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Meet The Staff
Office Manager
Emily Timm
Emily has been in the dental field for 30+ years with 20 of those years here at Backer Family Dental. She is our office manager and keeps us well organized and running smoothly. She spends her off time vacationing and spending time with her family.
Q & A Q: What did you want to be when you grew up? A: A mom Q: Name one item on your bucket list. A: See the sunrise at Pretty Place Chapel in Greenville, SC Q: What would be your super power of choice? A: To be invisible or to fly Q: If you were to host a late night talk show, who would be your first guest - past or present? A: Marilyn Munroe Q: Ducks or Beavers? A: Ducks
Patient Care Coordinator
Anastacia Donaldson
Anastacia started dentistry in 2019 and has been with Backer Family Dental since 2023. She loves helping patients feel comfortable and at ease. Originally from Saint Paul, MN, she has called Cottage Grove home most of her life and is married with one daughter and two bonus kiddos.
Q & A Q: What did you want to be when you grew up? A: Singer/Songwriter Q: Name one item on your bucket list. A: Swim with Dolphins Q: What would be your super power of choice? A: Teleportation Q: If you were to host a late night talk show, who would be your first guest - past or present? A: Moses Q: Ducks or Beavers? A: Ducks
Patient Care Coordinator
Anna Walter
Since early 2025, Anna has been part of Dr. Backer’s team where she enjoys building connections with patients and supporting her hometown! She is happily married with three kids and loves nothing more than cheering them on at their many sporting events.
Q & A Q: What did you want to be when you grew up? A: Detective or Hair Stylist Q: Name one item on your bucket list. A: Go to an NFL game, any team! Q: What would be your super power of choice? A: Time Travel Q: If you were to host a late night talk show, who would be your first guest - past or present? A: Lucille Ball Q: Ducks or Beavers? A: Ducks
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Patient Care Coordinator
Michelle Bascue
Michelle graduated from the LCC Dental Assisting program in 2007. She was an assistant for years but transitioned to the front desk. Michelle is happily married to her husband Jeff of 25 years, they have three children. When not at work, she enjoys spending time with her family and puppy, Willard.
Q & A Q: What did you want to be when you grew up? A: I was too busy playing and having fun to think about such big things! Q: Name one item on your bucket list. A: Travel to Germany Q: What would be your super power of choice? A: Time Travel Q: If you were to host a late night talk show, who would be your first guest - past or present? A: Elizabeth Taylor Q: Ducks or Beavers? A: Beavers
Patient Care Coordinator
Natascha Kilbane-Munoz
After a lifetime of travel in a military family, Natascha settled in Oregon in 2006. With over five years of experience in dentistry, she is proud to serve her local community. Outside of the office, she enjoys life with her husband and animals, and is a passionate cook.
Q & A Q: What did you want to be when you grew up? A: 3rd Grade teacher or Chef Q: Name one item on your bucket list. A: Swim with sharks Q: What would be your super power of choice? A: Invisibility Q: If you were to host a late night talk show, who would be your first guest - past or present? A: Gordan Ramsey, Aaron Sanchez, or Post Malone Q: Ducks or Beavers? A: Gooo Ducks
Dental Hygienist
Terra Hoy
With 30 years of dental experience, Terra provides expert care and builds lasting relationships with her patients. Beyond the office, she serves as a part-time youth pastor, finding fulfillment in mentoring young people and supporting her community. Her greatest joy comes from her role as a mother/grandmother.
Q & A Q: What did you want to be when you grew up? A: A Teacher Q: Name one item on your bucket list. A: Travel to Machu Picchu or Israel Q: What would be your super power of choice? A: Teleportation so I can travel more Q: If you were to host a late night talk show, who would be your first guest - past or present? A: Jesus Q: Ducks or Beavers? A: Beavers
Dental Hygienist
Letty Matthews
Letty graduated from Lane Community College Dental Hygiene Program in 1999, and started working for Dr. Backer in 2005. She lives with her husband Gary on the beautiful McKenzie River. She enjoys fishing, quilting and time with her family.
Q & A Q: What did you want to be when you grew up? A: Pilot Q: Name one item on your bucket list. A: Cooking class in Italy Q: What would be your super power of choice? A: Teleportation Q: If you were to host a late night talk show, who would be your first guest - past or present? A: My dad, full of history and information Q: Ducks or Beavers? A: Ducks
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Dental Hygienist
Melissa Ladd
Melissa has been with Backer Family Dental full time since 2025. She has been a hygienist for almost 17 years when she graduated from LCC Hygiene Program in June 2009. She was born and raised in Cottage Grove and enjoys being able to support and serve her community!
Q & A Q: What did you want to be when you grew up? A: Pediatrician Q: Name one item on your bucket list. A: Travel to Sweden Q: What would be your super power of choice? A: Teleportation Q: If you were to host a late night talk show, who would be your first guest - past or present? A: Jimmy Fallon for advice Q: Ducks or Beavers? A: Beavers
Dental Assistant
Trish Horner
Trish graduated from LCC in 2001 and has been practicing dentistry ever since. She joined Dr. Backer’s office in 2022, fulfilling a lifelong dream of becoming a dental assistant. Outside of work, she enjoys life with her two boys, three dogs and a lively flock of chickens.
Q & A Q: What did you want to be when you grew up? A: Dental Assistant Q: Name one item on your bucket list. A: Learn to play piano Q: What would be your super power of choice? A: To be able to heal Q: If you were to host a late night talk show, who would be your first guest - past or present? A: Jesus Q: Ducks or Beavers? A: Beavers
Dental Assistant
Makayla King
Makayla has been working in dentistry for almost eight years and working as one of Dr Backer’s assistants for the last 5! She was raised in both Eugene and Cottage Grove and loves being able to help both communities with Backer Family Dental!
Q & A Q: What did you want to be when you grew up? A: Veterinarian Q: Name one item on your bucket list. A: Visit Japan Q: What would be your super power of choice? A: Telekinesis Q: If you were to host a late night talk show, who would be your first guest - past or present? A: Jhene Aiko Q: Ducks or Beavers? A: Ducks
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Dental Assistant
Haylee Oxenford
Haylee was born and raised in Cottage Grove and loves being able to serve her community. She graduated from the assisting program at LCC in 2023 and has been working in dentistry since. She thoroughly enjoys helping patients feel comfortable and confident in their smiles!
Q & A Q: What did you want to be when you grew up? A: Anything scientific Q: Name one item on your bucket list. A: Skydiving Q: What would be your super power of choice? A: Pyrokinesis or teleportation Q: If you were to host a late night talk show, who would be your first guest - past or present? A: Pedro Pascal Q: Ducks or Beavers? A: Ducks!
Dental Assistant
Rye Daves
Rye graduated as a DA from Concord in Portland in 2008 and moved to Cottage Grove, where began working alongside Dr. Backer who was volunteering at the local Children’s Clinic. She has been part of his current team since 2023. When not working she is coaching youth cheer leading and spending quality time with her husband and their two boys.
Q & A Q: What did you want to be when you grew up? A: Vet Q: Name one item on your bucket list. A: Go to the Kentucky Derby Q: What would be your super power of choice? A: Healing Powers Q: If you were to host a late night talk show, who would be your first guest - past or present? A: Laura Ingalls Wilder Q: Ducks or Beavers? A: Ducks!