Meet The Team At Grand Avenue Dental Care

Dr. Ryan Ross was born and raised in Clinton, Utah. He attended Weber State University and majored in Zoology with a minor in Chemistry. He graduated from the Indiana University School of Dentistry in 2012. He was trained in all facets of dentistry and participated in pediatric, endodontic, oral surgery, public health, and hospital dentistry rotations. Since graduating Dr. Ross has been practicing dentistry here in Billings, Montana.

While in Indiana he provided preventive treatment to the underserved children of Indiana by taking part in the Seal Indiana program, which brought mobile clinics to elementary schools. He volunteered for a service trip to Honduras providing much-needed restorative and oral surgery treatment in small villages. Dr. Ross continues to volunteer in the Montana sealants for smiles program visiting elementary schools in the Billings area.

Dr. Ross is committed to providing up-to-date high-quality dentistry and improves and expands his skills by participation in continuing education. Dr. Ross has taken courses to become proficient in dental implants, pediatric dentistry, endodontic treatment, oral surgery, and pathology. He is a member of the American Dental Association and Montana Dental Association. He is a member of the American Dental Association, Montana Dental Association, and is currently the only dentist in Montana that is a member of the American Academy of Clear Aligners.

Dr. Ross and his wife Brooke have three children, they enjoy exploring Montana and spending time together fishing, camping, and hunting as a family.

Dr. Draayer graduated from The Ohio State University College of Dentistry. While at Ohio State, he participated in many communityoutreach programs and volunteered his time with the Head Start Youth Program, which serves underprivileged children in Ohio. He is a member of the American Dental Association and has expanded his education as a certified Invisalign® provider and has expanded his training with sedation and Botox therapy.

Dr. Draayer was born and raised in the Ogden area of Utah. He graduated from Weber State University with a degree in Microbiology. He was awarded the rank of Eagle Scout and enjoys golfing, fishing and skiing.

Outside of the office, he enjoys spending time with his wife and children. Dr. Draayer is excited to serve the Billings community and looks forward to making a difference in people’s lives.

Dr. Honaker graduated from the University of Montana, receiving degrees in both Psychology and Human Biology. He then attended the Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health in Mesa, AZ. During his time in school, he developed two separate community outreach projects providing free dental care to homeless veterans. He has also spent much time volunteering at Give Kids a Smile Day, Operation Stand Down, Free Family Health and Wellness Day, Arizona Oral Cancer Walk, Sealants for Smiles, and the Day for Special Smiles (providing free dental treatment to children with developmental disabilities).

Passionate about providing care to underserved populations, Dr. Honaker has completed a Certificate in Public Health and attended four clinical externships at various community health centers across the United States.

Dr. Honaker is a member of the American Dental Association, Montana Dental Association and has been part of a local dental study club for many years. He has continued to expand his skills attending continuing education courses in smile design, occlusion, sleep dentistry, implants, endodontics, pediatrics, oral surgery and more. Over his years in practice, Dr. Honaker has developed a particular love for esthetic dental work and the power it has to transform a patient’s smile and their life.

Born and raised in Billings, Dr. Honaker is grateful to return and have the opportunity to work in his community. In his spare time, he enjoys hiking, playing the drums with his garage band, cooking, skiing, traveling, and spending time with his beautiful wife Elaine and wonderful son Walker.

Hi, I’m Melinda! I joined Grand Avenue Dental Care in August 2019 as a Certified Dental Assistant. I have worked with Dr. Ross at a previous dental office and I’m very excited to be a part of his GADC team! I like working with Dr. Ross because he is an amazing dentist with who I work well with. Dr. Ross exudes honesty, integrity, and has true compassion for each and every patient in our office.

I decided to go into dentistry because I thought it would be an interesting career. In the beginning, I was thinking of getting a degree in Dental Hygiene, however, I went into Dental Assisting and I love it! I graduated in 1995 from the Dental Assisting Program at Sheridan College. I am currently CDA and CPR certified. Dentistry is a great field because it continues to have advances in technology; I enjoy learning about my career by doing continuing education credits so I can help our patients succeed the most in their personal oral hygiene habits.

In my spare time, I love to run. I have participated in several 5K’s, and I hope to participate in my first 10K in the near future! I also love to read and I am a Netflix junkie. I have two dogs, Molly and Luna who keep me on my toes. I am an avid volunteer at animal shelters, and I often foster dogs. Also, I am the North Carolina Tar Heels #1 Basketball fan. Go Heels!

Hi, I am Robbin! I have been in the dental field since 1982. I received my Dental Assisting certification from Sheridan, WY, and my Registered Dental Hygienist degree from St. Petersburg, FL. I take numerous hours of continued education each year to keep current on the continually changing dental field. My goal is to educate my patients and help them achieve the best oral and overall health.

Hi I’m Tricia! I started my journey at Grand Avenue Dental Care in April 2020, however, I have been working in the dental field since 2006. What I love most about my job is working with the amazing team at GADC and helping out our patients through the comfort of a smile. I enjoy working alongside Dr. Ross because he is a man of great integrity. He is very team-centered and works for the greater good of the practice. I am excited to be a part of such a caring dental office!

I was born and raised right here in Billings, MT. I am married to my wonderful husband Paul and we have one daughter, Lindsie. We enjoy spending time together camping and being outdoors with our two dogs Dudley and Daisey.

Hi, I’m Ashley! I started in May of 2020 at Grand Avenue Dental Care as a Registered Dental Hygienist. I graduated from college in 2011 from Sheridan College in Sheridan, WY. I love being an RDH because I enjoy helping patients by getting to know them and by doing so, ensuring they obtain their best oral health routines. I do this by providing preventative care, educating patients about proper oral hygiene, and providing periodontal treatment when necessary. I love working with Dr. Ross and the rest of the team because everyone works together to provide the most exceptional care to every single patient. The whole team at GADC is very skilled and passionate about providing the best quality care!

I am married to my husband Steve of four years and together we have two cats, Clary and Macy. I enjoy traveling, fishing, golfing, and spending as much time as I can outdoors with my family.

Hi I’m Bryan! I started at Grand Avenue Dental Care in September 2019 as the Marketing Manager. I graduated from Montana State University-Billings in 2018 with a degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Management and Marketing.

I have many years of hands-on marketing experience, working with one of the largest dental offices in the world. I have been involved with Brand Awareness, Content Marketing, Strategic Campaign Creation, Reputation Management, Social Media Management, Commercial Editing, Writing Press Releases, and Commercial Scripts, Event Management, Patient Engagement, and the list goes on. I have also worked on the REAL ID campaign for the State of Montana in the spring of 2018.

I truly love working in dentistry. One of the greatest feelings is to see a patients’ confidence improve through their smile. One other reason that I enjoy working in the dental field is that dentistry is always evolving. With technology always improving, the dental field has definitely benefited from the enhancements allowing for better patient care and oral health.

Dr. Ross and I have known each other since 2012. I admire not only his dedication to his patients but also his dedication to his employees. Dr. Ross is an exceptional dentist who truly cares about his patients’ best interests and their oral health. He truly sticks to his commitment to being different by treating each patient like he would his own family. He is always improving his craft; continuing to educate himself to provide the utmost care to those in his dental chair. I am truly blessed to work with one of the best dentists in Billings, MT!

In my spare time, I enjoy traveling. I am typically in a different town every weekend in the summertime as I cannot stay home with my two copilots; my dogs. I enjoy meeting new people because I am a communicator. I enjoy capturing the scenic beauty of Montana through a camera lens. I also love visiting a new city that I have not been to and exploring many of the touristy places. I am always looking to try new things but still haven’t taken the plunge to go skydiving. Not to worry, it’s still on the bucket list!

Hi, I’m Mandy! I recently joined Grand Avenue Dental Care as a Patient Care Coordinator. I have worked in the dental industry since 2012 and I love it. My favorite part of my job is getting to know the patients and helping them through what can be a very difficult time in the dental chair. I love working at GADC because everyone cares about each other and truly cares about the patients’ needs.

Outside of the office, I spend my time with my boyfriend Matt and our adorable son, Rick. We also have 3 dogs: Abby, Bella, and Grendel. One day I would like to visit the countries of Europe and Italy. Italy is so pretty and Europe has a bunch of sites I’d like to visit such as the Berlin Wall, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and The Parthenon. In my spare time, I also drive for Uber part-time during the week in the evenings. My son is the best part of my day and I love spending time with him.

Hi I’m Raquel! I joined Grand Avenue Dental Care in March of 2021 as a Registered Dental Hygienist. I graduated from Sheridan College in 2003 and I have since been practicing as an R.D.H; educating patients by promoting oral health and practicing great hygiene habits and routines. One of the most enjoyable aspects of being a Dental Hygienist is working with people. Personal fulfillment comes from providing a valuable health care service while establishing trusting relationships with patients.

I love working with Dr. Ross, Dr. Draayer and the rest of the team at GADC because everyone is very passionate about providing excellent care to every patient. One goal that means a lot to me as a provider is that GADC focuses on making each patient comfortable at the dental office. That focus is a key part of the type of care that I admire and one reason I joined this amazing team of skilled professionals.

I am married to my husband Stuart and together we have a beautiful son, Cade. We enjoy spending most of our time watching our son play Basketball and Baseball. We also have two Miniature Schnauzers: Zoey and Bella. We love our dogs but they sure do keep us busy and on our toes!

Hi I’m Kaycee! I recently began working at Grand Avenue Dental Care in January 2021. My journey in dentistry started when I began working in the dental field in 2010. I decided to go in to dentistry because I thought it would be an interesting career. Growing up, I had a lot of dental work done from braces to jaw surgery so I was always curious about the field of dentistry!

I love my job so much that I don’t consider it a job. I love seeing the patients’ self-esteem change through their smile. It’s the best part of my day! I have worked with Dr. Ross & Dr. Draayer at a previous dental office and I am very excited to be a part of the GADC team. Both doctors are amazing dentists who I work well with.

Outside of the office, I have been married to my husband Derek since 2012. Together we have two beautiful girls; Tori and Teigan. I enjoy traveling and spending time with my family!

Hi I’m Heidi! I recently joined Grand Avenue Dental Care as a Dental Assistant. I started in the dental field back in 2012 and worked alongside Dr. Ross at the time. I am so excited to work with him and the rest of the Grand Avenue Dental Care Team. Our office is a complete team; everyone is willing to step in and help. Our patients are our top priority! What I love most about my job is helping patients achieve a beautiful smile and in turn helping the patient become more confident through their smile.

When I am not at work, I love spending time with my boyfriend

Jeremy, his lovely daughter Makenlee and numerous friends and family members. As a family we enjoy going golfing, swimming and playing with our family dog Bella.

Hi, I’m Dottie! I recently joined Grand Avenue Dental Care in April 2021; however I have had the pleasure of working with patients in the dental field since 2013! As a part of my daily tasks, I am experienced in helping answer questions for our patients and helping with their financial arrangements. I really love getting to know the patients and making sure they have a great experience as soon as they walk into our office. I really love working at GADC because the office has that small town family feel; and we are all willing to help each other out in any way we possibly can.

Outside of the office, I like to spend my time with my husband and our two kids. We also have 3 dogs which keep us very busy! My husband and I love sports, especially hockey and football. Our favorite teams are the Cleveland Browns and Toronto Maple Leafs. Our goal is to go to Toronto to see the Leafs play on their home ice!

Hi, I’m Diane! I joined Grand Avenue Dental Care in September 2021 as a Registered Dental Hygienist. I graduated from Carroll College in Helena with a Bachelor of Arts in Dental Hygiene.

Dentistry is my passion and I truly love being able to educate my patients which is the best part of my job. Dentistry has opened many doors for me in my career. I’ve been able to teach Dental Hygiene, Clinical Hygiene, become a WREB Examiner and I have even been on the Board of Directors for WREB as well. I have a Limited Access Permit that allows me to work in Hospital and Nursing home facilities also. I enjoy everyone that I work with and GADC is a great team to work alongside. I have previously worked with both Dr. Ross and Dr. Draayer and I am very excited and very honored to work with them again!

My husband Jim and I have two children; Dustin and Kassie, who are married to Aja and James. We have an amazing Granddaughter (Alivia) that was born in 2019. We also have two pets Beau (dog) and Kallie (cat). I enjoy staining glass, sewing, ceramics, walking with Beau and Alivia and traveling on adventures in our motor home to new, exciting places around the United States.

Hi I’m Kristin. I joined Grand Avenue Dental Care as a Dental Hygienist in June 2023. I graduated in 2001

with my Dental Hygiene Degree from Sheridan College in Sheridan, Wyoming. I love my job because I am

able to help my patients by educating them with their oral hygiene routines to help them live healthier

lives.

At Grand Avenue Dental Care I enjoy working with the team because of their integrity, honesty and

incredible patient care. This team is truly remarkable!

I have two sons and three dogs. I enjoy traveling, golfing and spending time with my family.

Hi, I’m Amanda! I started at Grand Avenue Dental Care in 2022 as an Insurance Coordinator. As an Insurance Coordinator, I work with patients by verifying health insurance benefits and answering questions regarding their insurance benefits. I’ve worked in the dental field since 2016, first as a Dental Assistant but now I have transitioned over to the insurance side of the industry. Working in dentistry has its benefits as I love talking with patients and fellow co-workers. Both Dr. Ross and Dr. Draayer are always very kind and easy to work with. The GADC team is all like family and is all very welcoming. I have been married to my husband Cris since 2014 and we have two children; Keira and Jameson. We have two dogs and one cat who make our family complete. In my spare time I love to do arts and crafts, travel and home renovation! I would love to visit England, Iceland and Ireland sometime in my life time. One thing I would really like to do is live in another country for a year to experience the culture, lifestyle and the food.

Hi I’m Carla. I started working at GADC in February 2022 as an Insurance Coordinator. I started working in the dental field in 2011 after working almost 27 years in the medical field. I love working alongside the team and patients at GADC. My husband Mark and I have 2 children and 3 grandchildren. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends traveling, golfing and fishing.

Hi my name is Tierra. I started working at Grand Avenue Dental Care in May 2023 as a Dental Assistant. I have worked in Dentistry since 2019 and I love what I do. I enjoy getting to know the patients and help them achieve a smile they can be proud of. 

At Grand Avenue Dental Care I love working alongside Dr. Ross and Dr. Draayer because they are caring Dentists that truly care about their patients & their team. Everyone at this office is kind and willing to help out any one in need. 

I have one dog, Stella, and two cats: Nova and Kitty. I spend all of my free time traveling or getting out in nature. I love hiking, kayaking, camping and finding new hot springs. I even take my cats camping and hiking; they enjoy it as much as I do. 

Hi, I’m Sarah! I joined Grand Avenue Dental Care in June 2023 as a Patient Care Coordinator.  As a Patient Care Coordinator I work with patients through their dental journey. I started in the dental field in 2016 and have enjoyed getting to know the patients ever since.

 At Grand Avenue Dental Care I enjoy working with the great team because they make the job fun and enjoyable; and they’re able to turn tough situations into great outcomes. 

I have been married to my husband since 2015 and we have one son. I love Chicago Cubs Baseball & Notre Dame Football. I really enjoy live music and I am a Karaoke pro!