Meet Our Team
At Michael J. Scoles, DMD, we believe great dental care starts with great people. Our team is more than just a group of dental professionals—we're a family dedicated to making your visits comfortable, efficient, and maybe even enjoyable. Get to know the faces you'll see when you visit our Renton, WA office.
Tisha
Office Manager
Tisha graduated from Renton Tech and worked as a dental assistant for 28 years. She joined our team in July 2024, and loves being part of a team that is close and feels like a family. Tisha also enjoys seeing all the familiar faces of our patients as they visit our practice. As our office manager, Tisha plays a key role in leading and supporting our team, streamlining daily operations and maintaining effective office systems. Her goal is to create a positive work environment that allows our providers to perform at their best and our patients to receive exceptional care. Outside the office, Tisha loves to hike and enjoys cooking and spending time with her family and friends. She is also a professional dart thrower!
Magan
Scheduling Coordinator
Magan joined our team in October 2025. Before working at the front desk, she was a dental assistant and earned her degree from Lake Washington Technical Institute in 2017. In her role, Magan manages our calendar and scheduling and provides clear communication from chair to treatment plan. She enjoys being part of a successful team with great communication. Magan's hobbies currently consist of driving her boys around to their hobbies.
Shari
Dental Hygienist
Shari joined our dental family in 1988. She is committed to continuing education to keep up with changing information in the field. Shari values being part of a team that works together and focuses on excellent patient care and prevention. She is dedicated to taking good care of patients and educating them to support long-term health. She also enjoys getting to know people during their visits. Outside the office, Shari loves spending time with her large family, including kids, grandkids, brothers, nieces and nephews. She enjoys the outdoors, gardening, hosting friends and family, and traveling.
Samantha ("Sam")
Dental Assistant
Sam completed her dental assisting education at Everest College in Renton, graduating in 2013. She joined our practice in November 2022 and appreciates being part of a close-knit team that communicates well and works together like family. Sam assists both doctors with a variety of procedures and supports hygiene needs and sterilization. Outside the office, Sam enjoys spending time with friends and family, staying active and traveling.
Tori
Dental Assistant
Tori joined the practice in 2024. She earned her RDA license during high school at Puget Sound Skill Center. Tori appreciates the supportive environment and enjoys working with coworkers who make each day enjoyable. She is a versatile team member who helps both the hygienists and the doctors. Outside the office, Tori enjoys working out, traveling and spending time with friends and family. She is currently enrolled at Bellevue College to apply to dental hygiene school.