MEET US

our staff

Amber Valentine
Amber has worked with Dr. Tallbacka since 1998 and has been in the field of dentistry since she was 18 years old. She began working for an orthodontist in Michigan where she grew up. She moved to Florida in 1993. She loves outdoor activities, and spends her free time boating, camping and riding four-wheelers.





Terry has worked with Dr. Tallbacka since 2009 as the patient coordinator. She has been in the dental field for many years with past experience consisting of dental surgical assisting and administrative position. Terry and her husband enjoy spending time with her daughter, granddaughter and Bailey her mini Aussie.

Terry Sobota
Terry has worked with Dr. Tallbacka since 2009 as the patient coordinator. She has been in the dental field for many years with past experience consisting of dental surgical assisting and administrative position. Terry and her husband enjoy spending time with her daughter, granddaughter and Bailey her mini Aussie.





Kimberly Rogolino
Kim has worked with Dr. Tallbacka since 2000. She brings a significant amount of dental and business experience to our office. She works as both a dental assistant as well as helping out at the front desk. Kim grew up in New Jersey and moved to Florida in her late teens. She spends her free time with her husband, daughter, son and her French Bulldogs.




Nicole Stover, RDH
Nicole has been a part of the practice since 2021. She has been in dentistry for the last 26 years, first as an assistant and finally as a hygienist. She loves being able to help her patients understand the importance of good oral health and helping them achieve a healthy smile that they are proud to show off. She is also a local realtor. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her two children Cali and Grant. They have three dogs names Dalilah, Milena and Mocha.

 

Gayle Vaaler, RDH, BS
Gayle is one of our hygienists and has been with Dr. Tallbacka since 2004. She graduated from Old Dominion University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Dental Hygiene. Rich “RV” Vaaler and Gayle married in 2013. They both grew up in Virginia and attended college together. They have four children, five grandchildren, and a Yorkie-Poo named Jet. Gayle enjoys adventure. She is a private pilot with a land and sea rating. She and her husband are looking forward to many trips in their Grumman Tiger airplane. By land, they travel in their motorhome with Jet. Gayle also enjoys escaping to the Caribbean islands, snow skiing, boating, gardening, Zumba classes, and traveling with friends. Just hanging out by the pool with family and friends brings her joy. Gayle’s motto is work hard, play hard!