Mitchell attended the University of Idaho, where he graduated at the top of his class and earned his Bachelor of Science degree in biological systems engineering. He then received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the University of Minnesota and completed a year of advanced training at the AEGD residency program at Idaho State University. In 2017, Dr. Mitchell demonstrated his commitment to continuing education and clinical improvement by becoming first a Fellow (FAGD) and then a Master in the Academy of General Dentistry (MAGD), an achievement that only about 2 percent of dentists achieve. Because of his advanced training, Dr. Mitchell can offer you additional services beyond that of a typical general dentist. You can relax in our new facility and receive top quality care from preventive hygiene visits to full-mouth rehabilitation. Get the entire family's dental care in one location!

Kayla Rask

Job Titles:
  • Dental Assistant
Kayla is a Helena native who joined our Park View team in February of 2020. She has three years of previous dental experience and is excited to expand her knowledge of dentistry with the wonderful Park View team! When she is not in the office, Kayla enjoys spending time with her three little boys, hiking, camping and anything outdoors.

Melissa Wood

Job Titles:
  • Dental Assistant
Melissa is originally from northern Idaho, but she calls Helena home. When she is not at work, she is with her family, enjoying activities the local area provides. She really enjoys helping people out and continually learning new things. She looks forward to meeting you and your smile.

Shelly Knapp

Job Titles:
  • Business Coordinator
Shelly has worked in the dental field since 1987. She has served in both the clinical and administrative aspects of the industry, which includes experience as a dental assistant, office manager and a business coordinator. One of Shelly's favorite aspects of working in the dental field is getting to witness the transformation of patients' smiles. She loves to see how it affects their self-confidence, health and overall demeanor. Shelly feels very fortunate to be a part of the Park View Dental team. She is looking forward to making it her dental home until retirement. When she is not in the office, Shelly enjoys spending time with family and friends. She keeps busy with three children and seven rambunctious grandchildren. Shelly is very thankful that they all reside locally in the Helena area.