 Marie Durflinger, DDS & Rima Abifaker, DDS (425) 208-0032 
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Meet the Team KathyOffice ManagerKathy has 35+ years’ experience in dentistry. Kathy started her dental career as a dental assistant which transitioned to the front desk while working for the same practice for 24 years. The experience and knowledge she gained chairside has proven invaluable in providing exceptional concierge service for Bella’s patients. Kathy and her husband are avid Seahawk fans. She enjoys traveling, painting, cooking, smooth jazz and spending time with her 2 beautiful daughters and 2 amazing granddaughters.  ElleDental AssistantElle graduated Lake Washington Technical College Dental Assisting Program in 2010. She has a passion for helping patients with dental fears and is amazing in helping people feel comfortable and at ease. She enjoys working with our patients and especially with children. Outside of being in the dental field; she enjoys playing tennis, traveling, reading and watching her teenage son play soccer.  BryanRegistered Dental HygienistBryan has been a long-time resident of Bellevue and grew up locally having attended the University of Washington and Lake Washington Institute of Technology where he received his B.S. Molecular, Cellular & Developmental Biology, and his associates in Dental Hygiene, respectively. He enjoys connecting with his patients on a personal level and loves being the “friendly, neighborhood hygienist.” During his free time, Bryan enjoys a wide variety of music, sports, movies, and is an absolute foodie (formerly worked as a professional cook)! You may also find Bryan walking his dog, Bailey, around downtown Bellevue! Feel free to say hi, she is a very sweet dog!  KarenRegistered Dental HygienistKaren has worked in the dental field for almost 30 years. She was fortunate to meet Dr. Rima at her first job out of dental school and feels so grateful for the continued relationship. Karen has a passion for listening and getting to know each patient and their dental concerns. She has volunteered for ‘Medical Team International’, UW dental school and ‘Healthy Smiles’ (mobile dentistry for seniors). When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family, gardening, cooking and traveling. |
