After loving her first 8 years as a dental assistant, Tonya decided to pursue a degree in dental hygiene. She graduated from WSU in 1990 with dual-degrees – Registered Dental Hygiene and a Bachelor of Science. Her passion is evident as she educates patients of all ages. Tonya has many hobbies that keep her busy – glass fusing, bowling and stamp collecting are just a few of her favorites. Her motto is “Knowledge is power.”