River Valley Dental

Born and raised in the Greater Mankato area, Dr. Tom Pooley was attracted to the autonomy that dentistry provides. He worked at a local dental laboratory prior to attending dental school, but since then has flourished as a general and cosmetic dentist. Dr. Pooley feels privileged to help patients in his local communities and enjoys helping rebuild smiles for those with deteriorating dentitions. Outside of the office Dr. Pooley enjoys many activities including water skiing, downhill skiing...Read More, softball, boating, and playing cards. He lives in Mankato and is married to Hilary, with whom he has two children, Noah and Garrett. Read Less

Tamara received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Dental Hygiene at the University of Minnesota’s School of Dentistry. Tamara has four years of experience as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities and as a Clinical Instructor at Minnesota State University, Mankato’s Dental Hygiene Programs. She enjoys getting to know patients and making them feel good about their smiles. Tamara grew up in Mankato and currently resides in North Mankato with her husband, S...Read Morehane, and their son, Archer. Off the clock you will find Tamara spending time with her family and friends, enjoying concerts, plays, and movies or planning their next trip. Read Less

Lyndsay joined the River Valley Dental team in 2009 as a Dental Hygienist and Business Assistant. She graduated with a Dental Hygiene Degree from Minnesota State University, Mankato. Continuing education courses are a priority and she highly values learning updates in the dental field. Lyndsay grew up in Stillwater, Minnesota and enjoys trips back to visit family. She and her husband, Scott, currently reside in North Mankato with their oldest daughter Kenley, and twins Hudson and Hattie. In L...Read Moreyndsay’s spare time, she loves to spend time with her family, friends, and her dog Roxie, cooking and crafting. Read Less

Janessa graduated from South Central College Mankato with a Dental Assisting Degree in May 2014. During her schooling, she worked at a dental practice developing her skills and knowledge in the dental field. Janessa has a very friendly, outgoing personality and enjoys getting to know each one of our patients. She currently lives in St. James with her husband Randy, son Lucas, and their dogs Connie and Fletcher. In her spare time, Janessa enjoys reading, spending time with her family, and watc...Read Morehing movies. Read Less