Kevin Schade
DMD
Dr. Kevin Schade (pronounced "Skaddy") was born and raised in
Orem, Utah, where he gained a love for the Rocky Mountains and
all things outdoors. He attended Brigham Young University and
received his Bachelor of Science degree in exercise science.
After his undergraduate degree, Dr. Schade moved to Kentucky for
a degree as a Doctor of Dental Medicine from the University of
Louisville. Dr. Schade has worked in North Carolina, Colorado
and Arizona. For the last two years, he had been working in
Tucson, Arizona, at a very busy family practice, but he fell in
love with Colorado when living there and has been looking to
move back ever since. Dr. Schade loves the relationships he gets
to create with his patients and giving them the best care
possible. Dr. Schade and his wife have three little girls. Their
family loves small town life and has missed that small town feel
living in the big city of Tucson. They love all things outdoors
and are excited to get seasons back and even the snow.
Berlin
DENTAL ASSISTANT
Hello! My name is Berlin, and I am the Head Assistant at Cortez
Dental. I have been in the dental field for 13 years, and I am
so blessed to be able to do what I love. One of the greatest
parts of dentistry for me is meeting and developing
relationships with the wonderful patients in our practice and
knowing we have changed their lives by giving them healthy,
beautiful smiles. Outside of the office, I love spending my time
outdoors with my husband, family and three boxer pups. We
recently had a baby girl and she is the highlight of our lives.
Amanda
Front Office / Dental Assistant
Hey there! My name is Amanda, and I am one of the first friendly
faces you’ll see when you walk in, or I am sitting chairside
assisting the doctor. I bring 7 years of experience to the team
working with all ages in both clinical and administrative roles.
Some of my favorite parts in dentistry are helping patients feel
comfortable in the office and confident in their smiles. When I
am not in the office, you will find me coaching the MCHS cheer
and track teams and enjoying life with my son. I look forward to
meeting you and your family, and giving you a great experience
with an amazing team!
Laurilyn
REGISTERED DENTAL HYGIENIST
Hello, I’m Laurilyn I moved to Cortez in 1971 when I was 10
years old from California. I have loved teeth since I was 5 and
wanted a “tooth license” since 1966. I graduated here from MCHS
in 1979, Go Panthers! I graduated from Colorado Northeastern
Community College in 1982 with my RDH, for anyone who does the
math that is more than 40 years. I still love teeth and teaching
OHI (oral hygiene instructions). I married my high school
sweetheart May 18, 2018, we have 9 wonderful children together
and 22 perfect grandchildren. When not working they are our
life, chasing them in all kinds of sports activities. We love
traveling the world and straight up enjoying life! I look
forward to meeting you, establishing a friendship, and providing
you with great care and education.