Meet the Team at Wood Park Dental

Dr. TuAnh Le, DDS, FAGD

"“At Wood Park Dental, we are perfectionists and just want the very best outcome for our patients. The best part though, are the relationships that have formed over years of practice. I love seeing and chatting with patients who are like old friends, and many of their children and grandchildren are now patients as well.”

Dr. TuAnh Le is a Minneapolis native who graduated from the University of Minnesota with a dual degree in Genetics & Cellular Biology and Physiology and minored in Psychology. Her devotion to the community and love for science and art lead her to pursue a career in dentistry where she graduated in 2014 at the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry. Following graduation, she took the opportunity to both serve our veterans and gain advanced dental training in treating medically complex patients by attending the General Practice Residency at Veteran's Affairs in Minneapolis. Since then, she has continued to pursue further dental education, culminating in being awarded Fellowship status with the Academy of General Dentistry in 2020 as recognition for her achievements.

Dr. Le believes in providing excellent dental care through understanding the different personalities and motivations of individuals and building connections with patients on their own terms. For her, the best way to meet each person’s dental needs is a team approach in providing tailored comprehensive care at the highest level, but to do so affordably and efficient with a bit of fun in between.

Whenever there is opportunity, Dr. Le would go on weekend road trips with her family to explore different museums or national parks. Otherwise, her go to hobby is to relax at home and catch up on new shows or movies on Netflix or Disney+ with her children. She does have a parrot, Nico, who is accompanies her during her down time at home.

Amy , LDA

Practice Manager

Amy is the dedicated Practice Manager at Wood Park Dental. She is known as the "ear" of the office, always ready to listen and eager to find solutions. Amy strives to create a space where patients feel truly heard and cared for, leading a team that takes pride in putting others first—both patients and colleagues. She got her start in dentistry back in 1999 as a high school sophomore working in a private practice and has been hooked ever since. For almost two years now, she has been a part of the Wood Park Dental team, where teamwork, laughter, and patient connections make every day special.

Amy graduated from Century College with her Dental Assisting diploma in 2002 and is currently working toward earning her FAADOM, a professional milestone she is excited to achieve. She discovered her passion for the field early on, as dentistry truly runs in her family, with an uncle who is a dental lab technician and an aunt who is a retired dental assistant. Amy is grateful to have a career that allows her to learn, grow, and achieve something new every day. Her work happy place is built on teamwork, laughter, and connection, supporting her colleagues and building meaningful relationships with her patients. Our patients inspire her to be her best, and as a team, she is dedicated to providing exceptional, patient-centered care.

Outside of work, Amy enjoys spending time with friends and family. She shares several hobbies with her amazing husband, including home brewing and taking their Corvette out for rides in the summer. Amy also has a red lab and two cats. Additionally, she partners with her mother to sell handmade 11.5 doll dresses at craft shows. When she needs stress relief, she loves spending time with her eight nieces and nephews, embracing the chance to "be a kid" again. A fun fact about Amy is that she is a huge Disney fan—Winnie the Pooh is her favorite—and she has a great love for teddy bears. If you ever want to win the way to her heart, look no further than bears and chocolate!

Missy

Dental Hygienist

With a career spanning over 36 years in dentistry, Melissa brings a wealth of experience and a vibrant energy to the Wood Park Dental team. Known affectionately as the "new girl" with a veteran's touch, Melissa joined our practice after seeing a Facebook post featuring Dr. Le’s famous "inflatable handpiece"—and she knew immediately it was the kind of fun, welcoming environment where she belonged.

Melissa believes that a dental visit should be informative, not intimidating. Her goal is to ensure every patient feels heard and comfortable from the moment they walk through the door. Her approach is defined by:

• Encouragement over Blame: Helping you improve your oral health without the lecture.
• Education without Overkill: Giving you the knowledge you need to understand your own smile.
• Punctuality & Positivity: Respecting your time while keeping the mood light to ease those dental nerves.

Background & Education

Melissa received her training at NDSCS in Wahpeton, North Dakota. While she is a seasoned professional, she credits her wonderful coworkers and our "accepting" patients for making her transition to Wood Park Dental so seamless. She loves getting to know the families she treats and views every appointment as an opportunity to build a new relationship.

Beyond the Dental Chair

When she isn’t helping patients achieve healthy smiles, Melissa is likely on a mission at her favorite stores. A self-proclaimed "shopaholic" (a fact her husband knows all too well!), she especially loves finding treasures for her grandchildren. To keep up with her busy grandkids and her shopping marathons, she stays committed to a healthy lifestyle of eating right and exercising.

Fun Fact: If you hear someone laughing louder than anyone else in the room, it’s probably Melissa! She believes a good laugh is the best medicine and hopes to bring a little bit of that joy to your next dental appointment.